Cerritos
Cerritos is the go-to beginner and intermediate beach in the Todos Santos area, offering consistent, forgiving waves that are perfect for learning and progressing. The wide beach and mellow peaks make it ideal for surf lessons, and several surf schools operate here year-round. Even when other spots are too big or too small, Cerritos often has something rideable.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSW (200°)
- Direction range
- 180° - 220°
- Size range
- 0.6m - 1.8m
- Ideal size
- 1.1m - 1.5m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 13s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (0°)
- Offshore range
- 330° - 30°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Water temp
24°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
3/10
Crowd level
6/10
Access: Popular beach with surf schools and rentals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Cerritos?
Cerritos is a beach break in Todos Santos, Mexico, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Cerritos?
Cerritos picks up swell from the S round to the SW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SSW. That's a tight window, so it needs the swell direction to line up. It starts working at around 0.6m and handles up to about 1.8m, with the sweet spot around 1.1 to 1.5m. Period matters too: aim for 13s or longer, as anything under 10s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Cerritos?
A N wind is dead offshore at Cerritos, and anything from the NNW round to the NNE keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 11am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Cerritos?
Cerritos isn't especially fussy about tide and generally works through the cycle, so swell and wind matter more here. Big tides can still change how it breaks, so it's worth checking before you paddle out.
When is the best time of year to surf Cerritos?
The most reliable run of swell at Cerritos comes May to Oct. There's a second window in Nov to Apr too. Year-round waves. Consistent and forgiving.
How cold is the water at Cerritos?
The water at Cerritos averages around 24°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Cerritos good for beginners?
Yes, it's one of the friendlier waves around, rated 3/10 for difficulty. Expect a moderate crowd (6/10) when it's on. Generally safe beginner-friendly beach.
How do I get to Cerritos?
The nearest airport on our list is SJD, then it's roughly a one-hour drive. Popular beach with surf schools and rentals.
What other surf spots are near Cerritos?
The closest breaks we track are San Pedrito (11 km), La Pastora (15 km) and Costa Azul (The Rock) (56 km), handy when Cerritos isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: May-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Year-round waves. Consistent and forgiving.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
San Pedrito
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La Pastora
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Costa Azul (The Rock)
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