Stone Island (Isla de la Piedra) surf forecast
Mazatlan · Sinaloa · Mexico
Sand peaks along the long beach of Isla de la Piedra, a short water-taxi ride across the harbour mouth from old Mazatlán. Small days suit beginners, and a summer south swell gives lefts and rights for all levels; the jetty end at the harbour entrance has a rockier, punchier wave.
- Break
- beach break, lefts and rights; faces SSW
- Level
- beginner
- Best swell
- SW, S, SSW
- Best wind
- NE, ENE, N (offshore)
- Best tide
- all tides
- Season
- May-October
- Typical size
- 0.5-2.5 m
- Crowd
- low
- Hazards
- rips; rocks near the jetty
Best time to surf Stone Island (Isla de la Piedra)
For intermediate surfers the best months are May to September: in September about 25 days have rideable waves and 5 rate good or better. Beginners find the friendliest waves in April to May, July to October. Experienced surfers looking for size and power: June, August to September. Local guides: May-October.
Water 23 °C in March to 32 °C in August: Springsuit 2 mm or vest in winter, Boardshorts / rash vest at the warmest.
| Month | Rideable days | Good days | Beginner days | Typical size | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.8 m | 23 °C |
| Feb | 4 | 1 | 11 | 0.9 m | 23 °C |
| Mar | 12 | 0 | 17 | 1.0 m | 23 °C |
| Apr | 16 | 0 | 24 | 1.1 m | 25 °C |
| May | 24 | 1 | 26 | 1.1 m | 28 °C |
| Jun | 23 | 0 | 16 | 1.3 m | 30 °C |
| Jul | 21 | 3 | 24 | 1.2 m | 32 °C |
| Aug | 25 | 5 | 25 | 1.1 m | 32 °C |
| Sep | 25 | 5 | 27 | 1.1 m | 32 °C |
| Oct | 17 | 3 | 21 | 1.3 m | 31 °C |
| Nov | 10 | 4 | 18 | 1.0 m | 27 °C |
| Dec | 3 | 0 | 7 | 0.9 m | 24 °C |
Days per month, typical of the last three years of wave and wind model data, rated with the same scale as the forecast. Not a forecast: some years are better than others.
More surf spots nearby: surf spots in Mazatlán.
Nearby spots
- Olas Altas, Mazatlan
- Los Pinos, Mazatlan
- Playa Bruja, Mazatlan
Questions
When is the best time to surf Stone Island (Isla de la Piedra)?
For intermediate surfers May to September; in September about 25 days a month have rideable waves and 5 are good or better. For beginners April to May, July to October. Local guides say: May-October.
What is the water temperature at Stone Island (Isla de la Piedra) and which wetsuit do I need?
The sea ranges from about 23 °C in March to 32 °C in August. Wear a Springsuit 2 mm or vest in the coldest months and a Boardshorts / rash vest in the warmest.
Is Stone Island (Isla de la Piedra) good for beginners?
Yes, on small days: it is a beach break that suits beginners. Watch out for: rips; rocks near the jetty. Take a lesson or surf near the lifeguards if you are new.
What swell, wind and tide work best at Stone Island (Isla de la Piedra)?
SW, S, SSW swell, NE, ENE, N wind (offshore), at all tides. Typical size 0.5-2.5 m.
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