La Saladita Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's coming down the pipe for the next couple of weeks.

We’ve got a solid run of surf ahead, especially for the more experienced crew. The water is sitting at 88°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so you might not even need a spring suit.

The pick of the early week is Tuesday morning the 18th at La Saladita. We’re looking at a glassy 4 ft of SSW swell, with a period of 14 seconds. The energy is pumping with a reading of 620 (moderate), and with that light NNW wind, it’s going to be as clean as it gets. A long period swell like this at a reef and point set-up is a beautiful thing – expect nice, shaped waves with longer waits between sets.

Wednesday morning the 19th offers a similar vibe, with a drop to 3 ft from the same direction, but still glassy and clean. The energy is a touch lower at 484, but still a good time to be in the water.

Thursday and Friday the 20th and 21st see the swell drop a little, but Friday morning the 21st has a clean 3 ft with a cross-offshore breeze, so it’s worth a look if you’re jonesing.

Saturday morning the 22nd brings back a clean, glassy 3 ft from the south, with a bit more energy (473).

Now, keep your eyes on Sunday morning the 23rd. We’ve got 2 ft of swell, but the period jumps to 18 seconds. That’s some very long-period groundswell energy, and the combined energy reading is a strong 838. With glassy conditions, this is going to be a standout session for the point break connoisseurs. The waves will be well-shaped but can be a bit closed out on a beach break, but here at the point, it’ll be a treat.

Monday morning the 24th is another one to circle. Another 2 ft of SW swell, but with a 17-second period and clean, cross-offshore winds. The energy is still strong at 585.

The following week is a bit more of a mixed bag. The mornings generally look clean, with the swell hovering around 2 ft to 2 ft. Thursday morning the 27th is a standout with a glassy 2 ft and an 18-second period, giving us a reading of 573 (strong). That’s a classic long-period glass-off.

The real fireworks, though, are building for the very end of the outlook. Saturday morning the 29th of August, the swell jumps to 5 ft from the SSW, with a 16-second period. The combined energy rockets to 1297 – that’s very strong. This is for experienced surfers only, as it’s getting solid. With glassy conditions, it’s going to be a heavy, powerful session.

Sunday morning the 30th of August is nearly identical, with 5 ft of swell and a combined energy of 1137, also glassy. This is expert-only territory.

The momentum carries into the first week of September. Tuesday morning the 1st of September has a clean 4 ft, and Wednesday morning the 2nd of September is a glassy 3 ft with a 16-second period and a strong energy reading of 753. A great way to cap off the run.

Overall, get on it for the early mornings, especially the 18th, 23rd, 24th, 27th, and the big weekend on the 29th and 30th. The afternoons are mostly write-offs with onshore wind, so dawn patrol is the move.

Rusty.

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