What to do in January in Bucerias, Mexico - 2026

Bucerías meaning "place of divers", is a small beach resort town in Nayarit on a stretch of Mexico's Pacific coast known as the Riviera Nayarit, on the Bay of Banderas, between La Cruz de Huanacaxtle and Nuevo Vallarta.

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

January weather in Bucerias Mexico

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

Generally, January in Bucerias Mexico will be quite hot. Historical data shows that you can expect an average temperature of around 91°F / 33°C. But due to the moderate humidity it can feel slightly uncomfortable for some. During the night, it will cool down to around 64°F / 18°C. Many will prefer a location with air conditioning due to the high humidity level.

Bucerias Mexico does not have a lot of rainy days in January. You can expect around 3 rainy days, with on average 0.8 inches / 21 mm of rain during the whole month.

Average temperature
Average Sea temperature
Wintersun Comfort grade and huricane risk

The forecast for January 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 Bucerias

Bucerias 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.

Marietas Islands National Park
ParkThroughout the Year
Marietas Islands National Park is the best place to watch dolphins and whales. Swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, and many more activities going on here.
Blessing of the Boats
Event/FestivalJan
On the Blessing of the Boats, canons are fired for nine days. The boats are decorated very beautifully.
Get details here.
Crocodile Sanctuary El Cora
Nature/Wild LifeThroughout the Year
Crocodile Sanctuary El Cora is best for kids and wildlife photographers. Take an extra pair of shoes to prevent mud from ruining the rest of your trip.
Flamingos Golf
OtherThroughout the Year
Flamingos Golf has par 72, making it great for golf lovers looking for leisure time out in the sun at a small distance.
El Eden Botanical Garden
ParkThroughout the Year
El Eden Botanical Garden has huge palm trees that provide fresh air and a cool sensation.
Fishing Season
Event/FestivalJan, Feb, Sept, Oct, Nov, Dec
Fishing Season is the time period during the six months when Mahi Mahi and other big fish is easy to catch.
See details here.
Whale Watching Season
Event/FestivalJan, Feb, March, Dec
Whale Watching Season is the peak of their breeding season when they migrate from thousands ofmile away and come to take shelter near Mexican beaches.
See details here
New Year’s Day (Año Nuevo)
Event/FestivalJan
New Year’s Day (Año Nuevo) has beautiful fireworks illuminating the night sky and thrilling the viewers on land and sea.
Check details here.
Downtown & Golden Zone
CityThroughout the Year
Downtown has a very famous church, hotels, shops, flea market, the main square, and the diver statue called El Buzo locally. Golden Zone is the art district.

Shopping in Bucerias

You shouldn't expect to find some world-famous names but can find some interesting items in the stores.

  • Plaza Javier Ovando - Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez, 63732 Bucerías
  • Plaza Riviera - 63732 Bucerías, Nayarit

Activities in Bucerias

Visit art galleries and museums
Snowbirds can visit a number of art galleries and museums within Bucerias to catch a glimpse of local talent and history.

Camping
As a fan of the outdoors, you can make the best of organized camping activities in Bucerias. For a small fee, you get to experience the outdoors with other tourists like yourself under the guidance of an experienced team.

Whale watching
Humpback whales are a major attraction to Bucerias. All year, they can be seen swimming around and playing with their young calves or other whales, or you could find them in the usual mating ritual.

Shopping
You can take advantage of the great shopping scene available here. Souvenirs, art, and handcrafted items are some of the things you could purchase for a small price at different markets. You could also shop for clothes and other items without worrying too much about the cost.

Restaurants in Bucerias

Restaurants in the area serve every seafood dish imaginable, such as freshly grilled fish.
You can also find restaurants with international cuisine.

  • Toscana Mia
  • La Quinta di Francesco
  • Restaurante Buena Vista
  • Karen’s Place
  • Adauto's On The Beach
  • Barchelata beer bar

More things to see in Bucerias

Wibit Mex Bucerias Waterpark
This large water park has some really cool water slides, and pools. Snowbirds can enjoy long hours in the water, try out slides, or just swim.

El Buzo
El Buzo is an awesome plaza area with many great restaurants and shops. It has a nice flea market vibe to it. There is also a really cool statue and a beautiful beachside. Parish of Our Lady of Peace: This is a typical Mexican catholic church in Bucerias. It's whitewashed walls and gold highlights make the church beautiful structure tourists visit to see the architecture and also take part in services. Wibit Mex Bucerias Waterpark: This large water park has some really cool water slides, and pools. Snowbirds can enjoy long hours in the water, try out slides, or just swim.

Parish of Our Lady of Peace
This is a typical Mexican catholic church in Bucerias. It's whitewashed walls and gold highlights make the church beautiful structure tourists visit to see the architecture and also take part in services.

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