Surf Forecasts:
Ajo surf forecast from 26 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 28 Aug, 5PM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 10s period, NW swell with cross-onshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 28 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 10s period, NW swell with 1,481 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 26 Aug, 8AM (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 26) at 8AM. 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 cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Ajo in the next 16 days are 2.5m 10s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 28) 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 0.4m 3s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 26) at 8PM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8AM (Wed 26th Aug) | 1.5ft (0.4m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 5PM (Fri 28th Aug) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Fri 28th Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Ajo over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's get into it. We're looking at a solid run of surf coming up for Ajo, but you've got to pick your moments. The first few days are a write-off, but once we hit Friday the 28th, things start to look real interesting.
The water temp is sitting around average for this time of year, so nothing to worry about on that front.
The first proper chance to paddle out doesn't come until Friday morning, August 28th. We've got a clean 2ft NW swell pushing in with glassy conditions. The combined energy is moderate at 260, and the period is a short 8 seconds, so the waves will be a bit crumbly, but it's the best we've seen so far. The real standout, though, is the afternoon session on the same day. The swell jumps to 8ft from the NW, with a longer 10-second period, which brings a heap of energy – 929. It's a big, powerful swell, so this one is for experienced surfers only. The wind is a cross-on, which will chop it up, but the sheer power is undeniable.
Saturday the 29th morning is another beauty. You're looking at a clean 4ft NW swell, glassy off the NE wind, and moderate energy at 269. This is the kind of session that's perfect for a longboard or a funboard. The crowds at Ajo can be an issue from time to time, so get in early.
Sunday the 30th morning delivers again with a 5ft NW swell, glassy conditions, and strong energy at 400. The period is a solid 10 seconds, giving the waves some proper shape. This is a top-tier morning for a surf.
The following week is a bit of a mixed bag. Tuesday, September 1st, has a clean 4ft NW swell on the morning glass-off, but it's not as consistent. The real standout of the second week is Tuesday, September 8th, in the morning. It's a 5ft NW swell with a 10-second period, glassy conditions, and very strong energy at 517. This is a big, clean, powerful swell that will be a treat for the more experienced crew. The wind is a light offshore, so it'll be holding up well. The rest of the week is a mix of messy cross-onshore winds or the swell just getting too big for the spot, like on Wednesday the 9th afternoon when it hits 7ft.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Thu night. Warm (max 26°C on Wed afternoon, min 16°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Sun night. Warm (max 22°C on Sun night, min 17°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
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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) | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 7 | NW 8 | NW 5 | NW 8 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 9 |
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 kJ | 28 | 24 | 21 | 11 | 77 | 75 | 32 | 260 | 929 | 793 | 269 | 171 | 181 | 400 | 384 | 222 | 424 | 408 | 246 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | glassy | glassy | cross-off | on | cross | glassy | cross-on | off | glassy | cross-on | off | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | off |
High Tide | 4:24AM3.10m | 4:37PM3.41m | 4:57AM3.29m | 5:09PM3.61m | 5:28AM3.45m | 5:41PM3.76m | 6:00AM3.57m | 6:12PM3.84m | 6:31AM3.63m | 6:44PM3.84m | 7:04AM3.63m | 7:18PM3.76m | |||||||
Low Tide | 10:12PM0.74m | 10:21AM0.70m | 10:47PM0.51m | 10:54AM0.49m | 11:19PM0.32m | 11:26AM0.33m | 11:50PM0.18m | 11:58AM0.22m | 00:22AM0.10m | 12:31PM0.17m | 00:54AM0.11m | 1:06PM0.19m | 1:28AM0.19m | ||||||
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 | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | 7:33 | — | — | 7:33 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — |
 | 9:01 | — | — | 9:00 | — | 8:59 | — | — | 8:57 | — | — | 8:55 | — | — | 8:53 | — | — | 8:52 | — |
mm | 1 | — | — | — | 1 | — | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2 | — | — |
Temp °C | 21 | 22 | 26 | 22 | 21 | 25 | 23 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 21 | 22 | 20 | 21 | 20 |
Feels °C | 23 | 22 | 25 | 22 | 21 | 24 | 22 | 18 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 21 | 19 | 21 | 22 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 5 | NW 6 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 7 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | — | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 9 |
| kJ | 8 | 8 | 21 | 11 | 77 | 75 | 32 | 260 | — | 793 | 269 | 171 | 181 | 400 | 384 | 222 | 424 | 408 | 246 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 10 | NW 10 | WNW 5 | ENE 4 | — | NE 3 | NW 11 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | 28 | 24 | 2 | 1 | — | 2 | 19 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 4 | — | — | WNW 5 | — | N 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | 1 | — | — | 2 | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | ENE 3 | — | — | — | NW 5 | — | NW 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | 31 | — | 929 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 52 | 78 | 173 | 162 | 0 | 27 | 132 | 0 | 13 | 6 | 0 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 6 | 13 | 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).
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