Morro Negrito Surf Break

Lat Long: 8.04° N 81.72° W

Morro Negrito Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 6 am 04 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Morro Negrito sea temperature is
30.5° C
2.4° 

Morro Negrito surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Morro Negrito surf forecast from 4 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 8 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 16s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 8 Aug, 1PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 16s period, SSW swell with 220 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 4 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 8s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Morro Negrito this week:

The surf forecast for Morro Negrito over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 04) at 10AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.5m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 13s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Morro Negrito in the next 16 days are 0.7m 16s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 08) at 1PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives.

Wave TypeTime (EST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10AM (Tue 4th Aug)1.5ft (0.5m) 8s
Best Surf 1AM (Sat 8th Aug)1.5ft (0.5m) 16s
Most Powerful 1PM (Sat 8th Aug)2.5ft (0.7m) 16s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Morro Negrito over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, let’s get into it.

Right now, things are pretty flat and uninspiring out at Morro Negrito (Bocas del Toro). The surf is there, but it’s small and the conditions are messy for the most part. We’ve got a bit of a slow start, but there’s some life in the forecast if you’re willing to be patient.

The first couple of days are a real struggle. Tuesday the 4th and Wednesday the 5th are looking poor – tiny waves, and rain and cross-shore junk in the water. Not worth getting wet for, honestly. Thursday the 6th is a bit better in the morning with a clean, glassy surface, but the swell is tiny at 1ft and the energy is weak (126). It’s surfable, but you’ll be fighting for every little crumble.

Then, things start to turn. Friday the 7th morning is where it begins to feel worthwhile. We’ve got a 2ft SSW groundswell with a period bumping up to 13 seconds. The energy is moderate (213) and it’s glassy out there. This is a good sign for a reef and point setup like Morro Negrito. Saturday the 8th morning is even better – clean, glassy conditions with a 2ft SSW swell and a 16-second period, energy up to 238. This is looking like one of the highlights of the week. The longer period means more push and better shape. Just be mindful that a long-period SSW groundswell, while good for a point and reef, can sometimes straighten out on the more open sections. Still, this is your best bet for a proper session.

Sunday the 9th and Monday the 10th are back to being average – still clean in the mornings, but the swell drops off and the energy fades. We’re looking at 1-2ft and less power. It’s not bad, but it’s not special. The afternoons are mostly a write-off with the chance of storms and onshore breezes.

The middle of the week, the 11th through the 13th, is much the same – small, clean mornings, but nothing to get excited about. The swell stays in that 1-1ft range and the energy is mostly low. It’s a bit of a lull.

Then, a real standout appears on the horizon. Friday the 14th morning is looking proper. We’ve got a 2ft SW groundswell with a very long 19-second period. The energy is moderate (205) and it’s absolutely glassy. This is one for the early crew. The longer period suggests real groundswell, and for a point and reef set-up, that’s where the magic happens. It’s promising, but it’s a week out so treat it with a bit of caution.

Saturday the 15th is another strong one. The morning is glassy again with a 2ft SW swell and a 16-second period, energy up to 262. The afternoon even has a light offshore wind, keeping things clean. This is shaping up as the best combination of size, period, and wind for a while. Both Friday and Saturday mornings are the ones to circle.

After that, we settle back into the same pattern for the 16th, 17th, and 18th – small, clean mornings and generally average surf. The energy dips back down and the swell subsides to 1-2ft. It’s still surfable, but you’ll need to pick your moments.

Finally, on Wednesday the 19th, there’s another uptick in the morning. The swell is back to 1ft but with a solid 18-second period from the SSW, and the energy is up to 256. It’s glassy, so the quality should be there. Another long-period swell, so again, the point and reef sections will handle it best.

Water temps are running about average for this time of year, nothing wild there.

So, overall: It’s a slow start, but the windows on Friday the 7th and Saturday the 8th mornings are your first real chances. Then, the long-range calls for Friday the 14th and Saturday the 15th mornings are looking the best of the whole outlook. The swell is still small, so don’t expect bombs, but the quality and cleanliness will be there. For a more consistent option, you’d be looking at the mornings all around, but those two weekends are your standouts. Be patient, check the buoys, and get on it early.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Heavy rain (total 49mm), heaviest during Tue afternoon. Warm (max 30°C on Thu morning, min 25°C on Tue afternoon). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 13mm), heaviest on Sat afternoon. Warm (max 29°C on Fri morning, min 25°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Tuesday
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Energy kJ
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149
Wind (km/h)
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NNE
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High Tide
7:39PM3.01m
8:00AM3.26m
8:26PM2.89m
8:48AM3.17m
9:22PM2.77m
9:46AM3.07m
10:30PM2.69m
10:56AM3.01m
11:48PM2.71m
12:12PM3.04m
1:04AM2.85m
1:24PM3.16m
2:10AM3.08m
Low Tide
1:35PM0.58m
1:42AM0.62m
2:20PM0.64m
2:29AM0.74m
3:14PM0.70m
3:25AM0.86m
4:18PM0.75m
4:33AM0.94m
5:31PM0.74m
5:52AM0.94m
6:45PM0.63m
7:08AM0.83m
7:51PM0.45m
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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Information about the Morro Negrito Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Morro Negrito provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Morro Negrito can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Morro Negrito 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 (Morro Negrito) 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 Morro Negrito 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.

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