Tubao Surf Break

Lat Long: 13.01° S 38.46° W

Tubao Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 2 am 06 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Tubao sea temperature is
26.0° C
0.6° 

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


Tubao surf forecast from 6 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 6 Aug, 9AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 8s period, ESE swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 12 Aug, 12AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 7s period, SE swell with 193 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 6 Aug, 9AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 8s period with ESE swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Tubao this week:

The surf forecast for Tubao over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 06) at 9AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Tubao in the next 16 days are 1.4m 7s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 12AM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 8s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 11) at 3AM.

Wave TypeTime (-03) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 9AM (Thu 6th Aug)3.5ft (1.1m) 8s
Best Surf 9AM (Thu 6th Aug)3.5ft (1.1m) 8s
Most Powerful12AM (Wed 12th Aug)4.5ft (1.4m) 7s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, let's talk about it. The ocean’s in a bit of a funk right now, flat and messy, so we're going to have to be patient. It's just one of those stretches. Water's sitting around 79°, right where it should be for this time of year.

The first real crack at it is on Thursday the 15th. We're looking at a small, clean 2ft wave from the ESE with a 13-second period. With that light offshore wind, it'll be smooth and glassy—perfect for a log or a mid-length. The energy reading is a moderate 259, but don't expect any size. The afternoon will likely get blown out, so make the most of the morning.

Now, the one to circle on the calendar is Tubao (La Union) on Sunday the 16th. That's the standout. We're talking a clean 3-4ft swell from the ESE, and that 12-second period is packing a punch. The combined energy jumps way up to 419, telling you there's some real power backing it up. The light cross-off wind will keep the faces nice and crisp. This is the best chance for a proper session during this whole window. Just be prepared for a bit of a paddle with those longer-period waves.

After that, it fades. The surf gets smaller and the wind turns onshore, turning the surface into a choppy mess. Any clean waves in the second week are a long shot, more of a "maybe" than a solid bet.

So, mark your calendar for the 15th and definitely the 16th. That Sunday morning is the one that'll have you smiling.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Some drizzle, heaviest during Thu morning. Warm (max 26°C on Fri afternoon, min 22°C on Thu morning). Winds increasing (light winds from the S on Thu morning, fresh winds from the ENE by Sat afternoon).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Some drizzle, heaviest during Tue night. Warm (max 25°C on Sun morning, min 24°C on Sun morning). Mainly fresh winds.

Thursday
6
Friday
7
Saturday
8
Sunday
9
Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Wave
Height (m)
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7
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
149
110
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66
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83
56
94
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140
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138
161
193
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173
117
Wind (km/h)
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WNW
20
ESE
20
ENE
10
NNW
20
E
25
ENE
15
NNE
30
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20
ENE
15
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ENE
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High Tide
9:12AM1.95m
9:29PM1.79m
10:39AM1.91m
11:03PM1.78m
12:07PM1.98m
00:29AM1.90m
1:16PM2.12m
1:34AM2.08m
2:10PM2.26m
2:26AM2.26m
2:57PM2.37m
3:14AM2.40m
3:40PM2.44m
Low Tide
3:22PM0.82m
3:50AM0.64m
4:55PM0.84m
5:22AM0.62m
6:20PM0.73m
6:42AM0.49m
7:24PM0.56m
7:43AM0.33m
8:15PM0.39m
8:34AM0.20m
9:00PM0.26m
9:21AM0.12m
9:43PM0.16m
rain showers
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5:27
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Temp °C
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Information about the Tubao Surf forecast

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

Tubao is 5 km (3 miles) from the city of Salvador. If you plan a holiday in Bahia - Norte, look for hotels and other accommodation in Salvador. Salvador has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

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