
Surf Forecasts:
Punta Sayulita surf forecast from 28 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 28 Jul, 3AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 17s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 28 Jul, 12AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 17s period, SW swell with 854 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 28 Jul, 3AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 17s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Punta Sayulita this week:
The surf forecast for Punta Sayulita over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 3AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 17s period with a secondary swell of 1.0m and 13s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Punta Sayulita in the next 16 days are 1.2m 17s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 12AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (CST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 3AM (Tue 28th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 17s |
| Best Surf | 3AM (Tue 28th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 17s |
| Most Powerful | 12AM (Tue 28th Jul) | 4ft (1.2m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Punta Sayulita over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here, lookin' at the charts for Punta Sayulita. Let's be real, the next couple of weeks are not gonna have us shoutin' from the rooftops. The ocean is pretty sleepy for the most part, but there are a few windows where it all comes together for a clean, fun little session.
The first real chance to get wet comes on Tuesday, July 28th. We've got a long-period SSW groundswell of 4ft rollin' in with a 17-second period. That's some proper energy (958) for a point break setup, and the water is much warmer than usual at 89°F, which is a solid 4°F above average – feels like a bathtub! The real treat is the mornin': a light NE cross-offshore breeze, just 3 mph, makin' it glassy clean. For a spot that's very consistent, this is your standout of the whole outlook. It's a beginner-friendly wave, so perfect for a longboard or a funboard.
Wednesday mornin', the 29th, keeps the trend alive. Swell is a touch smaller at 3ft, but we've got that same 16-second period SSW groundswell. The wind is a full offshore from the east at 3 mph, keepin' it clean again. It's a solid option, but the energy is startin' to drop (588).
After that, we're in a long, slow decline. The energy fades into the weak zone by August 4th. There's a stretch of days where we're just watchin' the tide go in and out with nothin' to ride. The waves get tiny and the wind turns onshore most afternoons, makin' it a mess.
By the second week, there's a flicker of life. On Monday mornin', August 10th, a weak 1ft swell creeps back in, but with a clean cross-offshore breeze. Not worth gettin' excited about.
Then, the real tease of the outlook comes in on Monday afternoon, August 10th, and into Tuesday mornin', the 11th. We get a tiny 1ft to 2ft SSW groundswell, but the period stretches out to a massive 20 seconds. The energy is back up to a moderate 205-215. The wind is dead calm or glassy – zero mph. For a spot that usually needs a little breeze to keep it clean, this is a moment of pure, glassy perfection. But, and it's a big but, the swell is tiny. You'll be huntin' for ankle to knee-high runners. It's a beautiful thing to see, but it's a surf for the soul, not for the thrill.
So, the best bet is Tuesday mornin', July 28th. It's the cleanest, most energetic, and most consistent. The Monday afternoon/Tuesday mornin' of August 10th/11th is a beautiful, glassy, but small option for the patient ones.
Rusty out.
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 30mm), heaviest during Wed night. Warm (max 30°C on Mon afternoon, min 27°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 18mm), heaviest on Thu night. Warm (max 30°C on Fri afternoon, min 25°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Mon 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | ||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | W 10 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 |
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700 | 854 | 737 | 458 | 441 | 430 | 419 | 275 | 264 | 261 | 173 | 158 | 114 | 125 | 134 | 99 | 65 | 46 | 85 | 59 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-on | on | off | on | cross | off | cross-on | glassy | off | on | glassy | cross-off | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 8:04PM1.46m | 9:56AM1.21m | 8:37PM1.51m | 10:16AM1.23m | 9:08PM1.53m | 10:36AM1.26m | 9:39PM1.51m | 10:56AM1.28m | 10:10PM1.46m | 11:16AM1.31m | 10:43PM1.38m | 11:38AM1.33m | 11:20PM1.26m | |||||||
Low Tide | 3:14AM0.12m | 2:47PM0.79m | 3:39AM0.11m | 3:14PM0.73m | 4:03AM0.13m | 3:44PM0.69m | 4:26AM0.17m | 4:16PM0.65m | 4:49AM0.25m | 4:51PM0.62m | 5:11AM0.34m | 5:31PM0.60m | ||||||||
— | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | |
7:42 | — | — | 7:42 | — | — | 7:40 | — | — | 7:40 | — | — | 7:39 | — | — | 7:39 | — | — | 7:38 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | 1 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 2 | — | 12 | — | — | — | — | — | 6 | — | — | 18 |
Temp °C | 30 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 29 |
Feels °C | 33 | 34 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 32 | 30 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 34 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 34 | 33 | 33 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | WSW 11 | WSW 11 | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | SW 13 |
700 | 854 | 737 | 458 | 441 | 430 | 419 | 275 | 264 | 164 | 156 | 100 | 98 | 125 | 92 | 87 | 58 | 40 | 38 | 59 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 7 | SW 11 | SW 12 | SW 10 | WSW 12 | WSW 10 | WSW 9 | WSW 11 | WSW 11 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | W 8 |
4 | 119 | 220 | 156 | 247 | 158 | 98 | 143 | 121 | 261 | 173 | 158 | 114 | 93 | 134 | 99 | 65 | 46 | 85 | 21 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 11 | W 11 | W 8 | SW 12 | — | — | NW 4 | WNW 5 | WNW 5 | — | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | WNW 5 | SW 16 | SW 20 | SW 20 | SSW 11 | SSW 12 | SW 18 | WNW 3 |
2 | 2 | 1 | 73 | — | — | 5 | 9 | 10 | — | 13 | 6 | 2 | 40 | 15 | 15 | 12 | 27 | 12 | 1 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | WNW 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 13 | 13 | 0 | 13 | 13 | 0 | 13 | 13 | 0 | 41 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 13 | 0 | 933 | 13 |
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Information about the Punta Sayulita Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Punta Sayulita provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Punta Sayulita can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Punta Sayulita 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 (Punta Sayulita) 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 Punta Sayulita 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.
Punta Sayulita is 33 km (20 miles) from the city of Ixtapa. If you plan a holiday in Nayarit, look for hotels and other accommodation in Ixtapa. Ixtapa has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.










