
Surf Forecasts:
Quimixto surf forecast from 20 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 24 Jul, 9PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 21s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 25 Jul, 12AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 21s period, SSW swell with 2,092 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 22 Jul, 6PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 12s period with SW 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 Wednesday (Jul 22) at 6PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 12s period with a secondary swell of 0.9m and 14s. Another secondary swell of 0.4m and 4s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Quimixto in the next 16 days are 1.5m 21s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 25) at 12AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.2m 9s period and expected on Tuesday (Jul 21) at 12AM.
| Wave Type | Time (CST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 6PM (Wed 22nd Jul) | 4ft (1.2m) 12s |
| Best Surf | 9PM (Fri 24th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 21s |
| Most Powerful | 12AM (Sat 25th Jul) | 5ft (1.5m) 21s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Quimixto over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, folks, Rusty here with the imperial version.
We’ve got a solid run of groundswell heading into Quimixto, but it’s a slow start. The first few days are a bit of a tease with messy cross-onshore winds and marginal conditions. Don’t waste your time on Monday the 20th or Tuesday the 21st – the swell is there but the wind is just not playing ball, and the energy is weak to moderate (combined energy around 946). Honestly, it’s frustrating.
The real turning point comes Thursday morning the 23rd. The wind drops to glassy, and we’ve got a clean 4ft swell from the SW with a period of 11 seconds. That’s a proper groundswell, and the glassy conditions make it a great call for beginners and intermediates alike. The energy is moderate (465). Then Thursday afternoon sees a spike in period to a very long 26 seconds, but the swell drops to 2ft, so it’s more of a clean, slow-moving glassy wave with cross-offshore wind. It’s a standout for pure quality.
But the true standout of this whole forecast is Saturday the 25th. Saturday morning is glassy, dead calm, with a 4ft SW swell at 21 seconds. That’s a long-period groundswell, perfect for the reef setup here. The combined energy jumps to 1172 (strong), and the conditions are absolutely pristine. It’s going to be clean, lined-up, and the crowd profile is “sometimes” – so you might not have it all to yourself, but it’s not a circus. The swell direction is SW, which matches the optimum direction for this break. This is the best session on offer.
Sunday the 26th morning is also excellent for experienced surfers – 5ft SSW at 18 seconds, glassy, with strong energy (1576). That’s a proper wave, but it’s pushing into the size where beginners might struggle.
Into the next week, Monday the 28th and Tuesday the 29th are excellent for experienced surfers too, with 6ft to 7ft SSW groundswell and glassy or clean offshore winds. The energy is very strong (2286 on Tuesday morning). This is solid, powerful surf, but it’s for those who know what they’re doing.
The second week (from July 30th onward) fades. The swell drops, the period shortens, and the wind turns messy again. A few glassy windows on August 1st and 4th, but the swell is small (2ft to 4ft) and the energy is weak. Not really worth getting excited about, but if you’re desperate, the morning of August 4th is glassy with a 2ft SW swell at 16 seconds – clean but tiny.
Water temp is about average for the time of year, so no surprises there.
So, to sum it up: Saturday the 25th morning is the pick of the pack – glassy, 4ft SW groundswell, strong energy, and the reef setup will be working beautifully. Thursday morning the 23rd is a close second for a clean, glassy beginner-friendly session. The rest of the first week has some decent stuff for experienced surfers, but the second week is a write-off.
Rusty out.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Wed afternoon. Warm (max 32°C on Mon morning, min 26°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 14mm), heaviest on Sat morning. Warm (max 32°C on Fri morning, min 26°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
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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 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 26 | SW 24 | SSW 24 | SW 23 | SSW 21 | SW 21 | SW 19 | SSW 19 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
765 | 823 | 739 | 693 | 649 | 521 | 337 | 361 | 373 | 341 | 283 | 329 | 275 | 704 | 425 | 2092 | 1012 | 1845 | 2044 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | glassy | cross-off | glassy | glassy | cross | glassy | glassy | cross | glassy |
High Tide | 00:54AM0.97m | 1:44PM1.20m | 2:41AM0.83m | 2:27PM1.18m | 3:33PM1.17m | 4:53PM1.18m | 9:23AM1.05m | 5:58PM1.23m | 9:15AM1.09m | 6:47PM1.29m | |||||||||
Low Tide | 6:27AM0.68m | 9:22PM0.72m | 6:05AM0.78m | 11:45PM0.63m | 00:46AM0.51m | 1:23AM0.40m | 12:45PM1.00m | 1:54AM0.30m | 1:25PM0.95m | 2:22AM0.22m | |||||||||
— | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | |
— | — | 7:44 | — | — | 7:43 | — | — | 7:43 | — | — | 7:43 | — | — | 7:42 | — | — | 7:42 | — | |
mm | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 | — | 2 | 1 | — | 2 | — | — | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 3 |
Temp °C | 27 | 32 | 31 | 28 | 31 | 31 | 28 | 31 | 31 | 27 | 31 | 31 | 28 | 32 | 31 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 28 |
Feels °C | 32 | 35 | 35 | 33 | 35 | 35 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 33 | 35 | 36 | 34 | 36 | 35 | 35 | 35 | 36 | 34 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 11 | WSW 11 | WSW 11 | WSW 11 | WSW 11 | SSW 21 | SW 21 | SW 19 | SSW 19 |
765 | 823 | 739 | 693 | 649 | 521 | 337 | 361 | 373 | 341 | 283 | 234 | 161 | 138 | 135 | 2092 | 1012 | 1845 | 2044 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 9 | WSW 9 | S 8 | W 8 | S 13 | S 11 | SW 11 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SSW 24 | SW 23 | W 11 | WSW 11 | W 11 | W 10 |
83 | 70 | 66 | 49 | 82 | 56 | 209 | 272 | 284 | 200 | 172 | 175 | 136 | 704 | 425 | 154 | 91 | 116 | 108 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 12 | S 9 | WSW 9 | S 8 | W 8 | SSE 13 | S 11 | S 13 | S 13 | WNW 5 | WNW 6 | SW 26 | SW 24 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SW 12 | SSW 12 | S 12 |
71 | 53 | 58 | 43 | 20 | 60 | 59 | 86 | 84 | 8 | 10 | 329 | 275 | 109 | 101 | 98 | 69 | 54 | 80 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | N 9 | N 9 | WNW 8 | NNW 4 | NW 4 | NW 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | 6 | 1 | 23 | 5 | 3 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 18 | 32 | 18 | 18 | 32 | 27 | 18 | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 30 | 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.
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