Is August a good time for surfing at Salina Cruz?
August is one of the best months for surfing at Salina Cruz. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.5 m, water 30°C (no wetsuit), air 36°C.
Plan your trip to Salina CruzEvery 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: 1.5 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 30°C, no wetsuit
- Air: 36°C by day, 26°C at night
- Weather: 31 sunny days, 14 rainy days
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
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Is August a good time for surfing at Salina Cruz?
August is one of the best months for surfing at Salina Cruz. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.5 m, water 30°C (no wetsuit), air 36°C.
How warm is the water at Salina Cruz in August?
About 30°C: no wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Salina Cruz in August?
About 1.5 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Salina Cruz in August?
Around 36°C by day and 26°C at night, with about 31 sunny and 14 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in August?
Within 1,500 km: Ollie's Point – Potrero Grande (1.4 m waves), Barra de la Cruz (1.6 m waves) & Punta de Mita – La Lancha (1 m waves).
