
Surf Forecasts:
Benete surf forecast from 26 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 30 Jul, 5PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 19s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 2 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 17s period, SSW swell with 2,829 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 27 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 8ft (2.4m), 8s period with SE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Benete this week:
The surf forecast for Benete over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 27) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.4m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 1.4m and 8s. Another secondary swell of 0.5m and 12s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Benete in the next 16 days are 2.2m 17s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 02) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.5m 7s period and expected on Thursday (Jul 30) at 5AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WITA) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8AM (Mon 27th Jul) | 8ft (2.4m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 5PM (Thu 30th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 19s |
| Most Powerful | 2PM (Sun 2nd Aug) | 7ft (2.2m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Benete over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for the next couple of weeks at just one spot. It’s been a while since we were blessed with good conditions here, but the ocean’s got a pulse again.
So, the main event for the whole stretch is Benete (reef and point). Don’t get too excited for the next few days, because it’s looking pretty average. Monday the 27th has some knee-to-waist high SE swell, but the cross-shore wind is messing it up. Not worth paddling out for.
Tuesday the 28th and Wednesday the 29th are practically a write-off. Tiny, weak SSW swells with a short period and cross-shore winds. The energy is minimal (around 577 to 794 for the combined swell energy) and the commentary sums it up – poor to marginal. You’d be wasting your time.
Now, Thursday the 30th afternoon starts to show some promise. That SSW swell builds a bit, and more importantly, the period jumps to 19 seconds. That’s proper long-period groundswell, which is a huge plus for a reef and point like Benete. The wind goes light and cross-offshore, and the energy jumps to 1488. The report says “excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers”, and I’d agree – clean, solid chest-high waves with real push. The water temp is 80°, which is about average for this time of year.
Friday the 31st afternoon keeps that momentum. The swell holds at around 4 ft from the SW, with a 17-second period. Wind turns light offshore from the east, and the energy is 1352. Again, clean, set waves for those who know what they’re doing. Crowds can be an issue here sometimes, so pick your session.
The highlight of the whole outlook, though, is the morning of Saturday the 1st of August. Glassy conditions, 5 ft SSW groundswell at 16 seconds, and the combined swell energy is 1422. The morning is dead flat calm – glassy. That’s as good as it gets for a reef setup. The wave quality is described as excellent for experienced surfers. This is the one to circle.
Sunday the 2nd of August morning also looks strong. Swell pushes up to 7 ft, still a long 16-second period, and glassy wind again. Energy rockets to 2393. That’s getting into serious territory. This is solid overhead, powerful, and lined up. Not for the faint-hearted, but for the experienced crew, this is a standout.
The following week (from Monday 4th August onward) sees consistent SSW swell, mostly in the 6 ft to 8 ft range, but the wind turns more cross-shore or cross-onshore. The energy stays high (over 1000, often over 2000), but the wind keeps things a bit lumpy. The period is still decent (14-17 seconds), so the waves have shape, but they won’t be as clean as those glassy mornings. The biggest days around Saturday the 8th and Sunday the 9th of August have 8 ft swell and very high energy (over 4000 for the combined swell), but the moderate wind will put a chop on the face. Good for experts only, and more of a battle.
In short: don’t bother with the first three days. The real window starts Thursday afternoon, but the absolute standouts are the glassy mornings of Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd of August. After that, it’s still surfable but not as pristine.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Mon afternoon, min 22°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Thu afternoon, min 22°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | |||||||||||||||
AM | 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) | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 15 | SSW 19 | SSW 14 | SSW 17 | SW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
664 | 305 | 204 | 314 | 314 | 461 | 561 | 569 | 553 | 784 | 758 | 612 | 1009 | 854 | 1155 | 957 | 1644 | 1817 | 2209 | 2829 | 2102 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | cross | cross-off |
High Tide | 8:49AM1.56m | 11:47PM1.05m | 9:33AM1.62m | 11:59PM1.09m | 10:12AM1.67m | 00:15AM1.13m | 10:48AM1.70m | 00:34AM1.19m | 11:23AM1.68m | 00:54AM1.25m | 11:57AM1.63m | 1:15AM1.32m | 12:32PM1.53m | 1:38AM1.39m | |||||||
Low Tide | 4:44PM0.18m | 3:14AM0.94m | 5:14PM0.14m | 3:59AM0.89m | 5:42PM0.12m | 4:39AM0.84m | 6:07PM0.13m | 5:17AM0.80m | 6:31PM0.18m | 5:56AM0.75m | 6:52PM0.24m | 6:37AM0.71m | 7:12PM0.33m | ||||||||
6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | |
— | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:10 | — | — | 6:10 | — | — | 6:10 | — | — | 6:10 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 27 | 28 | 24 | 26 | 28 | 24 | 26 | 27 | 24 | 26 | 27 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 27 | 27 | 25 |
Feels °C | 28 | 28 | 24 | 26 | 27 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 27 | 27 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 27 | 28 | 30 | 29 | 28 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 8 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 17 | SW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 |
248 | 175 | 132 | 314 | 314 | 461 | 561 | 569 | 553 | 784 | 647 | 612 | 1009 | 854 | 1155 | 957 | 1644 | 1817 | 2209 | 2829 | 2102 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 12 | SW 17 | SSW 16 | S 7 | SW 12 | S 26 | SW 24 | SSW 23 | SW 21 | SE 7 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SE 7 | SW 19 | SE 6 | SSW 21 | SE 7 | SE 7 | — |
83 | 147 | 179 | 68 | 72 | 13 | 22 | 52 | 116 | 67 | 758 | 553 | 434 | 326 | 27 | 384 | 31 | 180 | 45 | 59 | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 14 | SW 13 | — | SSW 12 | — | — | — | — | SSW 21 | SSW 20 | — | SE 6 | SE 7 | SE 6 | — | SE 7 | — | — | — | — | — |
89 | 44 | — | 99 | — | — | — | — | 178 | 256 | — | 42 | 44 | 49 | — | 16 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 6 | SE 7 | SE 6 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 6 | ESE 7 | SE 7 | ESE 6 | SE 7 | SE 7 | ESE 7 | SE 6 |
664 | 305 | 204 | 96 | 178 | 111 | 144 | 173 | 80 | 168 | 83 | 111 | 97 | 123 | 78 | 65 | 69 | 37 | 139 | 163 | 64 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
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Information about the Benete Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Benete provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Benete can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Benete 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 (Benete) 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 Benete 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.
Benete is 55 km (34 miles) from the city of Praya. If you plan a holiday in Sumbawa, look for hotels and other accommodation in Praya. Praya has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.










