Buchupureo Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, Rusty here, and I’ve got your look ahead for Buchupureo. This point break on the Chilean coast is our only game in town, and it’s a consistent performer that’s exposed to the SW swell window, so we’ve got waves to talk about right through the forecast.

Water temp is sitting at 56°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year – a nice little bonus when you’re suiting up.

We start off with a bit of a slow burner. Tuesday the 15th is a write-off with marginal conditions, cross winds, and very average energy (320). Don’t bother paddling out today. Wednesday the 16th morning cleans up nicely though – a light S 6 mph cross-off breeze, 2ft SW swell at 12 seconds, and clean waves on offer. It’s small and the energy is only moderate (176), but for an intermediate surf it’s a fun, easy paddle.

Thursday the 17th morning is where things start to get interesting. A sweet 3ft WSW swell, 9-second period, and a light offshore from the SSE at 6 mph. The energy ticks up to a moderate 205, and conditions are clean. This is a solid pick for a quiet, user-friendly session. Friday the 18th morning keeps the good run going – glassy with a 3ft WSW swell, 11-second period, and light cross-off wind. Energy is moderate (319), and the waves will have a bit more shape.

Saturday the 19th morning is a standout for the first week. Glassy conditions, a building 4ft WSW swell at 11 seconds, and moderate wave energy (428). That’s clean, lined-up point surf at Buchupureo. Get in the water early.

Sunday the 20th turns ugly – strong onshore winds and rain, lumpy 5ft to 6ft waves. Avoid it. Monday the 21st morning bounces back with very good conditions: a 5ft W swell, light 6 mph cross-off breeze, and moderate energy (543). Clean again. Tuesday the 22nd morning is small and glassy – 3ft W swell, 9 seconds, glassy calm, for a mellow session.

Mid-week looks messy. Wednesday the 23rd and Thursday the 24th bring building swell but strong cross-onshore winds and rain. The surf gets big – up to 10ft – but it’s choppy and blown out. Friday the 25th holds size (10ft) with the same crummy wind pattern. These days are more for the kite surfers than paddle surfers.

By Saturday the 26th the swell drops to 6ft, but winds are still onshore and bumpy. Sunday the 27th sees the swell settling to 5ft from the SW with a long 11-second period, but the cross-onshore wind spoils the party. Not a day to get excited about.

Here’s the real gem: Monday the 28th morning is small but glassy – 2ft SW swell, light winds, clean. But the true standout in the whole outlook is Wednesday the 30th morning. A solid 5ft SW swell with a very long 14-second period, light offshore breeze, and strong wave energy (1309). This is an excellent session for experienced surfers. The long period means the point will handle it beautifully, with good shape and long rides. It won’t be too crowded for a mid-week morning either.

Overall, the best on offer is Wednesday the 30th morning, with Saturday the 19th morning as a close second. A few rough days in between, but Buchupureo delivers when it counts.

Rusty.

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