
Surf Forecasts:
Quimixto surf forecast from 10 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 9 Jul, 9PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 15s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 12 Jul, 12AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 16s period, SSW swell with 806 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 9 Jul, 9PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 15s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Quimixto this week:
The surf forecast for Quimixto over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 09) at 9PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 12s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Quimixto in the next 16 days are 1.3m 16s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 12) at 12AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (CST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 9PM (Thu 9th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 15s |
| Best Surf | 9PM (Thu 9th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 15s |
| Most Powerful | 12AM (Sun 12th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Quimixto over the next 16 days.
Alright, let’s talk about what’s coming up for our local spot. The next couple of weeks are a bit of a mixed bag, but there’s one day that’s screaming to be surfed.
The water is a warm 88°F, which is much warmer than usual for this time of year, so you’ll be comfortable in just boardshorts.
Thursday morning at Quimixto is a bit meh – cloudy with a light cross-on breeze, and a 5ft SSW swell with a long 16-second period. The energy is moderate (1011), but the wind is messing with it. It’s a reef break, so that long period groundswell will wrap in nicely, but the wind isn’t helping. The afternoon cleans right up though – glassy conditions with a 4ft SSW swell and the same long period. That’s the session to sneak in for a few clean ones before the thunderstorms roll in. The crowd is listed as sometimes, so you might have a few friends out.
Friday morning holds onto that glassy look with the same 4ft SSW swell. It’s a good window for a beginner-friendly wave. The afternoon gets a bit bumpy with a cross-on breeze, so aim for the early session.
The weekend sees a slow drop in size. Saturday and Sunday are in the 4ft range with shorter periods, and the wind is mostly cross-on or onshore, making for average conditions. The energy drops too (down to 578 on Sunday morning). It’s not the best, but there’ll be a few waves to be had.
Monday and Tuesday mornings are looking glassy again, but the swell is down to 4ft and 3ft respectively. The energy is weak to moderate (516 and 462). Still, a glassy reef break is a good way to start the day.
Now, here’s the one to circle. Saturday, July 18th is the standout. The morning kicks off with a glassy 7ft SSW swell, period of 13 seconds, and the energy is pumping at 1561 – that’s strong. This is expert territory, as it’s over 8 feet. The afternoon stays glassy with a 7ft swell. This is the best on offer, no question. The reef at Quimixto will handle this size, and with glassy conditions, it’s going to be pumping. If you’re experienced, don’t miss it.
Sunday the 19th is still big (6ft and 6ft) but the wind turns cross-on, so it’ll be a bit bumpy. The energy is still high (1500+), but it won’t be as clean as Saturday.
The following week (from Monday 20th) the swell drops back to 4ft to 4ft, but with a very long 16-second period again. The wind is mostly light and there are some glassy/clean windows. The energy is still strong (1234 on Monday morning). It’s a solid run of surf for the intermediate surfer.
After that, it fades fast. From Wednesday 24th onwards, the swell is tiny (2ft to 2ft) with poor conditions and weak energy. The run of poor surf looks to last for a couple of days at least.
So, if you can hold out, the real gold is on Saturday July 18th. Otherwise, pick the glassy mornings in the first week for clean, fun waves.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 7mm), mostly falling on Thu afternoon. Warm (max 32°C on Fri afternoon, min 26°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 47mm), heaviest during Tue night. Warm (max 32°C on Mon morning, min 26°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 9 | Friday 10 | Saturday 11 | Sunday 12 | Monday 13 | Tuesday 14 | Wednesday 15 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 12 | SW 16 | S 13 |
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991 | 805 | 763 | 752 | 665 | 766 | 602 | 706 | 806 | 553 | 594 | 330 | 415 | 336 | 273 | 246 | 375 | 197 | 129 | 310 | 407 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | glassy | glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | glassy | cross | glassy | glassy | cross | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | off |
High Tide | 4:50PM1.34m | 7:55AM1.06m | 5:52PM1.43m | 8:41AM1.15m | 6:48PM1.51m | 9:20AM1.20m | 7:39PM1.58m | 9:57AM1.24m | 8:27PM1.62m | 10:32AM1.25m | 9:12PM1.61m | 11:06AM1.25m | 9:56PM1.55m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 10:09AM0.90m | 00:44AM0.28m | 11:53AM0.93m | 1:34AM0.11m | 1:01PM0.91m | 2:20AM-0.02m | 1:53PM0.87m | 3:03AM-0.09m | 2:38PM0.82m | 3:44AM-0.09m | 3:21PM0.77m | 4:23AM-0.04m | 4:04PM0.74m | ||||||||
6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | |
— | 7:45 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | 7:45 | — | |
mm | — | 2 | 2 | — | 2 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 8 | 1 | — | 3 | 14 | — | 7 | 14 | — | 5 | 10 |
Temp °C | 29 | 29 | 28 | 31 | 32 | 27 | 31 | 31 | 27 | 31 | 30 | 27 | 32 | 30 | 28 | 32 | 30 | 27 | 31 | 30 | 27 |
Feels °C | 32 | 35 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 32 | 34 | 35 | 32 | 35 | 35 | 32 | 36 | 34 | 34 | 36 | 34 | 32 | 34 | 35 | 33 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SW 16 | S 13 |
991 | 805 | 763 | 752 | 665 | 766 | 602 | 706 | 806 | 553 | 594 | 330 | 415 | 336 | 273 | 246 | 242 | 169 | 129 | 310 | 407 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 8 | WNW 12 | NW 12 | NNW 8 | SSW 20 | SSE 11 | S 18 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SW 21 | SSW 13 | NW 5 | SW 19 | SW 19 | SSW 18 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SSW 12 | SW 16 |
6 | 14 | 22 | 6 | 75 | 22 | 160 | 22 | 19 | 10 | 71 | 125 | 6 | 303 | 184 | 211 | 375 | 197 | 127 | 83 | 254 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 12 | S 13 | S 13 | WNW 11 | NW 11 | NW 11 | SSE 11 | SW 22 | SW 24 | WNW 11 | SSE 10 | NW 4 | SW 19 | WNW 5 | WNW 5 | WNW 5 | S 7 | S 15 | SSE 13 | SSE 13 | SW 21 |
14 | 3 | 3 | 13 | 19 | 18 | 22 | 18 | 22 | 11 | 19 | 4 | 95 | 8 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 38 | 54 | 98 | 115 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | NNW 3 | — | — | — | — | NW 8 | NW 10 | NW 11 | NNW 3 | NW 4 | NW 4 | — | — | — | — | — | S 7 | — | WNW 5 | — |
— | 3 | — | — | — | — | 15 | 28 | 29 | 4 | 3 | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | 9 | — | 6 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 32 | 27 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Information about the Quimixto Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Quimixto provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Quimixto can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Quimixto 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 (Quimixto) 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 Quimixto 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.
Quimixto is 21 km (13 miles) from Puerto Vallarta. If you plan a holiday in Jalisco, look for hotels and other accommodation in Puerto Vallarta. Puerto Vallarta has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.










