Bahia Santa Cruz Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Right, let’s have a look at what’s cookin’ for Bahia Santa Cruz over the next couple of weeks.

Alright, we’ve got a bit of a slow start, but don’t write it off just yet. Things kick off on Friday the 24th of July, with a small 3ft SW swell running at a super long 24 seconds. The water’s sitting at 87°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year. The wind is a cross-off from the east at 12 mph, so it’s clean, but the energy is only moderate (1068) and the combo of small size and that long period can make beach breaks a bit tricky. This one’s more of a warm-up session.

The real standout window opens up Saturday morning, the 25th of July. The wind drops to dead glass – 3 mph from the southwest, straight offshore. The swell is 3ft from the SW, with a solid 21-second period, and the energy is moderate (1046). That’s going to be clean, lined-up, and super inviting for an intermediate surfer. The crowds are *sometimes* around, so you might have to share, but it’ll be worth it.

Sunday morning, the 26th, looks even better on paper. Another glassy morning with zero wind, and the swell jumps to 5ft from the SW, period 18 seconds, and the energy is strong (1661). This is in the sweet spot – not too big for a decent intermediate, but plenty of push. The long period means it’ll be a bit more lined up at the point, with longer lulls between sets.

Monday morning, the 27th, is another glassy gem. 6ft SW swell, 18 seconds, and the energy is very strong (2221). That’s getting into expert territory – over 5ft, so beginners might find it a handful. But for the crew who know what they’re doing, that’s a proper session with clean, powerful lines.

Tuesday the 28th keeps the run going. Morning glass again, 7ft SSW swell, 17 seconds, and massive energy (2476). That’s a solid, powerful groundswell. The afternoon even holds glassy conditions with a 6ft SW swell, so you could get a full day in if you’re keen.

Wednesday the 29th morning is still glassy, 6ft SW swell, 16 seconds, and strong energy (1732). The quality is still there, but the wind turns cross-onshore in the afternoon, so mornings are the go.

After that, the swell starts to drop and the wind gets a bit more messy. Thursday the 30th and Friday the 31st are smaller and more marginal. Saturday the 1st of August is tiny at 3ft, and while it’s glassy, the energy is weak (421). Then we hit a bit of a lull. From Sunday the 2nd of August through to Friday the 7th of August, the swell is small, mostly under 3ft, and the wind is a mixed bag. There are a few clean morning windows, but the energy is low (mostly under 400). It’s a proper flat spell for a few days there.

Then, on Saturday the 8th of August, we get a bit of a late pulse. Morning glass, 3ft swell from the SSW, but with a nice 17-second period, and the energy jumps back to a moderate 546. The conditions look clean, but the size is small. It’s a glimmer of hope for the end of the run.

So, if you’re picking the absolute best: Saturday morning the 25th of July is your standout for a clean, fun, intermediate session. For the bigger, more powerful stuff, Monday morning the 27th of July is the one for the experienced crew. The crowds are *sometimes* there, so get in early.

Be aware, after the first week, there’s a gap of about five or six days with very little to get excited about.

Rusty.

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