Cabarete Surf Break

Lat Long: 19.74° N 70.39° W

Cabarete Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 7 am 31 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Cabarete sea temperature is
29.4°C
0.7° 

Cabarete surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Cabarete surf forecast from 31 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 7 Sep, 5AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 10s period, E swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 31 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 10s period, E swell with 770 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 6 Sep, 5AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 8s period with E swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Cabarete this week:

The surf forecast for Cabarete over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Sep 06) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 5s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Cabarete in the next 16 days are 1.9m 10s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 31) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 3s period and expected on Tuesday (Sep 01) at 2AM.

Wave TypeTime (AST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 5AM (Sun 6th Sep)1.5ft (0.5m) 8s
Best Surf 5AM (Mon 7th Sep)3.5ft (1.1m) 10s
Most Powerful 2PM (Mon 31st Aug)6ft (1.9m) 10s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Cabarete over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, let me tell you straight up – the surf situation around here is pretty bleak for the next couple of weeks. Looking at the whole 16-day window, there's really only one session that might be worth paddling out for, and even then it's a bit of a gamble.

The problem is the wind. We've got this constant cross-onshore breeze coming out of the east, between 9 and 19 mph, and it's just ruining everything. The swell is mostly from the east too, with short periods around 8 to 10 seconds, but it's all chopped up and lumpy. The combined energy of all swells directed here is mostly weak to moderate, with values as low as 23 or 24, and even the highest readings only hitting 901 (on Monday morning, August 31st) which is moderate, but the wind kills it.

That Monday morning, the 31st of August, is the only time that really stands out. We have a 7 ft swell from the east with an 11-second period. The combined energy is 901, so there's some decent power in the water. The wind is a gentle breeze from the ENE (9 mph) and it's blowing *on*, not cross-on, which means it's offshore for the break. That's a big deal – it's the only session in the entire forecast with offshore wind. The water temp is 85°F, which is about 1°F above average, so it's pretty normal for the time of year. The break is Cabarete, a reef setup that's consistent and exposed to the swell. This would be the call, but it's a Monday morning and it gets a low score for surf quality, so don't expect perfection. The swell is over 5 ft but under 8 ft, so it's a bit meaty for beginners but not out of reach for intermediates. The 11-second period is decent, giving the waves some shape. Crowds are possible here at times, so there might be a few others thinking the same thing.

After that Monday morning session, it's a complete write-off. From the Monday afternoon right through to the end of the forecast on the 15th of September, every single session is marked as 'poor surf conditions.' The wind stays cross-onshore, the swell drops off significantly, and the energy readings are mostly in the double digits or low triple digits. For instance, by the 4th of September, the swell is down to 2 ft and 1 ft with periods of 4 to 5 seconds – that's just wind chop. There's a gap of over two weeks here where I wouldn't recommend even looking at the ocean for a surf.

If you're really desperate, the only other moment that gets a second glance is the 31st of August, Monday afternoon, but the wind swings to a fresh cross-onshore breeze at 16 mph, and the score drops to zero. So, no.

Honestly, this stretch looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing, given the consistent cross-onshore wind and the weak, short-period swell. But if you're a surfer, save your energy. This is a long, dry spell.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 15mm), heaviest on Tue night. Warm (max 31°C on Tue morning, min 25°C on Tue night). Winds increasing (calm on Mon morning, fresh winds from the ENE by Tue afternoon).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 8mm), mostly falling on Sat night. Warm (max 30°C on Sat morning, min 26°C on Thu morning). Mainly fresh winds.

Monday
31
Tuesday
1
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Thursday
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Friday
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Sunday
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Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
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E
11
1.8
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10
1.5
E
10
1.2
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9
1.5
E
9
1.1
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9
0.9
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0.9
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0.4
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
901
643
414
241
364
185
116
165
42
22
90
24
12
21
23
22
131
37
57
63
55
Wind (km/h)
15
ENE
25
E
20
SE
20
E
30
E
15
SE
20
E
30
E
15
SE
20
E
30
E
10
SSE
15
E
30
E
15
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ENE
30
E
15
SE
20
E
30
E
10
SSE
Wind State
on
cross-on
cross-off
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High Tide
10:54AM0.66m
10:57PM0.55m
11:43AM0.67m
11:37PM0.51m
12:35PM0.68m
00:23AM0.47m
1:33PM0.68m
1:16AM0.44m
2:36PM0.68m
2:17AM0.42m
3:43PM0.69m
3:27AM0.43m
4:49PM0.70m
4:40AM0.45m
Low Tide
5:10PM0.16m
5:04AM0.08m
6:05PM0.18m
5:45AM0.07m
7:05PM0.20m
6:33AM0.06m
8:11PM0.21m
7:28AM0.05m
9:20PM0.22m
8:31AM0.05m
10:28PM0.22m
9:40AM0.06m
11:28PM0.20m
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6:57
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Temp °C
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29
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27
29
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Feels °C
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31
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31
27
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Information about the Cabarete Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Cabarete provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Cabarete can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Cabarete 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 (Cabarete) 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 Cabarete 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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