Ixtapa Surf Break

Lat Long: 17.66° N 101.61° W

Ixtapa Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 11 am 29 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Ixtapa sea temperature is
31.1°C
1.6° 

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


Ixtapa surf forecast from 29 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 29 Aug, 3PM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 15s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Friday 4 Sep, 6AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 17s period, SW swell with 1,842 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 29 Aug, 3PM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 15s 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 Saturday (Aug 29) at 3PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.7m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 0.9m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Ixtapa in the next 16 days are 1.8m 17s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 04) 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 0.4m 3s period and expected on Monday (Aug 31) at 6PM.

Wave TypeTime (CST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 3PM (Sat 29th Aug)5.5ft (1.7m) 15s
Best Surf 3PM (Sat 29th Aug)5.5ft (1.7m) 15s
Most Powerful 6AM (Fri 4th Sep)6ft (1.8m) 17s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, let’s look at what’s coming up for Ixtapa over the next couple of weeks. The water is sitting at 88°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so you’re in for a balmy session.

We kick off Saturday the 29th with a solid 7ft SW swell rolling in, backed by serious energy (2253). That’s a strong, powerful groundswell with a 16-second period, so it’s got real punch. The morning is a bit clouded over and the wind is cross-off from the north at 12 mph, keeping things clean. This is expert territory at that size, but the shape will be good. Saturday afternoon drops a bit to 6ft, still pumping with 1545 energy, and a light NW breeze at 3 mph keeps it cross-off and clean. Excellent conditions for experienced surfers.

Sunday the 30th is the real standout. Morning brings glassy conditions with a light offshore from the ENE at 3 mph, and the swell has settled to a very manageable 5ft from the SW, period 14 seconds, energy around 899. This is prime for a wider range of abilities—clean, lined up, and the water is calm. If you’re picking one session, Sunday morning is it.

Monday the 31st stays small and glassy, with the swell easing to 4ft SSW, period 13 seconds, energy dropping to 573. The wind is glassy from the SE in the morning and calm in the afternoon. Very good surf, but not as much push. Tuesday the 1st of September sees the swell drop further to 3ft, but the wind is offshore from the north at 9 mph, so the surface is clean. It’s a smaller day, but still rideable for beginners.

There’s a gap of smaller, cleaner days through Wednesday the 2nd and Thursday the 3rd, but Thursday the 3rd morning brings a new pulse: 5ft SSW swell, 18-second period, energy jumping to 1561. Wind is light cross-off from the NNW at 6 mph, making for excellent, powerful surf for experienced surfers. That’s another real highlight.

Friday the 4th morning is also strong, with 6ft SW swell, 17-second period, energy at 1915, and a light cross-off from the ESE at 3 mph. Clean, powerful, expert-level waves. Saturday the 5th morning is similar with 5ft SSW and clean offshore wind from the NNE at 3 mph. These mornings are all top-tier for those who can handle bigger, long-period groundswell.

The second week gets smaller. Sunday the 6th morning is glassy with 5ft SSW, then we drop into the 4ft to 3ft range through the week, with mostly clean conditions in the mornings. The best of the second week is probably Thursday the 10th morning, with a 3ft SW swell, 16-second period, and glassy conditions, but the energy jumps to 1178, which is interesting for a small but punchy groundswell. It’s more of a longboard or funboard day.

By the time we hit the 12th and 13th, the swell is down to 2ft to 3ft, and the energy is weak. Winds get messy in the afternoons, so mornings are your only window. It’s a proper tail-off.

Overall, the best surf is Saturday the 29th morning for the biggest, most powerful swell, and Sunday the 30th morning for the cleanest, most user-friendly conditions. Thursday the 3rd and Friday the 4th mornings are also standout sessions for experienced surfers.

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Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 9mm), mostly falling on Sun night. Warm (max 31°C on Sun afternoon, min 27°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Wed night. Warm (max 30°C on Tue afternoon, min 27°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Saturday
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Sunday
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Energy kJ
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540
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Wind (km/h)
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NW
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NE
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NE
15
WSW
0
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ENE
5
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10
NW
10
NNW
10
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5
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10
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10
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NNW
15
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NNE
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High Tide
9:53AM0.53m
9:03PM0.53m
9:03AM0.54m
8:50PM0.47m
8:20AM0.59m
8:15PM0.42m
8:04AM0.66m
7:33PM0.39m
8:05AM0.73m
7:00PM0.39m
8:16AM0.78m
6:49PM0.43m
8:32AM0.81m
6:59PM0.48m
Low Tide
3:25PM0.37m
3:06AM0.35m
3:28PM0.35m
2:01AM0.38m
3:32PM0.33m
00:44AM0.34m
3:27PM0.33m
00:27AM0.26m
3:11PM0.34m
00:39AM0.17m
2:57PM0.35m
1:01AM0.08m
2:52PM0.36m
1:28AM0.00m
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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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