Acapulquito-Costa Azul Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, it’s Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming up over the next couple of weeks at Acapulquito-Costa Azul. It’s a beach and reef setup, and it’s pretty exposed to the south swell direction, which is the main game in town.

Right now, Sunday the 19th, we’ve got a bit of a frustrating start. The swell is there at 4ft from the SW with a long 17-second period, but the wind is straight onshore from the SSE at 15 km/h, and the wave energy is moderate (1025). The water is a very unusual 85°, which is a full 5° warmer than normal for this time of year – that’s a proper anomaly. But the surf is just marginal, and the tide is questionable. Not one to get excited about.

Monday the 20th stays similar – 3ft to 4ft SW swell, but the wind is cross or cross-onshore, and the energy is moderate (890 to 989). Still marginal. Tuesday the 21st sees a little improvement; the afternoon has a cross-offshore breeze from the west at 10 km/h, and the 4ft swell from the SSW (14-second period) cleans up nicely. Wave energy is moderate (727). That’s the first real window of clean surf, but it’s inconsistent, so don’t expect a party.

Wednesday the 22nd brings a solid bump – 6ft from the SSW in the morning, with a 12-second period, and energy is strong (1310). The wind is light from the SSE, onshore though, so it’s a bit messy. Afternoon is a cross-shore breeze, still 6ft. It’s big enough for intermediates, but the quality is only marginal.

Thursday the 23rd fades a bit, and by afternoon the wind picks up to 20 km/h from the WSW, making it a cross-chop. Friday the 24th has a weird one – morning shows a tiny 2ft swell but with a 24-second period (very long period), which is a groundswell, but it’s cross-onshore. Afternoon gets better: 4ft from the SW, 21-second period, light cross-shore winds, and energy jumps to strong (1340). That’s a promising afternoon, but inconsistent.

Now, the best on offer is shaping up for Saturday the 25th and Sunday the 26th. Saturday morning has 4ft from the SW at 20 seconds, light onshore wind, but it’s glassy early. Afternoon swell hits 5ft from the SW, 19 seconds, with gentle cross-shore winds and energy is very strong (2024). Sunday the 26th is similar – 5ft to 5ft, long period, moderate cross-shore winds. The break is exposed to the S, and the swell direction is SW, which is close to the optimum S direction. These are the standout days: clean, decent size, and long-period groundswell. Crowds are often here, so expect company.

Monday the 27th gets bigger – 6ft in the morning, 8ft in the afternoon from the SSE, with 14-15 second periods. Energy is very strong (3463 to 4809). Wind is cross-onshore to cross, so it’s choppy. This is pushing into expert territory in the afternoon, especially for a beach and reef setup. Tuesday the 28th is even bigger: 12ft from the S, 15 seconds, with strong onshore winds. Energy is very strong (5459 to 5547). That’s too big for most, and the wind is messy.

Wednesday the 29th and Thursday the 30th are a write-off. The swell is 15ft to 12ft, with risk of thunderstorms and strong onshore winds up to 45 km/h. Energy is extremely strong (8990 to 4707). The surf is poor, and honestly, it looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing.

Then, after a rough patch, Friday the 31st offers a redemption window. The morning has 6ft from the SW, 11 seconds, with glassy conditions and light winds. Wave energy is strong (1337). This is excellent for experienced surfers – clean, solid, and manageable. Saturday the 1st of August starts with 5ft from the W, 9 seconds, and glassy conditions. Energy is moderate (658). Good for a relaxed session. Sunday the 2nd of August is tiny – 3ft to 4ft, glassy morning, but the swell is weak.

The long-range stuff from the 31st onward is promising but less certain. The first week has some solid windows, with the 25th and 26th being the true standouts. Keep an eye on the glassy mornings around the 31st and 1st as well.

Rusty.

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