Los Pocitos Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for the next couple of weeks.

Right off the bat, the surf is small but it’s rideable. We’re looking at a long stretch of clean, offshore conditions with a consistent easterly flow. The first week is pretty average – waves in the 4ft to 5ft range from the ENE, with a short period of 6 to 7 seconds. The combined energy is weak to moderate (120 to 191), so it’s not going to blow your socks off, but the wind is light and offshore, keeping things tidy. It’s more of a cruiser’s week than a standout.

The real action starts to build around Friday the 7th of August. The swell picks up to 5ft from the ENE, period still short at 7 seconds, but the energy jumps to 273 (moderate). The wind is a moderate offshore breeze, so it’s clean and punchy. That’s a solid little session if you’re keen.

The standout of the entire forecast, though, is the morning of Friday the 14th of August. That’s when we see the swell hit 6ft from the ENE, with a period stretching to 8 seconds and the combined energy jumping to 410 (strong). The wind is a gentle offshore breeze, keeping it glassy and clean. That’s the best wave of the fortnight – still manageable for most intermediates, but with enough push to get you excited.

The swell stays solid through the 15th and 16th, hovering around 6ft to 6ft with energy in the 300 to 400 range. The wind stays offshore, so expect good, clean waves. The direction is ENE, which is right on the money for Los Pocitos.

Water temp is about average for the time of year, so no surprises there. The break itself is fairly consistent and exposed, and while it can get crowded sometimes, the conditions we’re looking at should keep the stoke levels high.

Overall, the first week is a bit sleepy, but it’s consistent. The second week has a proper standout on the 14th, with good surf running through the weekend. The longer-range stuff has a bit of uncertainty, but it’s looking promising.

Rusty.

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