
Surf Forecasts:
Baya Reef surf forecast from 27 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 30 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 16s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 2 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 18s period, SSW swell with 2,330 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 28 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 16s 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 Tuesday (Jul 28) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Baya Reef in the next 16 days are 2.0m 18s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 02) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 6s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 01) at 4PM.
| Wave Type | Time (WIB) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Tue 28th Jul) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 7AM (Thu 30th Jul) | 4ft (1.2m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Sun 2nd Aug) | 6.5ft (2.0m) 18s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Baya Reef over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here, let's talk about what's cookin' for the next couple of weeks.
We've got a solid run of swell lined up for Baya Reef, but it's a two-part story. The first week is a bit of a teaser with plenty of energy but the wind is a constant hassle. The real standout window is a ways out, and it's a big one, so you gotta be patient.
Things start off quiet on Monday, July 27th with a 3ft SSE swell that's got a cross-chop on it. Don't bother. Tuesday the 28th, though, offers a glimmer. The morning session is the real deal here with a clean 2ft SSW groundswell at a very long 16 seconds. The wind is glassy, dead calm from the south at 3 mph. For a reef break, that's about as good as it gets. The water is a warm 81°, which is pretty normal for this time of year. That's the one session to circle early in the week if you're chasing perfection. The afternoon spoils it with a cross-breeze.
From Wednesday the 29th right through to the end of the first week, the swell hangs around between 3ft and 5ft, but it's all cross-shore wind. The energy is there – moderate to strong – but the wind keeps it messy. Thursday morning the 30th has a 3ft SSW swell with a 19-second period, which is a proper long-period groundswell, but the cross-breeze just kills the shape. It's frustrating.
The second week sees a serious ramp up. By Sunday, August 2nd, we're looking at a 7ft SSW swell on the morning, and the combined energy is already strong. The cross-shore wind is still there, but it's a light breeze, so the chop is manageable. The swell keeps building, and by Wednesday, August 5th, the 6ft morning swell jumps to 7ft in the afternoon with a 18-second period and a massive energy reading. The cross-wind is moderate, but these are solid, powerful waves.
Now, the absolute standout. You want to be there for the morning of Saturday, August 8th. It's a 10ft SSW groundswell with a 19-second period and a massive energy reading. That's a huge, powerful, very long-period swell. The wind is a gentle 9 mph cross-shore, meaning it'll be a little lumpy but still very rideable. This is a big, powerful groundswell, and Baya Reef is the perfect setup for it. The sets will be long and clean, and the paddle out will be easier between them. This is for experienced surfers only – over 8ft is expert territory. The afternoon gets too windy.
Sunday, August 9th, stays big at 8ft, and Monday, August 10th, the wind finally turns to a cross-offshore in the morning, cleaning up the 8ft SSW swell. That's another good window. The swell tapers off through the end of the forecast, but the wind stays a problem.
So, the best bet is Saturday, August 8th morning for the big, powerful groundswell. The Tuesday 28th morning is a close second for the glassy, clean conditions. If you're a strong paddler, the 10th morning is also worth a look.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Wed morning, min 23°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Thu afternoon, min 24°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Mon 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SSE 10 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
218 | 220 | 215 | 283 | 344 | 394 | 290 | 347 | 643 | 565 | 817 | 753 | 1245 | 1094 | 1399 | 1276 | 1230 | 2330 | 1872 | 1511 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | glassy | glassy | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | glassy | cross | cross | glassy | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off |
High Tide | 7:26PM0.70m | 6:34AM1.20m | 7:57PM0.78m | 7:17AM1.26m | 8:25PM0.86m | 7:54AM1.30m | 8:53PM0.95m | 8:29AM1.32m | 9:20PM1.03m | 9:01AM1.31m | 9:47PM1.11m | 9:32AM1.27m | 10:14PM1.18m | |||||||
Low Tide | 11:46PM0.54m | 1:53PM0.21m | 00:42AM0.49m | 2:21PM0.17m | 1:28AM0.45m | 2:46PM0.14m | 2:09AM0.41m | 3:10PM0.12m | 2:48AM0.38m | 3:33PM0.13m | 3:26AM0.35m | 3:56PM0.14m | ||||||||
— | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | |
5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 27 | 25 | 27 | 27 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 27 | 27 | 25 | 28 | 27 | 25 |
Feels °C | 27 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 26 | 29 | 27 | 26 | 29 | 27 | 27 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 10 | SSE 9 | S 8 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 |
218 | 118 | 66 | 283 | 344 | 394 | 290 | 347 | 588 | 565 | 817 | 753 | 1245 | 1094 | 1399 | 1276 | 1230 | 2330 | 1872 | 1511 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | S 8 | S 7 | S 7 | SSW 18 | SSW 20 | SSW 19 | SW 18 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 20 | SSW 20 | SSE 6 | SSW 21 | SSW 20 | SE 7 | S 11 | — |
107 | 220 | 215 | 58 | 54 | 37 | 106 | 256 | 643 | 470 | 322 | 282 | 158 | 218 | 12 | 147 | 671 | 7 | 9 | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | — | SW 11 | SSW 22 | SW 21 | S 7 | S 7 | W 12 | S 6 | SW 22 | WNW 11 | — | W 18 | NW 11 | — | — | — | — |
77 | 53 | 35 | — | 19 | 48 | 117 | 38 | 24 | 3 | 20 | 118 | 12 | — | 6 | 4 | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | SSE 8 | — | — | S 7 | — | — | S 7 | — | — | SSE 7 | SE 7 | — | SSE 6 | SE 6 | SSE 6 | — | — |
— | — | — | 179 | — | — | 47 | — | — | 32 | — | — | 78 | 67 | — | 72 | 49 | 25 | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 259 | 0 | 0 | 259 | 0 | 219 | 259 | 0 | 219 | 259 | 0 | 219 | 259 | 0 | 259 | 259 | 0 | 24 | 259 | 0 |
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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.










