Is October a good time for surfing at Playa Colorado?
October is one of the best months for surfing at Playa Colorado. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.3 m, water 29°C (no wetsuit), air 29°C.
Plan your trip to Playa ColoradoEvery 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: 29°C, no wetsuit
- Air: 29°C by day, 24°C at night
- Weather: 28 sunny days, 29 rainy days
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in October
Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
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Is October a good time for surfing at Playa Colorado?
October is one of the best months for surfing at Playa Colorado. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.3 m, water 29°C (no wetsuit), air 29°C.
How warm is the water at Playa Colorado in October?
About 29°C: no wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Playa Colorado in October?
About 1.3 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Playa Colorado in October?
Around 29°C by day and 24°C at night, with about 28 sunny and 29 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in October?
Within 1,500 km: Ollie's Point – Potrero Grande (1.3 m waves), Salina Cruz (1.6 m waves) & Playa Maderas (1.3 m waves).
