Sayulita
Mexico · Central America
Right now
OvercastWind and swell direction
Swell: 0.6m W
Wind: 9 km/h N (cross-offshore)
Beach faces: W
Cross-offshore wind. Still favourable, expect reasonably clean waves with some texture.
Swell is arriving at a great angle for this beach.
Today hour by hour
Updated 10:08Expected crowds
Prediction model v16amDawn patrol territory
7amMidweek quiet
Next 7 days
Forecast via Open-MeteoWhat to pack
- Small waves expected. Longboard or fish to make the most of it.
- Boardshorts weather. 27°C water.
Today's briefing
0.6m swell at 5s on a short period. Moderate winds. Water temperature 27°C.
AI-generated summary for Sayulita. Always check local reports before heading out.
Forecast accuracy at Sayulita
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Best time to go
No great windows in the next 2 days
Best available option is Today around 10am (score: 8). Conditions are below the Good threshold but may still be surfable.
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This week is looking above average for late April.
Comparing the 7-day forecast to the last 5 years of marine data for the same week at Sayulita.
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Last 3 days of logged conditions.
About Sayulita
Sayulita is a sheltered, right-hand point break situated in a cove along the Riviera Nayarit in Mexico. The bathymetry comprises an uneven mix of cobblestones and sandy patches that extend outward from the southern headland. Because the bay is recessed, it effectively filters raw south-westerly Pacific groundswells, significantly reducing their kinetic energy before they reach the primary surfing zone. An easterly offshore wind is optimal, blowing off the surrounding hills to maintain clean wave faces. The wave mechanics offer a soft, manageable take-off that transitions into a slow-peeling, workable wall, ideal for longboarding and fundamental manoeuvres. The breaking water dissipates gently rather than pitching violently, creating a low-consequence environment. However, the confined take-off zone over the cobblestones can become heavily congested, requiring basic spatial awareness and line-up etiquette. Due to the moderate wave velocity, the forgiving profile of the spilling lip, and the warm water, Sayulita is universally classified as an excellent venue for beginners learning board control and intermediate surfers refining their technique.
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How often is this page updated?
Current conditions refresh every 6 hours when the cron runs. Hourly data updates every 30 minutes. The 7-day forecast, luck factor, and packing notes are all pre-computed at the same time.
What is the luck factor?
We compare the 7-day forecast to the last 5 years of marine data for the same week at Sayulita. The delta tells you whether conditions are shaping up better, worse, or about the same as a typical late April.
How is 'best session' picked?
We score each day of the 7-day forecast using the same algorithm as the leaderboard, and highlight the highest scorer.
Where does the data come from?
Open-Meteo's Marine API (swell height, period, water temperature) and Weather API (wind and conditions).
Does the score capture local knowledge?
Honestly, no. Every break has tide windows, swell directions and reef contours that a global model cannot see. Treat the score as a starting point, then check a local cam.
When is the best time to surf Sayulita?
Check our timing score heatmap above for a week-by-week breakdown combining surf conditions with crowd pressure.