El Camotal Surf Break

Lat Long: 9.82° S 78.23° W

El Camotal Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 12 am 03 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's El Camotal sea temperature is
21.7° C
3.7° 

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


El Camotal surf forecast from 3 Aug 2026:

  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 6 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 16s period, SW swell with 1,225 kJ wave energy.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for El Camotal this week:

The most powerful waves expected at El Camotal in the next 16 days are 1.6m 16s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 06) at 10PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.6m 9s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 09) at 10PM.

Wave TypeTime (-05) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)--
Best Surf--
Most Powerful10PM (Thu 6th Aug)5ft (1.6m) 16s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s be real about what’s on the table.

Honestly, the first week or so is a bit of a write-off. The wind is stuck in a cross-onshore pattern, the swell is small and weak, and the wave quality is just not there. We’re looking at a few days of poor to marginal conditions before anything starts to shape up. The 16-day window has a big gap of uncertainty at the start.

The first real glimmer of hope comes on Wednesday, August 6th. El Camotal will see a long-period groundswell from the SW, with a period of 18 seconds. That’s a proper long-period pulse, which means better shaped waves and more energy, but it can be a bit tricky at a beach break like this – it might break a little too straight. The combined energy is moderate (914). The wind is still cross-onshore, so it’ll be a bit messy, but the swell is there. It’s marginal, but it’s the first sign of life.

The week after that, things get a bit more interesting. The real standout, the one you want to circle, is Saturday, August 16th. The swell comes up to 5 ft from the SW, with a period of 14 seconds. The combined energy is moderate (743). For a Saturday morning, the wind actually turns to an onshore direction, but it’s a light breeze. That’s better than the cross-onshore we’ve been seeing. It’s still not perfect, but it’s the cleanest window in the whole period. The wave comment calls it marginal, but given the rest of the outlook, this is the pick. Crowds are possible, so get there early.

Sunday, August 17th is very similar – 5 ft SW swell, 13-second period, and light winds. It’s a solid backup option if you miss Saturday.

The last day in the window, Tuesday, August 18th, has a small SW swell, but the wind flips to a light onshore breeze. Combined energy is weak (365). It’s a smaller day, but the wind is the best it’s been.

So, if you’re looking for a wave, aim for the weekend of August 16th and 17th. That’s your best bet. The rest... well, you might be better off checking the forecast again in a few days.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Mon morning, min 20°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Wed night, min 19°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

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Energy kJ
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High Tide
7:43AM1.02m
8:09PM0.80m
8:13AM0.97m
9:07PM0.79m
8:49AM0.91m
10:19PM0.80m
9:36AM0.84m
11:44PM0.83m
10:43AM0.78m
1:10AM0.89m
12:08PM0.74m
2:22AM0.98m
1:31PM0.74m
3:20AM1.07m
Low Tide
2:15PM0.31m
1:49AM0.36m
2:51PM0.28m
2:36AM0.44m
3:35PM0.27m
3:40AM0.52m
4:33PM0.25m
5:20AM0.57m
5:46PM0.23m
7:26AM0.56m
7:05PM0.18m
8:49AM0.49m
8:14PM0.12m
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Information about the El Camotal Surf forecast

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

El Camotal is 29 km (18 miles) from the city of Huarmey. If you plan a holiday in Ancash, look for hotels and other accommodation in Huarmey. Huarmey has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

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