Surf Forecasts:
Los Pocitos surf forecast from 24 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 30 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 7s period, NE swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 30 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 7s period, ENE swell with 329 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 24 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 6s period with NE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Los Pocitos this week:
The surf forecast for Los Pocitos over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 24) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 6s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Los Pocitos in the next 16 days are 1.7m 7s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 30) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.2m 2s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 25) at 11PM.
| Wave Type | Time (-04) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8AM (Mon 24th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 6s |
| Best Surf | 11AM (Sun 30th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 7s |
| Most Powerful | 2PM (Sun 30th Aug) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Los Pocitos over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, folks, Rusty here. Let me break down the next couple of weeks for Los Pocitos.
Overall, it's a slow and steady outlook. We're not looking at any major stand-out swells, but there's a consistent pulse of small to modest energy rolling in, and the winds are promising to stay offshore for most of the run. The first week is all about patience; the waves are small and the conditions are so-so, but things are building toward a nice little window of quality surf by the end of August and into the very start of September.
The forecast kicks off on Monday, August 24th, but honestly, it's a flat, stormy mess to begin with. Waves are only 2 ft from the NE with a weak 6-second period and hardly any energy (37). On top of that, there's a risk of thunderstorms so the air's muggy, but the wind is glassy in the morning. That glassy wind is a saving grace for a small window, but the surf is just too weak to get excited about. I wouldn't bother paddling out until the afternoon, and even then you're looking at 3 ft with a bit more breeze, though it's offshore from the E. Conditions are described as "surfable but very ordinary," and that’s the truth.
Tuesday the 25th is more of the same: 4 ft in the morning, glassy again, but still that storm risk. The energy picks up a little (100) but the swell is short-period. The afternoon sees the wind get a bit stiffer from the E at 15 km/h, still offshore and clean, but the wave quality just isn't there for anything special.
Wednesday and Thursday, the 26th and 27th, offer a slight lift. Swell bumps up to 4 ft from the ENE with period climbing to 7 seconds, and the energy starts to get into three-digit territory (146-163). The wind is solidly offshore or cross-offshore, keeping things clean. Still, these are "ordinary" surf conditions – you'll get a wave, but don't expect any barrels. The sky clears on Wednesday, which is a nice change from the storms.
Friday the 28th through Saturday the 29th sees the swell drop back to 3 ft, although the wind remains favorable from the ENE, 10-15 km/h and offshore. The energy is moderate (103-108), but it's back to small, short-period stuff. It's a good time for a longboard or a foamie if you're just keen to get wet, but nothing to write home about.
Now, here's where it gets interesting. Sunday, August 30th, is the standout of the entire outlook. The swell jumps to 5 ft in the morning from the NE, jumping to 5 ft in the afternoon from the ENE. The combined wave energy hits a solid 230-308, which is a moderate but noticeable push. The wind stays gentle and offshore from the ENE at 6-10 mph, keeping the surface glassy. The forecast actually says "expect good surf conditions." This is the day to pencil in. Los Pocitos is a fairly consistent spot, exposed to northern swell, and this ENE wind is right in the sweet spot, blowing offshore. It's an exposed beach setup, so with this 5 ft swell, it'll be a bit too much for beginners, but solid fun for intermediates. And with the crowd factor listed as "sometimes," you might luck out and get a few waves to yourself.
Monday, August 31st, keeps the quality up. Morning sees 4 ft from the ENE with 272 energy, and clean offshore wind. The afternoon session is quirky – the swell drops to just 2 ft, but the period stretches out to a very long 13 seconds. That's a groundswell pulse, and while the height is tiny, that long period means the wave quality and shape will be surprisingly good for a point or reef, not so much for a beach break like this. Still, energy is at 202, so there’s juice in the water.
