
Surf Forecasts:
El Suicidio surf forecast from 22 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 24 Jul, 3PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 9s period, ESE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 25 Jul, 3AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 14s period, SSE swell with 281 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 23 Jul, 9PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 7s period with ESE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for El Suicidio this week:
The surf forecast for El Suicidio over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 23) at 9PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 7s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 6s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at El Suicidio in the next 16 days are 0.9m 14s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 25) at 3AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 8s period and expected on Wednesday (Jul 22) at 6AM.
| Wave Type | Time (-03) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 9PM (Thu 23rd Jul) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 7s |
| Best Surf | 3PM (Fri 24th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 3AM (Sat 25th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for El Suicidio over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, this is Rusty lookin’ at the forecast for El Suicidio. Let’s break it down.
First up, the next week and a bit is pretty grim. The swell is small, the wind is mostly onshore or cross-onshore, and the energy is just not there. The first few days are a write-off, with poor surf conditions and combined swell energy between 107 and 186 (weak to moderate). The water temp is about average for the time of year, so nothing weird there.
The real hope starts to show up around the end of the month. On Friday, the 31st of July, we start seeing some size, but with a short period and onshore wind, it’s still messy. The swell picks up to 6ft to 7ft from the east, but the period is only 6 to 7 seconds, so it’s going to be lumpy and hard to ride. The energy is moderate to strong (390 to 430), but the conditions are marginal at best.
Then we hit the first of August, and things get real. Saturday morning, the 1st of August, we get a big 8ft east swell with a 10-second period, and the combined energy jumps to 1189 – that’s strong. But the wind is cross-onshore, so it’s going to be choppy. This is more for the experienced crew, or maybe even kite surfers if the wind holds.
The real standout, the one you want to circle, is Sunday, the 2nd of August. Morning is glassy – dead calm, offshore wind from the southwest at just 3 mph. The swell is a solid 6ft from the east, with a long 11-second period. That’s groundswell, and for a point break like El Suicidio, that’s money. The combined energy is 658 (moderate to strong), and the conditions are reported as “expect very good surf conditions.” This is the best on offer – clean, lined up, and just the right size for intermediates.
Monday, the 3rd of August, is also excellent. Morning has a clean offshore wind from the NNW at 9 mph, with 5ft east swell and a 10-second period. Energy is 506. The afternoon is even better with a light offshore breeze and 5ft swell at 11 seconds. This is another top pick, clean and consistent.
Midweek, on Wednesday, the 5th of August, we get the biggest and best-looking swell of the whole forecast. The afternoon sees a 6ft east-southeast swell with a very long 16-second period – that’s a proper groundswell. The combined energy hits 1355 (very strong), and the wind is a clean cross-offshore from the NNE. Conditions are described as “excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers.” This is for the guys who know what they’re doing. The long period makes it best at a point like this, but it could be a bit much for the groms.
Thursday, the 6th of August, holds clean with a 5ft east-southeast swell at 14 seconds, offshore wind, and energy of 910. Another solid day.
To sum it up: the first week is a dud. The real action kicks off from the 1st of August, with Sunday the 2nd and Wednesday the 5th being the absolute standouts. Sunday is the pick for clean, fun waves for most, Wednesday is the one for the experienced crew looking for power.
Rusty out.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Fri afternoon, min 11°C on Wed afternoon). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Fri night. Very mild (max 16°C on Sun afternoon, min 10°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SE 6 | SSE 6 | SSE 6 | SSE 7 | SSE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 9 | SSE 14 | SSE 12 | E 8 | E 8 | SSE 14 | E 7 | E 8 | E 8 | E 9 | E 9 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
113 | 99 | 182 | 168 | 102 | 73 | 81 | 94 | 131 | 215 | 208 | 109 | 74 | 64 | 53 | 55 | 66 | 71 | 76 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | on | on | on | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | on | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 00:59AM0.28m | 6:24AM0.22m | 1:22PM0.37m | 1:52AM0.25m | 7:31AM0.21m | 2:12PM0.37m | 2:47AM0.23m | 8:47AM0.22m | 3:02PM0.37m | 3:43AM0.22m | 3:51PM0.37m | 4:36AM0.22m | 4:41PM0.38m | 5:26AM0.21m | 5:30PM0.38m | 10:49PM0.18m | |||
Low Tide | 9:11PM0.06m | 4:04AM0.18m | 10:05PM0.07m | 4:54AM0.17m | 11:00PM0.08m | 5:47AM0.16m | 11:56PM0.08m | 6:40AM0.15m | 00:52AM0.08m | 7:32AM0.15m | 12:38PM0.23m | 1:47AM0.08m | 8:20AM0.14m | 1:36PM0.23m | 10:03PM0.18m | ||||
— | 7:37 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:33 | — | — | |
— | — | 5:47 | — | — | 5:49 | — | — | 5:49 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:51 | — | — | 5:51 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 14 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 15 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 13 | 16 | 13 | 16 | 16 | 13 |
Feels °C | 12 | 8 | 5 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 11 | 14 | 10 | 16 | 15 | 11 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | E 7 | SSE 7 | SSE 6 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 9 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 | E 8 | E 8 | E 9 | E 9 |
14 | 14 | 14 | 45 | 102 | 60 | 81 | 94 | 131 | 142 | 121 | 93 | 74 | 54 | 53 | 55 | 66 | 71 | 76 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 10 | SSE 9 | — | E 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 7 | S 6 | S 9 | SSE 13 | SSE 14 | SSE 12 | SSE 12 | SSE 11 | SSE 14 | SSE 12 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | S 11 | S 10 |
4 | 8 | — | 13 | 77 | 73 | 19 | 25 | 64 | 215 | 208 | 109 | 40 | 64 | 51 | 25 | 23 | 9 | 8 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | S 10 | S 10 | S 8 | S 8 | SE 6 | S 8 | — | — | — | SE 15 | S 10 | — | — | S 15 | SE 13 | S 12 |
— | — | — | 2 | 7 | 13 | 12 | 10 | 21 | — | — | — | 8 | 17 | — | — | 4 | 7 | 3 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 6 | SSE 6 | SSE 6 | SSE 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
113 | 99 | 182 | 168 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 336 | 596 | 587 | 92 | 43 | 43 | 43 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 50 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
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Information about the El Suicidio Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for El Suicidio provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at El Suicidio can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our El Suicidio 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 Suicidio) 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 Suicidio 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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