Las Salinas Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let's talk about the next couple of weeks.

We're looking at a solid run of swell for Las Salinas, a point break that's very consistent and handles a SW groundswell well. The main thing to be aware of right off the bat is that the water temp is about what you'd expect for this time of year, so no surprises there.

The action kicks off on Friday the 7th, but it's just a warm-up. You've got a 5ft SW swell with a short 8-second period in the morning, but the wind is a cross-offshore breeze making it clean. The energy is weak (634), so it's a good one for the log or a fun mid-length, but it's not going to blow your mind. The afternoon drops off a bit.

Saturday the 8th is where things get interesting. That's the first real standout. The swell jumps to a solid 10ft from the SW with a 14-second period – that's a proper groundswell. The energy is massive (3510) in the morning. The wind is cross-off, so the point should be firing. Now, 10ft is expert territory, so if you're not comfortable in big, powerful waves, this is a day to watch from the cliff. The long period means it'll be walling up nicely, but expect some lulls between sets.

Sunday the 9th is still pumping with an 8ft SW swell. The period is still long at 13-14 seconds, and the energy is powerful (2877). The wind is cross-off again, so it's clean, but it's still a big, strong swell for the experienced crew.

The best bet for the less experienced, or for anyone wanting a more manageable wave, is Monday the 10th. The swell drops to 8ft, still from the SW, with a long 13-second period. The energy is still strong (1778), but the wind is a light cross-off breeze, and the forecast says "expect very good surf conditions." This is a big call-out, and I'm backing it. The tide should be working with us, and the point will be holding beautiful lines. It's a proper session.

The swell then fades through the middle of the week. Tuesday the 11th is still surfable with 4ft, and Wednesday the 12th is tiny. But then, Thursday the 13th is a hidden gem. The swell is only 4ft, but it's a very long period 16-second WSW groundswell, and the wind is glassy – dead calm. The energy is moderate (771), but the conditions will be as clean as it gets. This is a classic sneaky-good day for the longboard or a single fin.

The following weekend, from the 15th to the 17th, the size drops right off with only small, weak swell. The 18th and 19th look like they might be bringing a bit more size again, with a 6ft and then an 8ft SW swell on the 19th, but the wind is looking cross-shore, which can mess with the perfection of the point. Still, an 8ft SW groundswell is worth a look.

The real second standout is the 21st of August. The forecast is calling for "expect very good surf conditions." We've got a 5ft SW swell, a long 14-second period, and a gentle cross-offshore breeze. The energy is solid (1156). This looks like a fantastic, clean, and powerful day at the point without being too mental. Circle that date.

The 22nd starts to wind down, with a 5ft SW swell, but the wind shifts to a cross-on, which isn't ideal for a point break.

So, to wrap it up: the best of the best is Monday the 10th for the biggest, cleanest, most manageable big swell, and Friday the 21st for a later, cleaner, high-quality session. If you're a gun, Sunday the 9th is your call. Bring a step-up.

That's all from me. Keep your wax on.

Rusty.

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