
Surf Forecasts:
Barceloneta surf forecast from 8 Sep 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 9 Sep, 5PM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 7s period, NE swell with 267 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Barceloneta this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Barceloneta in the next 16 days are 1.8m 7s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 09) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.8m 4s period and expected on Thursday (Sep 10) at 11PM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 5PM (Wed 9th Sep) | 6ft (1.8m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Barceloneta over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's cut to the chase. The surf scene around here is looking pretty flat and lifeless for the next couple of weeks. Don't be in a rush to wax up.
Right now, through the start of the period, there's nothing to report. Tuesday, the 8th, we've got a clear sky but no swell to speak of. The water is sitting at a balmy 81°, which is a serious anomaly, over 5° warmer than what we'd normally expect for this time of year. That's a very unusual warm bath.
We're looking at a long dry spell here. From the 8th right through to the 21st of September, it's a washout. You'll see a few tiny pulses of energy, like on Thursday morning the 10th with a bit of glass and a 1ft ripple, or Sunday morning the 13th with a clean 0.3ft bump, but none of it is worth getting wet for. The wind is mostly light, and sometimes it's even glassy, but there's just no backbone to the swell. It's going to be a frustrating week and a half for anyone staring at the ocean.
Now, there is a light at the end of the tunnel, but it's a long way off. On the 22nd of September, Tuesday morning, we finally see something that resembles a real swell. Barceloneta is the only game in town, and it looks like it might finally wake up. The swell comes up to 4ft from the ENE, with a period of 8 seconds. The combined energy of all swells is moderate at 207. The wind will be glassy, dead calm, which is a huge plus. This will be the best clean surf we've seen in weeks, but nothing too special.
Then on the 23rd of September, Wednesday morning, the swell builds further to 6ft from the ENE, with a 9-second period. The combined energy jumps to a strong 471. The wind is glassy again, making for clean conditions. This is the standout of the entire forecast. It's a solid, clean, groundswell building. However, by the afternoon, the swell hits 7ft. That's getting into the size where it's going to be too much for beginners and more suited to experienced surfers who know how to handle a bigger wave. The wind swings around to a light cross-shore, and the forecast suggests the swell might be too big for this break.
So, here's the takeaway: the first two weeks are a total bust. Don't bother. The best option on offer is the morning of the 23rd of September. Get there early for the cleanest conditions on a building swell. It's a long way off, so keep your fingers crossed the forecasts hold.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 11mm), heaviest on Wed afternoon. Warm (max 30°C on Tue afternoon, min 20°C on Thu morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Sun afternoon, min 22°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | Sunday 13 | Monday 14 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | 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) | — | SW 3 | SSW 5 | SSW 6 | ENE 6 | E 5 | ENE 5 | E 4 | ENE 4 | WSW 4 | SW 4 | NE 6 | NE 4 | NNE 7 | SSW 3 | E 7 | ENE 6 | ENE 5 | ENE 5 | ENE 7 | ENE 4 |
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0 | 0 | 26 | 42 | 82 | 11 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 4 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | on | cross-off | off | cross-on | glassy | glassy | on | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-on | off |
High Tide | 8:05PM0.21m | 7:43AM0.10m | 8:46PM0.22m | 8:30AM0.12m | 9:22PM0.22m | 9:14AM0.13m | 9:56PM0.20m | 9:57AM0.14m | 10:26PM0.19m | 10:39AM0.15m | 10:53PM0.17m | 11:20AM0.16m | 11:18PM0.15m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 12:36PM0.02m | 3:04AM0.06m | 1:31PM0.01m | 3:33AM0.05m | 2:20PM0.01m | 4:00AM0.04m | 3:06PM0.01m | 4:24AM0.04m | 3:52PM0.02m | 4:47AM0.04m | 4:37PM0.04m | 5:09AM0.04m | 5:24PM0.05m | ||||||||
7:22 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | |
— | 8:13 | — | — | 8:10 | — | — | 8:09 | — | — | 8:07 | — | — | 8:06 | — | — | 8:05 | — | — | 8:02 | — | |
mm | — | — | 1 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 28 | 30 | 30 | 25 | 25 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 27 | 26 | 25 | 27 | 26 |
Feels °C | 29 | 31 | 31 | 26 | 26 | 22 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 27 | 28 | 26 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | SSW 5 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | E 5 | WSW 4 | E 4 | ENE 4 | SW 4 | SW 4 | SW 4 | SW 4 | SW 4 | ENE 4 | — | ENE 6 | ENE 5 | SW 4 | SW 4 | ENE 4 |
— | — | 26 | 38 | 14 | 11 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | — | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | ENE 8 | ENE 5 | ENE 5 | N 7 | — | — | NE 5 | — | NE 7 | NE 6 | — | — | ENE 5 | ENE 5 | ENE 7 | NE 6 |
— | — | — | — | — | 6 | 8 | 3 | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | 2 | 2 | — | — | 3 | 2 | 5 | 2 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | SW 5 | NE 8 | WSW 4 | SW 6 | — | N 7 | NE 6 | NE 4 | NNE 7 | — | E 7 | — | — | NE 5 | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SW 3 | — | ENE 5 | ENE 6 | — | W 4 | SSE 3 | SW 4 | WSW 4 | SW 4 | SW 4 | — | ESE 3 | SSW 3 | W 3 | — | SW 3 | WSW 4 | SW 4 | SSW 2 |
— | 2 | — | 42 | 82 | — | 16 | 1 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 5 | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | 5 | 3 | 1 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 394 | 394 | 71 | 84 | 84 | 60 | 60 | 351 | 202 | 390 | 114 | 373 | 114 | 359 | 186 | 386 | 461 | 202 | 386 | 461 | 387 |
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Information about the Barceloneta Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Barceloneta provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Barceloneta can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Barceloneta 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 (Barceloneta) 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 Barceloneta 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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