
Surf Forecasts:
Punta Roca surf forecast from 23 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 25 Jul, 3AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 21s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 28 Jul, 9AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 18s period, SSW swell with 1,922 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 23 Jul, 3AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 12s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Punta Roca this week:
The surf forecast for Punta Roca over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 23) at 3AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.5m and 12s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 6s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Punta Roca in the next 16 days are 1.8m 18s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 9AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.2m 2s period and expected on Thursday (Jul 23) at 9AM.
| Wave Type | Time (CST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 3AM (Thu 23rd Jul) | 1.5ft (0.5m) 12s |
| Best Surf | 3AM (Sat 25th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 21s |
| Most Powerful | 9AM (Tue 28th Jul) | 6ft (1.8m) 18s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Punta Roca over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s cooking for the next couple of weeks.
It’s a slow start, with little to nothing on offer for the first couple of days. The real action doesn’t kick in until Friday the 24th, and even then it’s building towards a proper standout session. The best of the whole window is going to be a stretch of mornings from Saturday the 25th through to Monday the 27th, with a solid pulse of SSW groundswell and glassy conditions. The water is sitting at 86°F, which is pretty much normal for this time of year.
The standout is Punta Roca on Saturday the 25th of July. We’re looking at a clean 3ft swell from the SSW, with a long 21-second period – that’s proper groundswell energy. The wind is glassy, a light NNW breeze. The wave energy is strong (1193), and this point break is going to be lined up and offering some beautiful, long rides. It’s a consistent spot, and with those conditions, it’s a top call for experienced surfers. Crowds are sometimes a factor here, so you might have some company.
Sunday the 26th is almost as good. Another glassy morning, this time with a 4ft SSW swell, still a solid 19-second period, and strong energy (1118). That’s a touch more size, still clean, and still excellent for experienced surfers.
Monday the 27th is the biggest of the bunch, with 5ft SSW swell, 18-second period, and the strongest energy of the run (1487). The wind is dead calm, making it glassy. That’s a solid wave, but at 5ft, it’s getting into the size where beginners might want to sit this one out.
After that, the quality drops off. The wind shifts onshore, and the swell starts to fade. The mornings of Thursday the 30th and Friday the 31st offer some clean windows with north winds, but the swell is dialing back to 4ft and 4ft. The energy is moderate (746 and 491). Not terrible, but not the epic sessions of that weekend.
The second week is pretty quiet. A few small, clean mornings on August 1st, August 3rd, August 5th, and August 6th, with swells down around 2ft to 3ft. The energy is weak (under 300) and the periods are shorter. You’ll find a surfable wave if you’re keen, but it won’t be setting the world on fire. Glassy conditions on the 6th of August with a 3ft swell from the SSW might be a decent log session.
So, to sum it up: the window is a bit slow to start, but the weekend of the 25th-27th of July is the clear winner. Get on it for the cleanest, most powerful waves of the outlook.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 12mm), heaviest on Thu night. Warm (max 31°C on Thu morning, min 26°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 24mm), heaviest during Mon night. Warm (max 30°C on Sat afternoon, min 26°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Wed 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SW 12 | SSE 7 | SW 26 | SW 18 | SSW 24 | SSW 24 | SSW 21 | SSW 21 | SSW 21 | SSW 19 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 19 | SSW 17 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
144 | 72 | 88 | 171 | 92 | 704 | 487 | 952 | 943 | 557 | 1424 | 983 | 1056 | 1159 | 1431 | 750 | 1352 | 1922 | 1644 | 1408 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | off | glassy | on | glassy | cross-on | on | cross | glassy | on | glassy | glassy | cross-on | off | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off |
High Tide | 9:05PM1.59m | 9:33AM1.84m | 10:02PM1.50m | 10:28AM1.78m | 11:02PM1.46m | 11:25AM1.76m | 00:03AM1.46m | 12:20PM1.78m | 00:59AM1.50m | 1:12PM1.82m | 1:49AM1.58m | 1:59PM1.88m | 2:34AM1.67m | |||||||
Low Tide | 3:09PM0.50m | 3:07AM0.52m | 4:07PM0.55m | 4:01AM0.60m | 5:06PM0.57m | 4:59AM0.63m | 6:05PM0.55m | 5:57AM0.63m | 6:58PM0.50m | 6:52AM0.59m | 7:46PM0.44m | 7:42AM0.54m | 8:28PM0.37m | |||||||
— | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:41 | — | — | 5:41 | — | — | |
6:27 | — | — | 6:27 | — | — | 6:27 | — | — | 6:27 | — | — | 6:25 | — | — | 6:25 | — | — | 6:25 | — | |
mm | — | 2 | — | — | 6 | 1 | 1 | 2 | — | — | 5 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 5 | — | — | 4 |
Temp °C | 30 | 28 | 31 | 29 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 27 | 30 | 30 | 27 | 30 | 28 | 27 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 26 |
Feels °C | 33 | 33 | 32 | 32 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 30 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 34 | 32 | 31 | 33 | 31 | 31 | 30 | 31 | 29 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 7 | SE 6 | SSE 7 | SW 12 | SSE 6 | S 8 | SSW 9 | SSW 8 | SSW 8 | SSW 8 | SSW 19 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SW 16 | SSW 17 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 |
55 | 33 | 88 | 77 | 52 | 331 | 343 | 217 | 179 | 184 | 1424 | 983 | 1056 | 1159 | 1431 | 580 | 1352 | 1922 | 1644 | 1408 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 26 | SSW 9 | SSW 24 | SSW 24 | SSW 21 | SSW 21 | SSW 21 | SSW 8 | SSW 8 | SE 7 | SSE 10 | SE 7 | SSW 19 | SSE 9 | SE 7 | SSE 7 | SE 6 |
144 | 72 | 72 | 171 | 92 | 704 | 487 | 952 | 943 | 557 | 130 | 81 | 37 | 88 | 36 | 750 | 64 | 69 | 61 | 17 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 11 | SW 14 | SSW 11 | S 11 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 14 | SW 7 | SW 7 | S 8 | SE 7 | WSW 10 | — | SSW 11 | S 8 |
42 | 53 | 23 | 9 | 79 | 77 | 42 | 73 | 71 | 36 | 43 | 54 | 44 | 31 | 20 | 54 | 9 | — | 23 | 21 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 2 | — | NNE 2 | SSE 7 | SSE 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
1 | — | 1 | 102 | 53 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 232 | 0 | 0 | 340 | 0 | 7 | 358 | 3 | 0 | 232 | 0 | 0 | 340 | 0 | 0 | 140 | 0 | 3 | 408 | 0 |
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Information about the Punta Roca Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Punta Roca provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Punta Roca can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Punta Roca 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 (Punta Roca) 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 Punta Roca 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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