Surf Forecasts:
Californias surf forecast from 12 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 19 Jul, 12AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 11s period, E swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 12 Jul, 12PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 11s period, W swell with 332 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 19 Jul, 12AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 11s period with E swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Californias this week:
The surf forecast for Californias over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 19) at 12AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.5m and 11s period. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Californias in the next 16 days are 1.2m 11s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 12) at 12PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.3m 11s period and expected on Sunday (Jul 12) at 12PM.
| Wave Type | Time (JST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 12AM (Sun 19th Jul) | 1.5ft (0.5m) 11s |
| Best Surf | 12AM (Sun 19th Jul) | 1.5ft (0.5m) 11s |
| Most Powerful | 12PM (Sun 12th Jul) | 4ft (1.2m) 11s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Californias over the next 16 days.
Alright folks, Rusty here again. Let’s talk surf for Californias in the old-school units.
To be honest, the next week and a half is a total bust. Tiny surf, crummy cross-shore winds, and almost zero energy. The first day worth mentioning isn’t till the 19th of July—so we’ve got a solid week of flat, choppy nothingness. Most of the wave heights are under 1ft and the energy numbers are in the gutter.
Now, if you’re looking for something to plan around, it’s the 22nd of July. That morning we get a clean, head-high swell from the east at about 3ft, with a short period but enough energy to push into the moderate range (101). Gentle offshore winds from the northeast will keep the surface glassy. The afternoon holds at 2ft, still clean. That’s your best bet by a mile.
Before that, the 19th through the 21st will offer up small, clean waves around 2ft, with east-northeast swell. The energy is weak, but with offshore breezes you’ll find some fun little lines on a log or a mid-length. Not going to light the world on fire, but it’s doable.
After the 22nd, it’s back to small, weak dribbles. Wave heights drop to 2ft or less through the end of the month. The water’s warm, about 84°F, so that’s one good thing.
The crowds often show up here, and this spot is fairly consistent, so that 22nd will likely draw a few. For a reef break, the east swell with a north-optimal direction should set it up okay, but it’s still small enough for beginners.
Don’t even think about the first week. Mark that 22nd of July and hope for the best.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Sun morning. Warm (max 30°C on Mon morning, min 27°C on Mon night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the SSE on Sun morning, light winds from the SSE by Tue night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Fri night. Warm (max 30°C on Fri morning, min 27°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 12 | Monday 13 | Tuesday 14 | Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 11 | W 10 | W 9 | W 11 | W 10 | W 8 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | W 4 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 15 | SW 9 | E 11 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 151 | 247 | 81 | 9 | 28 | 4 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 17 | 7 | 18 | 0 | 61 |
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Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross-off | off | off |
High Tide | 6:35PM1.88m | 5:35AM2.07m | 7:21PM1.97m | 6:27AM2.15m | 8:01PM2.04m | 7:16AM2.21m | 8:39PM2.07m | 8:02AM2.23m | 9:14PM2.08m | 8:47AM2.19m | 9:49PM2.07m | 9:32AM2.11m | 10:23PM2.04m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 11:45AM0.23m | 11:57PM1.12m | 12:36PM0.11m | 00:48AM1.04m | 1:22PM0.04m | 1:34AM0.95m | 2:05PM0.03m | 2:17AM0.87m | 2:46PM0.08m | 2:59AM0.79m | 3:25PM0.18m | 3:41AM0.75m | 4:02PM0.33m | ||||||||
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 | 5:43 | — | — | 5:43 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:46 | — | — | 5:46 | — | — |
 | — | 7:23 | — | — | 7:23 | — | — | 7:23 | — | — | 7:23 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:22 | — |
mm | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | 2 | 2 |
Temp °C | 29 | 29 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 28 |
Feels °C | 30 | 31 | 30 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 35 | 34 | 34 | 33 | 32 | 32 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 10 | SW 9 | S 9 | S 9 | SW 10 | SSW 8 | SSW 8 | SSW 10 | SW 9 | SW 10 | SW 10 | SW 10 | SW 10 | SW 9 | SW 9 | SW 9 | SW 9 | SW 9 | SW 8 |
| kJ | 1269 | 563 | 142 | 40 | 235 | 126 | 32 | 119 | 92 | 164 | 128 | 150 | 167 | 77 | 110 | 99 | 79 | 79 | 79 | 75 | 45 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 11 | W 10 | W 9 | W 8 | SW 8 | SW 9 | E 9 | SW 9 | SW 11 | E 9 | ESE 11 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | W 6 | ESE 10 | ESE 13 | E 11 |
| kJ | 151 | 247 | 81 | 35 | 35 | 40 | 7 | 30 | 40 | 7 | 22 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 17 | 5 | 18 | 60 | 61 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | SE 13 | W 11 | W 10 | W 8 | W 7 | E 9 | E 9 | SE 11 | S 7 | S 7 | S 7 | SSW 10 | S 7 | S 7 | W 6 | E 10 | E 15 | S 6 | E 15 |
| kJ | — | — | 7 | 9 | 28 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 10 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 18 | 1 | 18 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 11 | S 11 | S 10 | S 9 | — | SSE 3 | S 8 | — | S 8 | S 8 | W 4 | SSW 2 | W 4 | WSW 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | 1783 | 1045 | 573 | 375 | — | 4 | 143 | — | 72 | 74 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 619 | 619 | 619 | 624 | 689 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 77 | 601 | 77 | 609 | 609 | 77 | 29 | 775 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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The above surf forecast table for Californias provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Californias can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Californias 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 (Californias) 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).
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