Baya Reef Surf Break

Lat Long: 6.96° S 106.24° E

Baya Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 12 pm 12 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Baya Reef sea temperature is
25.5°C
1.4° 

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


Baya Reef surf forecast from 12 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 12 Sep, 10PM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 18s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 13 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 18s period, SW swell with 3,122 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 12 Sep, 10PM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 18s period with SW 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 Saturday (Sep 12) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.0m and 18s period with a secondary swell of 1.3m and 14s. 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 2.3m 18s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Sep 13) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.2m 5s period and expected on Saturday (Sep 19) at 4PM.

Wave TypeTime (WIB) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10PM (Sat 12th Sep)6.5ft (2.0m) 18s
Best Surf10PM (Sat 12th Sep)6.5ft (2.0m) 18s
Most Powerful 1AM (Sun 13th Sep)7.5ft (2.3m) 18s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Baya Reef over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here again. Let’s talk about what’s on offer for Baya Reef.

The forecast is pretty steady for a while, but it’s not looking like the kind of epic run that gets you calling in sick. We’ve got a consistent, long-period SW groundswell rolling in, but the wind is mostly a cross-shore or light cross-onshore affair, which keeps things from getting truly clean. The water is sitting at 78°F, which is a bit colder than normal for this time of year, so you might want a spring suit.

Let’s start with this Saturday the 12th. Morning has some lumps at 4 ft from the SW with a 19-second period. That long period gives the waves real push, but with a light cross-onshore breeze, it’s not perfect. The combined swell energy is strong (1793). By the afternoon, the wind picks up to 16 mph and gets messy. Sunday the 13th sees a bump in size to 7 ft, still SW with a 16-second period, but again that cross-wind chops things up. Monday the 14th is similar with 6 ft and a light morning wind, but it’s cross-onshore.

Honestly, through the first week, nothing really stands out as a standout. The scores are middling, and the wind is just never truly offshore. The waves are there, but you’ll be sharing them with a cross-chop. For an advanced reef break, it’s doable, but it’s not going to be a session you write home about. The second week starts to look a bit more interesting, especially around the 22nd and 23rd, with size picking up to 7 ft from the SSW, period staying around 17-18 seconds, and energy jumping into the 2000s. But still, that wind is cross or cross-on.

Now, if you’re hanging out for something special, keep an eye on the 25th of September. Friday morning brings a 5 ft SSW swell with a very long 20-second period and a light cross-onshore breeze. The combined energy jumps to a strong 3433, which is the highest of the entire run. That long-period groundswell, at Baya Reef, could link up nicely. But by the afternoon, the swell hits 8 ft with stronger cross-winds, so the morning window is the one. That 8 ft is getting up there – only for experts on a reef.

The following Saturday the 26th keeps the size at 8 ft in the morning, still from the SSW with a 17-second period, but the wind turns cross-onshore again. It’s solid, powerful, but messy. Given the persistent cross-winds and the powerful swell, if you’re into kiting, this setup might actually be more appealing than paddle surfing for a few of those afternoons.

So, my pick? If you can get out on the morning of the 25th of September, that’s your best chance at something truly memorable. Long-period groundswell, decent energy, and the lightest wind of the period. It’s two weeks out, so keep an eye on it, but that’s the one that has my attention.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Some drizzle, heaviest during Sun morning. Warm (max 29°C on Mon morning, min 24°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 29°C on Tue morning, min 24°C on Tue night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the S on Tue morning, light winds from the ESE by Tue night).

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18
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16
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16
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16
1.2
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15
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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2262
3122
2589
2297
1561
1513
1513
1493
1306
1059
1045
961
1087
1072
999
883
586
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623
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Wind (km/h)
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S
25
SSE
10
SE
10
S
25
SSE
10
ESE
5
SSW
25
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10
ESE
15
SSE
30
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High Tide
8:26PM1.34m
8:41AM1.24m
8:57PM1.40m
9:16AM1.17m
9:27PM1.42m
9:48AM1.08m
9:57PM1.39m
10:19AM0.98m
10:27PM1.33m
10:49AM0.87m
10:59PM1.24m
11:19AM0.77m
11:33PM1.15m
Low Tide
2:14PM0.14m
2:39AM0.14m
2:41PM0.15m
3:18AM0.11m
3:07PM0.17m
3:54AM0.12m
3:31PM0.21m
4:29AM0.17m
3:54PM0.25m
5:04AM0.23m
4:15PM0.31m
5:42AM0.32m
4:35PM0.37m
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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.

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