
Surf Forecasts:
Baya Reef surf forecast from 9 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 10 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 20s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 11 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 19s period, SSW swell with 4,971 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 10 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 14s 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 Monday (Aug 10) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.7m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 21s. Another secondary swell of 1.1m and 6s is also forecast. 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 2.5m 19s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 11) 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 0.9m 6s period and expected on Monday (Aug 10) at 10PM.
| Wave Type | Time (WIB) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Mon 10th Aug) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 7AM (Mon 10th Aug) | 5ft (1.6m) 20s |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Tue 11th Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 19s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Baya Reef over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let's get into it.
We’ve got a solid run of south swell lining up for Baya Reef, but you’ll have to be patient and keep your expectations in check. The whole 16-day window is a slow burn, with waves on offer pretty much every day, but the quality is a mixed bag.
First thing you need to know is the water. It’s sitting at 82°F for the first session, which is about average for this time of year, so no surprises there.
The standout period looks like the morning of Tuesday, August 19th. We’ve got a solid 8ft SSW groundswell with a long 17-second period pushing in. The combined energy is strong at 4293, meaning there’s some serious power in the water. But here’s the catch – the wind is a light cross-shore from the SSE, which will keep the surface clean enough for an advanced crew. This is a reef break, so that long-period groundswell will wrap in nicely, but it’s a spot for experienced surfers only. At 8ft, it’s pushing into expert territory.
Another session worth circling is the afternoon of Monday, August 18th. The swell is 7ft from the SSW with a 19-second period, and the combined energy hits 5150 – that’s the most powerful reading of the whole window. The wind is a moderate cross-shore, so it won’t be glassy, but the energy is there. It’s another one for the advanced crowd.
Now, if you’re looking for a cleaner window, the morning of Friday, August 21st is your best bet. Swell is a bit smaller at 8ft from the SSW, but the wind switches to a light cross-offshore from the SE. That’s a major positive – it’ll groom the waves nicely. The combined energy is still decent at 2784. This is probably the most user-friendly of the bigger days for a strong intermediate, but be aware this spot can get crowded at times, and it’s an advanced reef.
For the rest of the window, we’re looking at a lot of 5ft to 7ft days with mostly cross-shore winds. The first week is plagued by moderate to fresh cross-shore breezes, leaving a lot of chop on the surface. The mornings are generally your best chance for cleaner conditions. The second week looks a bit more promising, with the cross-offshore winds appearing on the 21st and 22nd, but the swell drops off a bit. By the 23rd and 24th, the swell is smaller and the wind gets messy again.
Don’t bother with the afternoons, especially early on – the wind picks up and the wave comment is nearly always "marginal." There are a few zeros in the second week, which is a sign of poor surf conditions.
So, bottom line: the best bets are the morning of the 19th for raw power, and the morning of the 21st for cleaner conditions. Hold out for one of those windows.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 29°C on Wed morning, min 23°C on Sun night). Winds increasing (light winds from the S on Mon morning, fresh winds from the SSE by Tue afternoon). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 29°C on Fri morning, min 23°C on Wed night). Mainly fresh winds. | |||||||||||||||||||
Sun 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | S 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 19 | SSW 16 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | S 18 | S 17 | S 17 | S 16 | S 15 | S 15 | S 14 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
1452 | 1130 | 2382 | 2928 | 4206 | 4971 | 3072 | 2981 | 1842 | 1622 | 1099 | 3355 | 3463 | 3138 | 2177 | 1910 | 1178 | 1074 | 1938 | 1708 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off |
High Tide | 4:16PM0.59m | 4:13AM1.27m | 6:03PM0.67m | 5:33AM1.32m | 7:01PM0.79m | 6:37AM1.39m | 7:44PM0.93m | 7:30AM1.43m | 8:22PM1.07m | 8:16AM1.42m | 8:58PM1.20m | 8:58AM1.37m | 9:32PM1.29m | |||||||
Low Tide | 8:23PM0.48m | 12:07PM0.25m | 10:25PM0.49m | 1:00PM0.16m | 11:57PM0.43m | 1:41PM0.10m | 1:04AM0.35m | 2:17PM0.06m | 2:00AM0.27m | 2:50PM0.05m | 2:49AM0.22m | 3:20PM0.07m | 3:35AM0.20m | |||||||
— | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | |
5:55 | — | — | 5:55 | — | — | 5:55 | — | — | 5:55 | — | — | 5:55 | — | — | 5:55 | — | — | 5:55 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 28 | 24 | 28 | 27 | 24 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 29 | 27 | 24 | 28 | 27 | 25 | 29 | 28 | 25 | 28 | 27 | 25 |
Feels °C | 26 | 24 | 28 | 26 | 24 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 28 | 25 | 24 | 27 | 25 | 25 | 28 | 27 | 25 | 27 | 26 | 26 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | S 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 19 | SSW 16 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | S 17 | S 17 | S 16 | S 15 | S 15 | S 14 | S 14 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 |
1452 | 1130 | 2382 | 2928 | 4206 | 4971 | 3072 | 2981 | 1842 | 1622 | 861 | 3355 | 3463 | 3138 | 2177 | 1910 | 1178 | 715 | 1938 | 1708 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | S 21 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | — | — | — | — | S 21 | S 20 | S 18 | S 26 | SW 24 | SSW 22 | SSW 21 | SSW 20 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | — | W 12 |
— | 441 | 874 | 642 | — | — | — | — | 79 | 279 | 1099 | 13 | 22 | 50 | 178 | 432 | 670 | 1074 | — | 3 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 26 | S 6 | SSW 24 | SW 21 | — | — | — | — | SSW 21 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
13 | 20 | 217 | 224 | — | — | — | — | 88 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 4 | SE 6 | SE 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SE 8 | SE 7 |
10 | 85 | 39 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 9 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 977 | 0 | 259 | 850 | 0 | 259 | 259 | 0 | 219 | 259 | 3 | 259 | 259 | 24 | 259 | 259 | 24 | 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.











