La Saladita Surf Break

Lat Long: 17.83° N 101.78° W

La Saladita Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 5 am 17 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's La Saladita sea temperature is
31.3° C
1.8° 

La Saladita surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


La Saladita surf forecast from 17 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 19 Jul, 9AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 17s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Friday 24 Jul, 6AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 24s period, SSW swell with 964 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 17 Jul, 9PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 12s period with SSW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for La Saladita this week:

The surf forecast for La Saladita over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 17) at 9PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 12s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 10s. Another secondary swell of 0.3m and 3s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at La Saladita in the next 16 days are 0.9m 24s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 24) at 6AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives.

Wave TypeTime (CST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 9PM (Fri 17th Jul)2.5ft (0.7m) 12s
Best Surf 9AM (Sun 19th Jul)3.5ft (1.1m) 17s
Most Powerful 6AM (Fri 24th Jul)3ft (0.9m) 24s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for La Saladita over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming up for La Saladita over the next couple of weeks.

We’ve got a solid run of surf on the way, starting Friday morning, July 17th. The water is sitting at 88.3°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year – it’s like the ocean is already on summer holiday. The first few days are a bit of a mixed bag, but the real magic starts to build from Sunday.

Friday morning, July 17 kicks things off with a small but clean 3 ft SSW swell at 13 seconds. The combined energy is moderate at 510, and with a light N cross-offshore breeze, it’s rideable but not the highlight. The afternoon gets sloppy with a cross-on wind, so better to get out early.

Saturday morning, July 18 is smaller at 1.6 ft, but that 19-second period is a real treat – proper long-period groundswell. The wind is light and cross-off, so it’ll be clean, but the size is small. This is a classic point/reef setup, so that long period will wrap in nicely, though it might be a bit straight for the beachies.

Sunday morning, July 19 is where we start to see the pulse. A 3.6 ft SW swell at 17 seconds, combined energy hitting 1002 (strong), and glassy conditions with NNW wind. This is clean, good energy, and the surf is solid for experienced surfers. The afternoon gets messy with a cross-on, so make the most of the morning.

Monday morning, July 20 is the early standout. 4.3 ft of SW groundswell at 16 seconds, combined energy of 1103 (strong), and absolute glass – zero wind, calm as a sleeping dog. This is the kind of session you dream about. The reef will handle that long period just fine. Get in the water.

Tuesday morning, July 21 is another good one: 3.6 ft SW at 15 seconds, 675 energy (moderate to strong), and glassy conditions with a light WNW breeze. Very clean, very good.

Wednesday morning, July 22 keeps the run going: 3.6 ft SW at 14 seconds, 582 energy, and a light ESE cross-off. Clean and fun.

Thursday morning, July 23 is a bit smaller at 3 ft WSW, but with a NE glassy breeze, it’ll be clean. Not the biggest, but a nice morning session.

Friday morning, July 24 sees a dramatic jump in period – 2.3 ft SW at 24 seconds! That’s an incredibly long groundswell. Combined energy is 804 (strong). Glassy conditions with NNE wind. This will be a very clean, very long-period wave. The point will love it, but it might be too straight for the beach.

Saturday morning, July 25 is the next big standout. 3.6 ft SW at 21 seconds, combined energy of 1294 (strong to very strong), and glassy with ESE wind. This is excellent surf for experienced surfers. The afternoon gets a bit bigger at 5.2 ft, but the wind swings onshore, so the morning is the call.

Sunday morning, July 26 holds at 5.2 ft SW at 18 seconds, 1743 energy (very strong), and glassy with N wind. Another excellent morning for the experienced crew.

Monday morning, July 27 sees the swell push to 6.2 ft SW at 19 seconds, with 2794 energy (very strong). This is getting into expert territory – over 8 ft it’s only for the brave. Wind is cross-shore from the NW, so it’s a bit lumpy, but for the skilled surfer, the power is on.

Tuesday afternoon, July 28 is a gem: 5.6 ft SW at 17 seconds, 1703 energy, and glassy with a light SSW breeze. Excellent conditions for experienced surfers. The morning is a bit messy with a cross-on, but that afternoon glass-off is worth the wait.

Wednesday morning, July 29 is another excellent session: 4.9 ft SSW at 16 seconds, 1262 energy, and glassy with E wind. Clean, powerful, and for the experienced.

Thursday morning, July 30 sees things easing back to 3.9 ft SSW at 14 seconds, 618 energy, with a light NE offshore. Clean and fun.

Friday morning, July 31 is 3 ft SW at 13 seconds, 552 energy, with a light ESE cross-off. Clean, small, but still a laugh.

Saturday morning, August 1 finishes the run at 2.6 ft SSW at 13 seconds, 371 energy, with a N cross-off. Clean and small.

The best of the lot: Without a doubt, Monday morning, July 20 is the crown jewel – 4.3 ft, SW, glassy, strong energy, and the reef will handle that long period like a dream. Saturday morning, July 25 is a close second with more power and lengthier period. Both are for experienced surfers, but they’re the ones to circle.

La Saladita is a reef and point, exposed to the SW, and it’s consistent. The crowd can be often, so

Short Range Forecast

Heavy rain (total 20mm), heaviest during Sun night. Warm (max 32°C on Sat afternoon, min 26°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Heavy rain (total 21mm), heaviest during Mon night. Warm (max 30°C on Mon morning, min 26°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Friday
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0.5
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19
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Energy kJ
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243
173
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434
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158
Wind (km/h)
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5
ESE
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N
20
WSW
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W
5
NNW
15
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High Tide
4:41PM0.59m
5:46AM0.43m
5:47PM0.58m
7:27AM0.54m
6:34PM0.57m
8:14AM0.63m
7:11PM0.55m
8:52AM0.69m
7:40PM0.53m
9:25AM0.72m
8:00PM0.52m
9:55AM0.73m
8:10PM0.50m
Low Tide
00:32AM0.38m
10:40AM0.37m
00:46AM0.30m
12:46PM0.39m
1:12AM0.22m
2:00PM0.39m
1:40AM0.17m
2:51PM0.39m
2:05AM0.12m
3:29PM0.40m
2:27AM0.09m
3:57PM0.41m
2:47AM0.07m
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Information about the La Saladita Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for La Saladita provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at La Saladita can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our La Saladita 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 Saladita) 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 Saladita 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.

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