Surf Forecasts:
El Playon surf forecast from 20 Aug 2026:
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for El Playon this week:
The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.2m 7s period and expected on Friday (Aug 21) at 8PM.
The Lowdown
Right then, let’s have a look at what’s on offer for El Playon. To be honest with you, it’s a pretty grim outlook for the next 16 days.
This is a sheltered spot, and it’s just not picking up any energy at all. For the vast majority of the forecast, from now through to the start of September, the combined swell energy is sitting at zero (0). There’s nothing to get excited about. You’ll see a tiny blip on the 1st of September, with a weak little 0.3ft swell from the north, but it’s got combined energy of just 3, which is next to nothing. That’s the only time we even see a number pop up.
Because we’re dealing with a beginner-friendly, sheltered beach and breakwater setup, when there’s no swell, there’s no surf. Plain and simple. The water temp is sitting at 83°F, which is about average for this time of year, so that’s not the issue – it’s just a complete flat spell.
So, what’s the call? There are no standouts, no best days. It’s a full 16-day blank run. For an area like this, that’s not totally out of the ordinary when it’s this sheltered. Keep the board in the car anyway; forecasts can change, but right now, it’s a waiting game.
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Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 19mm), heaviest on Thu afternoon. Warm (max 31°C on Thu morning, min 26°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 19mm), heaviest on Mon night. Warm (max 31°C on Sun morning, min 25°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 7 | NE 8 | NE 6 |
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 kJ | 0 | 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 | on | cross-on | off | on | cross-on | off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | off | glassy | cross-on | off |
High Tide | 7:37PM0.34m | 8:16PM0.35m | 8:56PM0.36m | 9:36PM0.36m | 10:17PM0.37m | 10:57PM0.37m | 11:37PM0.37m | ||||||||||||||
Low Tide | 5:12AM0.04m | 5:49AM0.03m | 6:24AM0.03m | 6:58AM0.04m | 7:30AM0.05m | 7:57AM0.08m | |||||||||||||||
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 | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — |
 | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:44 | — | — | 6:44 | — |
mm | — | 4 | 4 | — | 3 | 1 | — | 3 | 4 | — | 2 | 2 | — | 2 | 6 | — | 1 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 4 |
Temp °C | 31 | 29 | 27 | 31 | 31 | 27 | 30 | 29 | 28 | 31 | 31 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 27 | 30 | 30 | 27 | 30 | 29 | 27 |
Feels °C | 34 | 32 | 31 | 34 | 33 | 31 | 34 | 33 | 32 | 35 | 35 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 30 | 34 | 33 | 31 | 34 | 33 | 31 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 7 | NE 8 | NE 6 |
| kJ | 45 | 56 | 74 | 82 | 118 | 109 | 75 | 61 | 61 | 56 | 56 | 53 | 56 | 64 | 76 | 38 | 49 | 53 | 102 | 94 | 70 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 639 | 638 | 1 | 87 | 87 | 1 | 18 | 87 | 1 | 1 | 87 | 1 | 40 | 87 | 1 | 87 | 679 | 1 | 1 | 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).
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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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