Surf Forecasts:
Quimixto surf forecast from 1 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 2 Sep, 9AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 11s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 4 Sep, 9AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 16s period, SSW swell with 1,633 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 1 Sep, 6AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 13s 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 Tuesday (Sep 01) at 6AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 9s. 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 1.7m 16s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 04) at 9AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (CST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 6AM (Tue 1st Sep) | 3ft (0.9m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 9AM (Wed 2nd Sep) | 7ft (2.2m) 11s |
| Most Powerful | 9AM (Fri 4th Sep) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Quimixto over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, this is Rusty. Let’s talk about what’s coming up at Quimixto.
We’ve got a solid run of surf ahead, but it’s a tale of two weeks. The first week really has the juice, especially for the more experienced crew. The second week tapers off into smaller, cleaner but more mellow conditions, but still plenty of fun for the beginners.
The standout period is all about Wednesday the 2nd and Thursday the 3rd. On Wednesday morning, we’re looking at a 7ft SSW swell with a solid 11-second period, and the wind is glassy. That’s excellent surf, but at that size, it’s for experienced surfers only. The combined energy is pumping at 1571 (moderate to strong). The swell direction is from the SSW, which is spot on for Quimixto’s optimum, and the water temp is about average for the time of year. The afternoon sees a bit more size at 8ft, and the wind shifts to a light cross-offshore, keeping it clean. Thursday the 3rd is another beauty: a 4ft morning swell but with a very long 18-second period, glassy conditions, and combined energy of 1580. That long period groundswell will wrap in beautifully at this reef break, giving you long, lined-up waves, though the sets will be a bit more spaced out. The afternoon keeps it clean with a 5ft swell and light cross-off wind.
Friday the 4th morning is still a good option for the more advanced, with a 6ft SSW swell and a 16-second period, glassy winds, and strong energy (2123). The afternoon turns a bit onshore, so morning is the call.
The weekend gets a little smaller and more mixed. Saturday is a write-off with onshore winds and marginal conditions. Sunday the 6th morning is back to glassy, with a 5ft SSW swell and a 15-second period, giving you very good surf conditions. The energy is still moderate (1142). It’s a good option for the intermediate crowd.
From Monday the 7th onward, the surf drops. We’ve got a long stretch of smaller, cleaner waves, perfect for beginners. The first half of the week sees 4ft to 3ft SSW swells with glassy or cross-offshore winds, making for nice, clean longboard sessions. There’s a gap in the middle of the second week where the swell gets really small, from about the 13th to the 14th, with only 2ft to 3ft waves. The best of that second week is Thursday the 10th morning, with a 4ft SW swell, 16-second period, and glassy conditions.
Overall, if you’re an experienced surfer, don’t miss Wednesday the 2nd and Thursday the 3rd. For everyone else, the first half of the first week and the glassy mornings of the second week are your best bet.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 25mm), heaviest during Tue night. Warm (max 32°C on Wed morning, min 25°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 24mm), heaviest during Sun afternoon. Warm (max 31°C on Sat morning, min 26°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | Thursday 3 | Friday 4 | Saturday 5 | Sunday 6 | ||||||||||||||
Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | S 9 | SSW 10 | SSW 11 | SSW 11 | SSW 10 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 |
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304 | 261 | 288 | 884 | 1176 | 1382 | 908 | 905 | 1111 | 1533 | 1633 | 1390 | 1356 | 1273 | 1027 | 818 | 818 | 752 | 508 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | glassy | glassy | cross | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | glassy | glassy | on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | glassy | cross | cross-on |
High Tide | 11:15PM1.20m | 11:09AM1.44m | 11:58PM1.03m | 11:33AM1.40m | 1:08AM0.86m | 12:00PM1.33m | 12:41PM1.24m | 9:59AM1.12m | 4:10PM1.18m | 8:35AM1.16m | 6:04PM1.27m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 4:52AM0.55m | 5:55PM0.40m | 5:03AM0.67m | 6:52PM0.46m | 4:51AM0.77m | 8:45PM0.52m | 11:50PM0.43m | 12:06PM1.11m | 00:53AM0.28m | 1:03PM0.97m | 1:33AM0.17m | ||||||||
— | 6:45 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:46 | — | — | |
— | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:14 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:12 | — | |
mm | 3 | — | 8 | 11 | — | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 10 | — | 2 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 9 |
Temp °C | 27 | 31 | 30 | 26 | 32 | 30 | 27 | 29 | 31 | 28 | 30 | 29 | 28 | 31 | 30 | 28 | 31 | 30 | 27 |
Feels °C | 32 | 34 | 35 | 31 | 35 | 34 | 32 | 33 | 35 | 34 | 34 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 35 | 34 | 35 | 35 | 32 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | S 9 | SSW 10 | SSW 11 | SSW 11 | SSW 10 | SW 10 | SW 10 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 |
304 | 261 | 288 | 884 | 1176 | 1382 | 908 | 625 | 717 | 1533 | 1633 | 1390 | 1356 | 1273 | 1027 | 818 | 818 | 752 | 508 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 9 | S 9 | SSW 13 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 10 | WSW 10 | WSW 10 | WSW 10 | WSW 11 | W 12 | W 11 | W 11 | W 10 | W 10 |
78 | 104 | 186 | 243 | 381 | 390 | 299 | 905 | 1111 | 450 | 490 | 427 | 360 | 422 | 456 | 332 | 272 | 320 | 247 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 18 | SW 8 | SW 18 | WSW 10 | W 9 | W 11 | SSW 19 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | — | — | — | S 12 | S 12 | S 12 | S 12 | WSW 9 | SSW 20 | SSW 19 |
84 | 35 | 152 | 18 | 14 | 36 | 231 | 50 | 81 | — | — | — | 25 | 11 | 12 | 3 | 52 | 39 | 37 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 29 | 18 | 18 | 32 | 18 | 0 | 29 | 18 |
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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.











