
Surf Forecasts:
Ajo surf forecast from 4 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 11 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 11s period, NNW swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 11 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 10s period, NNW swell with 220 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 5 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 10s period with NW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Ajo this week:
The surf forecast for Ajo over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 05) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.4m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 5s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Ajo in the next 16 days are 1.0m 10s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 11) at 5AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8PM (Wed 5th Aug) | 1.5ft (0.4m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 2AM (Tue 11th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 11s |
| Most Powerful | 5AM (Tue 11th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Ajo over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s get into it. The next couple of weeks are going to be a bit of a mixed bag, and I’m not gonna lie, there’s a stretch in there where you might be better off doing something else. But stick with me, there’s a couple of days that might just make it all worth it.
We start things off on Tuesday the 4th. There’s a little bit of swell pushing in, but it’s weak, with a combined energy of only 35. There’s a light northerly breeze, but it’s not really doing us any favors. The water temp is sitting at 73°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so you might not need the full hood, but it’s not exactly tropical either. It’s pretty poor out there, so I’d give it a miss.
The next few days, Wednesday the 5th through the weekend, it’s more of the same. The swell stays small, mostly under 3 feet, and the winds are all over the place – cross, cross-on, light but messy. The energy is weak, with readings in the 30s and 50s. There’s some rain around on Wednesday and Thursday, but it’s not like the rain is cleaning anything up. It’s just damp and dreary with not much to surf. Friday and Saturday aren’t any better, with a bit more wind and the swell still not doing anything. This is a pretty flat run, a real dead patch.
Now, here’s where it gets interesting. There’s a small window on Tuesday the 11th. The swell picks up a bit to 3 feet, and the energy jumps to 154, which is the first sign of some real push. The wind is light, coming from the east-northeast, which is cross-shore. It’s not perfect, but it’s the best we’ve seen in a while. Still, the reports are saying poor surf conditions, so it’s probably not going to be a classic, but it’s a sign of life.
But the real standout is on Tuesday the 19th. We’ve got a big one coming. The swell is forecast to be 10 to 12 feet, coming from the northwest, with a period of 10-11 seconds. The combined energy is massive, hitting 1947 and then 2393. This is a serious groundswell. The winds are light, and the morning is looking glassy. But here’s the catch – this is Ajo, and it’s an exposed, beginner-friendly spot. This swell is way too big for the break. It’s going to be a washing machine. The reports even say the swell is predicted to be too big for this break. This is a day for experts only, and even then, it’s going to be a battle. The water is going to be churning, and it’s a beach setup, so the long-period swell might make it break too straight. It’s going to be a sight to see, but I wouldn’t be paddling out unless you really know what you’re doing.
So, to sum it up: don’t get your hopes up for the first week and a half. There’s a brief moment on the 11th that’s okay, but it’s nothing special. The big day is the 19th, and it’s a big, powerful, and dangerous swell. It’s a real standout, but it’s not for the faint of heart. Enjoy the show if you’re on the beach, but leave the board in the car for that one.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Wed morning. Warm (max 23°C on Tue night, min 17°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Sat afternoon, min 18°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Tue 4 | Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 9 | NW 9 | NW 6 | NW 5 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 7 | NNW 7 | N 6 | N 6 | NNW 6 | NNW 5 | NNW 12 | NNW 10 | NW 10 | NNW 9 | NW 9 | NW 12 | NNW 11 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
30 | 19 | 15 | 13 | 104 | 98 | 103 | 78 | 42 | 36 | 33 | 12 | 28 | 54 | 69 | 77 | 73 | 38 | 36 | 218 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | cross-off | cross | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-on | off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-on | on | off |
High Tide | 9:03PM3.35m | 9:30AM3.13m | 9:52PM3.16m | 10:25AM3.00m | 10:57PM2.98m | 11:38AM2.90m | 00:21AM2.88m | 1:04PM2.94m | 1:51AM2.94m | 2:24PM3.13m | 3:05AM3.14m | 3:30PM3.43m | 4:04AM3.37m | |||||||
Low Tide | 2:49PM0.60m | 3:18AM0.60m | 3:37PM0.75m | 4:09AM0.78m | 4:36PM0.90m | 5:13AM0.95m | 5:52PM0.99m | 6:33AM1.02m | 7:19PM0.94m | 7:55AM0.94m | 8:38PM0.72m | 9:04AM0.73m | 9:42PM0.43m | |||||||
— | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:09 | — | — | 7:09 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | |
— | 9:34 | — | — | 9:31 | — | — | 9:30 | — | — | 9:30 | — | — | 9:28 | — | — | 9:27 | — | — | 9:25 | |
mm | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 23 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 19 | 21 | 21 |
Feels °C | 22 | 25 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 22 | 22 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 9 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 5 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 7 | NNW 7 | N 6 | N 6 | NNE 5 | NW 13 | NW 5 | NNW 10 | NW 10 | NNW 9 | NW 9 | N 6 | NNW 11 |
30 | 19 | 11 | 13 | 104 | 98 | 103 | 78 | 42 | 36 | 33 | 9 | 7 | 23 | 69 | 77 | 73 | 38 | 22 | 218 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 7 | NW 5 | NW 11 | WNW 8 | — | WNW 10 | W 10 | NW 10 | NE 5 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NNW 6 | NW 10 | NNW 12 | NW 6 | NW 6 | — | N 5 | NW 9 | — |
5 | 7 | 5 | 6 | — | 10 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 12 | 4 | 54 | 1 | 1 | — | 14 | 36 | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | N 11 | W 7 | WNW 10 | — | — | — | — | NW 10 | — | — | NW 10 | W 9 | NNE 5 | W 9 | — | — | N 14 | NW 12 | — |
— | 2 | 1 | 10 | — | — | — | — | 4 | — | — | 4 | 2 | 5 | 2 | — | — | 4 | 35 | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | NW 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | NE 5 | — | — | NNW 5 | — | NW 5 | NNW 4 | — | — | — | — |
— | — | 15 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 7 | — | — | 28 | — | 10 | 6 | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 453 | 130 | 162 | 61 | 0 | 35 | 35 | 6 | 27 | 35 | 120 | 468 | 485 | 0 | 13 | 35 | 0 | 28 | 35 | 0 |
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The above surf forecast table for Ajo provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Ajo can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Ajo 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 (Ajo) 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 Ajo 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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