
Surf Forecasts:
La Chocolatera surf forecast from 3 Sep 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Friday 4 Sep, 4PM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 16s period, SW swell with 1,467 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for La Chocolatera this week:
The most powerful waves expected at La Chocolatera in the next 16 days are 1.7m 16s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 04) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (-05) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 4PM (Fri 4th Sep) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for La Chocolatera over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming up for La Chocolatera.
Honestly, the next couple of weeks are looking pretty average. We’ve got a run of onshore wind and small, messy swell that’s going to make it a struggle. There’s no standout day that’s going to have you racing to the water, but there are a few windows where the conditions might just be worth a look if you’re desperate.
The water is sitting about average for this time of year, so nothing unusual to report there.
The first real chance to get wet kicks off on Thursday the 3rd of September in the morning. We’re looking at a 3ft swell from the southwest, but the wind is onshore from the SSW at 9 mph. The swell is packing some long-period energy at 18 seconds, which is a proper groundswell, but that combined energy is only moderate at 815 and the report says it’s marginal. That long period can make a beach break like this one a bit tricky, but the point might just offer a few runners. The afternoon goes to poor with the wind picking up.
Friday the 4th of September sees a bump in size. The morning brings 5ft SW swell with a 16-second period, combined energy climbing to 1299 (moderate). Still onshore wind though, from the SSW at 9 mph. It’s still marginal. The afternoon gets a bit bigger at 6ft, but the wind swings more WSW and the energy jumps to 1536, yet the scores drop. It’s not looking clean.
Saturday the 5th of September is a bit smaller again, 5ft SW swell with a 15-second period and moderate energy at 1003. The morning has onshore wind, but it’s still marginal. The afternoon turns cross-onshore and choppy, so that’s a write-off.
From Sunday the 6th of September through to Thursday the 10th of September, it’s a real grind. The swell hangs around the 3ft to 4ft mark, but the wind is consistently onshore or cross-onshore. The combined energy sits between 563 and 880, which is weak to moderate. The scores are all poor or marginal. This is a stretch of days where you’d be better off doing something else.
The following week, from Friday the 11th of September onwards, the size drops off even more. We’re looking at 4ft and smaller, with onshore winds. The combined energy falls below 550, which is weak. The last few days of the forecast, you’re looking at 2ft to 3ft swells, and while the period gets long again (up to 21 seconds), there’s just no power behind it. The energy is barely above 300. It’s a quiet end to the outlook.
Given the persistent onshore wind and small, often weak swell, this setup is honestly more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing for most of the period. The point at La Chocolatera is inconsistent and with these conditions, you’ll be hunting for scraps.
Keep your eyes on the forecasts, this could change, but right now, it’s a tough call.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Wed night, min 24°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummarySome drizzle, heaviest during Sat night. Warm (max 24°C on Sat night, min 23°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 3 | Friday 4 | Saturday 5 | Sunday 6 | Monday 7 | Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | |||||||||||||||
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 18 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 16 | SW 18 | SW 14 | SW 16 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
649 | 607 | 1305 | 1239 | 1467 | 1193 | 940 | 928 | 810 | 630 | 471 | 394 | 336 | 331 | 254 | 400 | 375 | 532 | 401 | 459 | 834 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | on |
High Tide | 7:28AM2.03m | 8:10PM1.85m | 8:20AM1.90m | 9:17PM1.75m | 9:28AM1.78m | 10:41PM1.71m | 10:53AM1.73m | 00:08AM1.78m | 12:19PM1.77m | 1:19AM1.93m | 1:29PM1.89m | 2:14AM2.10m | 2:26PM2.03m | 3:01AM2.25m | |||||||
Low Tide | 1:53PM0.36m | 2:10AM0.62m | 2:51PM0.45m | 3:17AM0.74m | 4:05PM0.52m | 4:45AM0.80m | 5:30PM0.51m | 6:17AM0.75m | 6:47PM0.43m | 7:30AM0.61m | 7:49PM0.31m | 8:26AM0.45m | 8:40PM0.21m | ||||||||
6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | |
— | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:23 | — | — | 6:23 | — | — | 6:23 | — | — | 6:23 | — | — | 6:22 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 |
Feels °C | 25 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 23 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 16 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 16 |
649 | 607 | 1305 | 1239 | 1467 | 1193 | 940 | 928 | 810 | 630 | 471 | 394 | 336 | 331 | 216 | 400 | 375 | 532 | 401 | 459 | 834 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 11 | SW 11 | W 11 | SSW 6 | SW 10 | WNW 11 | SSW 6 | SW 5 | W 10 | SW 21 | SW 20 | SW 5 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 19 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 5 |
96 | 92 | 2 | 56 | 25 | 12 | 51 | 22 | 2 | 18 | 61 | 10 | 252 | 300 | 254 | 144 | 144 | 179 | 375 | 375 | 20 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SW 14 | — | NW 10 | — | S 10 | WNW 11 | W 13 | SW 22 | W 12 | WNW 10 | SW 19 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 11 | WNW 11 | WNW 11 |
46 | 149 | — | 4 | — | 2 | 12 | 3 | 18 | 3 | 10 | 183 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 12 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 5 | SW 4 | SSW 5 | — | SW 6 | SSW 5 | — | — | — | SSW 5 | SW 5 | — | SSW 4 | SW 4 | SSW 4 | SSW 5 | SW 5 | SSW 5 | SSW 6 | SW 5 | — |
24 | 28 | 46 | — | 44 | 34 | — | — | — | 15 | 21 | — | 8 | 8 | 11 | 19 | 25 | 34 | 51 | 34 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 7 | 1053 | 40 | 7 | 888 | 28 | 7 | 1051 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 1051 | 7 | 10 | 1059 | 40 | 7 | 1189 | 7 |
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Information about the La Chocolatera Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for La Chocolatera provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at La Chocolatera can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our La Chocolatera 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 (La Chocolatera) 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 La Chocolatera 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.
La Chocolatera is 4 km (2 miles) from the city of Salinas. If you plan a holiday in Guayas, look for hotels and other accommodation in Salinas. Salinas has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.










