
Surf Forecasts:
Mini Capo surf forecast from 10 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 14 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 5s period, S swell with 11 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Mini Capo this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Mini Capo in the next 16 days are 0.5m 5s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 14) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 4s period and expected on Sunday (Jul 12) at 8PM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Tue 14th Jul) | 1.5ft (0.5m) 5s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Mini Capo over the next 16 days.
Alright, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the table for the next couple of weeks.
First off, I gotta be straight with you – it's a slow start. We're looking at a long, dry spell with nothing worth paddling out for. From now through the end of the week and into the next, the surf is flat or just too weak to bother with. You'll be waiting a while.
The first real hint of life doesn't show up until Monday, July 20th. Mini Capo (reef break) wakes up with a tiny 3ft swell out of the northwest. The combined energy is a weak 77, so it's not exactly pumping. The morning shows clean conditions with an offshore wind, which is a plus, but it's still just "surfable waves but very ordinary conditions." It's not a standout, but it's the first pulse we've seen in ages.
Then there's a bit of a lift on Wednesday, July 22nd. Another early morning session at Mini Capo with a 3ft northwest swell. The energy is still low at 81, and the wind is a light cross-offshore, keeping it clean. Again, it's ordinary, but after a week of nothing, it's something.
Now, here's where it gets interesting. On Saturday, July 25th, we finally get a proper pulse. The morning at Mini Capo sees a 6ft swell from the west-southwest (period 8 seconds) with a combined energy of 370 – that's moderate wave energy. The wind is a light cross-shore, so it's a bit messy but it's building. The real standout, though, is the Saturday afternoon, July 25th. The swell jumps to 8ft out of the northwest, with a 9-second period and a massive combined energy of 1256. That's strong energy. The wind goes light and cross-offshore, making for clean waves. This is for experienced surfers only – 8ft is expert territory, and this reef can handle it. The direction is a perfect match for the optimum southwest swell, and the period is decent. This is your best bet, the one to mark on the calendar. It's a week and a half away, so keep an eye on the forecasts, but this one has real promise.
The water temp, by the way, is sitting at 78°F, which is a solid 4°F above the norm for this time of year. That's much warmer than usual, so you'll be comfortable out there.
For the rest of the days, it's a flat, clean, and sunny wait. The weekend of the 19th and 20th is the first real chance to get wet, but Saturday the 25th is the one you want to be ready for.
Stay patient, keep the board waxed, and I'll see you out there.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 35°C on Sat afternoon, min 24°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 37°C on Tue afternoon, min 25°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 5 | NW 4 | E 2 | S 6 | SSW 4 | WSW 7 | WSW 7 | WSW 6 | SW 6 | SW 7 | W 6 | S 3 | S 5 | S 4 | S 4 | WSW 4 | WSW 4 | W 6 | W 5 | W 6 | W 6 |
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6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
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Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-on | cross | on | glassy | off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | glassy | cross-off | off | glassy | cross-off | off | cross-on |
High Tide | 7:07PM0.21m | 6:19AM0.20m | 8:04PM0.24m | 7:25AM0.20m | 8:56PM0.27m | 8:23AM0.19m | 9:44PM0.29m | 9:15AM0.19m | 10:29PM0.30m | 10:04AM0.19m | 11:14PM0.31m | 10:51AM0.19m | 11:56PM0.31m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 00:54AM0.11m | 1:03PM0.02m | 2:09AM0.10m | 1:54PM0.01m | 3:11AM0.09m | 2:43PM-0.00m | 4:06AM0.08m | 3:28PM-0.01m | 4:56AM0.07m | 4:12PM-0.01m | 5:44AM0.07m | 4:55PM-0.01m | 6:30AM0.07m | ||||||||
— | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:11 | |
8:57 | — | — | 8:55 | — | — | 8:55 | — | — | 8:54 | — | — | 8:54 | — | — | 8:53 | — | — | 8:53 | — | 8:52 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 29 | 28 | 34 | 35 | 29 | 30 | 34 | 33 | 29 | 30 | 27 | 33 | 37 | 29 | 28 | 29 | 27 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 33 |
Feels °C | 28 | 29 | 32 | 35 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 30 | 30 | 32 | 35 | 31 | 31 | 30 | 29 | 31 | 30 | 30 | 32 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 5 | NW 4 | — | S 6 | SSW 4 | WSW 7 | WSW 7 | NNW 4 | — | SW 7 | — | S 3 | S 5 | S 4 | S 4 | WSW 4 | WSW 4 | SW 4 | — | — | W 6 |
6 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 6 | — | 2 | — | 1 | 2 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | — | — | 1 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | NNW 4 | SW 4 | SW 4 | WSW 6 | SW 6 | — | W 6 | W 6 | SW 5 | SW 5 | WSW 4 | — | W 6 | W 6 | W 5 | — | — |
— | — | — | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | SW 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 7 | — | — | — | W 6 | — |
— | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | E 2 | — | — | — | NNW 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | 1 | — | — | — | 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 908 | 914 | 908 | 914 | 121 | 112 | 910 | 359 | 993 | 993 | 935 | 960 | 1392 | 1090 | 1097 | 1392 | 1228 | 1254 | 1451 | 1175 | 1454 |
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Information about the Mini Capo Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Mini Capo provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Mini Capo can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Mini Capo 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 (Mini Capo) 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 Mini Capo 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.
Are you planning a holiday in Sardinia? If you are looking for accommodation near Mini Capo, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in Sardinia, consider staying in Oristano which is 22 km (14 miles) away. Other places in and around Sardinia where you can find information about places to rent, and car hire include Alghero which is 59 km (37 miles) away, Sassari, Iglesias and Nuoro.











