
Surf Forecasts:
Tijuana Sloughs surf forecast from 11 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 15 Sep, 5AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 17s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 17 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 16s period, SSW swell with 402 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 15 Sep, 5AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 17s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Tijuana Sloughs this week:
The surf forecast for Tijuana Sloughs over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 15) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 17s period with a secondary swell of 0.9m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Tijuana Sloughs in the next 16 days are 0.9m 16s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Sep 17) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 10s period and expected on Thursday (Sep 17) at 2AM.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Tue 15th Sep) | 2ft (0.6m) 17s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Tue 15th Sep) | 2ft (0.6m) 17s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Thu 17th Sep) | 3ft (0.9m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Tijuana Sloughs over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's take a long look at the surf outlook for Tijuana Sloughs.
Right off the bat, it's a bit of a struggle. We're looking at a solid 16-day run, but honestly, most of it’s going to be pretty average. The conditions are just fighting us. There’s no one epic swell to get excited about, just a lot of marginal days where the wind messes up what could be decent waves.
The best bet in the whole forecast is Sunday, September 20th. We’ve got a solid SW groundswell rolling in at 3 ft, and that combined swell energy is really pumping at a strong 708 (moderate-to-strong wave energy). The wind is a light breeze cross-on, so it’ll be a little bumpy but still workable for a river mouth on an exposed setup. It's an advanced spot, so you'll need your wits about you, but this is the cleanest window we get. The 22nd of September has a touch more size (4 ft) and even higher energy at 810, but the wind is from the SSW at 15 km/h making it pretty choppy, so that Sunday morning is your real standout.
A bit earlier, Monday, September 14th has the biggest surf at 5 ft from the WNW, but it’s light cross-on wind and marked as marginal—it might be too fat and bumpy to be enjoyable. The 19th of September also shows some energy (624 score) with 3 ft SW swell, but again, that cross-on wind holds it back from being a classic.
The water temp sits at a toasty 73°F which is much warmer than normal for this time of year, so you won’t need a thick suit.
For the rest of the second week, from the 23rd through the 26th, it’s the same story: waist-high swell (2 ft to 3 ft) with onshore or cross-onshore breezes. Not a lot to get fired up about, but those later days on the 24th with a light onshore wind might offer a sneaky session for the patient surfer.
Overall, pick your window, keep expectations low, and you might get a few. There’s no screaming swell on the horizon, just manageable stuff if you're keen.
Stay stoked,
Rusty
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Fri afternoon, min 21°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Mon afternoon, min 20°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | Sunday 13 | Monday 14 | Tuesday 15 | Wednesday 16 | Thursday 17 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SSW 13 | WNW 7 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 |
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459 | 314 | 355 | 248 | 208 | 155 | 132 | 140 | 248 | 315 | 222 | 190 | 206 | 157 | 159 | 176 | 268 | 402 | 215 | 272 | 239 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 10:01AM1.68m | 10:05PM1.73m | 10:30AM1.72m | 10:46PM1.56m | 10:59AM1.72m | 11:28PM1.37m | 11:26AM1.67m | 00:14AM1.18m | 11:53AM1.60m | 1:13AM1.00m | 12:22PM1.50m | 3:00AM0.88m | 1:01PM1.39m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 4:00PM0.17m | 4:16AM0.08m | 4:41PM0.15m | 4:41AM0.25m | 5:23PM0.17m | 5:04AM0.42m | 6:07PM0.23m | 5:24AM0.60m | 6:59PM0.31m | 5:36AM0.76m | 8:08PM0.40m | 5:20AM0.88m | 9:52PM0.43m | ||||||||
6:28 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | |
— | 7:00 | — | — | 6:59 | — | — | 6:57 | — | — | 6:55 | — | — | 6:54 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 25 | 26 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 24 | 22 |
Feels °C | 25 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 22 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | WNW 7 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | WNW 7 | WNW 7 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | W 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | W 8 | SW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 |
459 | 314 | 355 | 58 | 55 | 62 | 132 | 140 | 248 | 315 | 222 | 158 | 129 | 103 | 75 | 48 | 268 | 402 | 215 | 272 | 239 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SSW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | W 8 | S 10 | S 12 | S 12 | S 10 |
51 | 49 | 35 | 248 | 208 | 155 | 120 | 87 | 85 | 150 | 192 | 190 | 206 | 157 | 159 | 157 | 45 | 49 | 103 | 69 | 73 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 10 | WSW 13 | S 9 | S 10 | S 9 | S 8 | S 8 | SW 19 | SW 19 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SSW 20 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | S 11 | W 7 | S 9 | S 10 | SW 20 |
18 | 34 | 28 | 30 | 26 | 23 | 12 | 131 | 177 | 83 | 39 | 38 | 37 | 149 | 124 | 176 | 55 | 28 | 41 | 45 | 206 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | WNW 8 | WNW 3 | WNW 4 |
7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 34 | 4 | 10 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 156 | 32 | 18 | 34 | 16 | 16 | 34 | 16 | 34 | 36 | 16 | 32 | 156 | 16 | 12 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
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Information about the Tijuana Sloughs Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Tijuana Sloughs provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Tijuana Sloughs can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Tijuana Sloughs 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 (Tijuana Sloughs) 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 Tijuana Sloughs 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.
Tijuana Sloughs is 4 km (2 miles) from the city of Imperial Beach. If you plan a vacation in Baja Norte, look for hotels and other accommodation in Imperial Beach. Imperial Beach has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.










