
Surf Forecasts:
K-38 surf forecast from 3 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 8 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 16s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 7 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 19s period, SW swell with 811 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 8 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 16s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for K-38 this week:
The surf forecast for K-38 over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 08) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.9m and 7s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at K-38 in the next 16 days are 1.1m 19s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 07) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Wed 8th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Wed 8th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Tue 7th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 19s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for K-38 over the next 16 days.
Updates in hr min s Forecast update imminent
Alright, let me give it to you straight for the next couple of weeks. It's a slow burn, with a couple of moments that might be worth the wait.
The first week is a struggle. We're looking at tiny swell, mostly 2ft from the South-Southwest, and the wind has been junk—cross-onshore almost constantly, just chopping up anything that comes through. The water temp here at K-38 is 68°, which is pretty normal for this time of year. The energy is moderate, but with that wind, it's a write-off.
As we roll into the second week, there's a little shift. On Wednesday the 8th of July, the wind goes offshore and light, which is a huge deal. The swell holds at a tiny 4ft from the Southwest, but the energy jumps up, and with that clean offshore breeze from the West at 9 mph, it could clean up nicely. It's not going to be pumping, but for a reef break like this, a glassy morning with a solid 16-second period could give you a few fun, lined-up waves.
The best shot is the morning of Wednesday the 8th of July. Swell is 4ft from the Southwest, a long 16-second period, and the wind is offshore. The water will be clean, and the energy is there (828). It's the standout in a quiet forecast—just don't expect it to be firing all day.
It's a wait-and-see forecast. Keep an eye on that Wednesday.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Fri afternoon, min 17°C on Thu morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Mon afternoon, min 18°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 2 | Friday 3 | Saturday 4 | Sunday 5 | Monday 6 | Tuesday 7 | Wednesday 8 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SSW 18 | SW 15 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SSW 18 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 18 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 17 |
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201 | 273 | 226 | 436 | 362 | 264 | 264 | 214 | 214 | 312 | 246 | 464 | 306 | 309 | 388 | 719 | 455 | 547 | 617 | 617 | 632 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | on |
High Tide | 12:15PM1.47m | 10:48PM2.03m | 12:49PM1.50m | 11:23PM1.91m | 1:22PM1.54m | 00:01AM1.76m | 1:58PM1.61m | 00:50AM1.58m | 2:36PM1.70m | 2:00AM1.39m | 3:21PM1.80m | 3:46AM1.25m | 4:12PM1.92m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 4:39PM1.11m | 6:07AM0.32m | 5:23PM1.12m | 6:36AM0.41m | 6:17PM1.13m | 7:05AM0.51m | 7:25PM1.11m | 7:36AM0.63m | 8:51PM1.03m | 8:13AM0.76m | 10:24PM0.87m | 9:00AM0.89m | 11:44PM0.65m | ||||||||
5:45 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:46 | — | — | 5:46 | — | — | 5:46 | — | — | 5:47 | — | — | 5:47 | — | — | |
— | 7:58 | — | — | 7:58 | — | — | 7:58 | — | — | 7:58 | — | — | 7:58 | — | — | 7:57 | — | — | 7:57 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 19 | 20 | 18 | 21 | 22 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 19 | 21 | 22 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 19 | 22 | 22 | 19 |
Feels °C | 17 | 17 | 16 | 19 | 19 | 17 | 20 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 21 | 22 | 19 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SSW 18 | SW 15 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 18 | SW 18 | WNW 7 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 17 |
201 | 273 | 226 | 436 | 362 | 264 | 264 | 214 | 186 | 312 | 246 | 464 | 306 | 306 | 358 | 719 | 455 | 75 | 617 | 617 | 632 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 18 | SW 15 | WNW 5 | S 11 | S 10 | W 5 | SSW 19 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | W 5 | SSW 21 | SW 20 | WNW 6 | WNW 12 | SW 14 | SSW 18 | WNW 7 | WNW 11 | W 7 |
176 | 178 | 17 | 20 | 18 | 12 | 146 | 146 | 214 | 114 | 116 | 17 | 178 | 309 | 45 | 28 | 169 | 547 | 86 | 12 | 103 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 10 | S 11 | S 11 | WNW 9 | SSW 21 | S 10 | S 10 | S 10 | W 4 | S 9 | SSW 24 | SW 22 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SW 20 | S 7 | SSW 20 | SSW 14 | SSW 19 | — | — |
48 | 21 | 21 | 8 | 44 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 9 | 7 | 54 | 227 | 47 | 28 | 388 | 1 | 82 | 134 | 125 | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | WNW 10 | — | W 5 | WNW 4 | — | W 5 | WNW 4 | WNW 4 | WNW 4 | WNW 4 | WNW 5 | WNW 5 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | WNW 7 | WNW 7 | — | — | WNW 7 | — |
— | 74 | — | 12 | 19 | — | 12 | 10 | 11 | 7 | 13 | 27 | 23 | 45 | 66 | 58 | 82 | — | — | 89 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 53 | 53 | 2 | 52 | 52 | 3 | 405 | 52 | 2 | 52 | 53 | 2 | 52 | 53 | 2 | 53 | 53 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
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Information about the K-38 Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for K-38 provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at K-38 can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our K-38 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 (K-38) 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 K-38 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.
K-38 is 11 km (7 miles) from the very large city of Rosarito. If you plan a holiday in Baja Norte, look for hotels and other accommodation in Rosarito. Rosarito has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as cheap car hire and transport links.










