
Surf Forecasts:
El Comedor surf forecast from 8 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 15 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 12s period, NNW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 12 Sep, 1PM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 8s period, NNE swell with 574 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 15 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 12s period with NNW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for El Comedor this week:
The surf forecast for El Comedor over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 15) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 12s period with a secondary swell of 1.0m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at El Comedor in the next 16 days are 2.1m 8s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Sep 12) at 1PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.1m 16s period and expected on Wednesday (Sep 09) at 4AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Tue 15th Sep) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 12s |
| Best Surf | 1AM (Tue 15th Sep) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 12s |
| Most Powerful | 1PM (Sat 12th Sep) | 7ft (2.1m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for El Comedor over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get straight into it. We’ve got a long stretch ahead, but I’ll be honest with you – it’s a tough one. The only real spot on the radar is El Comedor, a proper expert-only reef break, and even then, the first solid week or so is a write-off.
We kick off on Tuesday, the 8th of September. The swell is a weak 5ft from the NNE, but it’s short period, only 7 seconds. The wind is a cross-onshore breeze, and the combined wave energy is a measly 315. It’s choppy and messy. Forget it. That same pattern holds through the week – a bit of swell, but always that cross-on or onshore wind ruining it. The energy stays low, mostly in the 200-300s, and the water temp is about average for this time of year.
Things take a slight turn on the 13th of September. The swell drops to 4ft, but the wind eases to a light breeze and the swell period bumps to 8 seconds. The energy is still low at 265, but it’s “marginal” – maybe a tide-dependent window. Still, don’t get your hopes up.
Then on the 14th of September, we get a real tease. The swell drops right down to 2ft, but the period jumps to 13 seconds from the NNW. That’s a long-period groundswell, and the wind is light cross-shore. The energy is moderate at 325. For a reef break like El Comedor, a long-period swell can be magic, but it’s tiny. That’s a classic “if it was bigger” moment.
The surf stays small and poor through the second week, with onshore winds and energy dropping into the 100s and 200s. There’s a significant gap of quiet days where nothing’s worth paddling for.
The one standout – and I mean the only one – is way out there, on Tuesday, the 22nd of September. The swell jumps to 4ft from the NNW, but check this: the period is 16 seconds. That’s very long-period groundswell. The wind is a gentle cross-on, but the combined energy reads 714 – that’s strong, powerful stuff. The 23rd of September keeps similar energy at 692, with a 5ft swell and 13-second period, but the wind turns more onshore. The 22nd is the day to circle. For an expert reef that loves a clean, long-period NNW swell, this could be special. But it’s a long-range call, so keep your fingers crossed. It’s also going to be big for the spot, so only for the experienced crew.
Crowds at El Comedor are often present, so be prepared for company if it fires.
Overall, it’s a lean forecast. The first week is a total write-off. The second week has one promising window around the 22nd, but it’s a waiting game.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Tue morning, min 22°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Sun morning, min 21°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | Sunday 13 | Monday 14 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNW 13 | NNW 12 | NNW 12 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
203 | 188 | 228 | 231 | 197 | 229 | 222 | 158 | 115 | 204 | 233 | 375 | 560 | 534 | 414 | 251 | 207 | 151 | 151 | 169 | 156 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross | cross-on | glassy |
High Tide | 12:15PM2.04m | 00:48AM1.94m | 1:00PM2.21m | 1:29AM2.06m | 1:41PM2.33m | 2:07AM2.15m | 2:19PM2.37m | 2:42AM2.18m | 2:55PM2.34m | 3:15AM2.16m | 3:29PM2.24m | 3:48AM2.09m | 4:03PM2.09m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 6:01AM0.43m | 6:38PM0.19m | 6:47AM0.27m | 7:21PM0.05m | 7:28AM0.14m | 7:58PM-0.03m | 8:05AM0.07m | 8:33PM-0.05m | 8:40AM0.04m | 9:06PM-0.01m | 9:15AM0.08m | 9:37PM0.09m | 9:49AM0.16m | 10:07PM0.22m | |||||||
7:43 | — | — | 7:43 | — | — | 7:43 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | 7:46 | — | — | 7:46 | — | — | |
— | 8:15 | — | — | 8:14 | — | — | 8:13 | — | — | 8:12 | — | — | 8:10 | — | — | 8:09 | — | — | 8:07 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 27 | 27 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 28 | 28 | 26 |
Feels °C | 28 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 29 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 12 | NW 11 | NNW 10 | NNE 7 | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | NNE 7 | NNW 9 | N 12 | N 12 | N 11 | N 10 | N 10 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | N 8 | N 8 | NNW 12 |
110 | 121 | 90 | 231 | 47 | 44 | 23 | 158 | 25 | 48 | 72 | 87 | 76 | 73 | 414 | 251 | 207 | 151 | 149 | 131 | 156 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 10 | N 10 | — | NNW 10 | S 16 | S 14 | N 13 | NNW 8 | NNW 11 | NNW 10 | NNW 10 | NNW 9 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | N 10 | NNW 16 | NNW 14 | NNW 13 | NNW 12 | S 13 |
2 | 8 | — | 63 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 22 | 12 | 20 | 18 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 18 | 50 | 118 | 151 | 169 | 3 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | S 16 | — | — | N 13 | NNW 12 | N 14 | S 12 | W 12 | NW 11 | S 11 | S 11 | N 13 | WNW 9 | N 10 | N 9 | NW 10 | WNW 9 | S 9 |
— | — | — | 5 | — | — | 3 | 14 | 14 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 8 | 8 | 26 | 25 | 8 | 2 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | — | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | — | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 8 |
203 | 188 | 228 | — | 197 | 229 | 222 | — | 115 | 204 | 233 | 375 | 560 | 534 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 124 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 11 | 11 | 72 | 37 | 37 | 72 | 126 | 37 | 117 | 116 | 37 | 37 | 37 | 37 | 37 | 37 | 11 | 37 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
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Information about the El Comedor Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for El Comedor provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at El Comedor can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our El Comedor 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 Comedor) 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 Comedor 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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