Surf Forecasts:
Zippers-Costa Azul surf forecast from 19 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 22 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 14s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 24 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 17s period, SW swell with 419 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 19 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 14s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Zippers-Costa Azul this week:
The surf forecast for Zippers-Costa Azul over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 19) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 14s 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 Zippers-Costa Azul in the next 16 days are 0.9m 17s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 24) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 5s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 22) at 8AM.
| Wave Type | Time (MST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8PM (Wed 19th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Sat 22nd Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Mon 24th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Zippers-Costa Azul over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. We’ve got a two-week window ahead for Zippers-Costa Azul, and it’s a real mixed bag. The water temp is sitting at 89°F and it’s 7°F warmer than usual for this time of year, so that’s way above average – you’ll be in a shorty for sure, but it’s noticeably warm.
The first week is pretty quiet. The first decent chance comes Thursday afternoon, the 20th of August. We’ve got a 3ft SSW swell rolling in with a 13-second period, and the wind goes clean cross-offshore from the WSW. The combined energy is moderate (391), and it’ll be clean. That’s your best bet early on.
Friday, the 21st, is similar: a clean cross-offshore in the afternoon with 2ft SSW swell and 13 seconds. The energy is moderate (299). It’s not big, but it’s rideable.
The next standout lands on the 24th of August, Monday afternoon. The swell pushes up a bit to 3ft from the SW with a long 17-second period. That’s proper groundswell energy, and combined it’s moderate (672). The wind is cross-offshore from the west, so it’s clean. There’s a risk of thunderstorms, but the surf should be good.
We’ve got another clean window on the 25th of August, Tuesday afternoon. It’s 2ft SW swell with a 16-second period, cross-offshore wind, and the combined energy is moderate (452). It’s not huge, but it’s got rhythm.
The real standout, though, is the weekend of the 28th and 29th of August. Friday morning the 28th sees a 4ft SSW swell with a 16-second period, and a combined energy of 1071 – that’s strong. The wind is light from the SE, but it’s onshore. The afternoon is better: 5ft SSW swell, 17-second period, cross-shore wind from the SW, and a massive energy of 1430. This is the biggest, most powerful swell of the run. Saturday the 29th holds a 6ft SSW swell, 16-second period, combined energy of 1452. The wind is cross-offshore from the WSW by the afternoon, so it’ll be clean. This is the pick of the fortnight – it’s big, it’s long-period, and it’s clean. For the experts, that is.
After that, the energy drops off and the wind goes ugly. From the 30th of August through to the 3rd of September, it’s a write-off. The wind is onshore and strong, with gusts up to 34 mph, and the swell is short-period and messy. The 3rd of September sees an 8ft S swell, but it’s short-period (10–11 seconds) and the wind is howling onshore. That’s kite-surf or foil territory, not paddle.
So, bottom line: the best on offer is the 28th and 29th of August. That’s the one to circle. The first week is small but clean in patches. The second week is a no-go.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Wed night. Warm (max 33°C on Thu morning, min 28°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Mon afternoon. Warm (max 32°C on Sat morning, min 27°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 16 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSE 10 | SSW 14 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 |
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325 | 321 | 316 | 236 | 225 | 151 | 111 | 151 | 217 | 288 | 156 | 297 | 289 | 240 | 273 | 288 | 346 | 281 | 206 | 258 | 302 | |
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Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | cross | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | off | cross-on | cross-off | off | on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | off | cross-on | cross-off | off |
High Tide | 11:45AM1.39m | 12:18PM1.32m | 2:45PM1.26m | 9:01AM1.15m | 4:50PM1.32m | 8:09AM1.17m | 5:48PM1.43m | 8:03AM1.22m | 6:28PM1.54m | 8:10AM1.29m | 7:03PM1.63m | ||||||||||
Low Tide | 8:35PM0.73m | 11:51PM0.61m | 00:27AM0.49m | 11:39AM1.12m | 00:52AM0.37m | 12:16PM1.02m | 1:15AM0.28m | 12:42PM0.91m | 1:36AM0.20m | 1:08PM0.80m | 1:57AM0.16m | ||||||||||
5:56 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | |
— | 6:47 | — | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:44 | — | — | 6:43 | — | |
mm | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | 4 | — | — | 1 | — |
Temp °C | 31 | 31 | 29 | 33 | 31 | 29 | 32 | 32 | 30 | 32 | 31 | 29 | 31 | 30 | 28 | 32 | 31 | 28 | 31 | 32 | 29 |
Feels °C | 35 | 34 | 34 | 36 | 34 | 31 | 36 | 37 | 33 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 33 | 32 | 36 | 33 | 30 | 34 | 34 | 32 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSE 9 | SSW 13 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSW 14 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 9 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SW 16 | SW 16 |
325 | 321 | 316 | 236 | 225 | 151 | 68 | 151 | 94 | 132 | 129 | 297 | 222 | 240 | 188 | 183 | 166 | 105 | 85 | 258 | 302 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 9 | SSE 8 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 9 | SSW 13 | SSE 9 | SSW 14 | SSW 16 | SSW 13 | SSE 9 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SSW 13 | SW 16 | SSE 10 | SSW 8 |
44 | 24 | 54 | 54 | 74 | 69 | 111 | 68 | 217 | 288 | 156 | 62 | 289 | 198 | 273 | 288 | 346 | 170 | 206 | 83 | 37 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 7 | S 9 | SSW 20 | WNW 4 | SW 19 | SW 18 | WNW 5 | SW 18 | SW 17 | WNW 5 | W 6 | SSE 11 | SW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SW 17 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSE 10 |
9 | 27 | 38 | 4 | 92 | 83 | 12 | 80 | 76 | 23 | 15 | 45 | 155 | 214 | 214 | 121 | 160 | 281 | 121 | 111 | 52 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | WNW 3 | — | WNW 4 | WNW 4 | WNW 5 | W 5 | WNW 4 | — | — | W 6 | — | W 6 | W 6 | W 3 | W 3 | W 3 | — | NW 12 | WNW 4 |
— | — | 5 | — | 3 | 16 | 28 | 11 | 21 | — | — | 10 | — | 10 | 11 | 3 | 5 | 5 | — | 68 | 10 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 4 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33 | 13 | 0 | 312 | 312 | 0 | 10 | 58 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 0 |
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Information about the Zippers-Costa Azul Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Zippers-Costa Azul provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Zippers-Costa Azul can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Zippers-Costa Azul 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 (Zippers-Costa Azul) 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 Zippers-Costa Azul 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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