When to go to Mancora and the north coast

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January - February

This is very much the summer season, with local visitors enjoying the beach; temperatures and humidity are at their highest, and the odd shower is to be expected.

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March - April

This is very much the summer season, with local visitors enjoying the beach; temperatures and humidity are at their highest, and the odd shower is to be expected.

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May - June

Warm weather persists, though this marks the start of the slightly cooler and drier season; humidity is low and rain unlikely.

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July - August

These are coolest and driest months, although temperatures remain balmy and sea swimming should still be an option; whales arrive off shore from mid July

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September - October

These are coolest and driest months, although temperatures remain balmy and sea swimming should still be an option; excellent months for whale spotting.

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November - December

Warm sunny days, with temperatures increasing towards the end of the year and the peak summer holidays; expect the occasional shower

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