
Surf Forecasts:
La Preciosa surf forecast from 15 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 20 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 7s period, E swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 21 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 7s period, E swell with 233 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 16 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 7s 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 Thursday (Jul 16) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 7s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 8s. Another secondary swell of 0.1m and 9s is also forecast. 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 7s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 21) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.3m 6s period and expected on Friday (Jul 17) at 8PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2AM (Thu 16th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 7s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Mon 20th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 7s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Tue 21st Jul) | 5ft (1.5m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for La Preciosa over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming up for La Preciosa over the next couple of weeks.
Honestly, mate, it’s a frustrating run. For a spot that’s described as very consistent and exposed to the swell, the next 16 days are mostly a write-off. The water is sitting at a warm 83°F, which is about average for this time of year, so at least you won’t need a thick wetsuit. But the ocean is not cooperating.
We kick off on Wednesday, 15th July, but it’s all poor surf conditions. The swell is a weak 3 ft from the east with a short, fat period of 7 seconds, and the combined energy is feeble (110). The wind is a cross-off at 16 mph, so it’s not clean, not horrible, but just not doing anything for the wave shape. Honestly, there’s nothing to get excited about for the first week.
The whole first week is a grind. From Thursday, 16th July through to Sunday, 26th July, the swell stays small, mostly between 1 ft and 5 ft, and the period almost never gets above 7 seconds. That is pure windswell, short and choppy. The combined energy values are mostly in the low 100s to mid-200s, which is moderate at best. The wind is consistently a cross-off from the east or ESE at 12 to 19 mph, so it’s never glassy, never offshore. It’s just a constant, mediocre cross-off breeze. The wave comment is almost always “poor surf conditions” or at best “marginal surf forecast.” There is a gap of several days right through the middle of the period where there is no real recommendation at all. It’s a blank run.
Now, there’s a tiny flicker of hope on Tuesday, 28th July, in the morning. The wind finally swings to offshore from the ESE at 16 mph, and the swell is 3 ft from the east. The period is still short at 6 seconds, and the combined energy is low (91), but the comment says “surfable waves but very ordinary conditions.” For this spot, that’s the best on offer. It’s not a standout wave, but it's the only window where the wind is truly offshore and the surf is rideable. Don’t expect much—tiny, weak waves—but it’ll be clean.
The afternoon of the 28th sees the swell bump up to 4 ft with a slightly better 8-second period, and the combined energy hits 208 (moderate), but the wind goes back to cross-off, so it’s messy again.
After that, it’s back to the same story: 3 ft to 4 ft, short period, cross-off winds, and poor conditions all the way to Thursday, 30th July.
If you’re a kite surfer, this persistent cross-off wind and small, choppy swell might look interesting. For paddle surfing, it’s a tough stretch. The one true standout, if you can call it that, is the morning of Tuesday, 28th July—it’s the only time you’ll get clean conditions, even if the waves are tiny.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Thu night. Warm (max 28°C on Wed afternoon, min 25°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Sun morning. Warm (max 28°C on Sat afternoon, min 25°C on Sat night). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wed 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | |||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 7 | E 7 | N 7 | N 7 | E 8 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 7 | E 7 | E 6 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | ENE 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
108 | 107 | 10 | 9 | 18 | 119 | 112 | 132 | 153 | 149 | 132 | 149 | 153 | 173 | 194 | 223 | 233 | 156 | 150 | 131 | 113 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 9:56PM0.80m | 10:02AM0.55m | 10:44PM0.77m | 11:00AM0.58m | 11:30PM0.71m | 11:58AM0.60m | 00:15AM0.65m | 12:56PM0.62m | 00:59AM0.58m | 1:54PM0.62m | 1:42AM0.52m | 2:51PM0.62m | 2:27AM0.46m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 3:01PM-0.01m | 4:25AM0.12m | 4:00PM0.03m | 5:11AM0.11m | 5:00PM0.08m | 5:55AM0.11m | 6:01PM0.13m | 6:39AM0.11m | 7:03PM0.18m | 7:22AM0.10m | 8:07PM0.22m | 8:04AM0.10m | 9:13PM0.25m | 8:48AM0.11m | |||||||
— | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:11 | |
7:22 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:21 | — | — | 7:21 | — | — | 7:21 | — | — | 7:21 | — | 7:20 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | 2 | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | 4 | 3 |
Temp °C | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 26 | 28 | 28 | 26 | 28 | 28 | 26 | 28 | 28 | 26 | 28 | 28 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 26 | 27 |
Feels °C | 29 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 29 | 27 | 26 | 29 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 26 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 9 | N 8 | N 7 | N 7 | E 8 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NE 9 | NE 9 | NE 9 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 9 | NE 9 | NE 8 | NE 8 | ENE 7 | E 7 | NE 10 | E 7 |
2 | 5 | 10 | 9 | 18 | 5 | 10 | 5 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 3 | 156 | 150 | 4 | 113 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | N 9 | — | N 7 | N 6 | N 6 | — | NE 9 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | — | — | — | NE 9 | — | — | NE 8 | — | — | NE 8 | NE 10 |
— | 2 | — | 9 | 3 | 1 | — | 3 | 4 | 5 | — | — | — | 12 | — | — | 10 | — | — | 2 | 4 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | N 9 | — | — | NNE 7 | NE 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NE 8 | — |
— | 2 | — | — | 5 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 7 | E 7 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 7 | E 7 | E 6 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | — | — | E 7 | — |
108 | 107 | 77 | 80 | 74 | 119 | 112 | 132 | 153 | 149 | 132 | 149 | 153 | 173 | 194 | 223 | 233 | — | — | 131 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 601 | 0 | 914 | 1038 | 138 | 471 | 970 | 0 | 711 | 970 | 0 | 471 | 917 | 0 | 711 | 970 | 49 | 138 | 788 | 49 | 333 |
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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.











