
Surf Forecasts:
Acapulquito-Costa Azul surf forecast from 19 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 19 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 17s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 25 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 19s period, SSW swell with 2,044 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 19 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 17s period with SW 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 Sunday (Jul 19) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 17s period with a secondary swell of 1.4m and 10s. 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 1.7m 19s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 25) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 4s period and expected on Wednesday (Jul 22) at 8PM.
| Wave Type | Time (MST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Sun 19th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 17s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Sun 19th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 17s |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Sat 25th Jul) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 19s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Acapulquito-Costa Azul over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let’s talk about what’s brewing for Acapulquito-Costa Azul. This is a beach-and-reef setup that’s inconsistent, so we’re not going to be surfing every day, but when it lines up, it can be worth a look.
The forecast kicks off with a long wait. For the first few days, from Sunday the 19th through Wednesday the 23rd, we’ve got a long-period groundswell rolling in from the south-southwest, but the wave heights are small—around 3 ft to 5 ft. The swell energy is moderate (between 574 and 1025), but the quality is held back by the direction and conditions. Still, Wednesday the 22nd afternoon and Thursday the 23rd are the real standouts in this early stretch. On Wednesday afternoon, the wind goes light and cross-offshore, cleaning up the 4 ft swell from the SSW (16-second period) into what looks like clean surf (energy at 789). Then Thursday morning and afternoon go glassy, with a 5 ft SSW swell (10-second period) and that same clean feel (energy around 707-659). That’s your best chance for a smooth, user-friendly wave in the first week.
From Friday the 24th through Sunday the 28th, the swell builds. The period stays long (17-24 seconds), and the energy climbs into the three-digit range (666 to 2337). The heights go from 2 ft up to 5 ft. But the wind is mostly cross or cross-on, and the reports are still “marginal” for quality. Saturday the 25th afternoon sees a 5 ft SW swell (19-second period) with light cross-shore wind and energy at 2099, which is a decent combo, but the tide or conditions keep it from being a standout.
Now, the second week. Monday the 28th kicks off a big swell event. The swell ramps up to 10 ft on Tuesday the 28th, coming from the south with a 16-second period, but the wind is a problem—cross-onshore at 20 km/h, then 35 km/h with a risk of thunderstorms in the afternoon. Energy jumps to 4010-4014, but it’s choppy and messy. Wednesday the 29th is the biggest day: 12 ft SSW swell (15-16 second period), wind from the ESE at 40-45 km/h, and energy hitting 6213. That’s a lot of power, but it’s blown out, strong cross-onshore, and lumpy. This is expert-only territory, and even then, the wind will ruin the shape. Honestly, it looks more like kite-surfing conditions than a paddle session.
Thursday the 30th still has a 12 ft SW swell (14-second period), but the wind drops to 15 km/h and goes onshore, energy at 4439. The surf is still huge, but it’s a little cleaner. By Friday the 31st, the swell drops to 7 ft from the SW (12 seconds), with light cross-offshore wind in the afternoon, making for a cleaner, more manageable wave (energy 1133). That’s a promising late-week option.
After that, the swell fades quickly. Saturday the 1st of August offers a 5 ft W swell (10 seconds), with cross-offshore wind in the afternoon and clean conditions (energy 859). But by Sunday the 2nd, the wind swings back to a strong cross-onshore, killing the 3 ft SSW swell with fresh breezes. The run ends on Monday the 3rd with similar poor conditions.
So, the best of the lot is Thursday the 23rd of July. When the wind is glassy and the swell is a clean 5 ft from the SSW, that’s your moment. The standouts in the second week are Friday the 31st, with a 7 ft SW swell cleaning up in the afternoon, and Saturday the 1st of August, with a smaller but drinkable 5 ft W swell in cross-offshore wind. Just remember, this spot is inconsistent, so when it’s good, don’t sleep on it.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Warm (max 32°C on Mon afternoon, min 28°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 33°C on Wed afternoon, min 29°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | ||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 17 | SW 17 | SSW 17 | SW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 11 | SSW 10 | SSW 10 | SSW 24 | SSW 24 | SW 21 | SSW 21 |
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580 | 671 | 368 | 739 | 545 | 822 | 666 | 489 | 450 | 529 | 323 | 561 | 172 | 378 | 349 | 964 | 368 | 1051 | 1527 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | on | cross | cross-off | cross-on | cross | cross-off | on | cross | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | glassy | glassy | cross-off | cross-on | cross | off |
High Tide | 11:11PM1.32m | 12:18PM1.38m | 11:59PM1.12m | 12:54PM1.37m | 1:14AM0.95m | 1:39PM1.36m | 2:42PM1.35m | 3:56PM1.37m | 8:28AM1.08m | 5:02PM1.42m | |||||||||
Low Tide | 5:32AM0.52m | 6:29PM0.77m | 5:48AM0.67m | 8:02PM0.77m | 5:51AM0.80m | 10:21PM0.70m | 11:43PM0.58m | 00:27AM0.46m | 10:46AM1.06m | 1:01AM0.35m | |||||||||
— | 5:43 | — | — | 5:43 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:46 | — | — | 5:46 | — | — | |
— | — | 7:06 | — | — | 7:06 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:04 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 29 | 30 | 31 | 29 | 31 | 32 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 29 | 31 | 33 | 30 | 32 | 32 | 30 | 32 | 31 | 30 |
Feels °C | 33 | 32 | 33 | 31 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 28 | 33 | 35 | 31 | 35 | 36 | 33 | 35 | 34 | 32 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 11 | SW 17 | SW 9 | SW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 11 | SSW 10 | SSW 10 | SW 10 | SW 12 | SW 21 | SSW 21 |
445 | 671 | 147 | 739 | 545 | 822 | 666 | 489 | 450 | 529 | 323 | 561 | 163 | 378 | 349 | 204 | 298 | 1051 | 1527 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 17 | SW 10 | SSW 17 | SW 9 | SW 13 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | S 8 | S 8 | SSE 13 | SSE 13 | SSE 13 | SW 13 | W 5 | SSE 12 | SSW 24 | SSW 24 | SW 10 | WSW 11 |
580 | 213 | 368 | 117 | 261 | 90 | 113 | 63 | 45 | 187 | 178 | 133 | 172 | 12 | 47 | 964 | 368 | 188 | 238 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 12 | S 12 | SW 14 | S 12 | SW 8 | SW 8 | SW 8 | WSW 8 | SSE 14 | WSW 7 | SSW 9 | SW 19 | S 8 | SW 26 | SSW 26 | SSW 13 | WNW 5 | S 10 | S 11 |
73 | 141 | 211 | 68 | 86 | 54 | 31 | 22 | 104 | 10 | 92 | 95 | 52 | 329 | 263 | 106 | 12 | 70 | 82 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | WNW 3 | WNW 4 | W 7 | WNW 4 | W 4 | W 4 | WNW 4 | WNW 5 | W 4 | WNW 4 | — | — | WSW 11 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | 7 | 5 | 69 | 18 | 8 | 15 | 24 | 36 | 17 | 17 | — | — | 292 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 378 | 8 | 0 | 13 | 455 | 0 | 3 | 504 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 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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