Surf Forecasts:
Explosivos surf forecast from 8 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 13 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 12s period, S swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 11 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 15s period, SSW swell with 1,609 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 13 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 12s period with S 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 Thursday (Aug 13) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.4m and 12s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 19s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Explosivos in the next 16 days are 1.9m 15s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 11) at 4AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (-05) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7AM (Thu 13th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 12s |
| Best Surf | 7AM (Thu 13th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 12s |
| Most Powerful | 4AM (Tue 11th Aug) | 6ft (1.9m) 15s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Explosivos over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here, let’s talk about what’s shaping up for Explosivos.
Right now, the surf is small and a bit messy. We’ve got a short window of clean, rideable waves, but the real energy doesn’t kick in until the middle of next week. The water is sitting at 70° which is much warmer than normal for this time of year, so you’ll be comfortable in a spring suit or maybe just a rashie.
The standout period is the second half of the week starting Monday, August 12, through to the following Monday, August 19. There’s a solid pulse of groundswell with strong energy readings, often over 1000, and even hitting 1501 at times. The swell direction is mostly SSW to SW, which is the optimum direction for this sandbar. Wave heights will be in the 4ft to 6ft range, so it’s not beginner territory, especially when it pushes over 5ft.
The best of the best looks like Tuesday, August 13, through Thursday, August 15. Early morning sessions on the 13th and 14th see light winds and a touch of cross-onshore breeze, but it’s manageable. The 15th (Saturday) morning has light winds and cleanish conditions. The swell is holding steady around 4ft to 5ft from the SW with a period of 14 to 15 seconds. That’s proper groundswell, nice and lined up, with good energy (1130 to 825). The crowds can be around sometimes, but it’s a consistent spot, so there’ll be waves to go around.
If you’re an experienced surfer, the biggest energy comes on Sunday, August 16, with 6ft SW swell and a bit more wind. That’s more for the crew who like a challenge. The period drops to 14 seconds, but the energy is still massive (1489).
After the 19th, things drop off fast. The swell fades, the period shortens, and by the 20th and 21st the conditions turn poor. The last few days of the outlook are a write-off.
So, bottom line: get on it from the 13th to the 16th for the best chance of a decent wave. The 13th and 14th have the best combo of size, direction, and light wind. Don’t sleep on it.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Sat morning, min 18°C on Sat afternoon). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Tue morning, min 18°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 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) | SW 13 | SW 13 | S 8 | S 9 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | S 12 | SSW 12 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 326 | 273 | 247 | 297 | 382 | 665 | 743 | 817 | 604 | 627 | 1259 | 929 | 888 | 683 | 303 | 564 | 871 | 844 | 886 | 939 | 746 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross | on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | glassy |
High Tide | 12:52PM0.52m | 3:13AM0.87m | 2:18PM0.51m | 4:08AM0.95m | 3:31PM0.54m | 4:57AM1.02m | 4:33PM0.58m | 5:42AM1.06m | 5:28PM0.62m | 6:23AM1.06m | 6:20PM0.66m | 7:03AM1.03m | 7:12PM0.69m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 7:40PM0.12m | 10:02AM0.36m | 8:46PM0.07m | 10:52AM0.30m | 9:43PM0.02m | 11:35AM0.25m | 10:36PM0.00m | 12:16PM0.21m | 11:25PM0.01m | 12:55PM0.18m | 00:13AM0.04m | 1:33PM0.17m | 1:00AM0.11m | ||||||||
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 | 6:24 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — |
 | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 20 | 20 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 18 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 19 |
Feels °C | 19 | 20 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 18 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 20 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 8 | S 8 | S 8 | S 9 | S 9 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | S 12 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | S 12 | S 7 | S 11 | S 11 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 |
| kJ | 241 | 247 | 247 | 297 | 263 | 665 | 743 | 817 | 604 | 546 | 1259 | 929 | 888 | 683 | 127 | 510 | 410 | 844 | 886 | 939 | 746 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 15 | SSW 15 | S 9 | S 9 | S 8 | SW 16 | SSW 15 | — | S 15 | SW 22 | SW 20 | SSW 12 | SW 18 | SW 18 | S 11 | S 10 | S 10 | S 10 |
| kJ | 326 | 273 | 175 | 226 | 382 | 215 | 177 | 138 | 371 | 627 | — | 38 | 20 | 107 | 303 | 564 | 871 | 332 | 244 | 190 | 117 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 12 | SW 20 | SW 20 | SW 18 | SW 17 | — | — | — | SW 18 | NW 11 | W 13 | SW 19 | W 8 | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | 50 | 77 | 129 | 66 | 65 | 134 | 375 | 346 | — | — | — | 12 | 5 | 3 | 303 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 135 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 23 | 9 | 5 | 23 | 23 | 9 | 23 | 9 | 5 | 23 | 23 | 9 | 23 | 23 | 9 | 23 | 23 | 9 | 23 | 23 | 0 |
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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).
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