San Diego (Salina Cruz)
San Diego is a remote right point in the Salina Cruz corridor, offering long rides away from the more accessible spots. The wave requires effort to reach but rewards with uncrowded lineups and quality walls that peel for extended distances when south swells light up the coast.
Today's Conditions
Location & Conditions
Tide Times
Strike Score Breakdown
Location & Conditions
Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- S (175°)
- Direction range
- 160° - 190°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 2.4m
- Ideal size
- 1.9m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 15s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NNE (22°)
- Offshore range
- 0° - 45°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
2/10
👥 Semana Santa (Mar 30 – Apr 10) — expect extra crowds
Access: Remote part of Salina Cruz corridor.
Best Season
Peak: May-Oct
Secondary: Apr, Nov
Summer south swells. Remote Salina Cruz corridor.
Getting There
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