What to do in April in Zihuatanejo, Mexico – 2026

Zihuatanejo is a city of 130,000 people (2020) on the Pacific Coast of Mexico in the state of Guerrero. It is a fishing village that has developed into one of the most-visited areas in Mexico. It is popular with sports fishermen.

Before we have a look at what you can do in Zihuatanejo, let's first look at the weather you can expect in April.

Contents

1 April weather in Zihuatanejo Mexico
2 Things to see and do in Zihuatanejo
3 Shopping in Zihuatanejo
4 Activities in Zihuatanejo
5 Restaurants in Zihuatanejo
6 More things to see in Zihuatanejo
7 More information about Zihuatanejo Mexico
8 What to do in Zihuatanejo Mexico in other months
9 Weather in Zihuatanejo Mexico for each month

April weather in Zihuatanejo Mexico

To get a good overview of the type of weather you can expect in April in Zihuatanejo Mexico, we will look at the day and night temperature, minimum and maximum water temperature, and if April is comfortable or humid

Generally, April in Zihuatanejo Mexico will be quite hot. Historical data shows that you can expect an average temperature of around 96°F / 36°C. But due to the extreme humidity it can feel extremely uncomfortable. During the night, it will cool down to around 73°F / 23°C. Many will prefer a location with air conditioning due to the night temperature, and the high humidity level.

Zihuatanejo Mexico does not have a lot of rainy days in April. You can expect around 0 rainy days, with on average 0 inches / 0 mm of rain during the whole month.

Wintersun Comfort grade and huricane risk

The forecast for April 2026 is based on historical data and are averages. They will give a good indication what you can expect, but the daily temperature and rain will fluctuate during the month.

Things to see and do in Zihuatanejo

Zihuatanejo has many things to soo. With help from our visitors we have dived a list of things to see in. If you have any sugestions or improvements for this list, please let us know.

Costa Grande Archaeological Museum

MuseumThroughout the Year

Costa Grande Archaeological Museum has six rooms to exhibit the facts of the colonial era.

Playa Linda

BeachThroughout the Year

Playa Linda is a beach ideal for cycling.

Ruins at Xihuacan

CulturalThroughout the Year

Ruins at Xihuacan tell the story of 3000-year-old tribes living here in hardships.

Playa Principal

BeachThroughout the Year

Playa Principal is a beach great for spending a sleepy day under the sun.

Parque Aztlan

ParkThroughout the Year

Parque Aztlan is a natural park with biking trails.

Ixtapa Island

LandmarkThroughout the Year

Ixtapa Island has a coral reef and calm waters.

Easter

Event/FestivalApril

Easter in Petatlán has cock fights, shows, livestock exhibitions, mechanical games, and local foods.

See details here

Shopping in Zihuatanejo

Visit the shops and market close to the Playa Municipal, fanning outward from the pier. There is an excellent textile shop right along the water.

Activities in Zihuatanejo

Day trips to Ixtapa

Being five miles away from Ixtapa, Snowbirds can get the best of two worlds. Enjoying the less crowded vibe of Zihuatanejo and all else that Ixtapa offers.

Stroll on the Pier

The pier is an excellent spot for evening walks along the sea. With people also coming around to enjoy the experience, it is great for people watching and also seeing dances and live music performances.

Snorkeling

Thanks to an artificial reef in the bay that dates back to the pre-Columbian time, the beaches south of Zihuatanejo and Isla Ixtapa are amazing snorkeling spots.

Restaurants in Zihuatanejo

Many restaurants will be open in the winter. You can find restaurants that provide international dishes and tasty local favorites.

Margaritas Zihuatanejo Restaurant
La Papa Loca
Restaurante Bistro del Mar

More things to see in Zihuatanejo

The Bahia Zihuatanejo

This area is blessed with several beaches like the Playa La Ropa and the Playa Contramar. Close by is the more secluded Playa las Gatas that is accessible by a boat ride from across the bay.

Picante Cataraman

This is a popular location known for its wide variety of food, great music, and sailing. You can also watch the beautiful sunset here.

Playa Las Gatas

This is an isolated stretch of sandy beach across the bay, beyond the more visited and crowded Playa la Ropa. You could explore your way through the trees on the cliffside, or get a boat lift through the pristine inlet. Snowbirds can snorkel in the shallow waters, enjoy tasty seafood, or just sunbath.

The Guerrero Coast

You can discover more about the history and the archaeology of Zihuatanejo by visiting the archaeological museum of the Costa Grande. Zihuatanejo has a rich deep-rooted historic connection to the Aztec empire, the cuitlatecs, and the craftwork from different communities like Teotihuacan, olmee, Tarascan & Mexican communities.