Punta San Jose
Punta San Jose is a remote point break south of Ensenada that offers a less crowded alternative to the more famous San Miguel. The wave delivers quality rights when winter swells push through, rewarding surfers who venture beyond the accessible spots.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- WNW (290°)
- Direction range
- 270° - 310°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.4m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 15s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 120°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
Water temp
17°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
3/10
👥 Summer Break (Jul 15 – Aug 31) — expect extra crowds
Access: Remote point break south of Ensenada.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Punta San Jose?
Punta San Jose works best on a mid tide. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Punta San Jose?
Offshore wind at Punta San Jose blows from the E (90°). Anything in the 60° to 120° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Punta San Jose?
Punta San Jose wants WNW swell (270° to 310°) between 0.9m and 3m, with a period of 15s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Punta San Jose?
The main season at Punta San Jose is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Oct, Apr. Winter NW swells. Less crowded alternative.
How do I get to Punta San Jose?
Fly into TIJ, then allow about 130 minutes by road. Remote point break south of Ensenada.
What kind of wave is Punta San Jose?
Punta San Jose is a point break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 6/10.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Oct, Apr
Winter NW swells. Less crowded alternative.
Getting There
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