Surf Forecasts:
Quimixto surf forecast from 20 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 23 Aug, 6AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 14s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 22 Aug, 6AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 16s period, SSW swell with 475 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 20 Aug, 6AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 14s 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 (Aug 20) at 6AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 10s. Another secondary swell of 0.4m and 3s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Quimixto in the next 16 days are 1.0m 16s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 22) at 6AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (CST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 6AM (Thu 20th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 6AM (Sun 23rd Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 6AM (Sat 22nd Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Quimixto over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get into what’s shaping up for the next couple of weeks.
We’re looking at a solid stretch of surf coming our way, with a bit of a slow start but a real ramp-up in the second week. The main event is definitely Quimixto, and it’s going to be a ripper. The water temp is sitting at 89°F, which is much warmer than usual for this time of year, so you’ll be in for a warm one.
The first real session to get excited about is Thursday morning, the 20th of August. The wind is glassy, coming from the NNE at just 3 mph, and the swell is a clean 3 ft from the SSW with a nice 14-second period. That’s a groundswell with some good energy. The combined energy is moderate (347). It’s a beginner-friendly spot, so it’s a great time to get out there.
Friday morning the 21st is another glassy one, with a calm wind and a 2 ft swell from the SW. The period is 13 seconds, and the energy is moderate (327). It’s clean, but the swell is a little smaller.
Saturday morning the 22nd has a glassy start with a 2 ft swell from the SSW, but the period is a very long 16 seconds. That long period means the waves will be more powerful and have longer gaps between sets. The combined energy is moderate (422). It’s a small wave, but the quality should be there.
Sunday morning the 23rd is a standout. It’s calm, glassy with a 3 ft swell from the SSW, a 14-second period, and a big jump in energy to 622 (moderate). This is a great morning for a clean, user-friendly session.
Now, the real fireworks start next week. Monday morning the 24th is glassy with a 2 ft swell from the SW and a 17-second period – that’s a very long period groundswell, which will be running really nicely at this reef break. The energy is moderate (538).
But the best of the best? Look at Friday the 28th of August. The morning session is glassy, with a 4 ft swell from the SSW and a 17-second period. The combined energy jumps to 984 (strong). That’s a solid, clean, powerful wave.
Saturday the 29th of August morning is the absolute peak for experienced surfers. The wind is glassy, the swell is 6 ft from the SSW, period of 16 seconds, and the energy is a massive 1566 (strong). This is getting into the “experts only” territory, but it’s going to be firing. The afternoon is a bit onshore, but the morning is a must-session for anyone who can handle it.
Sunday the 30th of August mornings are still excellent, with a glassy 5 ft SSW swell, but it’s a touch smaller. The energy is still strong at 946.
Then we get into September. Tuesday the 1st of September has a glassy morning with a 6 ft SSW swell, 11-second period, and strong energy (968). The afternoon has a clean offshore wind.
Wednesday the 2nd of September is another big one. The morning is glassy with a 8 ft SW swell and a 12-second period. The energy is a massive 1988 (very strong). This is big, powerful, and for experts only. The afternoon is glassy again with a 8 ft swell. This is a serious swell event.
Thursday the 3rd of September sees the swell back down to 5 ft from the SW, but the period drops to 9 seconds, so it’s a bit more of a windswell. Still very good conditions in the morning, though.
The long-range stuff for the end of the first week of September is looking promising, but let’s be real, it’s a long way out. The forecast confidence is lower, but the models are hinting at some serious size. Keep an eye on it.
The only real quiet spot is the very beginning, but it’s not a dead run. The forecast is optimistic, and it’s looking like we’ll have a good run of solid, clean surf.
So, to sum it up: the absolute standout is the Saturday the 29th of August morning session for the experienced crew, and the Friday the 28th of August morning for the strong, clean groundswell. For the everyday surfer, the Sunday the 23rd of August morning is a beauty. This is a great run. Get out there.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 21mm), heaviest during Thu night. Warm (max 32°C on Thu afternoon, min 26°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 34mm), heaviest during Sat night. Warm (max 31°C on Sun morning, min 25°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 16 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 |
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437 | 357 | 290 | 229 | 219 | 172 | 191 | 261 | 201 | 225 | 384 | 293 | 257 | 327 | 305 | 395 | 410 | 211 | 261 | 367 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross | glassy | cross-on | glassy | glassy | cross | glassy | glassy | cross-off | cross | glassy | cross | glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off |
High Tide | 12:02PM1.16m | 10:53AM1.11m | 9:42AM1.10m | 5:48PM1.14m | 9:09AM1.12m | 6:45PM1.23m | 9:04AM1.16m | 7:24PM1.34m | 9:10AM1.21m | 7:58PM1.42m | ||||||||||
Low Tide | 10:13PM0.66m | 00:51AM0.55m | 1:22AM0.43m | 1:36PM1.01m | 1:47AM0.33m | 1:42PM0.93m | 2:09AM0.24m | 1:57PM0.84m | 2:30AM0.18m | 2:16PM0.75m | 2:52AM0.14m | |||||||||
— | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | |
7:28 | — | — | 7:27 | — | — | 7:25 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:23 | — | — | 7:22 | — | |
mm | 1 | — | — | 1 | 12 | 2 | 2 | 3 | — | 4 | 26 | — | 3 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 4 | 6 |
Temp °C | 31 | 27 | 31 | 32 | 28 | 31 | 30 | 27 | 31 | 30 | 27 | 31 | 30 | 27 | 30 | 30 | 27 | 31 | 30 | 27 |
Feels °C | 35 | 32 | 35 | 36 | 34 | 35 | 35 | 32 | 35 | 34 | 32 | 34 | 35 | 33 | 33 | 34 | 32 | 36 | 35 | 33 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SW 16 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 |
437 | 357 | 290 | 229 | 219 | 172 | 191 | 261 | 156 | 225 | 384 | 293 | 257 | 249 | 189 | 395 | 410 | 211 | 261 | 367 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 9 | NW 7 | S 10 | S 10 | S 10 | S 10 | S 10 | S 10 | SSW 16 | S 11 | S 11 | SW 18 | S 10 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | S 11 |
28 | 17 | 30 | 30 | 47 | 50 | 69 | 70 | 201 | 83 | 82 | 255 | 98 | 327 | 305 | 155 | 113 | 111 | 78 | 62 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 8 | S 10 | NW 8 | SSW 18 | SW 19 | SSW 16 | NW 9 | SW 18 | S 10 | SSW 16 | SW 19 | S 10 | SW 18 | S 9 | S 8 | S 8 | SSE 10 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 7 |
1 | 30 | 24 | 31 | 92 | 105 | 12 | 152 | 65 | 86 | 184 | 74 | 255 | 60 | 44 | 29 | 31 | 12 | 17 | 16 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 12 | NNW 3 | NW 3 | NW 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | WNW 6 | NW 3 | — | WNW 4 | — |
37 | 4 | 3 | 27 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 27 | 27 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 238 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 28 | 18 | 27 | 28 | 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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