Los Pocitos Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s talk about what’s lining up for the region.

We’re kicking things off with a bit of a slow start, but don’t write it off just yet. The first few days are pretty ordinary—surfable, but nothing to get excited about. The real action starts to build towards the end of the month and into the first week of August.

Los Pocitos is the only break on the menu, and it’s a fairly consistent spot that’s exposed to the north. We’re looking at a northeast swell direction, which is right in its wheelhouse. The water temp is sitting about average for this time of year, so no surprises there.

The first few days from Thursday the 23rd to Sunday the 26th are small, with waves around 3ft to 5ft. The swell period is short at 7 seconds, so it’s a bit weak and won't have much push. The combined energy is low (134-145). The wind is offshore from the east, which keeps things clean, but it’s not going to be a standout. Sunday morning on the 26th is a write-off with light cross-onshore breeze and poor conditions, but Sunday afternoon turns glassy with 3ft NE swell. That’s a nice little window for a longboard or a fun board if you’re keen.

The real standout window starts to show up on Thursday the 30th of July. We’ve got 6ft of ENE swell, period still short at 8 seconds, but the combined energy jumps to 402 (moderate). That’s a solid step up. The wind is offshore from the east at 12 mph, so it’s clean and lined up. Friday the 31st holds similar energy with 5ft waves and lighter offshore winds. That’s your best bet for the first week—consistent, clean, and punchy enough for intermediate surfers. Not too big for beginners, but enough to have fun.

Then we hit a bit of a lull from Saturday the 1st of August through to Monday the 3rd, with waves dropping back to 4ft to 5ft and weaker energy (120-191). The wind stays offshore, so it’s still surfable, but nothing special.

The other standout is Tuesday the 4th of August. Morning session shows 6ft ENE swell with a combined energy of 593 (moderate but getting strong). The wind is a solid offshore at 12 mph, so it’s going to be clean and powerful. This is the best on offer for the whole run—bigger, stronger, and clean. It’s right on the edge for beginners, but intermediate and up will have a blast. After that, it drops off again through to the end of the forecast.

So if you’re picking your moment, aim for Thursday the 30th of July through Friday the 31st, and if you can wait, Tuesday the 4th of August morning is the real gem. The crowds are listed as “sometimes” at Los Pocitos, so you might have some company, but it’s not a circus.

Stay stoked, and I’ll see you in the water.

Rusty

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