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Ensenada sits on the Pacific coast of Baja California, about 110 km (70 miles) south of the US border, and its climate is milder than almost anywhere else in Mexico. The city averages 17.2°C (63°F) year-round and gets only 260 mm (10.2 inches) of rain a year, nearly all of it between November and March. Use this breakdown to plan what to pack, and check the best time to visit Ensenada guide to pick your dates.
Ensenada Weather by Month: Climate at a Glance
| Month | High °C (°F) | Low °C (°F) | Rain (mm) | Sea °C (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19.7 (67) | 7.5 (46) | 50 | 15.5 (60) |
| February | 20 (68) | 8 (46) | 50 | 15.5 (60) |
| March | 20.1 (68) | 9 (48) | 50 | 16 (61) |
| April | 21 (70) | 10.5 (51) | 20 | 16.5 (62) |
| May | 21.8 (71) | 12.6 (55) | 5 | 17.5 (64) |
| June | 23 (73) | 14.5 (58) | 0 | 18.5 (65) |
| July | 25.2 (77) | 16.7 (62) | 0 | 20 (68) |
| August | 26.3 (79) | 17.7 (64) | 0 | 20.5 (69) |
| September | 26.2 (79) | 16.4 (62) | 5 | 21 (70) |
| October | 24.5 (76) | 13.3 (56) | 10 | 20 (68) |
| November | 22.3 (72) | 9.9 (50) | 25 | 18 (64) |
| December | 20 (68) | 7.5 (46) | 35 | 16.5 (62) |
Ensenada Weather by Month: Winter (December to February)
December through February are the coolest and wettest months. January averages a high of 19.7°C (67°F) and a low of 7.5°C (46°F), with 50 mm of rain over about 6 days. Nights drop to 7 to 8°C (46°F), so bring a jacket for evenings. This is gray whale season in BahÃa de Todos Santos, one of the top things to do in Ensenada between January and March.
Ensenada Weather by Month: Spring (March to May)
Spring warms steadily and dries out. March still gets 50 mm of rain over 6 days, but by May rainfall drops to just 5 mm over 2 days. May averages a high of 21.8°C (71°F) and a low of 12.6°C (55°F). May and June often bring a coastal marine layer, fog that lingers in the morning then burns off by noon across most Ensenada neighborhoods.
Ensenada Weather by Month: Summer (June to August)
Summer is dry and mild by Mexican standards. August, the warmest month, averages a high of 26.3°C (79°F) and a low of 17.7°C (64°F), with effectively zero rainfall in June, July and August. This is the best stretch for beach days and outdoor dining, and it is far cooler than inland Mexicali, which routinely tops 40°C (104°F) in July. If you want a resort stay near the water, see where to stay in Ensenada.
Ensenada Weather by Month: Autumn (September to November)
September holds onto summer warmth, with a high of 26.2°C (79°F) and the warmest sea of the year at 21°C (70°F). Rain returns slowly, building from 5 mm in September to 25 mm in November. November nights cool to about 10°C (50°F), and the Baja 1000 off-road race, one of the biggest Ensenada events, fills the city in mid-November.
Ensenada Weather by Month: Rainfall, Sea Temperature and Sunshine
Ensenada gets about 260 mm (10.2 inches) of rain a year across 37 rainy days, one of the driest coastal climates in Mexico. The sea ranges from 15.5°C (60°F) in January and February to 21°C (70°F) in September, so swimming is most comfortable from July through October. The sunniest, driest stretch runs June through September, which is also peak season for the Ensenada cruise port.
Ensenada Weather by Month: What to Pack
A light jacket works year-round for evenings, and you will want a warm layer from December through March, when lows reach 7.5°C (46°F). Pack sunscreen and a hat for the dry summer, plus a light rain shell for winter. Swimwear works from July through October, when the sea tops 20°C (68°F). For more practical advice, read the Ensenada travel tips guide.
