Is April a good time for surfing at El Tunco?

April is a good month for surfing at El Tunco (best: May–June, August–October). Waves 1.3 m, water 30°C (no wetsuit), air 32°C.

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Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026

In short

  • Waves: 1.3 m on average (daily maximum)
  • Water: 30°C, no wetsuit
  • Air: 32°C by day, 25°C at night
  • Weather: 30 sunny days, 17 rainy days

Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).

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Other spots for surfing in April

Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.

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Schools and camps near El Tunco

  • Roca Sunzal Surf Resort 0.1 km
  • Tortuga Surf Lodge 0.1 km
  • Dylan's Surf Inn 0.1 km
  • LayBack Surf Hostel 0.1 km
  • Hostal Pacific surf 0.3 km
  • Papaya Surf Lodge 0.3 km
  • and 2 more on the spot page

Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.

Questions

Is April a good time for surfing at El Tunco?

April is a good month for surfing at El Tunco (best: May–June, August–October). Waves 1.3 m, water 30°C (no wetsuit), air 32°C.

How warm is the water at El Tunco in April?

About 30°C: no wetsuit.

How big are the waves at El Tunco in April?

About 1.3 m on average (daily maximum).

What is the weather like at El Tunco in April?

Around 32°C by day and 25°C at night, with about 30 sunny and 17 rainy days.

Where else can I go surfing in April?

Within 1,500 km: Ollie's Point – Potrero Grande (1.4 m waves), Salina Cruz (1.5 m waves) & Barra de la Cruz (1.6 m waves).

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