Surf Forecasts:
El Playon surf forecast from 19 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 19 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 0.5ft (0.1m), 10s period, N swell with 2 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for El Playon this week:
The most powerful waves expected at El Playon in the next 16 days are 0.1m 10s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 19) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.4m 7s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 25) at 5PM.
| Wave Type | Time (-04) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Wed 19th Aug) | 0.5ft (0.1m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for El Playon over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here again. Let’s break it down in feet and miles.
Look, I’ll be honest – it’s a grim outlook for El Playon. For the next two weeks, the surf is pretty much non-existent. We’re looking at a long, dry spell with nothing to ride.
Starting now and running all the way through August and into early September, every report is “poor surf conditions.” The combined wave energy is at zero, and swell heights are flat. The water temp is 83°, which is normal for the season, so it’s nice for a swim, but that’s about it.
The only hint of anything shows up on the afternoon of Monday, September 1st, when we get a tiny 0.3 ft north swell with a 12-second period. The combined energy is a pathetic 3. It’s clean, with a light cross-offshore wind, but there’s no power. The next morning, Tuesday, is the same story – 0.3 ft north swell, 11-second period, energy of 2. Just a little bump.
So, there’s no standout session. El Playon is a consistent, beginner-friendly spot that’s sheltered from the swell. It needs a proper north-northeast pulse to work, and this forecast has nothing. The ocean is basically taking a break. Save the gas and leave the board on the rack.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 12mm), heaviest on Thu afternoon. Warm (max 32°C on Wed afternoon, min 26°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 30mm), heaviest during Mon afternoon. Warm (max 31°C on Sun morning, min 25°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 19 | Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | |||||||||||||||
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) | N 10 | NE 6 | NE 7 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 7 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 |
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 kJ | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | cross-on | off | on | cross-on | off | on | cross-on | cross-off | on | cross-on | off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | on | cross-on | off |
High Tide | 7:00PM0.34m | 7:37PM0.34m | 8:16PM0.35m | 8:56PM0.36m | 9:36PM0.36m | 10:17PM0.37m | 10:57PM0.37m | ||||||||||||||
Low Tide | 9:27AM0.12m | 4:33AM0.06m | 5:12AM0.04m | 5:49AM0.03m | 6:24AM0.03m | 6:58AM0.04m | 7:30AM0.05m | ||||||||||||||
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 | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — |
 | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:44 | — |
mm | — | — | 1 | — | 4 | 3 | — | 2 | 2 | — | 3 | 1 | — | 3 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 14 | — | 2 | 5 |
Temp °C | 31 | 32 | 27 | 31 | 30 | 27 | 31 | 30 | 27 | 30 | 30 | 27 | 31 | 31 | 27 | 30 | 28 | 26 | 30 | 29 | 27 |
Feels °C | 35 | 35 | 31 | 34 | 33 | 31 | 35 | 33 | 31 | 34 | 33 | 31 | 35 | 34 | 31 | 34 | 32 | 29 | 34 | 33 | 31 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 7 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 7 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 |
| kJ | 32 | 42 | 97 | 47 | 75 | 62 | 61 | 135 | 102 | 84 | 91 | 85 | 58 | 97 | 94 | 58 | 99 | 149 | 139 | 200 | 118 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | 7 | 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1 | 654 | 1 | 87 | 116 | 1 | 87 | 87 | 1 | 87 | 87 | 1 | 29 | 87 | 1 | 87 | 87 | 1 | 87 | 87 | 1 |
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The above surf forecast table for El Playon provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at El Playon can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our El Playon 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 Playon) 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 Playon 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 Playon is 22 km (14 miles) from Mariara. If you plan a holiday in Zona del Centro, look for hotels and other accommodation in Mariara. Mariara has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.
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