Surf Forecasts:
Algarrobo surf forecast from 20 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 26 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 12s period, WSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 20 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 13s period, WSW swell with 1,110 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 22 Aug, 5PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 7s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Algarrobo this week:
The surf forecast for Algarrobo over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 22) at 5PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 7s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 10s. Another secondary swell of 0.9m and 7s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Algarrobo in the next 16 days are 1.8m 13s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 20) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.3m 2s period and expected on Friday (Aug 21) at 2AM.
| Wave Type | Time (-04) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5PM (Sat 22nd Aug) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 7s |
| Best Surf | 8PM (Wed 26th Aug) | 6ft (1.9m) 12s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Thu 20th Aug) | 6ft (1.8m) 13s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Algarrobo over the next 16 days.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 19°C on Fri afternoon, min 11°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Tue afternoon, min 13°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | ||||||||||||||
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) | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | WSW 12 | WSW 11 | SW 11 | SW 10 | SW 10 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 8 | SW 7 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | WSW 11 | WSW 11 | WSW 15 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
1110 | 799 | 666 | 444 | 331 | 743 | 490 | 450 | 160 | 121 | 96 | 64 | 249 | 269 | 230 | 161 | 125 | 268 | 312 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-on | cross | cross-on | glassy | glassy | glassy | cross | cross-on | cross | cross-on | glassy | glassy | cross-on | glassy |
High Tide | 3:39AM1.08m | 3:59PM0.73m | 4:53AM1.06m | 5:49PM0.68m | 6:16AM1.08m | 7:25PM0.71m | 7:22AM1.14m | 8:17PM0.76m | 8:10AM1.22m | 8:53PM0.82m | 8:49AM1.29m | 9:24PM0.88m | |||||||
Low Tide | 8:46PM0.38m | 10:42AM0.47m | 9:42PM0.46m | 12:23PM0.46m | 11:05PM0.50m | 1:39PM0.40m | 00:28AM0.48m | 2:28PM0.32m | 1:28AM0.42m | 3:04PM0.25m | 2:13AM0.34m | 3:35PM0.18m | 2:52AM0.27m | ||||||
— | 7:18 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | |
6:20 | — | 6:21 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:23 | — | — | 6:23 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 12 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 16 |
Feels °C | 11 | 11 | 9 | 10 | 13 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 17 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 16 | 15 | 15 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | SW 8 | WSW 11 | SW 11 | SW 10 | SW 10 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 8 | SW 7 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | WSW 11 | WSW 11 | WSW 10 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 |
1110 | 799 | 666 | 227 | 331 | 743 | 490 | 450 | 160 | 121 | 96 | 64 | 249 | 269 | 230 | 161 | 85 | 268 | 312 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 7 | — | W 21 | WSW 12 | SW 19 | WSW 15 | WSW 12 | SW 16 | WSW 10 | WSW 10 | WSW 9 | W 9 | SW 7 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SW 12 | WSW 15 | WSW 10 | WSW 9 |
27 | — | 9 | 444 | 14 | 21 | 86 | 10 | 141 | 74 | 28 | 41 | 28 | 99 | 96 | 114 | 125 | 105 | 113 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | SW 20 | — | SW 18 | — | W 15 | SSW 13 | SSW 11 | WSW 12 | WSW 11 | SSW 13 | SW 6 | WSW 16 | W 16 | SW 11 | — | — |
— | — | — | 15 | — | 13 | — | 4 | 16 | 50 | 49 | 42 | 69 | 12 | 26 | 5 | 30 | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SW 6 | SW 7 | SE 2 | SW 8 | — | — | — | SW 7 | — | — | N 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | 42 | 138 | 1 | 198 | — | — | — | 86 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 14 | 42 | 370 | 20 | 20 | 41 | 14 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 39 | 14 | 14 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
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Information about the Algarrobo Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Algarrobo provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Algarrobo can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Algarrobo 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 (Algarrobo) 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 Algarrobo 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.
Algarrobo is 21 km (13 miles) from the city of Valparaiso. If you plan a holiday in Santiago, look for hotels and other accommodation in Valparaiso. Valparaiso has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.











