
Surf Forecasts:
Ixtapa surf forecast from 23 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 24 Jul, 3AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 24s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 28 Jul, 9AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 17s period, SSW swell with 2,705 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 23 Jul, 9PM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 13s 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 Thursday (Jul 23) at 9PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m 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 2.1m 17s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 9AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (CST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 9PM (Thu 23rd Jul) | 2ft (0.6m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 3AM (Fri 24th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 24s |
| Most Powerful | 9AM (Tue 28th Jul) | 7ft (2.1m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Ixtapa over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s take a look at what’s shaping up over the next few weeks.
The coming week is where the real action is at, with a solid run of clean, building swell. The pattern starts a little slow on Thursday, but things really kick off from Friday morning and we’re looking at an excellent window of surf through the middle of next week. After that, the energy fades into the second week, with much smaller, more inconsistent surf.
First up, Ixtapa (Ixtapa). The water is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year at 88°F.
Thursday morning brings a tiny, clean start with a 2ft SW swell, a period of 13 seconds, and glassy conditions. The combined energy is weak (318). It’s a good sign for a wave, but the real goods start Friday morning. That’s when we see a 3ft SSW groundswell with a 24-second period, glassy wind from the E at 3 mph, and moderate wave energy (881). That long period will produce some nicely shaped, powerful lines, but it might be a little straight at the beach – keep an eye on the points.
The standout is Saturday morning, 25 July. We’ve got a 4ft SW swell with a 21-second period, glassy conditions, and the combined energy is strong at 1217. This is excellent surf for experienced surfers. The wind is dead calm, the swell is solid, and it’s all set to be a special session.
From Sunday through Tuesday morning, the swell holds in the 5ft to 7ft range, with SSW groundswell and periods around 17-18 seconds. Each morning is clean, with glassy or light offshore wind. The energy stays strong (2236-2959). Tuesday morning’s 7ft SSW swell with a 17-second period and cross-offshore wind is right up there for experienced crew. Over 8ft it’s expert-only, but this is a powerful, clean window.
Wednesday morning, 29 July, is another glassy beauty with a 6ft SSW swell, but the period drops to 16 seconds, and the energy is still strong (1946). After that, the swell slowly backs off into the following weekend.
By Saturday, 1 August, we’re down to 3ft SSW swell. The mornings are still clean, but the energy is weak (448). The second week looks small, with occasional waist-high pulses (1ft to 2ft) and glassy conditions, but the energy is low. The best of that later period looks like Friday morning, 7 August, with a 3ft SSW swell, 16-second period, and cross-offshore wind – a nice little clean-up set.
Overall, this is a solid run for Ixtapa. The first week is the clear winner. Paddle out on Saturday morning the 25th, or any of those clean mornings from Sunday through Wednesday. The second week is for the die-hards and the longboarders, with small but clean conditions.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 10mm), heaviest on Sat night. Warm (max 30°C on Thu morning, min 26°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 8mm), mostly falling on Sun morning. Warm (max 30°C on Tue afternoon, min 24°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SSW 26 | SSW 24 | SSW 24 | SW 22 | SSW 21 | SW 21 | SW 19 | SW 19 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
175 | 263 | 371 | 704 | 516 | 2092 | 1002 | 1845 | 1845 | 1292 | 1518 | 1663 | 1607 | 1799 | 2113 | 2705 | 2182 | 1857 | 1608 | 1327 | 1024 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | on | glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | cross | glassy | cross-on | glassy | off | cross | off | cross-off | on | glassy | glassy | on | cross-off |
High Tide | 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 | 12:08PM0.61m | 8:13PM0.56m | 12:33PM0.57m | 8:10PM0.57m | |||||||
Low Tide | 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 | 4:04AM0.07m | 4:45PM0.52m | 4:18AM0.11m | 4:23PM0.53m | ||||||||
6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | |
— | 7:22 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:21 | — | — | 7:21 | — | |
mm | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | 3 | — | — | 5 | 3 | 4 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 6 |
Temp °C | 30 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 25 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 29 | 30 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 28 |
Feels °C | 33 | 33 | 34 | 32 | 34 | 31 | 34 | 33 | 31 | 33 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 30 | 29 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 32 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 10 | WSW 9 | SW 13 | SSW 24 | SW 22 | SSW 21 | SW 21 | SW 19 | SW 19 | S 11 | S 11 | SSW 13 | SSW 17 | SW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 |
102 | 90 | 136 | 704 | 516 | 2092 | 1002 | 1845 | 1845 | 932 | 750 | 889 | 1607 | 1799 | 2113 | 2705 | 2182 | 1857 | 1608 | 1327 | 1024 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SW 13 | W 9 | SW 13 | WSW 8 | SSW 12 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | S 11 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 10 | SSW 10 | SW 10 | WSW 11 | WSW 11 | WSW 12 | W 12 | WSW 12 | W 12 |
175 | 138 | 57 | 132 | 54 | 96 | 190 | 274 | 516 | 1292 | 1518 | 1663 | 455 | 510 | 385 | 243 | 202 | 288 | 330 | 452 | 480 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 11 | SSW 26 | SSW 24 | S 10 | SW 12 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | SW 15 | W 8 | SW 21 | WNW 8 | SW 12 | S 13 | S 12 | S 12 | S 12 | S 7 | SSW 6 | SSE 9 | S 6 |
41 | 263 | 371 | 45 | 72 | 47 | 25 | 24 | 75 | 12 | 117 | 6 | 286 | 3 | 3 | 11 | 12 | 24 | 8 | 26 | 11 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SE 7 | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 54 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 534 | 0 | 0 | 534 | 0 | 0 | 509 | 7 | 0 | 45 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 0 | 0 | 501 | 0 | 0 | 509 | 0 |
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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.
Ixtapa is 7 km (4 miles) from Zihuatanejo. If you plan a holiday in Guerrero, look for hotels and other accommodation in Zihuatanejo. Zihuatanejo has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.










