
Surf Forecasts:
Mini Capo surf forecast from 11 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 18 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 6s period, NW swell with 19 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 6s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 18) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 4s period and expected on Sunday (Jul 12) at 5PM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Sat 18th Jul) | 1.5ft (0.5m) 6s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Mini Capo over the next 16 days.
Alright, grab your board. Let’s talk about what’s coming up for Mini Capo.
Right now, the water is sitting at a warm 79°, which is a solid 5° above the norm for this time of year. That’s noticeably warmer than usual, so you’ll be surfing in boardshorts or a spring suit at most.
Honestly, we’re in a bit of a flat spell to kick things off. From Saturday the 11th right through to the morning of Monday the 20th, the swell is tiny, and the energy is basically non-existent. We’re looking at a long stretch of knee-high or smaller mush, with combined energy values barely ticking over (0 to 20). There’s a glassy moment on Sunday morning the 12th with a light ENE breeze, but the swell is just 0.7ft – it’s a lake out there. Not worth paddling out for.
The first real flicker of hope comes on Monday morning the 20th. A 2ft NW swell with a 7-second period creeps in, and the wind is glassy from the SE. The energy is still low (47), but it’s a start. The afternoon picks up a touch to 3ft, but the wind goes cross-offshore from the WNW, so it’s likely a bit bumpy. Not a standout, but if you’re itching, Monday morning is your best bet in this quiet period.
Things start to look a little more promising by Tuesday the 22nd. The morning shows a 3ft NW swell with a 7-second period, and a light NW cross-offshore breeze. The combined energy climbs to 78, and the conditions are described as surfable. It’s not epic, but it’s a solid step up from the previous week. The afternoon stays clean but drops off a bit.
Now, let’s talk about the real standout. Saturday the 25th into Sunday the 26th. This is the one to circle on the calendar. On Saturday afternoon, the swell jumps to 7ft from the NW with an 8-second period, and the combined energy hits 507 – that’s moderate to strong energy. However, the wind is cross-shore from the WSW at 12 mph, so it’s going to be a bit messy with a cross-chop. This is advanced territory; that 7ft is too big for beginners. The conditions are marginal, but there’s power in the water.
Then, Sunday morning the 26th drops to 5ft from the NW (still solid), with a light cross-shore breeze from the east. The energy is 288. It’s still a bit on the big side, but cleaner than Saturday. Then Sunday afternoon is the pick of the whole run: 5ft NW swell, 8-second period, and a clean cross-offshore breeze from the NW at 9 mph. The combined energy is 226, and the forecast says “expect good surf conditions.” This is the moment. The swell is a good size for experienced surfers, the wind is offshore, and the reef at Mini Capo should be working nicely. The only bummer is that this spot is listed as “inconsistent” and “rarely breaks,” so when it does come alive like this, you’ve got to be ready. Crowds are possible here, so expect a few others with the same idea.
To give you a heads-up: that 6ft to 7ft on Saturday the 25th is pushing into expert-only territory, especially with the cross-chop. The 5ft on Sunday the 26th is the sweet spot for solid, clean waves.
Alright, that’s the long and short of it. The first week is a write-off, but the second weekend has some promise.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 36°C on Sat afternoon, min 24°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 34°C on Tue afternoon, min 24°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sat 11 | Sunday 12 | Monday 13 | Tuesday 14 | Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | |||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SSW 4 | WSW 7 | WSW 7 | WSW 6 | SSW 3 | W 7 | SSW 4 | S 4 | SW 5 | WSW 5 | W 8 | W 7 | SW 6 | SW 6 | W 5 | — | — | NW 2 | WNW 7 | NW 6 |
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0 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 19 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | glassy | glassy | cross-off | on | cross | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | off | glassy | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | off | cross-off |
High Tide | 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 | 11:38AM0.18m | 00:37AM0.30m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 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 | 5:36PM0.01m | 7:15AM0.07m | ||||||||
— | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:11 | |
8:55 | — | — | 8:55 | — | — | 8:54 | — | — | 8:54 | — | — | 8:53 | — | — | 8:53 | — | — | 8:52 | — | 8:52 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 36 | 28 | 30 | 35 | 34 | 29 | 33 | 27 | 32 | 34 | 27 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 32 | 29 | 28 | 30 | 28 | 27 | 28 |
Feels °C | 34 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 33 | 27 | 29 | 31 | 28 | 28 | 28 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SSW 4 | WSW 7 | WSW 7 | NW 4 | SSW 3 | — | SSW 4 | S 4 | SW 5 | WSW 5 | SW 5 | SW 5 | SW 6 | SW 6 | W 5 | — | — | — | NW 3 | NW 6 |
— | 2 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 1 | — | 3 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | 3 | 19 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | WSW 6 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | SW 7 | — | — | — | W 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | WNW 7 | NNW 3 |
— | — | — | — | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 1 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SW 8 | — | — | — | — | W 7 | — | SW 6 | S 5 | — | W 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 6 | SW 5 |
— | 3 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | NNW 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NW 2 | — | — |
— | — | — | 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 954 | 121 | 112 | 911 | 359 | 908 | 993 | 924 | 975 | 1395 | 1119 | 1392 | 1392 | 908 | 1361 | 1462 | 1044 | 1325 | 1504 | 1277 | 1364 |
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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.











