Ixtapa Surf Break

Lat Long: 17.66° N 101.61° W

Ixtapa Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 5 am 06 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Ixtapa sea temperature is
31.0°C
1.7° 

Ixtapa surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Ixtapa surf forecast from 6 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 9 Sep, 9PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 17s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 10 Sep, 3AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 17s period, SW swell with 1,036 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 6 Sep, 9PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 14s period with SSW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Ixtapa this week:

The surf forecast for Ixtapa over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Sep 06) at 9PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 10s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Ixtapa in the next 16 days are 1.4m 17s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Sep 10) at 3AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 9s period and expected on Friday (Sep 11) at 12PM.

Wave TypeTime (CST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 9PM (Sun 6th Sep)4.5ft (1.3m) 14s
Best Surf 9PM (Wed 9th Sep)4.5ft (1.3m) 17s
Most Powerful 3AM (Thu 10th Sep)4.5ft (1.4m) 17s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Ixtapa over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here again, but this time in feet and fahrenheit for you.

Right off the bat, there’s a bit of a wait for the really good stuff. The first few days have some surf, but we’re not firing on all cylinders until we get into the second week. The water here is sitting at a toasty 88°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so you won’t need more than a spring suit if you even wear one.

Sunday the 6th kicks off with a 5ft SSW swell running at a 15-second period. That’s some serious groundswell energy – the combined energy is a hefty 1131 (moderate to strong). It’s got some punch, making it more of an expert session. The morning has a light NNW cross-off breeze, keeping things reasonably clean, but by the afternoon the wind swings onshore and the quality drops off. Monday the 7th morning looks better – the swell drops a touch to 4ft but the wind goes glassy. That’s a real treat, but the energy is still high at 897.

For the best solo session in this whole run, I’m pointing you at Tuesday morning, September 15th. We get a 5ft swell from the SSW with a 18-second period. The combined energy jumps up to 1210, so there’s plenty of push. The wind is glassy – dead still – so the surf will be clean as a whistle. This is excellent surf for experienced paddlers. The break itself at Ixtapa is a beginner-friendly spot that’s fairly consistent, and it’s exposed to the S swell, which matches the direction we’re getting. Crowds can pop up sometimes, so get in early.

Sticking with the morning windows, September 16th is another strong candidate. Again, 5ft from the SSW, 16-second period, glassy wind, and a combined energy of 1044. Another top-tier morning for the more competent crew. September 21st Monday morning is also worth a mention – 4ft SSW swell, 17-second period, glassy conditions and a combined energy of 1148. That’s a seriously clean, powerful lineup.

A quick note: by the time we get to mid-month, the periods are getting long (17 to 20 seconds). This means the waves will have great shape and plenty of energy, but at a beach break like this, it can sometimes make them a bit straight and hard to predict. It’ll be best if you can find a rip or a defined bank.

For the final week, September 18th Friday morning brings a smaller 2ft SW swell but with a very long 20-second period and light offshore winds. The energy is still decent at 733. It’ll be clean and walled-up, good for a longer board or a fish. The 19th and 20th keep that pattern going with glassy mornings and building swell again towards the 21st.

So, to wrap it up: the first week is hit and miss, mostly small or onshore afternoons. The real standout is the Tuesday the 15th and Wednesday the 16th mornings. Get on it early if you can handle a bit of power. After that, the mornings hold clean but the swell tapers off a touch. It’s not a bad run overall.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 10mm), heaviest on Tue night. Warm (max 30°C on Sun morning, min 26°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 15mm), heaviest on Wed night. Warm (max 30°C on Wed morning, min 26°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Sunday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Energy kJ
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796
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341
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212
Wind (km/h)
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WSW
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NNW
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SSW
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SW
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WSW
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15
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High Tide
9:14AM0.81m
7:46PM0.60m
9:37AM0.78m
8:15PM0.64m
9:58AM0.73m
8:47PM0.65m
10:17AM0.67m
9:19PM0.64m
10:28AM0.61m
9:52PM0.59m
10:23AM0.55m
10:24PM0.53m
9:31AM0.52m
10:56PM0.45m
Low Tide
3:03PM0.37m
2:28AM-0.05m
3:16PM0.37m
2:58AM-0.02m
3:32PM0.36m
3:27AM0.05m
3:49PM0.35m
3:53AM0.16m
4:07PM0.34m
4:12AM0.28m
4:21PM0.34m
4:05AM0.40m
4:18PM0.34m
00:55AM0.45m
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Information about the Ixtapa Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Ixtapa provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Ixtapa can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Ixtapa surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Ixtapa) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).

Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Ixtapa may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.

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