Buritaca Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let's talk about what's on offer for Buritaca over the next couple of weeks.

Right off the bat, we’ve got a solid pulse of NE swell rolling in, but it’s a bit of a tease. From Wednesday the 15th through to Sunday the 19th, we’re seeing consistent 7ft to 8ft NE swell, with moderate wave energy (745 down to 456 units). That’s a good size, but honestly, it’s too big for this spot. This river/point setup is a beginner’s paradise, and those 7ft+ waves are going to be pushing the limits for most. The wind stays light and cross-onshore, so it’s not messy, but you’re looking at a day out that’s more for watching than paddling if you’re not experienced. The water’s sitting at 81°? That’s about average for the time of year, no real surprise there.

Come Monday the 20th, the swell drops to 5ft to 6ft, and the energy falls off to 281–308. It’s still cross-onshore, but now it’s looking more marginal. The tide and wind might line up, but it’s not shouting ‘go time’.

We hit a real quiet patch through Tuesday the 21st to Friday the 24th. Swell hovers around 4ft to 5ft, energy dips as low as 147. The wind flips around a bit, with some light offshore on the 23rd afternoon, but the wave size is just too small to get excited about. If you’re a beginner, this could be a fun, safe paddle, but there’s no standout quality here.

Now, Saturday the 25th is where it gets interesting. Morning brings glassy conditions with a 6ft NE swell (energy 279). That’s a rare moment of clean, calm water. The afternoon goes cross-offshore with 6ft swell (371 energy) – that’s a nice combo. The wind is light, the swell is manageable. This is the best on offer for the whole period. If you’re looking for a session, this is it. Keep in mind, it’s a little big for pure beginners, but a confident beginner will have a blast.

Sunday the 26th has a glassy afternoon again, 6ft and light wind, but it’s not quite as punchy. Monday the 27th sees the swell jump back up to 7ft, which is again too much for the spot, and the wind picks up. From the 28th to the 29th, it’s back to marginal, 5ft to 6ft with onshore breezes.

Then, on Thursday the 30th, we get another glassy morning with 6ft NE swell. That’s a solid finisher. Clean, manageable, and a great way to wrap up the outlook.

Overall, the standout window is Saturday the 25th. That’s your best bet: 6ft to 6ft NE swell, clean wind, and a spot that’s usually consistent. Crowds are possible, but the quality on offer should be worth sharing a few waves. For the rest, it’s either too big, too small, or just average. But hey, that Saturday is the real deal.

Rusty.

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