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Bahias de Huatulco

National-park reefs, calm bays, and whale season on Oaxaca's Pacific coast

Updated Jan 23, 2026 • 15 sources

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When to go

Best time to visit Bahias de Huatulco

Huatulco is warm yearround, but planning is mainly about rain, swell, and crowd spikes.

Best overall window

Nov to Apr

Drier weather and the most reliable beach days. Water often sits around 26°C to 28°C.

Outside that window

Rainy season with afternoon showers and occasional storm swell. East Pacific hurricane season runs May 15 to Nov 30.

Choose your trip style

Start with the overall answer, then switch only when scuba, freedive, snorkel, or topside timing changes the trip in a meaningful way.

Month-by-month planner

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Wildlife goals and seasonal highlights

These do not replace the overall planner. Use them only if a specific animal or event is driving your trip dates.

  • Humpback whale migration and whale watching

    Best for Topside, Snorkel, Scuba

    Oct to Apr

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    Humpback whales migrate along the Oaxaca coast during this window.

  • Sea turtle nesting and hatchlings on the Oaxaca coast

    Best for Topside

    Jul to Sep

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    Oaxaca is famous for sea turtle conservation beaches.

  • World Triathlon Cup Huatulco

    Best for Topside

    Jun

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    An international triathlon event is scheduled in Huatulco on June 14, 2026, bringing athletes and spectators to the waterfront zones.

  • Green-season waterfalls and jungle rivers

    Best for Topside

    Jul to Oct

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    When the rains arrive, inland waterfalls and river excursions become a standout, especially if ocean swell reduces snorkeling comfort.

Always true for this destination
  • Peak demand usually clusters around late Dec to early Jan and Semana Santa (Mar or Apr).
Seasonal cautions
  • May, Nov: Warm water and fewer crowds, with occasional transition weather. Expect 27°C to 29°C water on many days.
  • Jun to Oct: Rainy season with afternoon showers and occasional storm swell. East Pacific hurricane season runs May 15 to Nov 30.

Built from climate references, access rules, and destination operators. Wildlife timing and route flexibility can shift year to year.