Zippers-Costa Azul Surf Break

Lat Long: 22.96° N 109.80° W

Zippers-Costa Azul Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 4 pm 03 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Zippers-Costa Azul sea temperature is
30.3° C
2.7° 

Zippers-Costa Azul surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Zippers-Costa Azul surf forecast from 4 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 6 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 18s period, SSW swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 8 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 16s period, SSW swell with 582 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 4 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 16s period with SW 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 Tuesday (Aug 04) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.4m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 12s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Zippers-Costa Azul in the next 16 days are 1.1m 16s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 08) at 5AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.8m 4s period and expected on Friday (Aug 07) at 2AM.

Wave TypeTime (MST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 2AM (Tue 4th Aug)1.5ft (0.4m) 16s
Best Surf11PM (Thu 6th Aug)2.5ft (0.7m) 18s
Most Powerful 5AM (Sat 8th Aug)3.5ft (1.1m) 16s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Zippers-Costa Azul over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s cookin’ for the Zippers-Costa Azul stretch over the next couple of weeks.

Right off the bat, we’re looking at a bit of a slow start. The first couple of days are pretty ordinary, not worth paddlin’ out. The real action starts to build later in the week. The water temp is sitting at 87°, which is *much* warmer than normal for this time of year, so if you’re heading to Zippers-Costa Azul, expect a bath—a very unusual situation.

Monday 3rd is a write-off – a storm threat and surfable but very ordinary conditions with a weak 2ft SW swell (energy is low at 166). Glassy wind in the arvo, but the waves just aren’t there.

Tuesday 4th through Wednesday 5th are poor as well. Tiny 1ft to 2ft SW swells, cross-on or cross-off winds that are too light or in the wrong direction. Not worth your time.

Thursday 6th morning is still marginal, but the *arvo* is where things start to get interesting. We get a jump to a 2ft SSW swell with a very long period of 18 seconds, and moderate wave energy (476). The cross-off wind will keep it clean. That long period means the groundswell will have plenty of push, but at a beach and reef setup like this, it might bend a bit straight. Still, the best option of the week so far.

Friday 7th has a similar size (3ft SSW, 17 seconds) but offshore wind in the morning, which is a good sign. However, the conditions are described as marginal, so the timing and tide will be everything. Keep an eye on the morning.

Saturday 8th is the first real standout to get excited about. Saturday *afternoon* sees 3ft SSW swell, period around 15 seconds, and light cross-off wind. The energy is moderate (538) and it’s labelled “expect very good surf conditions.” This is the best window of the first week – clean, solid, and rideable for intermediates.

Sunday 9th fades out again. The swell drops back and the wind turns cross-onshore or cross-shore with chop. Nothing special.

Monday 10th to Tuesday 11th is all marginal and poor again. The swell sticks around 2ft-3ft but the wind is messy, and periods are very long (19-20 seconds) which for a beach/reef mix can make it hard to find a good wall.

Wednesday 12th afternoon is worth a look: 3ft SW, 16 seconds, cross-off wind, clean conditions – a good call for an afternoon session.

Thursday 13th *afternoon* is another standout. You’ve got 3ft SW at 16 seconds, light cross-off breeze, and the energy jumps to 668. Label says “expect very good surf conditions.” This could be a fun, clean session.

Friday 14th afternoon sees the biggest swell of the run so far – 4ft SSW, 17 seconds, and strong wave energy at 1047. This is moderate-to-strong energy, and while the wind is light cross-shore, the conditions are marginal. For intermediate and above, this could be a punchy day, but beginners might find it a bit much.

Saturday 15th is a mess in the morning (choppy), but the afternoon cleans up with a cross-off. Still 4ft, but the energy is strong (859). Worth a look if you can handle the size.

Sunday 16th morning is a great sleeper pick: 3ft SSW, 14 seconds, light cross-off wind, and “expect very good surf conditions.” Clean, glassy-like, and not too big. This is a solid option.

From Monday 17th onwards, the swell slowly fades. The rest of the stretch into Tuesday 18th is a mix of marginal and poor conditions. The energy levels drop, and the winds get tricky. No more standouts in the second week.

The pick of the period: Saturday 8th afternoon and Thursday 13th afternoon are your best bets – clean, solid 3ft-ish groundswell with good winds. If you want a bit more size and have the skills, Friday 14th afternoon delivers punch. Crowds at Zippers-Costa Azul are “often,” so expect company on these days.

This is Rusty, signing off.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Warm (max 31°C on Mon afternoon, min 27°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Sat night. Warm (max 31°C on Thu afternoon, min 27°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light.

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SW
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0.4
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15
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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90
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54
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127
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144
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286
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475
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487
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417
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389
342
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Wind (km/h)
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SSE
15
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High Tide
11:08PM1.23m
11:43AM1.49m
00:06AM1.05m
12:27PM1.49m
2:20AM0.89m
1:33PM1.47m
3:13PM1.48m
7:44AM1.11m
4:46PM1.57m
7:50AM1.20m
5:54PM1.68m
Low Tide
5:24PM0.62m
5:03AM0.58m
6:29PM0.64m
5:22AM0.71m
8:11PM0.62m
5:23AM0.84m
10:30PM0.51m
11:51PM0.32m
10:21AM1.07m
00:42AM0.15m
11:56AM0.98m
1:24AM0.03m
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Temp °C
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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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