Infernillo Surf Break

Lat Long: 34.38° S 72.03° W

Infernillo Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 7 pm 13 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Infernillo sea temperature is
12.6° C
0.5° 

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


Infernillo surf forecast from 14 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 14 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 14s period, WSW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Tuesday 14 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 14s period, WSW swell with 5,192 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 14 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 14s period with WSW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Infernillo this week:

The surf forecast for Infernillo over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 14) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.5m and 14s period. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Infernillo in the next 16 days are 3.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 14) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 6.0m 10s period and expected on Thursday (Jul 16) at 11PM.

Wave TypeTime (-04) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 2AM (Tue 14th Jul)11ft (3.5m) 14s
Best Surf 2AM (Tue 14th Jul)11ft (3.5m) 14s
Most Powerful 2AM (Tue 14th Jul)11ft (3.5m) 14s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, let's talk about what's cooking. The swell's been pumping in, but the wind's been a bit of a dickhead for a lot of it. You gotta be smart about when you paddle out. The first real window of opportunity opens up on Saturday afternoon, the 18th of July.

We're talking about Infernillo, a reef and point break that loves a south-west swell. Water temp is pretty normal for this time of year, nothing to write home about.

Tuesday the 14th kicks off with a solid 10ft WSW swell (13 seconds) in the morning, dropping to 8ft in the afternoon. The wind's cross-off at 12 mph, keeping it clean enough for the experienced crew. The combined energy is strong (3468 in the morning, 2186 in the arvo). Tide might be a bit funny.

Wednesday the 15th is a bit of a dud – dropping swell and a cross-shore wind. Thursday the 16th is a total loss with gale-force wind and tiny surf. Friday the 17th is another no-go, conditions are poor.

Now, here's the first one to circle. Saturday afternoon, the 18th of July – we've got a 5ft W swell at 12 seconds, cross-off breeze at just 6 mph. The combined wave energy is solid (1061), and the report says it's excellent for experienced surfers. That offshore wind will make the point section at Infernillo real smooth. Crowds can show up here sometimes, so get in early.

Sunday morning the 19th is also clean with a 4ft WNW swell and offshore wind from the east at 12 mph, but the energy is lower (662). Sunday arvo gets wrecked by wind again.

Monday the 20th of July is a big day. Morning has a 13ft WSW swell (10 seconds) with a gentle cross-off breeze. That's a heavy swell – over 8ft, so experts only. The energy is cranking (3187). Afternoon drops to 8ft, still excellent for experienced surfers with light wind (1142 energy). The short period means it'll be a bit lumpy, but the point will handle it best.

There's a quiet stretch from the 21st to the 23rd – small waves, onshore wind, not worth dragging the board out.

Friday the 24th of July is magic. Morning has a 7ft W swell with glassy calm wind from the ENE at just 3 mph. The energy is solid (1016), and the report says excellent for experienced surfers. Afternoon stays glassy with a 6ft W swell. This is the pick of the second week: dead flat water, perfect conditions. Expect a crowd when it's like this.

The 25th and 26th get ugly again with strong winds and rain. Then the last few days, the 27th to the 29th of July, bring massive swell – 13ft to 15ft WSW swells with very long periods (14-15 seconds) and insane energy (up to 8228). This is heavy, groundswell territory. The period over 15 seconds means it'll be better on the point, but at that size, it's for the brave and the stupid. The wind is mostly cross or cross-off, so it'll be clean enough, but the power is serious. Watch from the shore mostly.

So your best calls are Saturday afternoon the 18th for a clean, fun session, Monday the 20th for the big swell if you're a charger, and Friday the 24th for perfect glassy waves. The end of July is for the hardcore only.

Keep your eyes on the horizon and your wax on.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Heavy rain (total 23mm), heaviest during Thu afternoon. Very mild (max 15°C on Tue afternoon, min 12°C on Tue morning). Winds increasing (calm on Mon night, gales from the NNE by Thu afternoon).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Heavy rain (total 137mm), heaviest during Thu night. Very mild (max 14°C on Fri morning, min 11°C on Fri night). Winds decreasing (gales from the NNE on Thu night, light winds from the E by Sat night).

Tuesday
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Wednesday
15
Thursday
16
Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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Mon
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3.5
WSW
14
3
WSW
13
2.5
WSW
13
2.2
W
12
1.7
WNW
9
1.6
NW
8
1.4
WNW
9
0.6
SW
12
0.5
SW
16
0.8
SW
15
1.8
WNW
10
1.5
WNW
10
1.3
SW
12
1.1
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12
1.5
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12
1.3
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12
1.2
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12
1.3
W
11
1
W
11
4
WSW
10
2.4
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
5192
3468
2172
1365
463
267
300
110
129
309
661
419
546
361
672
456
374
410
237
3016
944
Wind (km/h)
5
NE
20
NNE
20
NNE
20
NNE
20
N
15
NE
15
NNE
40
NNE
65
NNE
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10
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20
E
50
N
15
SW
15
NE
10
NNE
Wind State
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High Tide
10:00PM0.93m
10:11AM1.66m
10:50PM0.97m
11:00AM1.69m
11:38PM1.01m
11:48AM1.65m
00:25AM1.04m
12:33PM1.57m
1:12AM1.06m
1:18PM1.43m
2:01AM1.08m
2:03PM1.27m
2:52AM1.08m
2:50PM1.10m
Low Tide
3:29AM0.13m
5:01PM-0.04m
4:21AM0.08m
5:47PM-0.06m
5:11AM0.07m
6:31PM-0.05m
6:02AM0.10m
7:14PM-0.01m
6:53AM0.16m
7:55PM0.06m
7:48AM0.25m
8:36PM0.14m
8:49AM0.35m
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7:48
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Temp °C
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14
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14
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14
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Feels °C
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9
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Information about the Infernillo Surf forecast

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