Deadman's Surf Break

Lat Long: 40.02° N 124.07° W

Deadman's Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 4 pm 18 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Deadman's sea temperature is
12.9° C
0.2° 

Deadman's surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Deadman's surf forecast from 19 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 25 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 23s period, SW swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 25 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 21s period, SSW swell with 1,221 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 19 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 16s period with WNW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Deadman's this week:

The surf forecast for Deadman's over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 19) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 1.1m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Deadman's in the next 16 days are 1.2m 21s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 25) at 11AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.

Wave TypeTime (PDT) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 2AM (Sun 19th Jul)2.5ft (0.8m) 16s
Best Surf 2AM (Sat 25th Jul)2.5ft (0.7m) 23s
Most Powerful11AM (Sat 25th Jul)4ft (1.2m) 21s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Deadman's over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here again. Let’s break it down in feet and miles per hour for you.

We’re looking at Deadman's, a reef break that doesn’t fire all that often. This is the only spot on the map for the next couple of weeks, and it’s inconsistent, so we’re playing the waiting game.

Saturday the 18th of July kicks off with a 3 ft SW groundswell, with a very long 18-second period. The wind is a cross-shore from the WNW at 3 mph. Water temp is 55°, right about normal. The combined energy is moderate at 844. It’s marginal, so don’t rush out.

Sunday the 19th July morning is the real gem. Still small at 3 ft, but it's from the WNW with a 15-second period, and the wind is glassy from the SSW at 3 mph. Energy is a touch lower at 680, but that glassy surface will make it clean and fun. That’s your best bet for a good session.

From Sunday afternoon through Wednesday morning, it’s just average. Swell holds between 2 ft and 3 ft, mostly from the SW, with moderate energy from 418 to 510. Winds are mostly cross or cross-on. Nothing to write home about.

Wednesday the 22nd of July afternoon brings a 4 ft swell, but the period drops to a poor 8 seconds. That’s short-period junk, even with moderate energy at 418. Steer clear.

Friday the 24th of July afternoon is where we get some power. A 3 ft SW groundswell with a massive 24-second period gives us strong energy at 1187. The wind is a light cross-shore at 6 mph. That 24-second period is a proper groundswell – it’ll push hard, but on a reef it might break a bit too straight. Still, it’s got potential.

Saturday the 25th of July morning sees the swell peak at 4 ft from the SSW with a 21-second period, and the energy hits 1699 – that’s very strong. Wind is cross-shore at 9 mph. A solid day for those who know what they’re doing.

After that, we settle into a good run from Sunday the 26th through to Tuesday the 29th. Swells between 3 ft and 4 ft, periods around 17 to 20 seconds, and clean cross-off winds from the NNW at 12 to 19 mph on afternoons. Energy stays in the 1012 to 1491 range. Clean, solid, consistent.

Thursday the 30th of July afternoon throws up a 6 ft NW swell, but with only an 8-second period. That’s a big lump of short-period mess, energy at 1030. Not for surfing.

Finally, Friday the 31st of July afternoon gives us a 5 ft NW swell with a 7-second period, but it goes glassy. Still, that period is too short for the size – expect a washing machine.

To sum it up: Sunday the 19th morning for clean, small waves. Friday the 24th afternoon through Sunday the 26th for the real power. That’s your window.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Tue morning, min 12°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Wed afternoon, min 13°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

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SW
18
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16
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WNW
15
0.9
SW
17
0.9
SW
17
0.7
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16
0.9
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16
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16
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SSW
16
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SSW
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14
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15
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NW
8
0.8
SSW
14
0.8
SSW
14
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SSW
14
0.6
SSW
26
0.6
SSW
24
0.9
SW
24
0.7
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Energy kJ
375
273
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439
419
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362
367
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272
214
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236
233
447
374
801
558
Wind (km/h)
5
WNW
5
NNW
5
SSW
5
WNW
5
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5
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5
WNW
10
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10
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10
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15
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NNE
20
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High Tide
3:42PM1.73m
3:18AM1.57m
4:22PM1.76m
4:22AM1.36m
5:02PM1.77m
5:40AM1.19m
5:44PM1.78m
7:13AM1.10m
6:30PM1.78m
8:45AM1.11m
7:18PM1.80m
9:56AM1.17m
8:07PM1.82m
Low Tide
9:37PM0.58m
9:42AM0.17m
10:44PM0.51m
10:22AM0.40m
11:52PM0.42m
11:03AM0.61m
00:59AM0.33m
11:47AM0.78m
2:02AM0.23m
12:38PM0.91m
2:59AM0.13m
1:37PM0.99m
3:49AM0.03m
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Temp °C
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Information about the Deadman's Surf forecast

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