
Surf Forecasts:
Los Pocitos surf forecast from 23 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 30 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 7s period, ENE swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 30 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 7s period, ENE swell with 325 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 23 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 6s period with ENE 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 Thursday (Jul 23) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 6s period. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Los Pocitos in the next 16 days are 1.8m 7s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 30) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 6s period and expected on Monday (Jul 27) at 11PM.
| Wave Type | Time (-04) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2AM (Thu 23rd Jul) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 6s |
| Best Surf | 2AM (Thu 30th Jul) | 6ft (1.8m) 7s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Thu 30th Jul) | 6ft (1.8m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Los Pocitos over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
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
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 7mm), mostly falling on Sat afternoon. Warm (max 29°C on Thu afternoon, min 26°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 19mm), heaviest on Sat night. Warm (max 29°C on Mon morning, min 25°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | ||||||||||||||
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) | ENE 6 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 6 | ENE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | ENE 6 | NE 7 | NE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 6 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
70 | 134 | 145 | 154 | 191 | 125 | 80 | 134 | 103 | 73 | 77 | 64 | 80 | 77 | 54 | 39 | 7 | 7 | 55 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | off | off | off | off | off | off | cross-off | off | off | cross-on | glassy | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | off | cross-off | off | off |
High Tide | 8:17PM0.35m | 9:32AM0.08m | 8:48PM0.35m | 9:23PM0.36m | 10:01PM0.36m | 10:40PM0.37m | 11:20PM0.38m | 11:59PM0.38m | |||||||||||
Low Tide | 5:51AM0.05m | 6:26AM0.03m | 7:00AM0.01m | 7:35AM0.01m | 8:11AM0.01m | 8:45AM0.02m | |||||||||||||
— | 6:15 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | |
6:52 | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2 | — | 1 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 2 | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | — |
Temp °C | 26 | 28 | 29 | 26 | 29 | 28 | 26 | 28 | 29 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 29 | 29 | 26 | 29 | 28 | 26 |
Feels °C | 28 | 31 | 32 | 28 | 31 | 32 | 29 | 31 | 32 | 29 | 31 | 32 | 30 | 33 | 33 | 29 | 32 | 31 | 29 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 6 | ENE 7 | — | ENE 7 | — | — | ENE 6 | — | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | ENE 6 | NE 7 | NE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 6 |
70 | 134 | — | 154 | — | — | 80 | — | 103 | 73 | 77 | 64 | 80 | 77 | 54 | 39 | 7 | 7 | 55 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NE 8 | — | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | 7 | 12 | 7 | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | ENE 7 | — | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | — | ENE 7 | — | — | SSW 2 | — | — | — | — | — | NE 5 | ENE 5 | — |
— | — | 145 | — | 191 | 125 | — | 134 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 30 | 34 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 722 | 592 | 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.
Los Pocitos is 4 km (2 miles) from the city of Maiquetia. If you plan a holiday in Caracas, look for hotels and other accommodation in Maiquetia. Maiquetia has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.










