Puerto Arista
Puerto Arista is Mexico's southernmost Pacific surf zone, a beach break in Chiapas that catches summer swells heading toward Central America. The remote location and tropical climate create a unique surf experience far from the more developed Mexican coast, offering consistent waves for those willing to venture to the country's frontier.
Puerto Arista surf forecast
Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- S (180°)
- Direction range
- 165° - 195°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 2.4m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NNE (22°)
- Offshore range
- 0° - 45°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Water temp
29°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: Southernmost surf zone on Mexican Pacific.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Puerto Arista?
The Puerto Arista profile does not specify a preferred tide stage. That does not mean tide has no effect: check local conditions alongside swell and wind.
What wind direction is offshore at Puerto Arista?
The Puerto Arista profile uses wind from NNE (22°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 0° to 45°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Puerto Arista?
The Puerto Arista scoring profile favors swell from S (165° to 195°), a swell-height range of 0.9m to 2.4m, and a reference period of 14s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Puerto Arista?
The main season at Puerto Arista is May-Oct. A secondary window runs Apr, Nov. Summer swells. Southernmost Pacific surf zone.
How do I get to Puerto Arista?
The spot profile lists TAP as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 120 minutes. Southernmost surf zone on Mexican Pacific.
What kind of wave is Puerto Arista?
Puerto Arista is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: May-Oct
Secondary: Apr, Nov
Summer swells. Southernmost Pacific surf zone.
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