La Saladita Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, folks, Rusty here. Let's talk about what's heading our way for the next couple of weeks.

Right now, we've got a solid pulse of SSW groundswell lining up, and the real standout for clean, quality waves is going to be La Saladita. This spot is a classic reef and point setup, and it's consistent, which is exactly what we need. The water is sitting at 88°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so that's a nice bonus.

The week kicks off Wednesday afternoon, July 29th, with a 6ft SSW swell and a 15-second period, but the onshore SW wind at 6 mph is going to mess things up a bit. The combined energy is strong (1494), but that wind makes it a no-go for me. We wait.

Thursday morning, July 30th, is where it starts to get good. The swell drops to 5ft from the SSW, still a solid 14-second period, and the wind goes glassy from the NNE at 3 mph. That's the kind of morning you clear your schedule for. The energy is still strong (1023), and the waves will be clean and lined up. The afternoon gets onshore again, so don't sleep in.

Friday morning, July 31st, is another good one. The swell is 4ft from the SSW, period at 13 seconds, and a light NNW cross-offshore breeze at 3 mph. The energy is moderate (607), and the conditions will be clean. Crowds are often here, so expect company, but the quality will be worth it.

We hit a bit of a lull over the weekend and into the start of the week. Swell drops to 3ft and below, but the winds stay light and glassy or cross-offshore on the mornings. Saturday, August 1st, and Sunday, August 2nd, have clean 3ft and 2ft waves, but they're small. The energy is weak (382 and 292). Monday, August 3rd, has a glassy 3ft swell with a 14-second period, which is rideable for a longboard, but it's not going to get the heart pumping. This flat spell lasts through to Wednesday, August 5th morning.

Now, eyes on the prize. The second week shows a promising pulse. Friday morning, August 7th, we get a 3ft SSW swell, but the period jumps to 18 seconds – that's proper groundswell. The wind is offshore from the NNE at 6 mph, keeping things clean. The energy is strong (803). This is a standout for the point. Be aware, that long period can make beach breaks a bit straight, but on a reef and point like La Saladita, it'll be gold.

Saturday, August 8th morning, is looking unreal: 4ft SSW, 16 seconds, and glassy conditions with WNW wind at 3 mph. Energy is strong (901). This is likely the best wave of the whole forecast. It's a touch over 5ft, so it's not for beginners, but intermediates and up will be in heaven.

The following Monday, August 10th morning, brings a weird one: 2ft from the SW, but a massive 21-second period. The energy is strong (725). The wind is a clean cross-offshore from the north. This will be a long, lully swell, best for the point.

The real highlight for the second week though, is Tuesday morning, August 11th. 4ft SW swell, 18-second period, and a light NNW cross-offshore wind at 3 mph. The combined energy is very strong (1193). This is an excellent, powerful wave for experienced surfers.

The pattern holds through Wednesday and Thursday mornings with clean, glassy conditions and 4ft waves.

Rusty out.

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