Hornitos Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Hey, Rusty here again. Let’s break down the surf for Hornitos in feet and miles per hour.

The next week or so is looking pretty ordinary, to be honest. We’ve got a consistent SW groundswell running, but the wind is mostly coming from the same direction, keeping it a bit choppy and bumpy. The water’s at 63°F, which is about normal for this time of year – no surprises there.

The best bet in the whole run, by a long shot, is Sunday the 12th of July. The morning shows a clean 5ft SW swell with a long period of 18 seconds, and the combined wave energy is pumping at 1512 (moderate to strong energy). But the real standout is the afternoon: glassy conditions, a solid 5ft SW swell, and the energy jumps to 1525. That’s the pick of the window for experienced surfers. That long period groundswell will wrap in nicely, and with the glassy surface, it’s going to be clean. Keep in mind, long period SW swells like this work a treat at spots like Hornitos, but the long gaps between sets can make it a little tricky to get into a rhythm.

If that Sunday is too big, Monday the 13th still offers a good look. The afternoon shows 6ft SW swell, again glassy, though the period drops to 13 seconds. Energy is still solid at 982. It’s going to be a good day, but the Sunday afternoon is the real highlight.

Tuesday the 14th morning is also glassy with a 5ft SW swell, but the energy drops off to 522, so it’s a smaller, cleaner option for an easier paddle.

After that, we’re looking at a few days of smaller, cross-on winds and falling energy. It tapers off pretty quickly.

So, to sum it up: the first week is mostly a write-off with the onshore wind. Hold out for Sunday the 12th of July afternoon – that’s the one you want to be in the water for. It’s the only true standout in the next 16 days.

Rusty.

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