Baya Reef Surf Break

Lat Long: 6.96° S 106.24° E

Baya Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 12 am 28 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Baya Reef sea temperature is
27.9°C
0.8° 

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 28 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 29 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 15s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 31 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 18s period, SW swell with 2,875 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 29 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 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 Saturday (Aug 29) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.6m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 7s. Another secondary swell of 1.2m 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 2.2m 18s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 31) at 10PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 6s period and expected on Wednesday (Sep 02) at 1AM.

Wave TypeTime (WIB) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 1AM (Sat 29th Aug)5ft (1.6m) 15s
Best Surf 1AM (Sat 29th Aug)5ft (1.6m) 15s
Most Powerful10PM (Mon 31st Aug)7ft (2.2m) 18s

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


The Lowdown

G'day, it's Rusty here with a look at the surf ahead.

We've got a long stretch of surf coming up, but it's a bit of a mixed bag. The standout days are a fair way off, so you'll need to be patient. The water temp is pretty much what you'd expect for this time of year, nothing unusual there.

Let's start with Baya Reef. This is a consistent reef break that's best for advanced surfers, and it's exposed to swells, with the ideal direction coming from the SW. The first real call is Friday morning, August 28. We've got a 7ft SSW swell, with a very long 16-second period, and the combined energy is strong at 2271. The wind is a gentle cross-shore, so it'll be a bit bumpy but still rideable. The afternoon is a write-off with a fresh breeze making a mess of things.

Saturday morning, August 29 is a drop-off to 5ft SW swell, but with a 14-second period and moderate energy (982). The wind is light and cross-shore, so it could be a fun, smaller session. The afternoon gets too windy again.

Sunday, August 30 is a no-go. The wind is cross-onshore, and while the period on the afternoon swell jumps to a very long 19 seconds, the 3ft SW swell is weak and choppy.

Monday morning, August 31 sees a return to some size, with a 5ft SW swell, an 18-second period, and strong energy (1823). The wind is a gentle cross-shore, so it's not a total loss, but the "marginal" tag suggests tide or conditions aren't perfect.

The week of September 1 to 5 is a grind. The swell hangs around 4ft to 7ft, always coming from the SSW or SW, but the wind is almost always too strong, creating chop. The mornings are usually the best bet with lighter winds, but the scores are low. It's a period to watch and wait.

Sunday morning, September 6 is worth a look. A 4ft SSW swell, but with a 13-second period and decent energy (1679). The wind is a gentle cross-shore, making it the best of a pretty average run.

The next real highlight is Monday, September 7. The morning has a 7ft SSW swell with a 15-second period, strong energy (1861), and a gentle cross-shore. It's a borderline call, but the best option in the first week. The afternoon gets windy.

Now, for the long-range promise. Friday, September 11 is the one to circle. Both the morning and afternoon see a solid 10ft SSW swell, with a very long 18-second period. The combined energy is massive – 5747 in the morning and 6434 in the afternoon. The wind is a moderate to fresh cross-shore, so it won't be glassy, but this is serious groundswell. At 10ft, this is for experts only. The long period makes it better for a reef like Baya.

Saturday morning, September 12 is a follow-up, with 8ft SSW swell, a 16-second period, and very strong energy (3618). The wind is a gentle cross-shore, so it could be a clean, powerful session for the crew in the know. This is still for advanced surfers.

So, the summary: the first week and a half is a waiting game with marginal conditions. The true standouts are Friday, September 11 and Saturday, September 12 – that's the big, powerful SSW groundswell you want to be on. Just remember, it's a long-range call, so keep an eye on it.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 29°C on Fri morning, min 23°C on Thu night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the SSE on Fri afternoon, light winds from the S by Sun morning).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Tue morning, min 24°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Friday
28
Saturday
29
Sunday
30
Monday
31
Tuesday
1
Wednesday
2
Thursday
3
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Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
2
SSW
16
1.9
SSW
16
1.6
SW
15
1.4
SW
14
1.2
SW
14
1.1
SW
13
1.2
SSW
13
1
SW
19
1.2
SW
18
1.6
SW
18
1.9
SW
18
2.1
SW
18
2.1
SW
17
2.1
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17
2
SW
16
1.8
SW
16
1.7
SW
16
1.6
SW
16
1.3
SW
15
1.3
SW
14
1.3
SW
14
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
2007
1677
1045
846
540
406
461
723
957
1634
2125
2611
2561
2472
2078
1707
1438
1179
757
667
658
Wind (km/h)
15
SSE
35
SSE
15
ESE
15
SSE
30
SSE
15
SE
10
S
20
S
15
ESE
15
SSE
25
S
15
ESE
10
S
25
S
10
ESE
10
S
25
SSE
10
ESE
10
S
25
SSE
10
SE
Wind State
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cross
cross-off
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cross-on
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High Tide
7:36AM1.26m
8:18PM1.08m
8:09AM1.28m
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
Low Tide
2:09PM0.17m
2:00AM0.33m
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
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5:56
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5:54
5:54
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5:54
5:53
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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27
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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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