Surf Forecasts:
Tijuana Sloughs surf forecast from 19 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 20 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 15s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 19 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 16s period, SSW swell with 387 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 20 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 15s period with SSW 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 Thursday (Aug 20) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 7s. 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 Wednesday (Aug 19) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2AM (Thu 20th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 15s |
| Best Surf | 2AM (Thu 20th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 15s |
| Most Powerful | 2PM (Wed 19th Aug) | 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 have a look at what's on the cards for the Tijuana Sloughs.
Right off the bat, the next week is looking pretty flat and uninspiring. We've got a super long period SSW groundswell pushing in, with periods hitting 16 seconds, but it's tiny – only 2ft on Tuesday afternoon. That long period means the waves will be fat and grovelly, and with a cross-onshore breeze it's just going to be a choppy mess. The combined swell energy is moderate (443), but it doesn’t matter when the height is that small.
Honestly, we’re looking at an 11-day stretch where there’s not a single decent session on offer. The morning of Wednesday the 20th through to the afternoon of Friday the 30th is all marginal to poor surf. The swell stays puny, mostly under 3ft, and while the wind is often light and onshore, it’s just not enough to make anything worthwhile. It’s a real blank run for the area.
The first real glimmer of hope shows up on the morning of Saturday the 31st of August. The swell finally bumps up to 4ft from the SSW, with a moderate energy reading (849) and a clean, 17-second period. The wind is light and onshore, so conditions should be clean and glassy. It’s still not a standout, more of a “if you’re desperate” session.
The standout window, and the only one worth getting a little excited about, arrives on the afternoon of Saturday, the 31st of August. We’re looking at 4ft of SSW groundswell, with a good 16-second period. The combined energy jumps up nicely (887), and with light onshore winds, it should be clean. This is the best size and energy of the whole 16-day run. It’s not a monster, but for a long-period swell at a river mouth, it’ll line up alright for the experts. The water temp is around 70°, pretty average for this time of year.
The following morning, Sunday the 1st of September, still offers a solid 4ft from the SSW, with moderate energy (629), so there’s a little follow-up. After that, the swell fades back down into the small stuff heading into the start of September.
So, for the next couple of weeks, it’s mostly a waiting game. The only session that has any real punch is that 4ft SSW groundswell on the afternoon of Saturday, the 31st of August. That’s your best bet, but don’t expect perfection.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Wed morning, min 21°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Fri afternoon, min 23°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Tue 18 | Wednesday 19 | Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | ||||||||||||||
PM | 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 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SW 18 | SSW 14 | SSW 15 | SW 19 | SW 18 | SSW 14 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 17 |
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240 | 275 | 382 | 310 | 242 | 236 | 264 | 166 | 154 | 154 | 98 | 112 | 239 | 222 | 217 | 197 | 276 | 246 | 173 | 270 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | on | glassy | on | on | glassy | on | on | cross-on | on | cross | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 3:01AM0.88m | 2:37PM1.41m | 3:56PM1.38m | 8:31AM0.99m | 5:20PM1.41m | 8:28AM1.06m | 6:22PM1.50m | 8:39AM1.12m | 7:09PM1.60m | 8:53AM1.18m | 7:46PM1.70m | |||||||||
Low Tide | 8:58PM0.48m | 7:03AM0.76m | 10:51PM0.45m | 00:24AM0.34m | 9:59AM1.01m | 1:16AM0.22m | 12:02PM0.98m | 1:53AM0.12m | 12:57PM0.88m | 2:23AM0.03m | 1:35PM0.77m | 2:49AM-0.02m | ||||||||
— | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | |
7:30 | — | — | 7:29 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:25 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:23 | — | — | 7:22 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 24 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 25 |
Feels °C | 24 | 24 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 27 | 26 | 26 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 7 | WNW 6 | WNW 7 | WNW 7 | WNW 7 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | WNW 7 | SSW 14 | SSW 15 | WNW 6 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SW 18 | SSW 14 | WNW 6 |
89 | 70 | 77 | 79 | 51 | 236 | 264 | 166 | 154 | 154 | 98 | 40 | 239 | 222 | 41 | 181 | 276 | 246 | 154 | 45 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | W 6 | W 6 | W 7 | WNW 7 | W 7 | WNW 7 | SSW 13 | WNW 7 | W 6 | SSW 13 | WNW 6 | SW 18 | W 6 | WNW 6 | SW 17 |
240 | 275 | 382 | 310 | 242 | 29 | 28 | 26 | 16 | 24 | 15 | 90 | 36 | 22 | 98 | 29 | 255 | 22 | 26 | 270 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 13 | SW 20 | SW 20 | WNW 14 | WNW 14 | WNW 12 | WNW 13 | WNW 12 | WNW 12 | WNW 11 | WNW 11 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 19 | SW 19 | SW 18 | W 5 | S 14 | SW 17 | S 13 |
114 | 15 | 16 | 20 | 18 | 31 | 32 | 46 | 46 | 41 | 40 | 112 | 113 | 131 | 217 | 197 | 20 | 107 | 173 | 128 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | WNW 6 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 64 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 16 | 16 | 16 | 297 | 0 | 32 | 16 | 0 | 16 | 16 | 0 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 18 | 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.











