Ano Nuevo Surf Break

Lat Long: 37.11° N 122.31° W

Ano Nuevo Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 10 am 31 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Ano Nuevo sea temperature is
15.7° C
1.3° 

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


Ano Nuevo surf forecast from 31 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 2 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 9s period, WNW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 2 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 8ft (2.4m), 9s period, NW swell with 885 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 2 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 9s period with WNW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Ano Nuevo this week:

The surf forecast for Ano Nuevo over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 02) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.8m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 12s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Ano Nuevo in the next 16 days are 2.4m 9s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 02) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives.

Wave TypeTime (PDT) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 5AM (Sun 2nd Aug)6ft (1.8m) 9s
Best Surf 5AM (Sun 2nd Aug)6ft (1.8m) 9s
Most Powerful 2AM (Sun 2nd Aug)8ft (2.4m) 9s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. We’ve got a real mixed bag on our hands for the next couple of weeks. Honestly, this isn't the kind of forecast that gets you out of bed early. We're looking at a long stretch of poor surf conditions, with a lot of cross-shore and onshore winds messing up what little swell we have.

The first bit of action, if you can call it that, is a pulse of swell arriving on Friday, July 31st. Ano Nuevo will see a 3ft SSW swell with a period of 14 seconds. That's a decent period, a bit of groundswell, but the wind is a problem. A moderate NW breeze is blowing cross-shore, making it bumpy and uninviting. The combined energy is moderate at 619, but the report says it all – poor surf. The water is a touch warmer than normal at 60°F.

Saturday, August 1st, the swell bumps up to 6ft, but it's a short-period NW windswell at 8 seconds. Combine that with a fresh cross-shore wind, and you've got a lumpy, choppy mess. Not the place to be.

The following week, from August 2nd through the 14th, is a real struggle. We see small waves, mostly under 4ft, and the wind is never our friend. It's a constant battle of light onshore breezes or moderate cross-shore winds. The energy is weak, with values often in the 200-400 range, and the guidance labels everything as poor surf. There are a few mornings, like Monday, August 3rd, where the conditions are labelled "marginal," but the onshore wind kills it.

The best chance for a wave comes right at the end of the outlook. On Saturday, August 15th, we have a 3ft SSW swell with a very long 17-second period. The combined energy is moderate at 707, and the wind is light and cross-on. This is the standout window. That long period means those waves will have plenty of power, but at a beach-and-reef spot like Ano Nuevo, a long-period SSW swell can be proper. The light wind is the key here – it could be clean. But with a rating of 2/5 and "inconsistent" in the guidance, you have to be patient. This is a spot for the advanced crew, not beginners.

The rest of the 16 days is a write-off. That's a long gap of nearly two weeks where I wouldn't bother paddling out here. The setup is more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing on those windy days.

Stay tuned, the forecast can change, but for now, manage your expectations.

Rusty

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Fri afternoon, min 12°C on Sat night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the NW on Fri afternoon, light winds from the NW by Sun night).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Mon afternoon, min 14°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light.

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1.6
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2.4
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Energy kJ
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378
253
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124
106
Wind (km/h)
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NNW
20
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NNW
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High Tide
12:55PM1.32m
11:50PM1.50m
1:21PM1.37m
00:34AM1.39m
1:49PM1.44m
1:24AM1.25m
2:19PM1.51m
2:26AM1.10m
2:55PM1.58m
3:50AM0.97m
3:38PM1.63m
5:38AM0.92m
4:30PM1.69m
Low Tide
6:14PM0.74m
6:40AM-0.05m
6:57PM0.66m
7:11AM0.07m
7:46PM0.57m
7:44AM0.24m
8:42PM0.47m
8:20AM0.44m
9:46PM0.36m
9:04AM0.64m
10:58PM0.23m
10:00AM0.83m
00:11AM0.09m
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Information about the Ano Nuevo Surf forecast

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