Las Urracas Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get into it.

First up, the water temp at Las Urracas is sitting at 66°F, which is a solid 4°F warmer than usual for this time of year. That’s a nice surprise, feels more like a pleasant bath than a winter chill.

Right now, we’re looking at a pretty slow start. Friday morning the 21st has a tiny 2ft SW swell with a 13-second period, but it’s marginal – not really worth paddling out for. The afternoon does bump to 3ft but the period drops to 8 seconds, so it’s weak and disorganised. Honestly, don’t bother.

Saturday morning the 22nd is where things start to get interesting. Glassy conditions, a light W wind, and a 3ft SSW swell with a 9-second period. The energy is moderate (214) and the glassy surface means clean lines. Not a standout, but a fun little session if you’re jonesing.

Sunday the 23rd is mostly cloudy and poor, with a tiny 2ft SW swell. The afternoon glass-off on the 23rd might give you a few ankle-biters but nothing to write home about.

Then we hit a dry spell. From Monday the 24th through to Thursday morning the 27th, it’s mostly poor with cross-onshore winds, small swell, and weak energy. A few glassy windows pop up – Wednesday afternoon the 26th has a 2ft WSW swell with a 14-second period, but it’s just ordinary. Not worth the drive.

Now, here’s the standout. Friday the 28th afternoon – glassy, light N wind, and a 8ft SW swell with a 16-second period. The energy is massive (2488). This is a serious groundswell, long period, lots of power. At 8ft, it’s for experienced surfers only – this will be pumping at Las Urracas. The swell direction is WSW, which is perfect for this reef. Expect excellent, clean conditions.

Saturday the 29th carries that energy through – morning glassy with 7ft SW swell (14 seconds), afternoon glassy with 6ft SW swell. Both sessions are excellent for experienced surfers. The energy is still strong (1566 and 1273). This is the best window of the whole outlook.

Sunday the 30th and Monday the 31st drop off a bit – 5ft to 6ft SW swell, but the winds go onshore or cross-onshore, making it marginal. Tuesday the 1st of September morning looks promising again with glassy conditions and 5ft SW swell – a nice leftover pulse.

After that, the swell fades through the first week of September. Wednesday the 2nd and Thursday the 3rd have small 2ft to 3ft SW swell with long periods (15-19 seconds), but the cross-onshore wind messes it up. The 4th and 5th look marginal at best, with moderate energy but choppy conditions.

So, the best bet: Friday 28th afternoon through Saturday 29th. That’s the big, clean, powerful window. If you’re an experienced surfer, get on it. For the rest, pick your times carefully.

Rusty out.

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