Surf Forecasts:
Las Urracas surf forecast from 30 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 29 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 13s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 4 Sep, 8PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 15s period, SW swell with 1,124 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 29 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 13s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Las Urracas this week:
The surf forecast for Las Urracas over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 29) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.8m and 13s period. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Las Urracas in the next 16 days are 1.6m 15s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 04) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (-04) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Sat 29th Aug) | 6ft (1.8m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Sat 29th Aug) | 6ft (1.8m) 13s |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Fri 4th Sep) | 5ft (1.6m) 15s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Las Urracas over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for the next couple of weeks.
We’re looking at a pretty slow start, but the second half of the week will clean right up. The ocean is going to be a bit of a mix of leftover energy and building swell, so patience is key. The first few days are a bit of a write-off, but from Tuesday, September 1st things start to get interesting.
The water is sitting at 65°F right now, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year. That’s a nice bonus.
### The Rundown
Las Urracas is a reef setup that needs a good clean window to shine. It’s very consistent and exposed to the swell, but it’s been getting a bit messy.
Saturday 29th August afternoon is a no-go. There’s a 6ft SW swell but the wind is onshore, and the combined energy is a solid 1200, but it’s just not clean. Not worth paddling out.
Sunday 30th and Monday 31st are more of the same – cross-onshore winds and dropping swell. The energy is still moderate (830 to 496), but the chop is going to ruin it. Skip these days.
Now, here’s where it gets good. Tuesday 1st September is our first real standout. The morning brings a glassy 3ft SW swell with a 12-second period. The wind is dead calm. The water is glassy. The combined energy is a moderate 385, but the quality is going to be excellent. This is a session for the intermediate crew. The afternoon is even better with a 3ft SW swell, glassy, and a combined energy of 530. Perfect.
Wednesday 2nd September morning is pure magic. A 2ft SW swell with a very long 18-second period. The wind is glassy, and the combined energy is 604. This is a gem. The swell is a bit small, but the quality will be unreal. The afternoon is also a winner with a 3ft SW swell and glassy conditions.
Thursday 3rd and Friday 4th September see a bit of a drop in quality. The swell builds back up to 5ft to 5ft, but the cross-onshore wind returns. The period is long (15-18 seconds), which is good for the reef, but the wind is a letdown. The energy is moderate to strong (680 to 1013), but the wind keeps it from being a standout.
Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th September are a mixed bag. The morning on Saturday is marginal, but the Sunday afternoon (6th) is a good one again. A 3ft SW swell, glassy, with a combined energy of 452. Clean and fun.
Monday 8th September afternoon is another standout. A 4ft SW swell, glassy, and a combined energy of 676. The period is 14 seconds, so there’s plenty of push. This is a solid session.
Tuesday 9th September is a cracker. The morning has a light cross-offshore wind (N), which is a major positive, cleaning up a 4ft SW swell. The afternoon is glassy again with the same swell. The energy is moderate (594). This is a top pick.
From Wednesday 10th September onwards, the forecast gets a bit messy again. The wind turns onshore and the swell drops. The energy stays moderate (581 to 434), but the chop is going to be a problem. The last few days (11th to 13th) are pretty poor, with strong onshore winds and choppy conditions. The 13th has a 2ft SW swell with a very long 18-second period, but the wind is cross-onshore, making it a no-go.
### The Bottom Line
The best bets are Tuesday 1st September, Wednesday 2nd September, Sunday 6th September afternoon, Monday 8th September afternoon, and Tuesday 9th September. These are the windows where the wind and swell line up for a proper surf. The rest is mostly for the die-hards or for those who want to just sit on the beach.
Stay stoked, and see you in the water.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Mon afternoon, min 16°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Fri morning, min 16°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Sat 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | Thursday 3 | Friday 4 | ||||||||||||||
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 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 19 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
1200 | 966 | 824 | 646 | 505 | 533 | 258 | 469 | 268 | 259 | 338 | 311 | 212 | 510 | 516 | 594 | 757 | 883 | 940 | 978 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | glassy | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | glassy | glassy | cross-off | glassy | glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | on | glassy |
High Tide | 10:22PM1.09m | 10:28AM1.26m | 10:57PM1.12m | 11:01AM1.19m | 11:34PM1.15m | 11:36AM1.10m | 00:16AM1.18m | 12:17PM1.01m | 1:05AM1.19m | 1:06PM0.91m | 2:06AM1.20m | 2:14PM0.82m | 3:19AM1.22m | |||||||
Low Tide | 4:26PM0.31m | 4:13AM0.37m | 4:52PM0.31m | 4:54AM0.39m | 5:20PM0.33m | 5:39AM0.43m | 5:49PM0.35m | 6:32AM0.47m | 6:23PM0.38m | 7:37AM0.52m | 7:05PM0.42m | 9:01AM0.54m | 8:02PM0.46m | |||||||
— | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:47 | — | — | 6:46 | — | — | |
6:30 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 19 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 17 | 19 | 20 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 20 | 21 | 20 |
Feels °C | 18 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 17 | 18 | 20 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 21 | 20 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 10 | SW 10 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 |
1200 | 966 | 824 | 646 | 505 | 533 | 258 | 469 | 268 | 259 | 338 | 293 | 212 | 173 | 516 | 594 | 757 | 883 | 940 | 978 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | W 13 | W 12 | SW 20 | SW 18 | SW 12 | SW 19 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 15 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 19 | SW 10 | SW 10 | SW 9 | SSW 9 | SW 10 | — |
— | — | 3 | 3 | 15 | 52 | 187 | 125 | 75 | 77 | 137 | 311 | 210 | 510 | 100 | 98 | 84 | 53 | 73 | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | W 12 | W 13 | — | — | SW 18 | W 12 | SW 16 | SW 18 | SW 19 | — | SW 14 | SW 10 | WSW 10 | WSW 9 | SW 9 | — | — | — |
— | — | 3 | 3 | — | — | 51 | 3 | 42 | 194 | 133 | — | 118 | 28 | 64 | 35 | 22 | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
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Information about the Las Urracas Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Las Urracas provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Las Urracas can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Las Urracas 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 (Las Urracas) 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 Las Urracas 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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