Campus Point Surf Break

Lat Long: 34.40° N 119.85° W

Campus Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 10 am 17 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Campus Point sea temperature is
19.0° C
2.4° 

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


Campus Point surf forecast from 17 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Friday 17 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 17s period, WNW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Tuesday 21 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 16s period, S swell with 596 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 17 Jul, 5PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 17s period with WNW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Campus Point this week:

The surf forecast for Campus Point over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 17) at 5PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.4m and 17s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Campus Point in the next 16 days are 1.1m 16s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 21) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.5m 5s period and expected on Wednesday (Jul 22) at 5PM.

Wave TypeTime (PDT) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 5PM (Fri 17th Jul)1.5ft (0.4m) 17s
Best Surf 8PM (Fri 17th Jul)1.5ft (0.4m) 17s
Most Powerful 2AM (Tue 21st Jul)3.5ft (1.1m) 16s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Campus Point over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

G’day, Rusty here, and I’ve got the lowdown on the surf coming up for Campus Point. The water’s sitting at 66°—that’s a solid 4° warmer than usual for this time of year, so you’ll be feeling that warmth when you paddle out.

The next 16 days are a bit of a mixed bag, but there’s some real gems hiding in there. We’ve got a few days of quiet, small surf to kick things off, but hold tight—the real action starts building in the second week. The overall pattern is a slow build, with a couple of standout windows that are worth clearing your schedule for.

Let’s start with the opening. Friday, July 17th, offers small waves, with a 3ft WNW swell at 8 seconds in the morning, but it’s a light cross-shore breeze and the energy is weak (354). The afternoon drops to 1ft from the WNW but with a very long 17-second period—that’s a groundswell—and clean conditions. It’s surfable, but nothing to write home about. Saturday and Sunday, July 18th-19th, stay small, with 2ft to 2ft SW swells, long periods of 17-18 seconds, and light cross-off winds. The energy is moderate (327-492), and the surf is clean but tiny. Monday, July 20th, is a nice little tease: 3ft from the S at 13 seconds, glassy conditions in the morning, and clean cross-off in the afternoon. Energy is moderate (443-487), and it’s a fun, small window.

The real standouts start showing up on the 25th of July. Saturday, July 25th, is the pick of the bunch. The morning brings a 2ft SSW swell with a very long 21-second period, light cross-off winds, and the energy is strong (877). The surf is clean and well-shaped—this is a point break, so that long-period groundswell will wrap in beautifully. It’s a great option for intermediates, with the swell size staying under 5ft. Crowds can be a thing here, so get in early. The afternoon holds at 2ft from the same direction, still clean, but the energy drops a bit (635).

Sunday, July 26th, is another cracker. Morning sees 2ft from the SW at 19 seconds, light cross-off winds, and strong energy (723). The afternoon is similar at 2ft, 18 seconds, with clean conditions and moderate energy (554). This is consistent, clean, and fun all day.

Monday, July 27th, and Tuesday, July 28th, are both worth a mention. Monday morning has 3ft from the SSW at 18 seconds, with a light cross breeze and strong energy (803). The afternoon is clean and 3ft, with very good conditions (677). Tuesday morning is 3ft, SSW, 17 seconds, strong energy (797), and the afternoon bumps to 4ft, 18 seconds, with very good surf (819). That afternoon on the 28th is a solid one—clean, head-high plus waves, and a long period making for proper waves.

Wednesday, July 29th, is a bit of a letdown. The morning is 3ft from the SW at 16 seconds, but the wind turns cross-on, and the surf is marginal. The afternoon stays similar, but the energy is still strong (708-685). It’s surfable, but not the best.

Thursday, July 30th, offers a surprise. The morning is poor with onshore wind, but the afternoon turns glassy with a 4ft WNW swell at 9 seconds. The energy is moderate (381), and it’s clean—a nice little window for a quick session.

The rest of the week into August 1st stays small, with 2ft to 3ft swells, mostly clean or light breezes, but nothing that jumps out as a standout. The energy is moderate (294-374).

So, to sum it up: the best days are Saturday, July 25th, and Sunday, July 26th, with the Tuesday, July 28th afternoon being a close second. The long-period swells over those days will make Campus Point shine. Get out there.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Sat morning, min 19°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 29°C on Wed afternoon, min 21°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Friday
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Tuesday
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0.4
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0.3
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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105
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95
Wind (km/h)
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High Tide
1:27PM1.75m
00:38AM1.94m
2:10PM1.80m
1:34AM1.67m
2:53PM1.83m
2:44AM1.43m
3:39PM1.86m
4:21AM1.26m
4:27PM1.87m
6:26AM1.22m
5:17PM1.89m
8:06AM1.27m
6:06PM1.92m
Low Tide
6:48PM0.96m
7:27AM0.35m
7:58PM0.95m
8:04AM0.57m
9:18PM0.91m
8:40AM0.77m
10:46PM0.83m
9:19AM0.96m
00:07AM0.71m
10:07AM1.11m
1:11AM0.58m
11:12AM1.20m
1:59AM0.47m
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Information about the Campus Point Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Campus Point provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Campus Point can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Campus Point 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 (Campus Point) 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 Campus Point 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.

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