Ixtapa Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get into it. We’ve got a solid run of surf coming up for Ixtapa, so don’t be twiddling your thumbs on the beach.

The overall pattern is a persistent, long-period SW groundswell that builds in and hangs around for a good long stretch. The water is a toasty 89°F, which is much warmer than normal for this time of year – seriously, it’s like a bath out there. The combined swell energy is mostly moderate, hitting the hundreds, but we’ll see it kick into the strong range a few times.

Wednesday morning is our kick-off with some clouds, a light E breeze at 3 mph making it cross-offshore, and a clean 3 ft SW swell with a period of 16 seconds. That’s some proper groundswell energy. The combined energy is a moderate 737 – it’s a nice, clean start.

Thursday morning sees a bit more size, with the swell nudging up to 4 ft from the SW, period holding at 16 seconds. The wind is from the NNW at 9 mph, which is cross-offshore, keeping it clean. The energy is up to 892.

Now, the real standout for the first week. Friday morning is looking absolutely prime. Glassy conditions, not a breath of wind, with a 4 ft SW swell, 15-second period. The energy is a solid 727. That’s your window for the best, cleanest waves of the first few days.

Saturday morning drops a bit to 3 ft but remains glassy. Sunday morning is glassy again with a smaller 2 ft swell, but a very long period of 19 seconds means the energy is still there. Monday morning swings back up with a 3 ft swell, 18-second period, and a light NNE offshore breeze at 3 mph – clean and lined up.

Tuesday morning is another glassy morning with 4 ft of SW swell, 17-second period, and energy at 898. Things are still looking good.

Now, for the next big highlight. Wednesday, September 16th morning is where it gets serious. The swell is 5 ft from the SSW, period of 16 seconds, and the combined energy is a strong 1080. With glassy conditions, this is excellent surf for experienced surfers. This one’s a standout.

Thursday, September 17th morning is glassy again with a 4 ft SSW swell, 14-second period. The energy is a strong 911. Another top-notch morning session.

Friday, September 18th morning sees the swell back to 3 ft but with a very long 20-second period, glassy, and energy at 787. That’s a long, clean groundswell.

Saturday, September 19th morning is calm and glassy with 3 ft of SW swell, 18-second period.

For the second week, Sunday, September 20th morning is a big one. We’ve got a 4 ft SW swell, 19-second period, and the combined energy is a meaty 1136 – that’s strong. The risk of thunderstorms is there, but with a light NNW breeze at 3 mph and glassy conditions, this is another excellent window for experienced surfers. Keep an eye on this one.

Monday, September 21st morning is a bit more mixed, with a 4 ft SW swell, but the wind is cross-shore from the ESE at 3 mph, making it a bit less clean. The energy is still strong at 1096.

Tuesday, September 22nd and Wednesday, September 23rd mornings see the energy drop back to moderate, with the swell staying around 4 ft to 4 ft and glassy conditions on the 23rd.

Thursday, September 24th morning rounds us out with a glassy 4 ft SW swell, 14-second period, and moderate energy at 651.

Ixtapa is a beginner-friendly spot, so when the swell is under 5 ft, it’s good for everyone. Because it’s fairly consistent and exposed to the S, these long-period SW groundswells will wrap in nicely. The crowds are listed as “sometimes,” so you might get a few crew out, especially on the best mornings. This is a solid run, lads. Get out there.

Rusty.

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