Surf Forecasts:
Mini Capo surf forecast from 16 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 18 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 8s period, NW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 18 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 8s period, NW swell with 507 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 18 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 8s period with NW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Mini Capo this week:
The surf forecast for Mini Capo over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 18) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.9m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 1.3m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Mini Capo in the next 16 days are 2.0m 8s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 18) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.5m 8s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 18) at 8PM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Tue 18th Aug) | 6ft (1.9m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Tue 18th Aug) | 6ft (1.9m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Tue 18th Aug) | 6.5ft (2.0m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Mini Capo over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s break down Mini Capo. It’s a reef set-up facing the swell, and the water is sitting at 83°, which is much warmer than normal for this time of year. That warmth is about 5° above average, so it’s a real anomaly out there.
Right now, it’s flat as a pancake. No energy at all in the water for Sunday, Monday, and into Tuesday morning. Sunday afternoon, Monday morning, and Monday afternoon all read zero swell energy, even though the wind is light or glassy. You’d be staring at a mirror.
Tuesday the 18th morning brings the first pulse: a 6ft swell out of the northwest, but with a short period of just 7 seconds. The combined energy is moderate at 365. Winds are cross-offshore from the northwest at 12 mph, so it’ll look clean, but the short period means lumpy, weak lines that are tough to get into. Tuesday afternoon drops to 5ft, period 8 seconds, still cross-off, but the session is a dud.
Wednesday the 19th morning offers a 4ft northwest swell with a 7-second period and energy down to 136. The wind is a glassy offshore from the east-southeast at just 3 mph – that’s a real prize for clean water. The waves are surfable but very ordinary: small, weak, closeout city. Best for beginners or a quick paddle.
From Wednesday afternoon through to Sunday the 23rd, it’s a dead zone. Swell sizes are tiny, periods are short, winds are mostly cross-onshore or light. You’re looking at a week of flatness or ripples. Nothing worth getting wet for.
Then Friday the 28th of August finally shows some life. Friday morning: 5ft northwest swell, 8-second period, energy at 250. Wind is light from the east at 3 mph but cross-shore, so a little texture. Marginal but at least there’s size. Friday afternoon settles to 4ft from the northwest, period 7 seconds, energy 150, and the wind shifts to a cross-offshore from the west at 9 mph – cleaning it right up. This is the real standout of the outlook. The swell direction works well for the reef, and those clean, cross-off conditions will give you some proper, rideable faces. It’s not huge, but it’s the best you’ll get.
After that, the energy drops into nothing through the end of August and into early September. The 30 mph northwest winds on the 31st just make a mess of it.
So the clear winner is Friday the 28th afternoon at Mini Capo. That 4ft northwest swell with clean cross-off winds is your window. Expect some company – crowds are possible – but it’s the only real session on offer. The reef can be tricky with short-period swell, but this is the pick of a long, lean stretch.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Warm (max 30°C on Sun afternoon, min 24°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 7mm), mostly falling on Fri night. Warm (max 30°C on Thu afternoon, min 22°C on Sat morning). Mainly fresh winds. | |||||||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | NNW 3 | — | — | NW 6 | NW 7 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 7 | NW 6 | WNW 6 | NW 5 | NW 4 | WSW 5 | WSW 5 | WSW 5 | W 6 | NW 6 | WSW 6 | NW 7 |
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0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 365 | 292 | 329 | 136 | 58 | 20 | 6 | 5 | 29 | 23 | 17 | 26 | 29 | 11 | 109 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | glassy | glassy | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | off | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | on | cross-on | cross | cross-on |
High Tide | 00:28AM0.26m | 12:47PM0.19m | 00:58AM0.23m | 1:38PM0.19m | 1:27AM0.20m | 2:41PM0.18m | 2:00AM0.18m | 4:13PM0.18m | 2:53AM0.16m | 5:57PM0.19m | 7:11PM0.20m | |||||||||
Low Tide | 5:54PM0.04m | 6:57AM0.06m | 6:35PM0.07m | 7:30AM0.06m | 7:20PM0.10m | 8:06AM0.07m | 8:22PM0.12m | 8:54AM0.08m | 10:01PM0.14m | 10:04AM0.08m | 00:34AM0.14m | 11:30AM0.08m | 1:47AM0.13m | |||||||
— | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | |
8:22 | — | — | 8:21 | — | — | 8:19 | — | — | 8:17 | — | — | 8:16 | — | — | 8:15 | — | — | 8:14 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | 5 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 30 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 29 | 28 | 26 | 27 | 29 | 27 | 29 | 30 | 28 | 26 | 28 | 27 | 25 | 27 | 26 |
Feels °C | 30 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 30 | 31 | 30 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 31 | 30 | 26 | 29 | 29 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | NNW 3 | — | — | — | — | — | NW 8 | NW 7 | NW 6 | WNW 6 | NW 5 | NW 4 | WSW 5 | WSW 5 | WSW 5 | W 6 | NW 6 | WSW 6 | NW 7 |
— | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 329 | 136 | 58 | 20 | 6 | 5 | 29 | 23 | 17 | 26 | 29 | 11 | 109 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NW 4 | NW 4 | W 5 | NW 7 | W 6 | WNW 7 | WSW 7 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 18 | 9 | 29 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | NW 6 | NW 7 | NW 8 | — | — | — | — | — | SW 2 | — | — | — | NNW 4 | — | NW 6 | — |
— | — | — | — | 64 | 365 | 292 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | 15 | — | 31 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 993 | 409 | 298 | 993 | 11 | 187 | 1448 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 298 | 284 | 993 | 440 | 206 | 206 | 2 | 2 | 391 | 2 |
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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.











