Best time to surf in Mexico
April to November for intermediate surfers, July to November for beginners, and June for the biggest waves. Month by month below, from 2 years of hourly wave and wind model data at 72 spots. Updated 3 November 2026.
| Month | Good days (intermediate) | Beginner days | Good days (advanced) | Typical waves | Water | Best region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5 | 13 | 2 | 0.7–1.1 m | 24 °C | Baja California |
| February | 3 | 10 | 2 | 0.8–1.2 m | 24 °C | Baja California |
| March | 3 | 11 | 2 | 0.9–1.3 m | 23 °C | Guerrero |
| April | 3 | 12 | 2 | 0.9–1.3 m | 24 °C | Guerrero |
| May | 2 | 10 | 3 | 1–1.4 m | 26 °C | Guerrero |
| June | 8 | 12 | 11 | 1–1.6 m | 27 °C | Oaxaca |
| July | 12 | 17 | 10 | 1–1.4 m | 28 °C | Oaxaca |
| August | 12 | 18 | 8 | 0.9–1.3 m | 29 °C | Oaxaca |
| September | 13 | 17 | 9 | 1–1.4 m | 29 °C | Guerrero |
| October | 10 | 17 | 7 | 1–1.4 m | 28 °C | Oaxaca |
| November | 7 | 18 | 3 | 0.9–1.3 m | 26 °C | Oaxaca |
| December | 5 | 12 | 2 | 0.8–1.2 m | 25 °C | Baja California |
Days per month at the best third of the spots for each level, rated the way the app rates them. Model data, not observations. Method.
By region
| Region | Intermediate | Beginners | Water |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oaxaca | April to November | July to August, October to November | 27–31 °C |
| Michoacan | April to November | August, October to November | 27–31 °C |
| Nayarit | June, August to September | June to September | 25–32 °C |
| Guerrero | April to November | April, July to August, October to November | 27–31 °C |
| Baja California Sur | April to September | September to November | 21–30 °C |
| Baja California | November to February | November to January | 15–21 °C |
| Sinaloa | May to September | August to September | 23–32 °C |
| Quintana Roo | October | October to December | 27–30 °C |
Questions
What is the best month to surf in Mexico?
September, with about 13 good days for an intermediate surfer at the best spots. The best run of months is April to November.
When is the best time to surf in Mexico for beginners?
July to November, when the beginner spots have the most days of small, clean waves.
When are the biggest waves in Mexico?
June has the biggest typical surf (about 1–1.6 m at the spots we follow). That is the season for experienced surfers.
Can you surf in Mexico in summer?
Yes: June to August still bring about 11 good days a month for intermediate surfers.
How warm is the water in Mexico?
About 23 °C in March (Springsuit 2 mm or vest) to 29 °C in August (Boardshorts / rash vest).
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