Surf Forecasts:
Izquierda surf forecast from 20 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Monday 24 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 13s period, NNW swell with 1,041 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Izquierda this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Izquierda in the next 16 days are 1.8m 13s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 24) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.3m 8s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 27) at 7PM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 1AM (Mon 24th Aug) | 6ft (1.8m) 13s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Izquierda over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, Rusty here, and I’ve got to be straight with you—this stretch isn’t looking like a classic. The whole 16-day window from now through to early September is a write-off for any kind of decent surf. Every single flagged session at Izquierda is slapped with the "poor surf conditions" tag and a score of zero, so there’s nothing to get excited about.
Let’s talk about why. The first run from Thursday the 20th of August through to Wednesday the 2nd of September is a long, flat grind. The wind is almost always onshore or cross-onshore, blowing from the NNE or N at 12 to 22 mph, which is the kiss of death for a reef break like Izquierda. It’s exposed to the north, and that swell direction is off the mark—it grabs the optimum from the NW, but we’re seeing mostly N and NNE swell. The combined energy is weak to moderate, with values like 177 (Thursday morning) and 174 (Thursday afternoon) early on, then a few days with moderate energy like 955 (Monday the 24th morning) and 881 (Sunday the 30th morning), but it’s all wasted. The water temperature is around 75°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, but that’s a small comfort when the waves are junk.
Through the second week, from Thursday the 3rd of September to Friday the 4th, there’s no change. Still onshore winds, still poor conditions. The swell bumps up to 5 ft on the Thursday, but with a period of 6–7 seconds and wind ruining it, you’re better off staying home.
The only interesting note is Sunday the 23rd of August afternoon, when a 3 ft swell from the NNW with a long 15-second period and moderate energy (553) came through, but it’s still onshore wind and poor. Long-period groundswell like that can be juicy at a reef, but you need the wind to play ball.
Honestly, this is a blank run. If you’re a kite surfer, the setup might be more interesting with the consistent wind, but for paddle surfing, it’s a dud. Forecasts can change, but right now, I’d call it a long wait.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Fri morning, min 21°C on Fri night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Mon afternoon, min 21°C on Sun morning). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | |||||||||||||||
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) | N 8 | N 8 | N 6 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 6 | N 7 | N 10 | N 10 | NNW 15 | NNW 13 | NNW 12 | NNW 12 | NNW 10 | NNW 10 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | N 8 | N 8 | N 8 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
132 | 132 | 53 | 144 | 110 | 71 | 80 | 94 | 104 | 186 | 376 | 1041 | 948 | 780 | 458 | 245 | 181 | 96 | 195 | 64 | 135 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 7:54PM1.56m | 8:36AM1.59m | 9:34PM1.48m | 10:16AM1.61m | 11:07PM1.55m | 11:31AM1.73m | 00:05AM1.68m | 12:20PM1.90m | 00:45AM1.83m | 12:58PM2.07m | 1:19AM1.98m | 1:31PM2.23m | 1:51AM2.11m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 1:30PM0.83m | 1:56AM0.90m | 3:06PM0.92m | 3:39AM0.95m | 4:52PM0.87m | 5:09AM0.87m | 5:56PM0.73m | 6:04AM0.72m | 6:39PM0.58m | 6:43AM0.57m | 7:13PM0.43m | 7:16AM0.42m | 7:45PM0.29m | ||||||||
7:26 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | |
— | 8:30 | — | — | 8:29 | — | — | 8:28 | — | — | 8:27 | — | — | 8:25 | — | — | 8:24 | — | — | 8:23 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 |
Feels °C | 21 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | N 7 | NW 9 | NW 8 | WNW 8 | NNW 12 | N 11 | N 10 | N 10 | NNW 15 | NNW 13 | NNW 12 | NNW 12 | NNW 10 | NNW 10 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | NW 9 | N 8 | NW 9 |
38 | 35 | 53 | 19 | 18 | 13 | 50 | 94 | 104 | 186 | 376 | 1041 | 948 | 780 | 458 | 245 | 181 | 96 | 3 | 64 | 3 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SW 13 | WNW 9 | SW 14 | SW 14 | NW 10 | WNW 8 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | N 12 | N 9 | WNW 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 7 | W 10 | NW 10 | W 7 | NW 9 | W 9 |
7 | 7 | 31 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 14 | 16 | 7 | 26 | 133 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 13 | S 13 | SW 14 | W 12 | NW 11 | N 14 | N 10 | S 13 | S 13 | WNW 9 | N 11 | N 7 | — | — | — | W 11 | S 11 | W 7 | S 11 | S 10 | W 6 |
3 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 39 | 1 | — | — | — | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 8 | N 8 | N 6 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 6 | N 7 | N 7 | — | NE 4 | NE 3 | NE 4 | NE 4 | NE 4 | N 4 | N 4 | N 5 | N 8 | N 5 | N 8 |
132 | 132 | 48 | 144 | 110 | 71 | 80 | 88 | 67 | — | 5 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 17 | 26 | 28 | 195 | 39 | 135 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 195 | 175 | 19 | 195 | 175 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 7 | 175 | 19 | 19 | 175 | 19 | 175 | 19 | 281 | 288 | 19 | 384 |
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Information about the Izquierda Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Izquierda provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Izquierda can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Izquierda 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 (Izquierda) 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 Izquierda 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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