Barceloneta Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s talk about what’s happening in the water.

First up, we gotta be straight with you – it’s a tough stretch ahead. For the next couple of weeks, the surf around here is pretty much flat or tiny, and the conditions are just as uninspiring. The first shot at something surfable doesn't even pop up until the afternoon of Thursday, August 27th, so we're looking at a solid 5-day gap of basically nothing rideable. Even then, it’s not much to write home about.

Alright, let’s get into the few flickers of hope. The closest we get to a standout is around Thursday, August 27th through to Saturday, August 29th. Thursday afternoon sees a tiny bump in energy, with the combined swell energy hitting 44 – that’s still weak to moderate, but the best we’ll get. Swell is coming from the SSW at 2ft with a period of 6 seconds, and the wind is light and cross-offshore, which will keep things clean. It’s surfable, but very ordinary.

Friday, August 28th, the morning starts glassy with a tiny 2ft easterly swell, but the period is a short 5 seconds. Still, with no wind and glassy conditions at Barceloneta, it’s the closest to a decent window we see. The water temp is sitting at 83°F, which is much warmer than normal for this time of year – a solid 4°F above average.

Saturday, August 29th afternoon brings a bit more energy – combined energy of 46 – and a cleaner cross-off wind, with swell from the E at 3ft, 6 seconds. Not groundswell, not powerful, but for this bleak outlook, it's the pick if you’re desperate for a paddle.

Beyond that, there’s nothing. The rest of the forecast fades back into flatness or tiny onshore chop. Honestly, for most of the 16 days, the beach is more interesting for a swim or a kite session than a surf. The break is inconsistent and exposed, so it’s not surprising to have a blank run like this.

Keep your eyes peeled, but don't hold your breath. Rusty.

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