
Surf Forecasts:
La Preciosa surf forecast from 8 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 9 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 7s period, E swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 11 Sep, 5PM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 8s period, E swell with 297 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 8 Sep, 11PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 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 Tuesday (Sep 08) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 7s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 10s. Another secondary swell of 0.3m and 12s 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 8s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 11) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.8m 6s period and expected on Monday (Sep 14) at 5PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Tue 8th Sep) | 4ft (1.2m) 7s |
| Best Surf | 8AM (Wed 9th Sep) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 7s |
| Most Powerful | 5PM (Fri 11th Sep) | 5ft (1.5m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for La Preciosa over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the menu for the La Preciosa region over the next couple of weeks.
To be straight with you, the first few days look pretty dismal. We’ve got a long, slow start with no real swell to speak of. Tuesday the 8th through Thursday the 10th serve up tiny, weak waves with onshore or cross-off winds, and the combined energy is just a paltry 94 to 294. The water temperature is sitting at 85°, which is 1° above the norm, so nothing unusual there, but the surf is a total write-off. Basically, you’re not missing anything.
The first real glimmer of hope comes on Friday the 11th. The morning sees a jump to 2ft swell from the east, with an 8-second period, and the combined energy climbs to 308. That’s moderate energy, and the wind goes offshore from the ESE at 12 mph. That means clean, lined-up waves at this advanced reef break. It’s still not huge, but it’s the best we’ve seen all week. Saturday the 12th morning is similar, with 1ft east swell and offshore winds, giving you another window of clean surf. The energy is 227, still moderate, but it’s a solid option for the experienced crew.
After that, things drop off again. From Sunday the 13th right through to the 21st, we’re looking at a long stretch of small, weak, and mostly cross-off conditions. The waves won’t hold much interest, and the energy readings are mostly in the double digits. It’s classic flat spell territory.
The next potential standout arrives on Tuesday the 22nd. The morning shows a 0.8ft swell from the north, with a 9-second period, and the combined energy jumps to 161. That’s still just moderate, but it’s a shift in direction. Winds are light cross-off, so it’s surfable but ordinary. The real pick of the second week looks like Wednesday the 23rd morning. The swell is 1ft from the east, period is short at 6 seconds, but the energy is 184. The wind is gentle offshore from the ESE, giving you clean, groomed faces. It’s not a monster, but for a quiet stretch, it’s a winner.
If you’re looking for the best on offer, I’d point you to Friday the 11th and Saturday the 12th mornings. That’s the cleanest, most consistent stuff in the whole window. The second week is thinner, but Wednesday the 23rd morning is a decent consolation prize.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 22mm), heaviest during Wed night. Warm (max 30°C on Tue morning, min 27°C on Tue morning). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 12mm), heaviest on Fri night. Warm (max 30°C on Fri afternoon, min 26°C on Fri night). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | Sunday 13 | Monday 14 | |||||||||||||||
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 8 | E 8 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 10 | E 9 | E 9 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
57 | 92 | 145 | 178 | 159 | 163 | 206 | 249 | 277 | 282 | 297 | 265 | 212 | 223 | 161 | 130 | 133 | 113 | 148 | 44 | 133 | |
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 | cross-off | off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 6:44PM0.71m | 6:50AM0.55m | 7:34PM0.71m | 7:46AM0.61m | 8:19PM0.68m | 8:38AM0.65m | 9:02PM0.65m | 9:26AM0.68m | 9:43PM0.60m | 10:14AM0.69m | 10:23PM0.55m | 11:00AM0.69m | 11:02PM0.50m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 11:54AM0.06m | 1:07AM0.16m | 12:55PM0.06m | 1:49AM0.14m | 1:53PM0.07m | 2:29AM0.12m | 2:48PM0.09m | 3:07AM0.10m | 3:41PM0.11m | 3:45AM0.09m | 4:33PM0.13m | 4:22AM0.08m | 5:24PM0.16m | ||||||||
6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | |
— | 6:49 | — | — | 6:47 | — | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:44 | — | |
mm | — | — | 2 | — | — | 6 | 2 | 3 | 9 | — | 1 | 4 | — | — | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
Temp °C | 30 | 30 | 28 | 30 | 29 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 28 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 |
Feels °C | 31 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 31 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 31 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 31 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 8 | NE 10 | NE 10 | NE 12 | NE 11 | NNE 10 | E 7 | NNE 9 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | N 6 | NNE 8 | E 8 | NNE 9 | E 9 | E 9 |
57 | 35 | 15 | 34 | 31 | 19 | 206 | 25 | 23 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 113 | 7 | 44 | 133 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 10 | N 7 | NE 12 | N 6 | N 6 | NE 11 | NNE 9 | NNE 10 | NE 11 | NE 10 | NNE 10 | — | NE 9 | NE 9 | NE 9 | NE 8 | N 13 | NNE 9 | NE 12 | NNE 8 | N 7 |
36 | 1 | 23 | 1 | 1 | 19 | 16 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 9 | — | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 1 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 | — | — | N 6 | NE 11 | N 8 | NE 11 | NNE 9 | — | N 12 | N 11 | — | N 15 | N 13 | N 13 | NE 12 | NE 12 | NE 11 | NE 11 |
1 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 1 | 18 | 1 | 4 | 9 | — | 3 | 2 | — | 4 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | E 8 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | — | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | — | E 10 | E 6 | — |
— | 92 | 145 | 178 | 159 | 163 | — | 249 | 277 | 282 | 297 | 265 | 212 | 223 | 161 | 130 | 133 | — | 148 | 44 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 333 | 1061 | 0 | 471 | 1061 | 2 | 327 | 332 | 0 | 0 | 471 | 0 | 0 | 1008 | 0 | 138 | 138 | 0 | 307 | 1008 | 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.










