Algarrobo Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here, let’s talk surf.

We’ve got a slow start, but some real promise if you’re patient. The water’s a mild 57°, just a hair warmer than usual for this time of year.

First chance to paddle out is Thursday the 13th in the morning at Algarrobo. It’s a reef and pier setup, so it holds swell well. You’re looking at a 4ft WSW swell with a 16-second period, which is proper groundswell with some real push. The energy is moderate (760). The wind is light and cross-shore, so it’s a bit rippled but workable for an intermediate. 4ft is a solid height without being too heavy.

Things really clean up on Friday afternoon the 14th. The wind goes cross-offshore, smoothing the surface, and the swell hits 5ft from the WNW. The period drops to 10 seconds, so it’s a bit more local and punchy, and the energy is solid (601). This is a standout for the near term—clean, decent size, and offshore wind is a gift.

Saturday the 15th is similar early, 5ft from the west, but with a risk of thunderstorms later. The wind stays cross-offshore though, so it’s still clean. Just keep an eye on the sky.

Now, the real gem is Wednesday morning the 19th. This is the best on offer. The wind is glassy, total calm, and the swell is 4ft from the WSW with a 16-second period, giving it that long, lined-up energy. The combined energy is strong, reading 1478. This is excellent surf for experienced surfers, and the glassy conditions mean it’ll be a dream. It’s a reef break, so it’ll handle that long period well. Get on it.

After that, the swell drops off and the wind goes onshore from the south, making things choppy and messy for a run. There’s a long gap of poor conditions from the 20th through the 25th, with only small, bumpy waves.

There’s a flicker of hope at the very end of the period. Thursday afternoon the 27th sees a 6ft WSW swell with a 13-second period, and the wind is cross-offshore, keeping it clean. The energy is strong (1094). It’s a decent size, but it’s two weeks out, so treat it as a promising whisper rather than a lock.

Honestly, if you can only surf one day, make it Wednesday the 19th. That’s the one.

Rusty.

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