
Surf Forecasts:
La Chocolatera surf forecast from 31 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 6 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 18s period, SW swell with 432 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 0.8m 18s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 06) at 10PM. 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 | 10PM (Thu 6th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 18s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for La Chocolatera over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get into it.
Right off the bat, I gotta be straight with you – the next couple of weeks are looking pretty grim for a proper surf. We’ve got a long, dry spell ahead. The only spot on the radar is La Chocolatera, and even then it’s a tough sell. The whole 16-day window is basically a write-off for good waves, so don’t hold your breath.
The water is running way warmer than normal for this time of year, sitting at 80°, which is a solid 11° above what we’d expect. That’s a strange one, for sure.
For the first week, from Thursday the 30th of July right through to the 6th of August, every single session is rated as poor. The swell is tiny, mostly hovering from 2 ft to 4 ft from the SW, and the wind is almost always onshore or cross-onshore. It’s a mess. The energy is low to moderate, with readings like 463 (moderate) on Thursday morning, but it doesn’t matter because the conditions are just junk. Even the 13-second period on the 30th and 31st, which usually gives a bit of shape, is being trashed by the wind. This is a classic case of “don’t bother.”
Then we hit the 7th of August. Friday morning sees a pulse of swell – 3 ft from the SW with a very long 16-second period. The combined energy jumps to 704 (strong), and the wind is light from the SSW (offshore). This is the closest thing we get to a standout. The water will be glassy and clean. But the score is marginal, and this break is already inconsistent, so you’re gambling on it even firing. The afternoon of the 7th gets blown out by a 12 mph onshore wind, so that window is tight.
After that, from the 8th through the 14th of August, it’s back to the same old story. Poor surf, small swell, and onshore winds. The 12th of August morning has a 2 ft swell with an 18-second period and a combined energy of 505 (strong), but it’s still rated marginal. The light offshore wind from the SW might make it clean, but the swell is tiny. Don’t expect much.
So, the only real highlight is Friday morning, the 7th of August. If you’re an intermediate surfer who knows this inconsistent point break (La Chocolatera) and you’re patient, there’s a shot at a clean, long-period groundswell. The swell direction is right on the money from the SW. Just know that with that 18-second period, it might be a bit too straight for the beach breaks, but on a point, it could be proper. Crowds are possible, so be ready for company.
The rest of the 16 days? It’s a ghost town. A blank run like this isn’t unusual for the area, but it still stings. Forecasts can change, but right now, keep your board in the car and your expectations low.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Thu afternoon, min 23°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Sun afternoon, min 23°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Thu 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | ||||||||||||||
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 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | WSW 15 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 13 | WSW 13 | SW 12 | WSW 12 | WSW 12 | SW 12 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 15 | SW 13 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
431 | 411 | 311 | 306 | 209 | 164 | 130 | 144 | 147 | 249 | 180 | 114 | 159 | 101 | 96 | 67 | 136 | 175 | 134 | 215 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | on | on |
High Tide | 4:28PM1.96m | 5:04AM2.11m | 5:03PM1.99m | 5:36AM2.15m | 5:39PM1.99m | 6:07AM2.17m | 6:16PM1.97m | 6:40AM2.15m | 6:55PM1.92m | 7:15AM2.11m | 7:39PM1.86m | 7:56AM2.04m | 8:30PM1.79m | |||||||
Low Tide | 10:43PM0.24m | 11:10AM0.49m | 11:16PM0.25m | 11:44AM0.45m | 11:48PM0.28m | 12:19PM0.43m | 00:22AM0.34m | 12:56PM0.42m | 00:58AM0.42m | 1:35PM0.42m | 1:39AM0.51m | 2:21PM0.45m | 2:28AM0.61m | |||||||
— | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | |
6:30 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:30 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 |
Feels °C | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 25 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SW 13 | SSW 6 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 13 | SSW 6 | SW 12 | WSW 12 | SSW 6 | SW 12 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 13 |
431 | 411 | 103 | 306 | 209 | 121 | 86 | 114 | 147 | 249 | 180 | 41 | 159 | 101 | 41 | 67 | 136 | 175 | 127 | 215 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | SW 13 | SW 6 | WSW 17 | SW 12 | SW 11 | WSW 15 | WSW 14 | WSW 14 | WNW 11 | WSW 13 | SW 9 | SW 9 | WSW 12 | SW 14 | SW 8 | SSW 5 | SW 15 | SW 11 |
— | — | 311 | 78 | 28 | 164 | 130 | 144 | 140 | 168 | 11 | 114 | 28 | 40 | 96 | 33 | 18 | 17 | 134 | 112 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 12 | W 8 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 16 | WSW 16 | WNW 11 | NW 11 | NW 11 | WSW 13 | SW 10 | NW 10 | NW 11 | SW 9 | SW 9 | SSW 6 | SW 20 | SW 21 | SW 18 |
6 | 1 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 66 | 100 | 12 | 5 | 5 | 118 | 61 | 4 | 4 | 14 | 13 | 4 | 15 | 17 | 52 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 5 | SSW 5 | — | — | SSW 6 | — | — | SW 8 | SSW 6 | SW 6 | SW 10 | — | SW 6 | SW 5 | — | SW 7 | SW 5 | — | SW 5 | SSW 8 |
22 | 41 | — | — | 63 | — | — | 86 | 52 | 31 | 154 | — | 40 | 28 | — | 62 | 19 | — | 11 | 43 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1051 | 28 | 7 | 1055 | 174 | 7 | 687 | 168 | 142 | 1051 | 7 | 7 | 1172 | 7 | 7 | 1172 | 7 | 2 | 1051 | 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.











