
Surf Forecasts:
Algajola surf forecast from 3 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 7 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 7s period, W swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 7 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 8s period, WSW swell with 295 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 7 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 7s period with W swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Algajola this week:
The surf forecast for Algajola over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 07) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 7s period. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Algajola in the next 16 days are 1.6m 8s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 07) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 4s period and expected on Friday (Aug 07) at 8AM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Fri 7th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 7s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Fri 7th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 7s |
| Most Powerful | 2PM (Fri 7th Aug) | 5ft (1.6m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Algajola over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Right folks, Rusty here. Let’s be straight with you: the next week and a half is a bit of a write-off for any decent paddle surfing at Algajola. We’ve got a long stretch of tiny, weak waves or flat conditions for days on end. From Tuesday the 4th right through to, well, most of the first week, the swell is barely a ripple. You’ll see a little pulse of 0.7 ft to 1.0 ft with periods around 4 to 7 seconds, but the energy is pathetic – a reading of 1 (1) or 8 (8) – and the wind is often cross-onshore, making it messy. The water temp is about average for the time of year, so nothing special there.
The first real glimmer of hope comes on Friday morning, the 7th of August. We get a 4 ft swell from the west, period of 7 seconds, and the energy jumps to 156 (156). The wind is light and glassy in the morning, so the surf will be clean. It’s a small, beginner-friendly wave, but it’s inconsistent, so don’t expect a constant ride. The break is fairly exposed to the southwest swell, but the optimum direction is southwest, so it’s a decent match. Crowds are rare, which is a bonus.
The standout window, no question, is Sunday the 16th of August. The morning brings a solid 7 ft west swell with an 8-second period, and we’re looking at 593 (593) combined energy. The wind is glassy – dead calm – so the surf will be absolutely pristine. This is a proper wave, but at 7 ft, it’s pushing into expert territory for the bigger sets. The afternoon bumps up to 8 ft with a 9-second period, energy hitting 901 (901), but the wind swings onshore, which will make it lumpy. The morning is the pick.
Monday the 17th of August is also a strong option. The morning offers 6 ft west swell, 8-second period, 460 (460) energy, and again glassy conditions. That’s a clean, powerful wave for experienced surfers. The afternoon sees a similar size (5 ft) with a longer period (9 seconds) but onshore wind, so it’s not as good.
The break is inconsistent, and it’s a beginner spot by nature, so when the swell gets over 5 ft, it’s not for the learners. The longer-period swell (9 seconds) might break a bit too straight for a beach setup, but with the west swell direction and glassy morning winds, it’s still a fine prospect.
If you’re a kite surfer, the afternoons from mid-week with the cross-onshore winds and 3 ft to 5 ft swell might be more your thing, but for paddle surfing, it’s all about the mornings of the 16th and 17th of August. Keep your eyes on the forecasts for those days – they’re the best on offer.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Wed afternoon. Warm (max 31°C on Tue afternoon, min 27°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 30°C on Fri morning, min 26°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | ||||||||||||||
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) | — | — | SSW 4 | SW 4 | — | SW 7 | SW 8 | SW 7 | SW 6 | W 7 | W 7 | WSW 8 | W 7 | W 7 | WSW 6 | W 5 | WSW 4 | WSW 4 | W 4 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 6 | 44 | 156 | 295 | 150 | 107 | 64 | 13 | 4 | 3 | 1 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | glassy | cross-on | glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | cross | glassy | on | cross-off |
High Tide | 00:53AM0.28m | 1:14PM0.21m | 1:30AM0.26m | 2:20PM0.21m | 2:17AM0.24m | 3:47PM0.21m | 3:22AM0.22m | 5:25PM0.22m | 6:45PM0.25m | 6:13AM0.21m | 7:45PM0.28m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 7:26AM0.08m | 6:59PM0.08m | 8:13AM0.07m | 7:56PM0.11m | 9:12AM0.07m | 9:21PM0.13m | 10:24AM0.07m | 11:15PM0.14m | 11:39AM0.06m | 00:53AM0.13m | 12:45PM0.04m | 2:01AM0.11m | |||||||
— | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | |
8:43 | — | 8:42 | — | — | 8:39 | — | — | 8:38 | — | — | 8:37 | — | — | 8:36 | — | — | 8:35 | — | |
mm | — | — | 1 | — | — | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 30 | 30 | 31 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 28 |
Feels °C | 34 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 32 | 28 | 34 | 34 | 28 | 31 | 31 | 27 | 30 | 31 | 30 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | SSW 4 | SW 4 | — | SW 4 | SW 8 | SW 7 | SW 6 | W 7 | W 7 | W 8 | W 7 | W 7 | W 6 | W 5 | WSW 4 | WSW 4 | W 4 |
— | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | 2 | 7 | 6 | 44 | 156 | 284 | 150 | 107 | 57 | 13 | 4 | 3 | 1 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | SW 7 | SW 5 | W 6 | W 5 | SSW 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | N 2 | — | — | — | S 3 | S 4 | WSW 8 | S 3 | S 4 | WSW 6 | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | 2 | 12 | 295 | 11 | 9 | 64 | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 838 | 1181 | 1395 | 842 | 845 | 1210 | 842 | 253 | 941 | 19 | 4 | 1238 | 5 | 5 | 1170 | 636 | 337 | 1158 | 401 |
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The above surf forecast table for Algajola provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Algajola can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Algajola 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 (Algajola) 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 Algajola 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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