
Surf Forecasts:
Punta Sayulita surf forecast from 11 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 11 Sep, 6AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 15s period, SW swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 11 Sep, 6AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 15s period, SW swell with 266 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 11 Sep, 6AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 15s 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 Friday (Sep 11) at 6AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Punta Sayulita in the next 16 days are 0.8m 15s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 11) at 6AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (CST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 6AM (Fri 11th Sep) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 15s |
| Best Surf | 6AM (Fri 11th Sep) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 15s |
| Most Powerful | 6AM (Fri 11th Sep) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 15s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Punta Sayulita over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here with a look at what’s coming up for Punta Sayulita over the next couple of weeks. It’s a proper mixed bag, but there are definitely some windows to get a wave.
We’re starting off with a real gem first thing Friday the 11th morning. The wind is glassy out of the ENE at just 3 mph, and we’ve got a clean 2ft groundswell rolling in from the southwest with a long 15-second period. The water temp is sitting about average for the time of year, so no surprises there. The combined energy is a solid moderate 242. This is the standout of the whole run – it’s a beginner-friendly break, very consistent, and those conditions are just about perfect for a long session.
That glassy spell doesn’t last though. By Friday afternoon, the wind swings onshore from the WNW, and it’s game over for quality surf. Saturday the 12th morning offers a repeat performance with light NE winds and clean 2ft swell (217 energy), but again it falls apart in the afternoon as the sea breeze kicks in. This pattern of clean mornings and blown-out afternoons holds through the weekend into early next week.
Monday the 14th and Tuesday the 15th are ordinary. The swell drops a touch, and while the mornings are clean, the energy is moderate at best (151 and 199 respectively). It’s surfable, but nothing to write home about.
Things start to look up again from Wednesday the 16th morning. With a light ENE breeze and a 2ft SW groundswell period of 16 seconds, the combined energy jumps to 278 – that’s a solid moderate push. Thursday the 17th morning is similar with clean offshore ENE winds. If you can get out before lunch, the waves will have some proper shape.
The real highlight of the second week looks like Monday the 21st of September. That morning brings a clean 3ft SW groundswell with a 17-second period and combined energy hitting 360 – that’s on the cusp of strong energy. Winds are light offshore from the ENE. This is a promising window, though being over a week out gives it a little less certainty. Tuesday the 22nd morning is also right up there, with glassy conditions and a healthy 3ft swell at 318 energy.
We have to wait until the very last day, Saturday the 26th of September, for another treat. The morning looks absolutely glassy with zero wind and a 1ft, 19-second period SW groundswell. It’s modest in height but that is a very long period, low-energy wave (209) that will offer some incredibly clean, lined-up waves – perfect for a cruisy session on the longboard.
Don't bother with the afternoons, they're all onshore slop. There are no days where the swell goes over 5ft, so it stays well within the comfort zone for beginners and fun for everyone else.
For the best of the best: Lock in Friday the 11th morning for glassy perfection, and keep an eye on Monday the 21st morning for a solid, clean groundswell.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Sat night. Warm (max 30°C on Fri morning, min 24°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Sun night. Warm (max 30°C on Tue afternoon, min 26°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | Sunday 13 | Monday 14 | Tuesday 15 | Wednesday 16 | ||||||||||||||
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 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 14 |
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353 | 220 | 214 | 167 | 164 | 95 | 87 | 85 | 84 | 80 | 109 | 108 | 246 | 169 | 216 | 206 | 258 | 160 | 186 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | glassy | on | glassy | cross-off | cross-on | glassy | off | on | off | cross-off | on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off |
High Tide | 9:08PM1.56m | 9:40AM1.49m | 9:42PM1.50m | 9:58AM1.50m | 10:15PM1.40m | 10:15AM1.50m | 10:46PM1.28m | 10:31AM1.48m | 11:15PM1.15m | 10:44AM1.43m | 11:42PM1.00m | 10:53AM1.37m | 00:09AM0.86m | ||||||
Low Tide | 3:29AM0.22m | 3:40PM0.36m | 3:50AM0.32m | 4:10PM0.32m | 4:08AM0.44m | 4:38PM0.33m | 4:20AM0.55m | 5:06PM0.36m | 4:27AM0.65m | 5:34PM0.43m | 4:25AM0.72m | 6:06PM0.52m | |||||||
— | 6:47 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | |
— | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:06 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:04 | — | — | 7:04 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | 6 | — | — | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 28 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 29 |
Feels °C | 32 | 34 | 33 | 34 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 30 | 32 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 35 | 33 | 33 | 33 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 14 |
353 | 220 | 214 | 167 | 164 | 95 | 87 | 85 | 84 | 80 | 109 | 108 | 246 | 169 | 216 | 206 | 258 | 160 | 186 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | SW 18 | SSW 18 | WNW 4 | WNW 4 | WNW 5 | WNW 5 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | NW 4 | WNW 6 | SSW 11 | NW 4 |
22 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 48 | 31 | 3 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 38 | 37 | 35 | 21 | 20 | 3 | 8 | 12 | 3 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 13 | W 11 | W 12 | W 12 | WNW 7 | W 11 | W 13 | SW 19 | SW 19 | W 13 | WNW 5 | W 12 | WNW 4 | W 11 | W 11 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | WNW 10 | SW 22 |
13 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 5 | 9 | 30 | 58 | 59 | 31 | 4 | 25 | 2 | 9 | 9 | 14 | 12 | 9 | 74 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | WNW 3 | — | — | — | — | — | WNW 5 | — | — | NW 5 | — | — | WNW 6 | — |
— | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | — | — | 3 | — | — | 4 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
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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.










