Playa Samara Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, it’s Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what Playa Samara has cookin' for us over the next couple of weeks.

Playa Samara is a beach and reef setup, exposed to the south-southwest. It’s a fairly consistent spot, ideal for beginners. Water temp is about average for the time of year, nothing to write home about.

We’re in for a bit of a slow start, but once the swell gets its act together, there are some real gems to be had. The first recommendation kicks off on Thursday, July 23rd. The morning is just ordinary with a small 2ft SW swell and a cross-off wind, but the real story is Thursday afternoon. The wind goes glassy, the swell direction cleans up, and we get a nice spike in energy (334) from a long-period 26-second SW groundswell. It’s not big, only 1ft, but those long, clean lines will be a joy on a longboard or a funboard. The energy is moderate, but the quality is there.

Friday the 24th morning is a standout. The wind is offshore from the NNE, the swell bumps up to 2ft from the SW, and the period is a solid 24 seconds. The energy jumps to 743 (moderate), and the conditions are clean. This is a great time for a beginner or intermediate to get some dreamy, peeling waves. The afternoon turns onshore and messy, so get out early.

The weekend shapes up nicely. Saturday the 25th morning is glassy with a 3ft SW swell and a 21-second period. The energy is pumping at 761 – that’s a solid, moderate, fun-sized swell. It’s not big, but it’s clean. Sunday the 26th is the best of the weekend. Morning is glassy with a 4ft SW swell, and the afternoon gets even better. The wind stays glassy, the swell hits 4ft, and the energy climbs to 1135 (strong wave energy). The period drops to 18 seconds, but that’s still a quality groundswell. This is excellent for experienced surfers, but the size is still manageable for a confident intermediate. The afternoon does have a risk of thunderstorms, so keep an eye on the sky.

Monday the 27th morning is another top pick. Offshore wind from the NNE, a 4ft SW swell, and a 19-second period. The energy is very strong at 1414. This is clean, powerful, and lined up. The afternoon deteriorates with a cross-onshore wind. Tuesday the 28th gets a bit bigger and more challenging. The morning has a 5ft SW swell, but the wind is cross-shore, making it a bit bumpy. By the afternoon, the swell hits 6ft, and the onshore wind makes it a messy, sloppy affair. This is getting too big and choppy for the beginners, and the quality is poor.

Wednesday the 29th morning is a hidden gem. The wind is glassy, the swell is 5ft from the SW, and the energy is still strong at 1243. The conditions are excellent for experienced surfers, but that 5ft is right on the edge of being too much for learners. The afternoon gets cross-onshore again.

The following week sees the swell back off. Thursday the 30th morning is glassy with a 4ft SW swell, but the energy drops to 625. It’s still fun. Friday the 31st morning has an offshore wind and a 3ft SW swell – clean and rideable. The weekend of August 1st and 2nd is small, with 2ft to 3ft SW swells, and the wind is generally light. It’s surfable but nothing to get crazy about.

The best session on offer is clearly Sunday the 26th afternoon, with that glassy, 4ft SW swell and strong energy. The Monday the 27th morning with the offshore wind and 4ft swell is a very close second. Get on those.

Rusty out.

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