Baya Reef Surf Break

Lat Long: 6.96° S 106.24° E

Baya Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 6 pm 14 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Baya Reef sea temperature is
25.1°C
1.8° 

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 14 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 15 Sep, 4AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 15s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 19 Sep, 7PM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 17s period, SW swell with 2,368 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 15 Sep, 4AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 15s 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 Tuesday (Sep 15) at 4AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.8m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 7s. Another secondary swell of 1.1m and 7s 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 2.1m 17s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Sep 19) at 7PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives.

Wave TypeTime (WIB) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 4AM (Tue 15th Sep)6ft (1.8m) 15s
Best Surf 4AM (Tue 15th Sep)6ft (1.8m) 15s
Most Powerful 7PM (Sat 19th Sep)7ft (2.1m) 17s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's chew the fat on what's headed our way. It's a bit of a mixed bag, but there are some golden windows if you're ready to paddle out.

We're zeroed in on Baya Reef for the full 16-day stretch, and let's be clear, this ain't a learner's wave. It's an advanced reef break, and when the swell kicks over 8 feet, it's experts only. The water temp is 77°, which is a tick colder than usual for now, so a spring suit might be the call.

The opening days are mediocre. Monday the 14th brings a 6ft SW swell at 16 seconds, which is proper long-period groundswell, but it's battling a 12 mph cross-shore from the SSE, leaving a lumpy chop and weak wave energy (1547). Not the best start. Tuesday and Wednesday stay on the bumpy side with swell sitting around 6ft to 6ft.

The first real standout hits on Saturday, September 19th, in the afternoon. The swell jumps to 6ft from the SW with a very long 17-second period. This is prime groundswell for a reef setup. The energy is strong at 2206, so there's some serious power moving through. The wind is a moderate cross-shore, but crowds are sometimes an issue here, and for good reason. Then for Sunday the 20th morning, the swell builds to 7ft from the SW with a 16-second period and the wind drops to a light 6 mph cross-onshore, almost glassy. That's your cleanest window, with very strong energy (2096), but it's a heavy size. By afternoon it pushes to 7ft with a risk of thunderstorms, so the morning is the one to lock in.

We hit a few quieter days mid-week as energy drops back and the swell fades to 3ft to 4ft through Tuesday and Wednesday. The real beast mode kicks off on Sunday, September 27th. That morning we're looking at a chunky 8ft SSW swell with a 18-second period. The combined energy is a massive 4636—that's very, very powerful. This is strictly for the experienced crew on the reef. The wind is a cross-shore at 12 mph, so not perfection, but the power is undeniable. That afternoon holds similar size at 8ft. Keep in mind, this is two weeks out, so while it looks incredible, the forecast confidence is lower. The following Monday the 28th holds a still-chunky 7ft swell with 16-second period and lighter winds, another solid option for the advanced surfers.

In short, forget the first few days unless you love a bumpy mess. The real targets are the early morning of Sunday the 20th for the cleanest conditions, and that big groundswell event on Sunday the 27th for the heaviest, most powerful surf. Keep your eyes peeled on that one.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Tue morning, min 23°C on Wed night). Winds increasing (light winds from the ESE on Mon night, fresh winds from the SSE by Tue afternoon).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Sat night. Warm (max 28°C on Sat morning, min 24°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Mon
14
Tuesday
15
Wednesday
16
Thursday
17
Friday
18
Saturday
19
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SW
16
1.9
SW
16
1.7
SW
15
1.6
SW
15
1.6
SW
15
1.6
SSW
14
1.6
SSW
14
1.6
SSW
14
1.7
SSW
14
1.5
SSW
14
1.3
SSW
14
1.3
SSW
15
1.2
SW
14
1.3
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14
1.1
SW
18
1.9
SW
17
2.1
SW
16
2.1
SW
16
2.2
SSW
16
2
SSW
15
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
1513
1630
1289
1140
1045
1072
1072
1072
1049
870
626
740
614
621
702
2187
2173
2093
2271
1626
Wind (km/h)
20
SSE
5
ESE
10
S
35
SSE
15
SE
15
S
30
SSE
15
ESE
15
S
25
SSE
15
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15
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25
S
10
SE
15
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25
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High Tide
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
11:54AM0.68m
00:16AM1.06m
12:59PM0.60m
1:24AM0.98m
Low Tide
3:54AM0.12m
3:31PM0.21m
4:29AM0.17m
3:54PM0.25m
5:04AM0.23m
4:15PM0.31m
5:42AM0.32m
4:35PM0.37m
6:30AM0.41m
4:52PM0.44m
7:55AM0.49m
5:03PM0.52m
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5:52
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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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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