Ixtapa Island Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get into it for Ixtapa Island. The next couple of weeks have a slow start, but once the energy builds, there’s some real quality to get excited about. We’ve got a mix of small, clean windows and some bigger, more powerful days later on, so keep your eyes peeled.

The first few days are pretty lackluster. Tuesday starts off with a tiny 2ft SSW swell, but it’s clean on the morning glass-off. The combined energy is weak (168), so it’s more of a longboard or cruise session, not a standout. The afternoon turns poor with onshore wind, so don’t get your hopes up. Wednesday morning is a real treat though – a glassy 2ft SW groundswell with a 15 second period, giving the waves some shape and push. The energy is moderate (265), and the conditions are perfect. That’s the first real window to paddle out.

Thursday morning gets even better. That SW swell bumps up to 3ft, period 13 seconds, and the energy jumps to moderate (420) with glassy conditions. Friday morning is where it starts to get serious – a clean 3ft SSW groundswell (18 seconds), with a nice cross-off wind. The energy is strong (811), and the waves are lining up clean. This is a solid call for the experienced surfer, but the size is still manageable for a confident intermediate.

The standout period really kicks off on Saturday, August 8th. We’ve got a 4ft SSW groundswell with a 16 second period, and it’s glassy as anything. Energy is strong (848). The morning will be pure magic. Sunday and Monday mornings follow the same pattern – clean 3ft to 4ft SSW swell, cross-off winds, and clean conditions. The tides are going to be critical for the afternoons, but those mornings are pure gold.

Now, if you’re looking for the real highlight of the whole 16-day window, it’s Friday, August 14th. The morning brings a 4ft SW groundswell with a long 18 second period and a clean cross-off wind. The energy is very strong (1242). That’s a proper swell, with good power and long lines. It’s a spot for experienced surfers, and the quality is top-notch. Saturday morning, August 15th, is also a heavyweight – 5ft SW swell, glassy, with very strong energy (1134). Another excellent morning for the crew who can handle it.

There’s a bit of a gap in the middle of the second week, but the pattern holds. The last real standout morning is Wednesday, August 19th, with a clean 3ft SSW groundswell, glassy, and good energy (635). It’s a nice way to finish the run.

The water temp is about average for this time of year, so no need for a thick suit. The reef break at Ixtapa Island is inconsistent, so you’ll want to be patient, but when it comes in, the quality is there. Crowds are possible, especially on those clean weekends, so get out early.

Alright, that’s the long and short of it. The first week is slow, the second week is where the magic happens. Don’t sleep on those mornings from the 7th to the 11th, and circle the 14th and 15th in your calendar.

Rusty.

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