Map
Pacifico
Today's Surf Conditions at Pacifico
Spot Conditions Map
Hover over the hourly chart columns to update the wind & swell direction overlays on the map.
Today's Surf & Wind Forecast (Hourly)
Loading forecast text...
Spot Overview & Description
Perched at the northernmost edge of San Isidro, Pacifico is a wild, untamed left-hander that unfurls over a shallow, reef-strewn lagoon. It demands a long, bootie-shod trek across the weedy seabed, but the reward is a wave that stretches deep into the bay and holds its shape on north swells, keeping closeouts to a minimum. This is a spot for confident intermediates who can navigate a shifting lineup and read the fast, hollow walls. It comes alive from a modest 2ft (0.6m) and handles larger swells when conditions align. Northeast is the sweet spot for swell direction, though due north and east can also deliver. You’ll want a crisp southwest wind to groom those long lefts, carving into the open face. The beauty of Pacifico is its all-tide versatility—low, mid, or high, there’s a wave to be had. This isn’t just a surf break; it’s a contest stage, hosting the annual North Siargao Surfing Challenge. Push farther north toward Burgos and Alegria, and the fringing reef continues, offering surfers a string of pristine peaks and empty waves along a coastline that’s begging to be explored.
Best Surf Season & Climatology
Best Surf Season (September - October)
The transition from the Southwest monsoon to the inter-monsoon period ushers in a window of prime conditions at Pacifico. During these months, the trade wind inversion weakens, allowing frequent spells of offshore WSW to NW flow to align with building groundswell. Average wave heights hover in the fun, rippable 1-1.5m range with long-period energy (10s+) that wraps beautifully into the east-facing beach. It is the sweet spot where solid swell meets clean, glassy conditions, delivering some of the best waves of the year. Keep an eye on tropical disturbances in the West Pacific that can inject XL pulses, but the overall pattern rewards those who chase the autumn windows.
Fair Surf Season (May - August)
As the Southwest monsoon establishes, Pacifico experiences a distinct shift to lighter, more consistent offshore winds from the west. The percentage of ideal surf conditions climbs above 30% in late summer, offering frequent morning glass-offs. However, the swell regime is predominantly short-period, small-scale energy from local sea breezes and monsoon pulses, averaging 0.7-0.8m in height with periods of 8-9 seconds. While hardly pumping, these months provide reliable, fun-sized waves for loggers and grovelers, especially on higher tides when the inside banks hold shape. The wind tends to clock more SW and W, keeping the lineup relatively uncrowded and gentle.
Low Surf Season (November - April)
The Northeast monsoon dominates this period, bringing persistent onshore ENE to ESE flow that hampers wave quality. Even though the fetch across the North Pacific generates powerful long-period swell (1.3-1.7m at 9.5-10s), the constant wind chop and messy conditions make it a battle for any rideable face. The percentage of ideal wind hovers below 5% from December through March, with only rare breaks in the pattern when a cold front or low-pressure system retreats, allowing a brief window of offshore or light-variable conditions. Unless you are willing to gamble on those fleeting moments, the winter months are best left to the hardcore local crew or those chasing swell at more exposed spots on the island.
Detailed Surf Information for Pacifico
Detailed Surf Forecast
Access our detailed 8-day swell and wind forecast charts for Pacifico with tidal graphs, period ranges, and daily forecast text summaries.
Swell & Wind Statistics
Explore historical swell consistency, wave heights, and offshore wind windows month-by-month, compiled from over 40 years of data.
Historical Surf Report
Browse the historical database archives to view past wave reports and understand spot climatology during specific years and months.
