Surf Forecasts:
La Preciosa surf forecast from 31 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 31 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 11s period, E swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 31 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 11s period, E swell with 1,086 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 31 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 11s 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 Monday (Aug 31) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.2m and 11s period. 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 2.2m 11s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 31) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.1m 5s period and expected on Wednesday (Sep 02) at 11PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8AM (Mon 31st Aug) | 7ft (2.2m) 11s |
| Best Surf | 8AM (Mon 31st Aug) | 7ft (2.2m) 11s |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Mon 31st Aug) | 7ft (2.2m) 11s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for La Preciosa over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s look at what’s cooking for us. We’ve got a solid window coming up, but it’s not all smooth sailing. There’s a bit of a wait for the good stuff, so let’s be patient.
The action kicks off with a bang on Monday the 31st of August. Early morning at La Preciosa is where it’s at. We’re looking at a solid 7 ft easterly swell with a 10-second period – that’s a proper groundswell pushing through. The combined energy is moderate-strong (975), and with a gentle offshore breeze from the ESE, the surface will be glassy. The water is sitting at 85°F, which is about average for this time of year. This is the standout of the whole forecast; it’s clean, powerful, and has some real grunt. This is a consistent, exposed reef break, so it’s for advanced surfers only. The swell direction is from the east, which is right on the money for this spot. Expect crowds here, as it’s a known spot.
That Monday morning is the absolute peak. The afternoon stays around 6 ft, but the wind swings cross-offshore and gets a bit punchy, making it less clean. Tuesday morning on the 1st of September drops to 4 ft, still cross-off and clean, but the energy is weaker (272). The rest of the first week is a bit of a write-off. From Tuesday afternoon right through to the end of the first week, the swell drops and the wind stays cross-off, giving us poor surf conditions. We’re looking at a gap of a few days with nothing worth paddling for.
Moving into the second week, we see a glimmer of hope. On Monday morning the 7th of September, the swell bumps back up to 4 ft from the east with a 9-second period. The combined energy is moderate (216), and the morning offshore wind from the ESE returns. It’s a promising option, but it’s a long way out, so don’t lock it in yet. The forecast gets a bit more consistent after that, with the morning sessions on the 8th and 11th of September offering some moderate offshore breeze and clean conditions with 3 ft to 4 ft east swell. The energy is light to moderate across these days. It’s not the beast we saw on the 31st, but it’s a surfable option for the dedicated.
Overall, the best on offer is without a doubt that Monday the 31st of August morning. Grab it if you can. After that, it’s a waiting game for a few smaller, cleaner windows in the second week.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 14mm), heaviest on Wed night. Warm (max 31°C on Mon afternoon, min 25°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Fri night. Warm (max 30°C on Fri afternoon, min 26°C on Thu morning). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | Thursday 3 | Friday 4 | Saturday 5 | Sunday 6 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 10 | E 10 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 | E 7 | N 9 | E 5 | E 6 | E 8 | E 6 | E 7 | E 7 | E 8 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
973 | 701 | 501 | 270 | 299 | 99 | 136 | 161 | 21 | 20 | 72 | 10 | 10 | 2 | 33 | 34 | 124 | 74 | 106 | 104 | 125 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off |
High Tide | 10:53AM0.66m | 10:56PM0.55m | 11:42AM0.67m | 11:37PM0.51m | 12:35PM0.68m | 00:22AM0.47m | 1:33PM0.68m | 1:15AM0.44m | 2:36PM0.68m | 2:17AM0.42m | 3:43PM0.69m | 3:27AM0.43m | 4:48PM0.70m | 4:40AM0.45m | |||||||
Low Tide | 5:09PM0.16m | 5:03AM0.08m | 6:04PM0.18m | 5:44AM0.07m | 7:04PM0.20m | 6:32AM0.06m | 8:10PM0.21m | 7:27AM0.05m | 9:20PM0.22m | 8:31AM0.05m | 10:27PM0.22m | 9:39AM0.06m | 11:28PM0.20m | ||||||||
6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | |
— | 6:55 | — | — | 6:54 | — | — | 6:53 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:51 | — | |
mm | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 2 | — | — | 8 | — | — | — | 1 | — | 3 | — | — | 2 | — | — | 2 |
Temp °C | 29 | 31 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 29 |
Feels °C | 32 | 32 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 28 | 31 | 30 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 30 | 30 | 32 | 31 | 30 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 10 | E 10 | E 9 | E 9 | N 10 | E 5 | N 11 | N 11 | E 8 | E 5 | N 10 | E 7 | E 7 | N 9 | E 5 | E 6 | N 8 | E 6 | E 7 | NNE 8 | E 8 |
973 | 701 | 501 | 270 | 2 | 43 | 2 | 2 | 21 | 20 | 2 | 10 | 10 | 2 | 33 | 34 | 1 | 74 | 106 | 7 | 125 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 11 | N 11 | N 10 | N 10 | — | E 9 | N 11 | — | N 11 | E 8 | N 10 | N 10 | N 10 | N 9 | ENE 7 | E 8 | N 8 | E 8 | NE 8 | NE 12 | NNE 8 |
2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | — | 99 | 2 | — | 2 | 20 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 21 | 1 | 30 | 2 | 5 | 6 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 9 | — | N 11 | NE 8 | — | NE 10 | — | — | E 9 | N 8 | — | N 8 | — | NE 12 | NNE 10 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | 2 | 3 | — | 4 | — | — | 7 | 1 | — | 1 | — | 6 | 11 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | E 9 | — | E 8 | E 8 | E 5 | — | E 8 | E 5 | E 5 | E 5 | — | — | E 8 | — | — | E 7 | SSE 3 |
— | — | — | — | 299 | — | 136 | 161 | 43 | — | 72 | 22 | 25 | 36 | — | — | 124 | — | — | 104 | 4 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 327 | 0 | 333 | 601 | 0 | 601 | 333 | 18 | 711 | 1008 | 49 | 262 | 601 | 2 | 2 | 888 | 0 | 262 | 383 | 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.
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.











