Playa de Xago Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, folks, Rusty here. Let’s get into it.

Well, it’s a slow start. We’re looking at a stretch of pretty ordinary conditions for the next week or so before things finally wake up. The first few days are a bit of a write-off, with small, weak swell and mostly cross-off or cross-shore winds. There’s a long gap with no real recommendations until we get deeper into the window.

The best waves on offer look like they’ll roll in around Monday the 17th of August. That’s when the energy finally shows up. For the first real standout, we’re heading to Playa de Xago. The swell builds nicely on Monday morning with a 6ft NW swell and a combined energy of 484 (moderate). The wind is light and cross-offshore, keeping things clean. This is a more exposed spot, so it’ll pick up that swell well. The waves will have some punch but aren’t huge – good for strong intermediates. The water temperature is about average for this time of year, nothing unusual.

The afternoon of the 17th gets a bit bigger, pushing 8ft from the WNW, but the wind swings to a light cross-shore, so it might get a little bumpy. That’s a bit more size, but it’s getting into the zone where beginners might want to sit it out. The combined energy jumps to 883 (strong), so there’s plenty of juice.

Another day worth keeping an eye on is Friday the 21st of August. After a few smaller days, we get a nice clean-up. The morning brings a 4ft NW swell with glassy conditions and a combined energy of 227 (moderate). The wind is dead calm, making for a smooth, clean surface. That’s a great morning to be out there without the crowds being too mad.

So, to sum it up: the first week is a dud. Don’t bother. The real action starts on the 17th of August at Playa de Xago, with a fresh NW swell and clean conditions. It’s not a monster, but it’s the best wave in the forecast. The 21st also looks good for a glassy session. After that, the swell fades again.

Rusty.

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