Is January a good time for surfing at Baja – Scorpion Bay?

January is a fair month for surfing at Baja – Scorpion Bay; the best time is June–October. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.3 m, water 20°C (3/2 wetsuit), air 23°C.

Plan your trip to Baja – Scorpion BayEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.

Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026

In short

  • Waves: 1.3 m on average (daily maximum)
  • Water: 20°C, 3/2 wetsuit
  • Air: 23°C by day, 13°C at night
  • Weather: 30 sunny days, 1 rainy day

Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).

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Is January a good time for surfing at Baja – Scorpion Bay?

January is a fair month for surfing at Baja – Scorpion Bay; the best time is June–October. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.3 m, water 20°C (3/2 wetsuit), air 23°C.

How warm is the water at Baja – Scorpion Bay in January?

About 20°C: 3/2 wetsuit.

How big are the waves at Baja – Scorpion Bay in January?

About 1.3 m on average (daily maximum).

What is the weather like at Baja – Scorpion Bay in January?

Around 23°C by day and 13°C at night, with about 30 sunny and 1 rainy days.

Where else can I go surfing in January?

Within 1,500 km: Sayulita (1.6 m waves), Pascuales (1.4 m waves) & Todos Santos – Cerritos (1.5 m waves).

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