Buritaca Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what the next couple of weeks are shaping up like for this little stretch of coast.

Right off the bat, the start of the week is a bit of a letdown. We've got some swell rolling in on Tuesday morning, but it's messy with a cross-onshore wind. The wave energy is pretty weak (403), and honestly, it's not worth paddling out for. The afternoon cleans up nicely though – glassy conditions, like a mirror. The waves are around 5.9ft from the NE with a short, 8-second period. It’s not going to be the best for shape, but for a beginner spot, that clean surface makes a world of difference. We do need to mention the water temp here is about average for the time of year, nothing too wild.

Now, Wednesday the 8th through to Sunday the 12th is where things get interesting, but not necessarily for the average punter. The swell is pumping, consistently over 7.2ft and climbing to 8.2ft. The combined energy is moderate to strong (764 to 952), but the problem is, for this particular river/point break, the forecast says it’s just too big. This is expert territory if you're going to get out there. It’s a real shame because the winds are often light or glassy. For a beginner-friendly break like Buritaca, these are days to watch from the beach.

We then hit a bit of a lull from Monday the 13th through to Wednesday the 15th. The swell drops back to 5.2ft–6.2ft, but the period is still short (8 seconds) and the energy is weak (246–435). The wind is a mixed bag, but on Wednesday morning the 15th, we get a glimpse of something good: glassy conditions and a clean 5.2ft swell. It's small, but it’s the best of a quiet patch.

The swell kicks back up on Thursday the 16th, but again it’s big enough to be too much for this break. This pattern keeps repeating right through to the 22nd: solid waves (6.9ft–8.2ft) that are just too powerful for the spot. The energy values are moderate to very strong (429–1147). There are some glassy mornings in there, like Friday the 17th and Saturday the 18th, which would be incredible for an experienced surfer who knows how to handle the extra power.

Honestly, for this specific break, the standout window for the average surfer is that Wednesday morning on the 15th. It’s clean, small, and the energy is low (341), making it a proper go-out for someone learning. If you're a seasoned hand, the glassy mornings from the 16th to the 19th are worth a look, but be ready for a real handful of swell.

So, to sum it up: the first few days are poor, then the swell gets too big for the break for a solid week, before dropping back to marginal conditions. The best bet for a fun, clean surf is the morning of Wednesday, 15th July. Don't expect much else.

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