San Agustinillo
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Beginner
- Skill Level
- Chop, Ocean
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
San Agustinillo is a beach-break surf spot with a sandy bottom and rock features concentrated near the eastern and western ends. Multiple sources describe the break as very consistent, with working swells starting around 1.5–2 m and the wave holding up to roughly 4 m before closing out. Typical ride lengths are generally 50 to 150 meters, making it a steady place to practice progression. For technique and comfort, there’s a clear “section” story: the western corner near the rocks is described as more sheltered and calmer for beginners, while the central and eastern sections can offer more power and size for developing intermediates. The surf is described as A-frame and can produce both lefts and rights; one source specifically calls out right/left availability. Wind can noticeably change the feel of the water. Offshore winds from the north (and north/northeast) are described as helping groom the waves, while southerly winds may add chop. Conditions are also often described as cleanest in the morning, before sea-breeze effects build later. Safety is the main constraint: the beach includes rocks and has current hazards such as rips/undertow (and rip currents during larger south swells). One source also notes sharks. Local tips emphasize watching for rips/undertow and using the more sheltered western corner when learning.
- Very consistent surf (described as 150 days/year).
- Warm water year-round (approximately 26–30°C).
- Beginner-friendly learning area on the western corner near the rocks.
- Very consistent beach-break surf with typical ride lengths of 50–150 meters.
- Warm water year-round (roughly 26–30°C).
- Described as having fewer surfers (weekday and weekend crowds both indicated as few).
- Beginner-friendly options: the western part of the beach is described as calmer/protected by rocks.
- Hazards include rocks and strong currents such as rips/undertow (and sharks noted by one source).
- Conditions can become choppier with southerly winds; wind reliability is described as low by one provider.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N
- Offshore directions
- N
- Wind Range
- 4–7 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — Provider data conflicts with another source: one describes trade winds; another describes sea-breeze winds.
- Reliability
- fairly consistent (trade-wind source); low reliability (sea-breeze source)
- Gust Factor
- Steady — Both sources describe steady gust behavior.
- Best Months
- May
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop, Ocean
- Beach
- Sand — Sandy beach with rock formations at the ends.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Another source describes medium-sized waves; working size starts around 1.5–2 m.
- Chop Level
- Moderate chop — Another provider describes chop; southerly winds can increase chop.
- Launch
- Small — Instant access (<5 min) from road to beach; also described as a wide sandy beach with multiple entry sections.
Through the year
Few surfers year-round; peak crowds during Christmas, New Year, and Easter (Semana Santa).
June to October
By sport
What to expect for each.
A-frame beach break with sandy bottom and rocks. The beach offers consistent, rideable waves, with the western side described as more sheltered/mellow for learners and the central/eastern sections offering more power for intermediates. Hazards include rips/undertow and rocks at the beach ends.
- Optimal Swell
- S, SSW, SW
- Swell Height
- 1.5–4 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid — Provider data conflicts: one source says high tide; another says mid tide.
- Shelter
- Exposed — One provider describes exposed conditions; another describes semi-sheltered conditions (western end protected by rocks).
- Wind Effect
- Offshore winds from the north/northeast help groom the waves; southerly winds can make it choppy.
- Bigger Swell
- Can hold swells up to 4 meters before closing out; one source additionally mentions holding up to 12 ft+ / 4 m+ before closing out.
- Wave Quality
- Good
- Wave Power
- Powerful — One source describes powerful waves; another describes moderate wave power.
- Wave Shape
- Mixed
- Peel Speed
- Fast — Conflicts with another provider that describes medium peel speed; offshore-wind conditions can affect how quickly the wave sets up.
- Ride Length
- Medium — Normal rides typically range from 50 to 150 meters.
- Typical Ride Length
- 50–150 m
- Ride Length Details
- Normal rides typically range from 50 to 150 meters; one source also notes 50–150m and mentions 50–150m ride lengths explicitly.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for San Agustinillo in the full forecast view.
San Agustinillo wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 1–7 ktsGusts 17 kts
- Direction
- SW217°
- Strongest day
- Mon, Oct 267 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 1.2–1.5 m11s period
- Temperature
- 23–32 °C
Over the next 7 days, San Agustinillo is forecast for daytime winds of 1–7 kts, peaking around 7 kts on Monday, October 26 with gusts to 17 kts. The prevailing direction is SW. Waves run 1.2–1.5 m with a period of about 11s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
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
- rocks
- rips
- undertow
- sharks
- rip currents during large swells
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Provider data conflicts: one source says none; another says seasonal lifeguards.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — Rescue availability is given as no for surf-rescues; regional context notes limited rescue services and lifeguards on main beaches during high season.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest major medical facilities are in Huatulco or Pochutla (provider data varies); one source cites a nearest hospital in Puerto Escondido (~30 km). Emergency number in the regional context: 911.
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild — Described as mild localism.
Rules of the spot
- Beware of sharks.
- Watch for rips and undertow.
- Rocky areas present.
- Head to the western corner near the rocks for more mellow waves if you are learning.
- The morning usually offers the cleanest conditions before the sea breeze kicks in.
- Head to the western corner near the rocks for more mellow waves if you are learning.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Mazunte
- Nearest Town
- Mazunte
- Nearest Airport
- Huatulco International Airport (HUX) (~50 km)
- Parking
- Parking available near the beach; limited street parking is available along the main road running parallel to the beach.
- Access
- Take a car; walking distance is instant (<5 min) from the road to the beach.
- Local Language
- Spanish
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Numerous boutique hotels, eco-cabanas, and guesthouses located directly on or near the beach.
- Food & Drink
- Beachfront palapa restaurants and small cafes serving local seafood and international cuisine.
- Equipment Rental:
- Surfboards can be rented from several shops and schools along the beach.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
An eco-conscious Oaxaca coastline around Mazunte and San Agustinillo, with strong nature activities and marine wildlife focus alongside beach time.
Boat tours departing from San Agustinillo and Mazunte during winter months.
Golden sand beaches with easy walking and views of surfers.
Eco-tours of local mangroves and crocodile sanctuary.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at San Agustinillo?
The best overall months at San Agustinillo are May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. The best wind months are May.
Which wind directions work at San Agustinillo?
San Agustinillo works with N winds. Offshore directions are N.
What skill level is San Agustinillo suitable for?
San Agustinillo suits these riding levels: Surfing: Beginner.