After that, we slide back into a prolonged period of small, ordinary surf from Tuesday, September 1st, all the way through to the end of the outlook on Tuesday, September 8th. The swell hovers around 2 ft to 4 ft, with periods mostly in the 6-7 second range. The wind is almost always offshore and light, so conditions remain clean, but wave heights are just too small to generate any real power. There’s no energy over 200 after that Monday. It’s a long stretch of grovel-worthy waves. If you're a beginner, this is perfect because the waves won't top 4 ft. But for anyone wanting a proper session, you won't miss much.
The water temp is about average for this time of year, no big anomalies, so just a standard springsuit or shorty will do.
So, to sum it up: The best bet in the whole 16-day window is the weekend of August 30th into Monday, August 31st. That’s where the swell, wind, and energy all line up for a proper surf. The rest of the time, you’re looking at small, clean, but unremarkable waves. Don't expect any fireworks, but if you just want a paddle, you'll be able to find something.
Keep your eyes on the horizon, and I'll see you in the water.
Rusty
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 13mm), heaviest on Mon afternoon. Warm (max 30°C on Tue afternoon, min 26°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 23mm), heaviest during Sat afternoon. Warm (max 30°C on Fri morning, min 26°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | ||||||||||||||
Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 7 | NE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 6 | NE 7 | ENE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NNE 7 | NE 8 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
37 | 34 | 56 | 97 | 100 | 91 | 80 | 140 | 117 | 96 | 134 | 142 | 64 | 63 | 71 | 59 | 59 | 31 | 125 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | glassy | off | cross-off | glassy | off | off | off | off | off | cross-off | off | off | off | off | off | off | off | off |
High Tide | 9:33PM0.35m | 10:13PM0.36m | 10:53PM0.36m | 11:32PM0.36m | 00:12AM0.34m | 2:14PM0.20m | 00:54AM0.30m | 2:45PM0.24m | 1:43AM0.26m | ||||||||||
Low Tide | 6:57AM0.03m | 7:28AM0.05m | 7:54AM0.07m | 8:14AM0.10m | 8:24AM0.12m | 6:11PM0.19m | 8:22AM0.14m | 7:57PM0.18m | |||||||||||
— | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | |
6:42 | — | 6:42 | — | — | 6:40 | — | — | 6:40 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:38 | — | — | 6:38 | — | |
mm | 4 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | 1 | — | 5 | 1 | — | 4 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 3 |
Temp °C | 27 | 29 | 29 | 27 | 29 | 30 | 27 | 30 | 30 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 27 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 27 |
Feels °C | 31 | 35 | 34 | 30 | 34 | 34 | 30 | 32 | 32 | 30 | 32 | 33 | 31 | 34 | 34 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 31 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 6 | NE 6 | — | NE 6 | NE 7 | NE 6 | ENE 6 | — | — | ENE 7 | NE 15 | NNE 15 | ENE 6 | ENE 8 | NE 12 | NE 6 | NE 12 | NNE 7 | NE 8 |
37 | 34 | — | 97 | 100 | 91 | 80 | — | — | 96 | 9 | 21 | 64 | 12 | 25 | 59 | 21 | 31 | 125 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 8 | N 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NE 16 | N 12 | — | NNE 14 | NE 13 | ENE 8 | NE 12 | ENE 8 | NE 11 | NE 11 |
2 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 10 | 3 | — | 18 | 27 | 7 | 23 | 7 | 19 | 5 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | N 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 11 | — | — | N 11 | ENE 8 | — | — | NE 12 | — | — |
— | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | 2 | 7 | — | — | 21 | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | NE 6 | — | — | — | — | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | — | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | — | NE 7 | ENE 6 | — | NE 6 | E 6 | — |
— | — | 56 | — | — | — | — | 140 | 117 | — | 134 | 142 | — | 63 | 71 | — | 59 | 28 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 44 | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Information about the Los Pocitos Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Los Pocitos provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Los Pocitos can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Los Pocitos 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 (Los Pocitos) 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 Los Pocitos 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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