Ixtapa Surf Break

Lat Long: 17.66° N 101.61° W

Ixtapa Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 11 am 21 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Ixtapa sea temperature is
31.5° C
2.0° 

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


Ixtapa surf forecast from 21 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Friday 24 Jul, 3AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 24s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 27 Jul, 6AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 18s period, SSW swell with 2,928 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 22 Jul, 6AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 14s period with SW 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 Wednesday (Jul 22) at 6AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 12s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Ixtapa in the next 16 days are 2.2m 18s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 27) at 6AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 9s period and expected on Monday (Jul 27) at 3AM.

Wave TypeTime (CST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 6AM (Wed 22nd Jul)3ft (0.9m) 14s
Best Surf 3AM (Fri 24th Jul)3ft (0.9m) 24s
Most Powerful 6AM (Mon 27th Jul)7ft (2.2m) 18s

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


The Lowdown

Righto, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming down the pike for Ixtapa.

The first few days are a bit of a mixed bag, but there’s a real pulse of quality swell building from the end of the week. The ocean is a touch warmer than usual for this time of year, which is a nice bonus.

Tuesday morning kicks things off with a clean, glassy 4ft SW swell. The combined energy is 733 (moderate) and the wind is dead calm. It’s a sweet, user-friendly start for the beginners out there. The afternoon gets a bit choppy, so make the most of the morning.

Wednesday morning is a write-off with rain and choppy conditions, but don’t stress – Wednesday afternoon turns it right around. The wind goes glassy again, and you’ve got a 3ft SW swell with 521 (moderate) energy. It’s a beautiful little session waiting to happen.

Thursday morning is another glassy one with 2ft SW swell (347 energy). Good, clean fun. The afternoon drops off.

Friday morning absolutely shines. Glassy conditions, 2ft SW swell, but look at that period – 24 seconds. That’s a very long period groundswell, and the energy is 745 (moderate). It’ll be bowling nicely at the point, but a beach break might be a bit straight. Worth the paddle.

Saturday morning is the standout. The swell jumps to 4ft SW, the period is 21 seconds, and the combined energy skyrockets to 1346 (strong). Glassy conditions again. This is the best morning of the first week. It’s a real treat for experienced surfers.

Sunday and Monday mornings both hold excellent, clean conditions with 5ft and 5ft SW swells, respectively. The energy is well into the strong range (1820 and 2038). This is serious, powerful surf, but it’s still manageable for a confident intermediate. The afternoons get a bit messy with onshore winds.

Tuesday morning, July 28th is the absolute top pick. You’ve got a clean 7ft SSW swell with 2391 (very strong) energy. The wind is light cross-off, keeping the face smooth. This is a big, powerful swell. At 7ft, it’s going to be a handful for anyone but the experts. The sets will be long and deep.

Wednesday morning, July 29th is another glassy winner with 6ft SSW swell (1641 energy). Beautiful.

The surf then slowly eases through the first week of August, with mornings offering clean, glassy 2ft to 3ft SW swells. The energy drops to weak-moderate levels. There’s still fun, small waves to be had for the longboard or a foamboard, but the big stuff is done.

The standout of the whole forecast is Saturday morning, July 25th and then Tuesday morning, July 28th for the big, clean, powerful groundswell. The later one is the more serious swell for the experienced crew.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 19mm), heaviest on Wed morning. Warm (max 30°C on Tue morning, min 26°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Fri night. Warm (max 30°C on Sat afternoon, min 26°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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Monday
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14
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14
0.9
SW
14
0.8
SW
14
0.7
SW
13
0.4
SSW
26
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24
0.7
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24
0.7
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22
1.5
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21
1.1
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21
1.6
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18
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18
1.8
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18
1.4
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17
1.8
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17
1.9
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
536
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357
288
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234
175
263
371
563
516
2092
1002
1845
1845
1553
1415
1952
1165
1799
2113
Wind (km/h)
5
NW
15
WSW
5
WNW
20
SSE
5
WNW
5
NE
0
NW
10
SW
5
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5
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10
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High Tide
7:40PM0.53m
9:25AM0.73m
8:00PM0.52m
9:55AM0.73m
8:11PM0.50m
10:23AM0.73m
8:11PM0.50m
10:49AM0.71m
8:07PM0.51m
11:15AM0.68m
8:06PM0.53m
11:41AM0.65m
8:10PM0.55m
Low Tide
2:51PM0.39m
2:05AM0.12m
3:29PM0.40m
2:27AM0.09m
3:57PM0.41m
2:47AM0.07m
4:17PM0.43m
3:07AM0.05m
4:30PM0.45m
3:26AM0.04m
4:40PM0.48m
3:46AM0.05m
4:46PM0.50m
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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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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