Ixtapa Surf Break

Lat Long: 17.66° N 101.61° W

Ixtapa Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 11 am 20 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Ixtapa sea temperature is
31.4° C
1.8° 

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


Ixtapa surf forecast from 20 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 22 Aug, 12AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 14s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 27 Aug, 6PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 17s period, SW swell with 587 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 21 Aug, 12AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 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 Friday (Aug 21) at 12AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 13s 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 1.0m 17s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 27) at 6PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 3s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 23) at 12AM.

Wave TypeTime (CST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)12AM (Fri 21st Aug)2.5ft (0.7m) 13s
Best Surf12AM (Sat 22nd Aug)3ft (0.9m) 14s
Most Powerful 6PM (Thu 27th Aug)3.5ft (1.0m) 17s

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


The Lowdown

G'day, Rusty here. Let’s talk about the surf ahead for Ixtapa. We’ve got a solid run of waves coming through, with the best conditions falling on the mornings when that glassy, clean water lines up. The water’s sitting at a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so you’ll feel that extra bit of warmth.

Thursday morning kicks things off with a small 3ft SSW swell, period at 13 seconds – that’s a nice groundswell with some push. The wind is glassy, ESE at just 3 mph, so it’ll be clean as a whistle. The combined energy is moderate at 313. It’s a gentle start, but a good one for the beginners.

Friday morning stays clean, with a 3ft SSW swell, period building to 14 seconds, and a light cross-offshore breeze from the NNW at 3 mph. The energy is moderate (372). The wave shape should be tidy.

Saturday morning is where it starts to get interesting. The swell nudges up to 3ft from the SSW, period 13 seconds, and we’ve got glassy conditions again with an ENE wind at 3 mph. The energy jumps to 551, which is moderate but feeling stronger. Expect very good surf.

Sunday morning brings a change in direction: a 2ft SW swell, but the period is a beautiful 18 seconds – that’s a long, powerful groundswell. The wind is a light cross-offshore from the NNW at 3 mph, keeping it clean. Energy is high at 784. This is a standout morning for anyone who loves a long, drawn-out wave.

Monday morning is another glassy gem, with a 2ft SW swell, 17-second period, and an easterly breeze at 3 mph. Energy is strong at 562. The water is calm and the waves will have that lovely push.

Tuesday morning is a bit smaller, 2ft SW swell, 16-second period, but the wind is cross-offshore from the NNW at 3 mph, keeping it clean. Energy is moderate at 305.

Wednesday morning stays clean with a 2ft SW swell, 16 seconds, and glassy conditions from the NE at 3 mph. Energy is moderate at 291.

Now, Thursday the 27th of August is a cracker. The swell is 2ft from the SW, period 18 seconds, and the wind is dead calm – glassy perfection. Energy is strong at 602. This is one of the best mornings on offer.

Friday the 28th of August morning sees the swell pick up to 4ft from the SW, period 17 seconds, with a dead calm NE wind. Energy is really building at 984. This is excellent for more experienced surfers.

Saturday the 29th of August morning is the big one. The swell hits 6ft from the SSW, period 16 seconds, and the wind is calm again. The energy is very strong at 1647. This is expert territory – the waves are powerful and big. If you’re not experienced, give it a miss.

Sunday the 30th of August gets messy. The morning has a 5ft SSW swell, but the wind is a strong cross-shore from the SE at 16 mph, with a risk of thunderstorms. It’s marginal at best.

Monday the 31st of August morning is smaller again, 4ft SW swell, 13-second period, but the wind is cross-offshore from the E at 3 mph, so it’s clean. Energy is moderate at 486. A good session.

Tuesday the 1st of September morning has a 4ft SSW swell, period 13 seconds, with a light offshore wind from the N at 3 mph. Energy is moderate at 738. Clean again.

Wednesday the 2nd of September morning is glassy, with a 3ft SW swell, 16-second period, and a light WNW wind at 3 mph. Energy is strong at 799.

Thursday the 3rd of September morning is glassy with a 3ft SW swell, 15-second period, and a light WNW wind. Energy is strong at 929. The afternoon is also glassy with no wind, so that’s a rare full day of clean conditions.

Friday the 4th of September morning is the final standout. The swell is 5ft from the SW, period 17 seconds, with a glassy NNE wind at 3 mph. Energy is very strong at 1596. This is excellent for experienced surfers.

Overall, the mornings are where it’s at. The best standouts are Saturday the 29th of August for the big swell crew, and Thursday the 27th of August for those perfect, glassy conditions with long-period groundswell. The afternoons tend to get a bit bumpy with onshore winds, so plan for dawn patrols.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 14mm), heaviest on Fri night. Warm (max 31°C on Thu afternoon, min 26°C on Thu morning). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 8mm), mostly falling on Mon afternoon. Warm (max 31°C on Mon afternoon, min 26°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

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Energy kJ
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High Tide
7:58PM0.50m
9:23AM0.76m
8:06PM0.50m
9:44AM0.75m
8:08PM0.52m
10:03AM0.72m
8:08PM0.54m
10:19AM0.68m
8:12PM0.56m
10:31AM0.65m
8:21PM0.58m
10:36AM0.61m
8:33PM0.59m
Low Tide
3:16PM0.34m
2:05AM0.07m
3:29PM0.35m
2:24AM0.05m
3:37PM0.37m
2:42AM0.04m
3:43PM0.40m
2:58AM0.04m
3:46PM0.42m
3:14AM0.05m
3:47PM0.44m
3:28AM0.09m
3:43PM0.44m
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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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