
Surf Forecasts:
Alnes Lighthouse surf forecast from 14 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 16 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 8s period, WNW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 18 Jul, 5PM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 7s period, N swell with 319 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 16 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 8s period with WNW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Alnes Lighthouse this week:
The surf forecast for Alnes Lighthouse over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 16) at 11AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 10s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Alnes Lighthouse in the next 16 days are 1.9m 7s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 18) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11AM (Thu 16th Jul) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 11AM (Thu 16th Jul) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 5PM (Sat 18th Jul) | 6ft (1.9m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Alnes Lighthouse over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s break it down. For the next 16 days, the surf at Alnes Lighthouse is looking pretty slim. It’s a point break that needs everything to line up, and most of this run is a bust with only a couple of moments that might be worth a look. There’s a long stretch of poor conditions, so don’t plan any trips around it.
We start on Tuesday 14 July with a small 3ft swell from the WNW, but the wind is blowing cross-shore from the NE at 12 mph, killing the shape. The water’s at 56°, which is normal for this time of year – nothing off. The wave energy is weak (172), so expect soft, gutless lines. The whole first week is a washout, with cross-shore and cross-onshore winds and lumpy chop. There’s a brief window on Thursday 16 July afternoon when the wind drops to a light cross-offshore, making it clean, but the swell is only 2ft with a short period of 8 seconds – it’s surfable but nothing special.
Then we hit a real dead zone. From Friday 17 July through Wednesday 22 July, it’s all poor surf conditions with strong winds, rain, and messy chop. There’s a tiny moment on Monday 20 July morning when the wind goes glassy, but the swell is tiny at 2ft and weak (125). Not worth the effort.
The next glimmer comes on Thursday 23 July morning. The wind is glassy, and the swell picks up a bit to 3ft from the WNW with an 8-second period, and the energy is moderate (106). It’s clean, but still small and ordinary. By the afternoon, the wind turns onshore and it’s over.
The one true standout in this whole mess is the long-range window on Friday 24 July. There’s a solid 3ft to 4ft swell from the WNW with a long period of 13 to 14 seconds – that’s real groundswell, and the combined energy hits 462 (moderate). That’s the most power we see all window. But here’s the catch: the wind is a strong cross-shore from the WSW and SW at 22 to 25 mph, making it lumpy and bumpy. For a point break, that long-period swell could wrap in nicely, but with that wind, it’s going to be choppy and challenging. For experienced surfers, it might be the only session worth paddling out for. After that, it fades into tiny, weak waves with glassy mornings but no real push.
Beginners should stay away – the few days with any size (over 3ft) are blown out, and the small days are too weak. Honestly, this setup looks more fun for kite surfing than paddle surfing on the windier days.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Wed afternoon, min 11°C on Thu night). Winds increasing (calm on Thu morning, strong winds from the NNE by Fri afternoon). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 12°C on Fri night, min 10°C on Sat night). Winds decreasing (near gales from the NNE on Sat afternoon, light winds from the NE by Mon morning). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tue 21 | |||||||||||||||
Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 9 | WNW 11 | WNW 10 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | W 9 | NW 8 | WNW 9 | WNW 11 | WNW 10 | NW 7 | N 7 | NW 7 | N 6 | N 7 | N 7 | N 9 | N 9 | N 9 | WNW 6 | NW 7 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
161 | 313 | 251 | 74 | 84 | 41 | 62 | 106 | 119 | 128 | 79 | 319 | 79 | 98 | 103 | 66 | 175 | 160 | 96 | 61 | 54 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross | cross | glassy | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-on | on |
High Tide | 00:00AM1.80m | 12:38PM1.67m | 00:48AM1.86m | 1:27PM1.66m | 1:34AM1.87m | 2:15PM1.60m | 2:20AM1.83m | 3:01PM1.53m | 3:05AM1.74m | 3:46PM1.45m | 3:51AM1.63m | 4:32PM1.37m | 4:40AM1.49m | 5:20PM1.31m | |||||||
Low Tide | 6:33AM-0.01m | 6:46PM0.18m | 7:23AM-0.07m | 7:32PM0.17m | 8:11AM-0.08m | 8:17PM0.20m | 8:57AM-0.03m | 9:01PM0.25m | 9:43AM0.06m | 9:47PM0.33m | 10:29AM0.19m | 10:35PM0.41m | 11:16AM0.33m | ||||||||
— | 4:11 | — | — | 4:13 | — | — | 4:16 | — | — | 4:18 | — | — | 4:20 | — | — | 4:22 | — | — | 4:26 | — | |
11:12 | — | — | 11:09 | — | — | 11:07 | — | — | 11:06 | — | — | 11:02 | — | — | 11:00 | — | — | 10:59 | — | 10:55 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 13 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 13 |
Feels °C | 9 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 11 | 11 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 9 | WNW 11 | WNW 10 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 7 | NW 8 | WNW 9 | WNW 11 | WNW 10 | NW 7 | W 9 | NW 7 | NW 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 9 | N 9 | N 9 | WNW 6 | NW 7 |
161 | 313 | 251 | 74 | 84 | 36 | 62 | 106 | 119 | 128 | 77 | 54 | 79 | 24 | 103 | 66 | 175 | 160 | 96 | 61 | 54 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 11 | — | — | W 10 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | WNW 12 | WNW 8 | — | W 9 | — | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 7 | WNW 12 | WNW 11 | WNW 10 | N 8 | W 7 |
133 | — | — | 48 | 30 | 41 | 25 | 78 | 51 | — | 79 | — | 31 | 18 | 29 | 17 | 27 | 39 | 21 | 46 | 32 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | N 9 | N 8 | N 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 15 | NW 7 | N 9 | W 7 | W 7 | — | W 7 | N 8 |
— | — | — | — | 2 | 6 | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | 15 | 16 | 8 | 8 | — | 35 | 43 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NNE 4 | NNE 5 | NNW 8 | NNE 4 | N 7 | N 6 | N 6 | — | — | — | — | W 8 | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | 22 | 75 | 127 | 16 | 319 | 78 | 98 | — | — | — | — | 61 | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 82 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 82 | 82 | 0 | 626 | 648 | 749 | 615 | 728 | 751 | 490 | 665 | 656 | 691 | 0 | 679 | 82 | 490 |
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Information about the Alnes Lighthouse Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Alnes Lighthouse provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Alnes Lighthouse can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Alnes Lighthouse 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 (Alnes Lighthouse) 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 Alnes Lighthouse 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.
Are you planning a holiday in South and West Norway? If you are looking for accommodation near Alnes Lighthouse, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in South and West Norway, consider staying in Alesund which is 10 km (6 miles) away. Other places in and around South and West Norway where you can find information about places to rent, and car hire include Stranda which is 52 km (32 miles) away, Molde and Svelgen.











