Tide conditions for Cabo Pulmo surf spots
Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur
Updated Refreshed hourly · Tide data refreshes every 30 minutes from NOAA stations.
A foot of tide swing can shut down one break and light up another in Cabo Pulmo. These 3 spots all respond differently - some need the low to expose the bar, others clean up on a rising mid.
Current Tide
Next High
11:00 PM
1.6 ft
NOAA tide data via Cached Tide Data
Tide Chart
7-Day Tide Schedule
| Day | High 1 | Low 1 | High 2 | Low 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 9:00 AM(3.8ft) | 3:00 AM(1.4ft) | 11:00 PM(1.7ft) | 5:00 PM(0.5ft) |
| Tomorrow | 10:00 AM(3.5ft) | 2:00 AM(1.5ft) | -- | 6:00 PM(0.9ft) |
| Sat, Oct 17 | 10:00 AM(3.1ft) | 10:00 PM(1.0ft) | -- | -- |
| Sun, Oct 18 | 9:00 AM(2.8ft) | 11:00 PM(0.7ft) | -- | -- |
| Mon, Oct 19 | 7:00 AM(2.7ft) | 12:00 PM(2.2ft) | 4:00 PM(2.5ft) | 11:00 PM(0.5ft) |
| Tue, Oct 20 | 6:00 AM(2.9ft) | 12:00 PM(1.7ft) | 5:00 PM(2.8ft) | -- |
| Wed, Oct 21 | 6:00 AM(3.1ft) | 12:00 AM(0.4ft) | 6:00 PM(3.1ft) | 12:00 PM(1.2ft) |
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Beach Tide Preferences
Each beach performs best at a specific tide range and direction. Plan your session around these windows.
Top spot recommendations
Sort your quiver, choose the right tide window, and jot down a backup in case the main peak gets stacked.
Featured Beaches
3 spots
Boca Del Salado
AdvancedBoca del Salado is a mix of beach and reef peaks northeast of San José del Cabo. It is an easy trip from the Los Cabos airport area and works best on summer south swell. Urchins, rips and rocks are the main hazards.
Cabo Pulmo
AdvancedCabo Pulmo is the village and national marine park on the East Cape, protecting one of the few living coral reefs in the Gulf of California. The point here needs a south swell and suits experienced surfers. Treat the reef with care and follow park rules, since the coral is both a hazard and a protected resource.
Punta Arenas
IntermediatePunta Arenas is a sand point on the East Cape near Cabo Pulmo. It needs a large south swell to produce waves and is flat much of the time. When it works, it gives short rights over sand.
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What to focus on today
- Annotated tide windows tied to specific breaks
- How lunar cycles reshape sandbars through the season
- Safety notes for rip-prone outbound tides
- Session planning tips for dawn patrol versus sunset
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in Cabo Pulmo
- Tide preferences vary by spot in Cabo Pulmo. Generally, incoming mid-tides work well for most beaches, offering a good balance of wave shape and power. Check individual spot guides for specific tide recommendations.
- Tides significantly impact surf conditions in Cabo Pulmo. Low tide can expose reefs and sandbars creating hollow waves, while high tide often creates softer, more forgiving waves. Mid-tide transitions typically offer the most consistent conditions.
- You can check tide charts for Cabo Pulmo on Quiver's surf forecast pages, NOAA tide predictions, or various surf forecast apps. Quiver provides real-time tide information integrated with surf conditions for accurate session planning.
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