La Preciosa Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s get stuck into it. The next couple of weeks are a bit of a mixed bag, to be honest. We’ve got a slow start, but there’s one day that stands out from the pack if you’ve got the nerve for it.

Right out of the gate, things are pretty quiet. The first few days are looking small and lined up, but there’s just no push or form to them. It’s the kind of surf that will have you standing on the sand, squinting at the horizon and wondering if it’s even worth putting the wetsuit on. It’s not terrible, it’s just... there. We’re looking at waves around 3ft with a short, weak period, so it’s a bit crumbly and lacking any punch.

Then we get this long gap of small, junky surf right through the first week of September. The size drops off and it just goes a bit flat, with waves barely pushing 2ft to 2ft. There’s a bit of swell energy, but it’s weak, and the wind isn’t doing anyone any favors. It’s a bit of a dead zone for surfing, honestly. This stretch from the 28th of August all the way to the 4th of September is going to be a real test of patience.

But then, look, there’s a little spark of hope. On the 31st of August, Monday afternoon, the ocean wakes up. We’ve got swell jumping to 8ft and the energy is proper – 1,596 combined energy units. That’s a serious jump. And it’s got a clean offshore wind on it too. This is the standout of the whole period. It’s not for the faint-hearted. At that size, with the reef at La Preciosa, this is a real performer’s wave. It’s going to be thick, powerful, and a bit heavy. The kind of session that sorts the men from the boys. If you’re an advanced surfer, this is your window. Mark it down.

After that pulse, it backs right off again. The rest of that week and into the second week of September is back to the ordinary stuff. Small, weak, and wind-affected. There’s a few mornings with light winds that might clean it up a touch, but the swell just doesn’t have the size or the period to make it meaningful. We’re looking at ankle to knee-high dribble for most of it. For a stretch there from the 4th to the 11th of September, it’s about as flat as it gets. This is a classic lull for the area, so a blank run isn't unusual.

One thing to note. The water temperature is sitting at 85°F, which is about 1°F above the norm for this time of year. Nothing crazy, it’s just a touch warmer than average. Comfortable.

So, to sum it up. Don't get too excited for the next week, it's going to be slow. But keep your eye on the 31st. That’s the one to be ready for. The conditions come together for one serious session. It looks promising, but it's still a long-range call, so keep an eye on it.

That’s the story from here.

Rusty.

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