Ixtapa Surf Break

Lat Long: 17.66° N 101.61° W

Ixtapa Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 5 pm 23 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Ixtapa sea temperature is
31.5°C
1.9° 

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


Ixtapa surf forecast from 24 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Friday 28 Aug, 9AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 17s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 29 Aug, 3AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 16s period, SSW swell with 2,058 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 24 Aug, 12AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 18s 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 Monday (Aug 24) at 12AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 18s period with a secondary swell of 0.9m and 13s. Another secondary swell of 0.9m and 5s is also forecast. 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 2.0m 16s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 29) 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 5s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 25) at 3AM.

Wave TypeTime (CST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)12AM (Mon 24th Aug)2.5ft (0.8m) 18s
Best Surf 9AM (Fri 28th Aug)4ft (1.2m) 17s
Most Powerful 3AM (Sat 29th Aug)6.5ft (2.0m) 16s

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


The Lowdown

Well folks, Rusty here. Let’s break down the surf outlook for Ixtapa over the next 16 days.

It’s starting slow today, Sunday the 23rd, with only a weak 3ft SSW swell and choppy onshore wind. Not worth the hassle. But the wait is short.

Monday the 24th morning is where we get things lit. The swell drops to a clean 2ft out of the SW, but the 17-second period is the real story – that’s proper groundswell with some power. The wind is light and cross-offshore, so the surface will be clean. This is a solid session for the beginner-friendly setup here. The water is 89°, which is a touch warmer than usual for this time of year, so the trunks will be plenty.

Tuesday the 25th morning keeps the groove going with a 2ft SW groundswell and clean offshore wind. Consistency is in our favor at Ixtapa, and it’s still a perfect window for the less experienced surfers.

The real standouts start showing up later in the week. Thursday the 27th morning is pure glass, no wind at all – you can’t beat that. The swell is 2ft from the SW with a super long 18-second period. This groundswell will draw some nice lines across the point and reef setups. Not huge, but silky and rewarding.

If you’ve got some experience and want more size, circle Friday the 28th morning. We’ve got a 4ft SW groundswell (17 seconds) with glassy conditions. The combined energy is ramping up strong. Saturday the 29th morning pushes that even further: a 6ft SW swell with glassy wind again. That’s solid, powerful surf. This is prime for any experienced surfer wanting an early session. Both Friday and Saturday look excellent.

By Sunday the 30th morning, the swell eases a little to 5ft, but it’s still clean and glassy. A great option if the bigger days are too hectic.

Towards the end of the second week, keep an eye on Thursday the 3rd of September morning. This one’s a standout: a solid 5ft SW swell with a long 19-second period, glassy again, and the energy is nearly 2000. That’s serious grunt for the reefs and points. By Friday the 4th morning, it’s even bigger – 6ft from the SW with clean cross-offshore wind, and the energy is huge. That’s expert waves, no doubt. Both Thursday and Friday mornings look excellent for those who can handle it. It’s a long way out, so some caution, but the signs are really good.

Don’t bother with the afternoons – the winds shift onshore or cross-on and mess up the surface. Stick to the morning windows. The biggest gap in quality was today’s slow start, but once it fires up, Ixtapa delivers a consistent, clean run.

Rusty out.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Mon afternoon. Warm (max 32°C on Tue afternoon, min 26°C on Mon afternoon). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the SE on Mon morning, calm by Tue night).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Fri night. Warm (max 31°C on Wed afternoon, min 27°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

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Energy kJ
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NNE
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High Tide
8:08PM0.54m
10:19AM0.68m
8:12PM0.56m
10:31AM0.65m
8:21PM0.58m
10:36AM0.61m
8:33PM0.59m
10:34AM0.57m
8:47PM0.59m
10:22AM0.54m
8:59PM0.57m
9:53AM0.53m
9:03PM0.53m
Low Tide
3:43PM0.40m
2:58AM0.04m
3:46PM0.42m
3:14AM0.05m
3:47PM0.44m
3:28AM0.09m
3:43PM0.44m
3:38AM0.14m
3:35PM0.43m
3:42AM0.21m
3:28PM0.40m
3:34AM0.29m
3:25PM0.37m
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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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