Costa del Sol Surf Break

Lat Long: 13.30° N 88.92° W

Costa del Sol Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 5 pm 14 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Costa del Sol sea temperature is
30.3° C
1.2° 

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


Costa del Sol surf forecast from 15 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Friday 17 Jul, 12AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 14s period, SSW swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 20 Jul, 12PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 16s period, SSW swell with 525 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 15 Jul, 3AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 14s period with SSW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Costa del Sol this week:

The surf forecast for Costa del Sol over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 15) at 3AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 18s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Costa del Sol in the next 16 days are 1.0m 16s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 20) at 12PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 6s period and expected on Thursday (Jul 16) at 3AM.

Wave TypeTime (CST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 3AM (Wed 15th Jul)2.5ft (0.8m) 14s
Best Surf12AM (Fri 17th Jul)3.5ft (1.0m) 14s
Most Powerful12PM (Mon 20th Jul)3.5ft (1.0m) 16s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Costa del Sol over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, let’s check the Costa del Sol. This is the only break we’ve got on the list, and it’s been a bit inconsistent, but there’s a solid run of clean mornings coming up. The water is about 87°, which is a touch warmer than average for this time of year – you’ll be comfortable in boardshorts or a spring suit.

Tuesday the 14th afternoon is a total dud – cross-on wind, choppy, only about 2ft of weak swell. Skip it.

Wednesday the 15th morning is where we get our first real chance. Offshore wind from the NNE, light breeze, clean. Swell is around 3ft from the SSW, period 14 seconds – that’s a groundswell. Energy is moderate at 368. It’s small but clean. Afternoon goes cross-on again, so hit the dawn patrol.

Thursday the 16th morning is another good one. NE offshore, light breeze, clean. 2ft of SSW swell with a 16-second period – long period, better shaped waves, longer lulls. Energy is 378. Friday the 17th morning repeats: NNE offshore, 3ft, clean. Energy 472.

Saturday the 18th and Sunday the 19th mornings are both clean. Saturday has 3ft at 13 seconds, Sunday drops to 2ft but the period jumps to 19 seconds – very long period groundswell, best on the points and reefs. Energy Sunday morning is 393.

Monday the 20th morning is a standout for the first week. Glassy conditions, NNE wind at just 3 mph, and 3ft of SSW swell at 16 seconds. Energy is 430. Clean as glass.

Friday the 24th morning is the first big alert. Swell is still only 2ft, but the period is 24 seconds – extremely long period groundswell. Energy is strong at 513. Winds are light cross-off. The shapes will be beautiful on the points, but the beach might be a bit too straight.

Saturday the 25th morning is another beauty. NNE offshore at 3 mph, clean, 3ft of SSW swell at 21 seconds, and energy is hammering at 971. This is strong, quality groundswell.

Sunday the 26th morning is the best of the whole run. 4ft of SSW swell at 19 seconds, offshore NE wind, clean, energy is very strong at 1191. This is excellent surf for experienced surfers – too big and powerful for beginners.

Monday the 27th and Tuesday the 28th mornings keep it coming. Monday has 4ft at 18 seconds (energy 965), Tuesday has 5ft at 17 seconds (energy 1202) – both clean. Wednesday the 29th morning rounds it out with 4ft at 16 seconds and energy at 1034, still clean.

The best mornings are Sunday the 26th and Tuesday the 28th – get out there early, aim for the points or reefs, and enjoy the glassy conditions. Crowds are possible on these standout days.

Rusty

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Tue afternoon. Warm (max 33°C on Fri morning, min 25°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 32°C on Fri afternoon, min 25°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

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Energy kJ
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High Tide
2:57AM2.12m
3:15PM2.40m
3:51AM2.23m
4:07PM2.39m
4:42AM2.30m
4:58PM2.33m
5:32AM2.33m
5:47PM2.23m
6:20AM2.30m
6:35PM2.10m
7:07AM2.23m
7:24PM1.95m
7:54AM2.13m
Low Tide
8:48PM0.03m
9:01AM0.14m
9:39PM-0.04m
9:57AM0.11m
10:28PM-0.06m
10:50AM0.12m
11:15PM-0.02m
11:42AM0.16m
00:01AM0.05m
12:33PM0.24m
00:47AM0.17m
1:24PM0.34m
1:33AM0.30m
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Information about the Costa del Sol Surf forecast

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