Is May a good time for surfing at Ollie's Point – Potrero Grande?
May is one of the best months for surfing at Ollie's Point – Potrero Grande. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.3 m, water 30°C (no wetsuit), air 33°C.
Plan your trip to Ollie's Point – Potrero GrandeEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1.3 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 30°C, no wetsuit
- Air: 33°C by day, 26°C at night
- Weather: 30 sunny days, 25 rainy days
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
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Is May a good time for surfing at Ollie's Point – Potrero Grande?
May is one of the best months for surfing at Ollie's Point – Potrero Grande. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.3 m, water 30°C (no wetsuit), air 33°C.
How warm is the water at Ollie's Point – Potrero Grande in May?
About 30°C: no wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Ollie's Point – Potrero Grande in May?
About 1.3 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Ollie's Point – Potrero Grande in May?
Around 33°C by day and 26°C at night, with about 30 sunny and 25 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in May?
Within 1,500 km: Puerto Escondido – Zicatela (1.7 m waves), Salina Cruz (1.6 m waves) & Barra de la Cruz (1.7 m waves).
