San Miguel
San Miguel is the birthplace of Mexican surf culture, a long right point that has been drawing surfers south of the border since the 1960s. The wave offers hollow, tapered rights that have been compared to a colder version of Rincon or Trestles. When winter NW swells light it up, the point comes alive with long walls and workable sections that reward both tube riding and power surfing. Its accessibility from Tijuana makes it the gateway wave to Baja surf exploration.
San Miguel surf forecast
Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- WNW (290°)
- Direction range
- 270° - 310°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 3.6m
- Ideal size
- 2.3m - 3m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 15s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 120°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
Water temp
17°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
7/10
Access: Easy access from highway. Parking at the point.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at San Miguel?
The San Miguel profile favors mid to high tide. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at San Miguel?
The San Miguel profile uses wind from E (90°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 60° to 120°. 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 San Miguel?
The San Miguel scoring profile favors swell from WNW (270° to 310°), a swell-height range of 1.2m to 3.6m, and a reference period of 15s. 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 San Miguel?
The main season at San Miguel is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Oct, Apr. Winter NW swells. Best October-April.
How do I get to San Miguel?
The spot profile lists TIJ as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 90 minutes. Easy access from highway. Parking at the point.
What kind of wave is San Miguel?
San Miguel 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. Best October-April.
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