
Surf Forecasts:
Acapulquito-Costa Azul surf forecast from 25 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 29 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 16s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 28 Jul, 2PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 17s period, SSW swell with 4,809 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 24 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 21s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Acapulquito-Costa Azul this week:
The surf forecast for Acapulquito-Costa Azul over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 24) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.5m and 21s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 11s. Another secondary swell of 0.8m and 8s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Acapulquito-Costa Azul in the next 16 days are 3.0m 17s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 5s period and expected on Friday (Jul 31) at 2PM.
| Wave Type | Time (MST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Fri 24th Jul) | 5ft (1.5m) 21s |
| Best Surf | 8AM (Wed 29th Jul) | 10ft (3.0m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 2PM (Tue 28th Jul) | 10ft (3.0m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Acapulquito-Costa Azul over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what we’ve got coming down the line for Acapulquito-Costa Azul.
First up, the water is sitting at a balmy 86°F right now, which is a massive 5°F warmer than normal for this time of year. That’s very unusual, and it’s going to feel like a bathtub out there.
The next couple of weeks are a bit of a mixed bag. We’ve got some solid swell energy on the way, but the wind and quality are a constant battle. The best window of opportunity looks to be centered around the end of July and the very start of August, but you’ll need to pick your moments carefully.
Kicking things off on Friday the 24th, we have a 4ft SW swell with a 21-second period. That’s a very long period groundswell, which means real energy, but it’s hitting a beach-and-reef setup with a cross-shore wind. The combined energy is strong at 1321, but the conditions are marginal. Saturday morning the 25th looks a bit cleaner with a light cross-onshore breeze and a 4ft SSW swell, but the period is still long at 20 seconds. The afternoon gets a bit messy as the wind picks up.
The real muscle shows up on Monday the 27th into Tuesday the 28th. Monday afternoon sees a 8ft SSE swell, but the period has dropped to 14 seconds and the wind is cross-shore. By Tuesday morning, we’ve got a 6ft SSW swell with an offshore wind, and the combined energy is already very strong at 3888. Tuesday afternoon is where it gets big: a 10ft SSW swell, 16-second period, and the energy is massive at 6494. However, the wind is cross-onshore and choppy, so it’s going to be a bit of a washing machine. That size is over 8ft, so this is strictly for the experts.
Wednesday the 29th still has 10ft surf, but the wind is onshore and the conditions are poor. Thursday the 30th is a bit of a standout. The morning has an 8ft SW swell with a 13-second period, light cross-shore wind, and the combined energy is high at 2634. But the real gem is Thursday afternoon: a 7ft SW swell, 12-second period, with a clean cross-offshore wind from the W. That’s a solid window.
Friday the 31st is also worth a look, with a 6ft WSW swell and clean, cross-off winds in the afternoon. The energy is moderate at 1103, but clean waves at this spot are a treat.
After that, the swell drops off significantly. From Saturday the 1st of August onward, we’re looking at a long stretch of poor conditions. The swell drops below 3ft, the wind is messy, and the energy is weak. There’s really nothing worth chasing after the first week of August. We’re talking about a solid week of flat or poor surf.
So, to wrap it up: the standout window is Thursday afternoon, July 30th, and Friday afternoon, July 31st. The clean, cross-off wind will make the 7ft and 6ft SW swells tidy. Week two is a write-off. Keep your eyes on the sky, and don’t be afraid to sit it out.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Fri afternoon. Warm (max 32°C on Fri afternoon, min 27°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummarySome drizzle, heaviest during Wed morning. Warm (max 32°C on Thu morning, min 27°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Fri 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 21 | SSW 21 | SSW 20 | SSW 19 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSE 14 | S 14 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
1051 | 1527 | 1267 | 2044 | 1702 | 1431 | 1431 | 1702 | 1274 | 2129 | 2281 | 2000 | 4486 | 4649 | 4381 | 3933 | 2923 | 2158 | 1229 | 977 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | glassy | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-on | cross | cross | on | cross-on | cross | on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 5:02PM1.42m | 8:14AM1.13m | 5:53PM1.49m | 8:23AM1.17m | 6:35PM1.57m | 8:39AM1.21m | 7:12PM1.64m | 8:58AM1.25m | 7:45PM1.69m | 9:18AM1.29m | 8:17PM1.71m | 9:39AM1.33m | 8:47PM1.69m | |||||||
Low Tide | 1:01AM0.35m | 11:58AM1.02m | 1:30AM0.25m | 12:39PM0.95m | 1:57AM0.18m | 1:12PM0.88m | 2:24AM0.13m | 1:43PM0.81m | 2:49AM0.11m | 2:14PM0.75m | 3:13AM0.12m | 2:45PM0.70m | 3:36AM0.17m | |||||||
— | — | 5:47 | — | — | 5:47 | — | — | 5:47 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | |
7:04 | — | — | 7:04 | — | — | 7:02 | — | — | 7:02 | — | — | 7:01 | — | — | 7:01 | — | — | 7:00 | — | |
mm | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 | — |
Temp °C | 32 | 30 | 31 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 31 | 31 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 31 | 31 | 29 | 32 | 33 | 29 |
Feels °C | 34 | 33 | 35 | 32 | 31 | 32 | 31 | 30 | 33 | 31 | 30 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 33 | 31 | 31 | 34 | 34 | 31 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 21 | SSW 21 | SSW 20 | SSW 19 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSE 12 | SSE 14 | S 14 | S 13 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 |
1051 | 1527 | 1267 | 2044 | 1702 | 1431 | 1431 | 1702 | 723 | 2129 | 2281 | 1883 | 4486 | 4649 | 4381 | 3933 | 2923 | 2158 | 1229 | 977 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 11 | SW 12 | W 8 | S 9 | S 10 | WSW 7 | SSE 17 | SSE 13 | SSW 17 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | S 12 | S 13 | S 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 |
82 | 71 | 41 | 40 | 48 | 16 | 313 | 922 | 1274 | 1399 | 1735 | 2000 | 2008 | 1650 | 3 | 13 | 159 | 465 | 621 | 453 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 12 | S 9 | S 9 | SSW 11 | SSW 11 | SSE 8 | SW 13 | SSE 9 | S 14 | WNW 8 | W 9 | W 8 | — | — | — | S 13 | S 13 | S 12 | S 11 | S 11 |
98 | 45 | 41 | 51 | 47 | 20 | 109 | 108 | 813 | 19 | 14 | 5 | — | — | — | 13 | 30 | 11 | 9 | 9 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 9 | W 8 | W 8 | W 7 | W 7 | WSW 7 | WSW 7 | — | — | W 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 4 | WNW 3 |
90 | 84 | 57 | 54 | 35 | 19 | 28 | — | — | 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 13 | 9 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 54 | 0 | 3 | 13 | 0 | 426 | 48 | 0 | 33 | 50 | 0 | 426 | 76 | 1 | 58 | 501 | 1 | 0 | 455 | 0 |
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Information about the Acapulquito-Costa Azul Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Acapulquito-Costa Azul provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Acapulquito-Costa Azul can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Acapulquito-Costa Azul surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Acapulquito-Costa Azul) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).
Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Acapulquito-Costa Azul may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.
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