Surf Forecasts:
Baya Reef surf forecast from 29 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 30 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 19s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 31 Aug, 7PM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 18s period, SSW swell with 2,734 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 30 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 13s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Baya Reef this week:
The surf forecast for Baya Reef over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 30) at 4AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 13s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Baya Reef in the next 16 days are 2.1m 18s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 31) at 7PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (WIB) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 4AM (Sun 30th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 10PM (Sun 30th Aug) | 4ft (1.2m) 19s |
| Most Powerful | 7PM (Mon 31st Aug) | 7ft (2.1m) 18s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Baya Reef over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming up for the next couple of weeks.
We’ve got a solid run of swell on the way, but it’s a bit of a mixed bag with the wind. The only spot in the frame is Baya Reef, and it’s a consistent, advanced reef setup that needs the right direction. The overall pattern is a long stretch of SW groundswell, with periods hanging in that 13 to 19 second range, so there’s some proper energy in the water. The combined swell energy gets up into the thousands, so there’s plenty of power (moderate to strong energy in the 959 to 3825 range). The catch? The wind is mostly cross or cross-shore, and on a reef, that can mess with the line-up.
The best call is the morning of Tuesday, September 1. The swell is solid at 7 ft from the SW, with a period of 17 seconds – that’s a long-period groundswell that will wrap nicely into the reef. The wind is light and cross, which is as good as it gets for this break, and the combined energy is strong at 2466, so there’s plenty of push. It’s an advanced wave, so not for the faint-hearted, but for those who can handle it, this is the standout. Crowds are possible here, so get in early.
The next real highlight to keep an eye on is the morning of Sunday, September 13. That’s a week and a half away, so treat it as promising but not locked in. Swell is 7 ft from the SW, 16 seconds, with light cross winds again. The combined energy is a beast at 3825, the strongest of the whole run. If the wind holds, that could be a proper session.
The rest of the period is a bit of a grind. There are waves every day, but the afternoons get hammered by fresh winds that make a mess of things. The mornings are your best bet. The 4th of September and the 7th of September have a brief cross-offshore wind, which cleans things up nicely, but the swell is smaller, around 3 ft to 4 ft. Still, on a reef, that can be fun if you’re on the right board.
Water temp is about average for the time of year, so no need to worry about a thick suit.
Keep it on the dawn patrol and you’ll get the best of it.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Sat morning, min 23°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Tue morning, min 24°C on Tue night). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | Thursday 3 | Friday 4 | |||||||||||||||
AM | 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 14 | SW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SW 19 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
846 | 540 | 506 | 461 | 723 | 957 | 1652 | 1947 | 2267 | 2408 | 2728 | 2078 | 1571 | 1314 | 989 | 695 | 676 | 581 | 412 | 421 | 522 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off |
High Tide | 8:42PM1.19m | 8:41AM1.26m | 9:07PM1.28m | 9:13AM1.22m | 9:34PM1.35m | 9:45AM1.14m | 10:04PM1.39m | 10:18AM1.04m | 10:37PM1.39m | 10:54AM0.93m | 11:15PM1.36m | 11:34AM0.81m | 00:01AM1.31m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 2:30PM0.15m | 2:36AM0.26m | 2:52PM0.15m | 3:12AM0.21m | 3:15PM0.15m | 3:48AM0.18m | 3:39PM0.17m | 4:27AM0.18m | 4:03PM0.19m | 5:10AM0.21m | 4:30PM0.24m | 6:00AM0.27m | 5:00PM0.30m | ||||||||
5:56 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | |
— | 5:53 | — | — | 5:53 | — | — | 5:53 | — | — | 5:53 | — | — | 5:53 | — | — | 5:53 | — | — | 5:53 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 28 | 27 | 24 | 28 | 27 | 25 | 27 | 27 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 29 | 28 | 25 |
Feels °C | 27 | 25 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 29 | 27 | 26 | 30 | 27 | 26 | 30 | 27 | 26 | 30 | 27 | 25 | 27 | 26 | 25 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 14 | SW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SW 19 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 |
846 | 540 | 506 | 461 | 723 | 957 | 1652 | 1947 | 2267 | 2408 | 2728 | 2078 | 1571 | 1314 | 989 | 695 | 676 | 581 | 412 | 421 | 522 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 7 | SSW 15 | SSW 13 | SW 20 | S 10 | S 12 | S 9 | — | S 10 | S 9 | — | S 7 | S 8 | — | S 7 | S 7 | S 17 | S 7 | S 7 | SSW 16 | S 8 |
33 | 72 | 137 | 428 | 148 | 276 | 104 | — | 89 | 80 | — | 54 | 58 | — | 52 | 38 | 5 | 34 | 47 | 147 | 95 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 22 | SSW 23 | SSW 21 | S 13 | SSW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 19 | — | — | — | W 15 | W 15 |
18 | 53 | 178 | 86 | 113 | 53 | 49 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 7 | — | — | — | 4 | 4 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 6 | S 7 | SSE 6 | — | — | — | — | S 11 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 6 | SSE 7 | SSE 7 | SSE 8 | SSE 7 | SE 7 | SSE 7 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SSE 4 | SE 7 |
57 | 44 | 60 | — | — | — | — | 178 | 149 | 143 | 110 | 154 | 127 | 77 | 127 | 109 | 49 | 135 | 131 | 24 | 200 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 259 | 259 | 3 | 259 | 850 | 0 | 259 | 996 | 24 | 259 | 259 | 0 | 259 | 850 | 0 | 24 | 259 | 27 | 259 | 259 | 24 |
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Information about the Baya Reef Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Baya Reef provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Baya Reef can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Baya Reef 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 (Baya Reef) 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 Baya Reef 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.
Baya Reef is 35 km (22 miles) from the city of Pelabuhanratu. If you plan a holiday in West Java, look for hotels and other accommodation in Pelabuhanratu. Pelabuhanratu has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.











