
Surf Forecasts:
La Preciosa surf forecast from 4 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 10 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 7s period, E swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 11 Sep, 2PM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 8s period, E swell with 289 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 5 Sep, 5AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 9s 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 Saturday (Sep 05) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at La Preciosa in the next 16 days are 1.5m 8s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 11) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.2m 6s period and expected on Wednesday (Sep 09) at 2AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Sat 5th Sep) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 2AM (Thu 10th Sep) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 7s |
| Most Powerful | 2PM (Fri 11th Sep) | 5ft (1.5m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for La Preciosa over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let’s talk about what we’ve got coming up for La Preciosa.
Honestly, I’m looking at a pretty bleak stretch ahead. The first week and a half is mostly a write-off if you’re hoping for anything decent. The wind is mainly cross-off or cross, and while the water is a balmy 85°F right now, which is about normal for this time of year, the swell just isn’t cooperating. The wave energy is mostly weak, with readings under 100 in the early days, and swell heights barely topping 3 ft with a short, weak period of 5 to 8 seconds. It’s clean, but that’s about the only good thing I can say—it’s not really surfable.
The first real glimmer of hope shows up on Monday morning, September 7th. We get a switch to actual offshore wind from the ESE at 12 mph, which is a big positive for La Preciosa, a reef break that’s exposed to the north. The swell is small at 3 ft from the east, with a period of 8 seconds, and the combined energy is just 92, so it’s weak. But with offshore wind, it’s clean and you might get a few fun ones. The conditions are still “very ordinary,” but it’s a start.
After that, it’s back to poor conditions for days. On Thursday, September 10th, the morning shows a “marginal” forecast with 4 ft of east swell and a 7-second period, but the energy is up to 264, which is moderate. Still, the wind is cross-off, so it’s not the best.
The standout of the whole period, and I mean the only real standout, is Friday morning, September 11th. This is the one to circle. The wind goes offshore again, this time from the ESE at 16 mph, and the swell is 4 ft from the east with an 8-second period. The combined energy hits 252, which is moderate. The forecast actually says “expect good surf conditions,” and with a score that points to a decent session, this is the best we’ll see. The water is still warm, and with offshore wind, it’ll be clean. The swell direction matches the optimum north input for this reef, so it should line up nicely. It’s not huge, but for a dedicated surfer, this is the morning to be in the water.
After that, it’s back to the grind. The rest of the 16 days is a mix of poor conditions, with only a few more “marginal” or “ordinary” moments. The wind stays cross-off, and the swell never really gets going. The energy is moderate at best, hitting 271 in the afternoons, but the wind ruins it.
So, bottom line: if you’re local, you’ve got one good window—Friday morning, September 11th. Get out there early. Otherwise, it’s a long, flat, frustrated wait. The forecasts can change, so don’t give up hope, but right now, it’s a tough stretch.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Fri night. Warm (max 30°C on Sat afternoon, min 25°C on Fri night). Winds increasing (light winds from the SSE on Fri morning, fresh winds from the E by Sun afternoon). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Warm (max 30°C on Mon morning, min 26°C on Mon night). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Friday 4 | Saturday 5 | Sunday 6 | Monday 7 | Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | |||||||||||||||
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) | E 5 | E 7 | E 7 | E 8 | E 8 | E 5 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | NE 12 | NE 11 | E 8 | NE 10 | NE 10 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 8 | E 8 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
13 | 38 | 35 | 88 | 130 | 41 | 72 | 137 | 30 | 72 | 22 | 41 | 74 | 35 | 37 | 123 | 154 | 189 | 173 | 187 | 208 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off |
High Tide | 2:36PM0.68m | 2:17AM0.42m | 3:43PM0.69m | 3:27AM0.43m | 4:48PM0.70m | 4:40AM0.45m | 5:49PM0.71m | 5:48AM0.50m | 6:44PM0.71m | 6:50AM0.55m | 7:34PM0.71m | 7:46AM0.61m | 8:19PM0.68m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 9:20PM0.22m | 8:31AM0.05m | 10:27PM0.22m | 9:39AM0.06m | 11:28PM0.20m | 10:48AM0.06m | 00:20AM0.18m | 11:54AM0.06m | 1:07AM0.16m | 12:55PM0.06m | 1:49AM0.14m | 1:53PM0.07m | 2:29AM0.12m | ||||||||
6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | |
— | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:51 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:49 | — | — | 6:47 | — | — | 6:46 | — | |
mm | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 |
Temp °C | 28 | 29 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 27 | 29 | 30 | 28 |
Feels °C | 30 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 30 | 30 | 32 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 30 | 31 | 33 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 30 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 5 | E 10 | E 7 | E 8 | N 8 | E 5 | E 8 | N 7 | E 8 | NNE 9 | NE 12 | E 8 | NE 10 | NE 10 | NE 10 | NE 11 | NNE 11 | N 10 | E 7 | N 10 | E 8 |
13 | 2 | 35 | 88 | 1 | 41 | 72 | 1 | 30 | 8 | 22 | 32 | 37 | 35 | 37 | 30 | 25 | 30 | 173 | 70 | 208 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 7 | N 9 | E 9 | N 8 | — | E 8 | N 8 | — | NE 10 | NE 11 | NNE 8 | NE 11 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 12 | NE 11 | NE 11 | N 10 | NE 10 | N 9 |
9 | 2 | 15 | 1 | — | 29 | 1 | — | 4 | 5 | 6 | 41 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 30 | 19 | 73 | 4 | 45 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 10 | N 9 | N 9 | — | — | N 8 | — | — | N 7 | NE 13 | N 9 | N 8 | N 7 | N 7 | N 8 | N 7 | N 6 | NNE 12 | NE 11 | NNE 10 | NE 10 |
2 | 2 | 2 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 18 | 10 | 4 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | E 7 | — | — | E 8 | — | — | E 8 | E 5 | E 8 | E 4 | E 5 | E 8 | E 6 | E 6 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | — | E 8 | — |
— | 38 | — | — | 130 | — | — | 137 | 45 | 72 | 46 | 27 | 74 | 56 | 92 | 123 | 154 | 189 | — | 187 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 601 | 601 | 2 | 333 | 601 | 0 | 872 | 788 | 18 | 0 | 382 | 0 | 333 | 907 | 68 | 1061 | 327 | 0 | 327 | 327 | 0 |
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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.
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