Ahijedero (Tecomán)
- Shortboard, Advanced riders
- Best for
- Advanced
- Skill Level
- Ocean
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Ahijedero (Tecomán) is an exposed sand beach break on the Pacific coast of Colima, known for consistent surf that can work at any time of the year. The waves are described as very powerful and hollow, with conditions most often aligning with south to southwest swell energy and clean winds. Wind-wise, the spot favors light offshore flow from the north to northeast. Early in the day, winds can be more manageable, but the onshore sea-breeze pattern typically strengthens by mid-afternoon—so conditions are generally best in the morning before the wind turns more onshore and chop the face. For wave character, sources describe heavy, hollow peaks and fast, short-to-medium rides that frequently end in heavy shorebreak. The setup is also sensitive to swell size: while it can handle significant size, on very large Pacific swells the wave can close out and become extremely dangerous. From a safety perspective, the biggest concerns highlighted are heavy shorebreak and strong rip currents/powerful undertow, along with stingray risk and a remote feel. There is no lifeguard presence reported at the spot, so riders should be self-sufficient and prioritize early-morning sessions when the wind is most favorable.
- Exposed, consistent beach-break surf
- Best quality surf reported in November
- Clean morning winds can keep waves open; afternoon onshore flow can chop quickly
- Very powerful, hollow wave shapes with heavy shorebreak
- Exposed beach break with quite consistent surf and can work year-round
- Powerful, hollow peaks suitable for high-performance surfing
- Best quality conditions reported around November
- Very exposed setup to Pacific swells and onshore wind
- Strong rip currents and powerful undertow
- Heavy shorebreak and risk of closing out on large swell
- No lifeguards or formal rescue presence at the spot
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- NNE, NE
- Offshore directions
- N, NNE, NE
- No-go directions
- S, SW, SSW
- Wind Range
- 5–15 kts
- Wind Type
- Sea breeze — Northeast to easterly winds that behave like sea-breeze/afternoon onshore flow; early winds can be lighter offshore before becoming more onshore.
- Reliability
- low
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts — Gusts described as generally light.
- Best Months
- November, December, January, February
- Thermal Window
- Sea breeze · Afternoon · Months: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb · Dir: NNE, NE · Wind typically fills in during the afternoon (reported window about 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM). Early conditions can be lighter before onshore sea breezes strengthen mid-afternoon.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Ocean
- Beach
- Sand — Black volcanic sand.
- Beach Size
- Big
- Waves
- Big — Surf can be big and powerful; optimal working swell commonly cited as about 1.0–3.0 meters.
- Launch
- Big — Wide open beach with black volcanic sand.
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate
Through the year
Generally low crowds, primarily local surfers and occasional travelers.
June to October
By sport
What to expect for each.
An exposed, powerful beach break with hollow peaks that can hold significant size; best conditions tend to be with clean morning winds and S/SW-type swell.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- S, SW, W
- Swell Height
- 1–3 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid
- Shelter
- Exposed — Wide open beach with no meaningful shelter from swell or onshore wind.
- Wind Effect
- Best when light offshore winds come from the North or Northeast; afternoon cross/onshore winds can chop the waves quickly.
- Bigger Swell
- Can take significant Pacific swell, but on very large sets it tends to close out and becomes extremely dangerous.
- Wave Quality
- Good
- Wave Power
- Powerful — Very powerful surf with hollow shapes.
- Wave Shape
- Hollow — Hollow, heavy peaks are characteristic.
- Peel Speed
- Fast — Fast, hollow peaks.
- Ride Length
- Medium — Fast short-to-medium rides that often finish in heavy shorebreak.
- Ride Length Details
- Fast, short to medium rides that often end in a heavy shorebreak.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Ahijedero (Tecomán) in the full forecast view.
Ahijedero (Tecomán) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–8 ktsGusts 16 kts
- Direction
- S169°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 248 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 1.5–3.3 m10s period
- Temperature
- 24–31 °C
Over the next 7 days, Ahijedero (Tecomán) is forecast for daytime winds of 2–8 kts, peaking around 8 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 16 kts. The prevailing direction is S. Waves run 1.5–3.3 m with a period of about 10s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
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What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Heavy shorebreak
- Strong rip currents
- Powerful waves
- Stingrays
- Remote location
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — Rescue availability reported as none at the spot.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest major medical facilities are in Tecomán, approximately 15-20 minutes away.
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild
Rules of the spot
- Best surfed in the early morning before the onshore wind picks up.
- The beach has very hot black sand, so footwear is essential.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Tecomán
- Nearest Town
- Tecomán
- Parking
- Informal parking available along the beach access tracks.
- Access
- Accessible via unpaved roads off the main coastal highway near Boca de Pascuales.
- Cost Level
- Budget
- Local Language
- Spanish
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Limited options locally; most visitors stay in Tecomán or at basic surf camps in nearby areas.
- Food & Drink
- A few local enramadas (thatched-roof restaurants) may be found along the coast serving seafood.
- Equipment Rental:
- No dedicated rental shops are reported on-site; bring your own gear.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Ahijedero (Tecomán)?
The best overall months at Ahijedero (Tecomán) are November. The best wind months are November, December, January, February.
Which wind directions work at Ahijedero (Tecomán)?
Ahijedero (Tecomán) works with NNE, NE winds. Offshore directions are N, NNE, NE. No-go directions are S, SW, SSW.
What skill level is Ahijedero (Tecomán) suitable for?
Ahijedero (Tecomán) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Advanced.