La Preciosa Surf Break

Lat Long: 19.67° N 70.06° W

La Preciosa Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 pm 10 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's La Preciosa sea temperature is
28.9° C
0.5° 

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


La Preciosa surf forecast from 10 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 15 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 8s period, E swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 17 Aug, 5PM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 12s period, E swell with 1,080 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 12 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 6s period with E swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for La Preciosa this week:

The surf forecast for La Preciosa over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 6s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at La Preciosa in the next 16 days are 1.9m 12s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 17) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives.

Wave TypeTime (AST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 5AM (Wed 12th Aug)3.5ft (1.0m) 6s
Best Surf 5AM (Sat 15th Aug)6ft (1.9m) 8s
Most Powerful 5PM (Mon 17th Aug)6ft (1.9m) 12s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here with a look at the next 16 days for our local spot.

Right off the bat, I gotta be straight with you – it’s a tough outlook. We’re looking at a long, drawn-out run of pretty ordinary conditions starting now and going through the first week. The swell hangs around the 3ft to 6ft range from the east, but the wind is the real killer. It’s almost constantly a cross-off or howling onshore breeze, which means bumpy, messy surfaces most days. The water’s sitting at a warm 84°, which is about average for the time of year.

There are only a couple of windows that look worth paddling out. Wednesday the 12th and Thursday the 13th, early mornings, show a light offshore wind from the ESE. The swell is small – about 4ft and 3ft respectively from the east – and the period is short at 7 seconds. The energy is weak (122 and 92). It’s surfable, but you’ll be working for tiny, weak waves. It’s not going to be a standout session, just a chance to get wet if you’re desperate.

The real story here is the tail end of the forecast. Monday the 17th of August brings a pulse of longer-period groundswell, hitting 6ft from the east with a 12-second period. The energy jumps right up to 1090, which is strong. The problem is the wind is still a messy cross-off from the ENE, and the conditions are described as marginal. It’s big enough that it won't be for the groms, but the quality just isn't there.

Then on Tuesday the 18th of August morning, we get our best chance. The swell drops to a more manageable 5ft from the ENE, but the period is still a decent 10 seconds, with moderate energy (492). More importantly, the wind finally swings offshore from the ESE, promising clean, lined-up surf. This is the standout window – the combination of solid groundswell and clean conditions at La Preciosa is as good as it gets in this forecast. It's a reef break, so expect some power, and with the crowds listed as "sometimes," you might have a few friends out there.

After that, the wind goes bad again, and the swell fades back to tiny, weak 3ft to 5ft junk through the rest of the second week. There are a few more mornings with light offshore wind on the 21st and 22nd of August, but the swell is 4ft and short-period (6 seconds), giving us very ordinary, weak conditions. The energy is pitiful.

Bottom line: The first week is mostly a write-off. Stretch your wetsuit and wait for that Tuesday the 18th of August morning session. That’s the one with the best odds for a proper wave.

Stay patient,
Rusty

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Warm (max 30°C on Mon afternoon, min 25°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Sat morning. Warm (max 29°C on Thu afternoon, min 26°C on Thu night). Mainly fresh winds.

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Energy kJ
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295
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Wind (km/h)
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35
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High Tide
7:02PM0.77m
6:53AM0.48m
7:56PM0.78m
7:54AM0.53m
8:45PM0.77m
8:51AM0.58m
9:31PM0.74m
9:46AM0.62m
10:15PM0.70m
10:39AM0.64m
10:57PM0.64m
11:31AM0.65m
11:38PM0.58m
Low Tide
1:35AM0.17m
12:57PM-0.00m
2:22AM0.15m
1:56PM0.01m
3:07AM0.13m
2:54PM0.04m
3:49AM0.11m
3:51PM0.07m
4:30AM0.10m
4:47PM0.11m
5:10AM0.09m
5:43PM0.15m
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Information about the La Preciosa Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for La Preciosa provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at La Preciosa can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our La Preciosa 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 Preciosa) 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 Preciosa 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 Preciosa is 19 km (12 miles) from Cabrera. If you plan a holiday in Amber Coast, look for hotels and other accommodation in Cabrera. Cabrera has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

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