Explosivos Surf Break

Lat Long: 12.42° S 76.84° W

Explosivos Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 6 am 05 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Explosivos sea temperature is
21.3° C
4.7° 

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


Explosivos surf forecast from 5 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 10 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 14s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 6 Aug, 7PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 16s period, SW swell with 1,210 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 8 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 13s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Explosivos this week:

The surf forecast for Explosivos over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 08) at 4AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 1.2m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Explosivos in the next 16 days are 1.6m 16s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 06) at 7PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.

Wave TypeTime (-05) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 4AM (Sat 8th Aug)3.5ft (1.1m) 13s
Best Surf 7AM (Mon 10th Aug)4.5ft (1.3m) 14s
Most Powerful 7PM (Thu 6th Aug)5ft (1.6m) 16s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here, and I’m gonna tell you what’s cookin’ at Explosivos.

We’re starting off on Wednesday, August 5th, with a 4-foot swell from the southwest. The water’s a balmy 70°, which is way warmer than usual for this time of year – feels like a bath. But the wind is light and onshore, so it’s a bit of a messy start. The combined swell energy is moderate at 698, but the call is "marginal." Not much to write home about.

Thursday morning, August 6th, the swell drops a bit to around 3 feet, but the period is a long 17 seconds – that’s proper groundswell. The energy picks up to 1014, but the wind stays light and cross-onshore, leaving little wind ripples on the face. That long period at a sandbar can make things weird and straight. Thursday afternoon bumps up to 5 feet with a 16-second period and energy at 1225, still not clean.

Friday the 7th through the weekend is pretty average – swell around 3 to 5 feet, same light cross-onshore breeze, and marginal conditions. Nothing to drag you out of bed for.

Monday, August 10th, shows a bit more promise with a 4-foot SSW swell and a 14-second period. Energy is 1091, but the wind is still light and cross-onshore. It’s better, but not a home run.

The best looking window is Thursday, August 13th, and Friday, August 14th. Thursday afternoon brings a 5-foot swell with an 18-second period and a whopping energy of 1590 – that’s strong. Friday morning holds a 5-foot, 16-second swell with energy at 1366. The swell direction is southwest, which is exactly what this break likes. The wind is a gentle cross-onshore, so it’s not glassy, but the power is undeniable. That long period could make the sandbar a bit straight, but with that much energy, it’s your best bet.

Monday, August 17th, has a morning with light offshore wind from the west-southwest and a 4-foot, 14-second swell. Energy is 1123, and that’s the cleanest wind we see, though it’s a smaller day.

So, the pick of the litter is Thursday afternoon, August 13th, and Friday morning, August 14th – biggest energy, solid size, and decent period. It won’t be perfect, but it’s the best we’ve got. Crowds can be a thing here sometimes, so expect some company.

Rusty, out.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Wed morning, min 18°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Sat morning, min 18°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light.

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Energy kJ
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587
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326
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Wind (km/h)
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10
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10
SSE
10
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15
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10
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High Tide
11:31PM0.67m
10:20AM0.62m
00:52AM0.72m
11:25AM0.56m
2:08AM0.79m
12:52PM0.52m
3:13AM0.87m
2:18PM0.51m
4:08AM0.95m
3:31PM0.54m
4:57AM1.02m
4:33PM0.58m
Low Tide
4:28PM0.20m
5:06AM0.46m
5:22PM0.18m
7:14AM0.47m
6:29PM0.15m
8:57AM0.43m
7:40PM0.12m
10:02AM0.36m
8:46PM0.07m
10:52AM0.30m
9:43PM0.02m
11:35AM0.25m
10:36PM0.00m
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Information about the Explosivos Surf forecast

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