Deadman's Surf Break

Lat Long: 40.02° N 124.07° W

Deadman's Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 10 pm 25 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Deadman's sea temperature is
14.0°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 26 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 30 Sep, 11AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 12s period, NW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 30 Sep, 11AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 12s period, NW swell with 1,805 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 26 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 9s period with NW 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 Saturday (Sep 26) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.1m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 1.5m and 9s. Another secondary swell of 0.6m and 13s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Deadman's in the next 16 days are 2.5m 12s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 30) at 11AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.1m 7s period and expected on Monday (Sep 28) at 11PM.

Wave TypeTime (PDT) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 2AM (Sat 26th Sep)7ft (2.1m) 9s
Best Surf11AM (Wed 30th Sep)8ft (2.5m) 12s
Most Powerful11AM (Wed 30th Sep)8ft (2.5m) 12s

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


Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Mon afternoon, min 10°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Wed afternoon, min 11°C on Mon night). Mainly fresh winds.

Saturday
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Sunday
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Monday
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Tuesday
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9
1.5
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1.2
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1.7
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Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
675
319
392
383
177
318
519
447
530
682
465
400
659
1805
1076
553
467
231
553
Wind (km/h)
15
NNE
10
WNW
15
NW
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NNE
5
W
15
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NNE
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WNW
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NNW
25
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High Tide
11:18PM1.76m
11:39AM1.80m
00:04AM1.73m
12:06PM1.89m
00:53AM1.67m
12:35PM1.96m
1:44AM1.58m
1:08PM2.00m
2:40AM1.48m
1:46PM2.01m
3:43AM1.37m
2:30PM1.98m
4:59AM1.30m
Low Tide
5:30AM0.25m
5:55PM0.18m
6:01AM0.35m
6:35PM0.03m
6:32AM0.48m
7:18PM-0.08m
7:04AM0.62m
8:05PM-0.14m
7:38AM0.76m
8:59PM-0.14m
8:17AM0.89m
10:01PM-0.12m
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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.

Deadman's is 86 km (53 miles) from Eureka. If you plan a vacation in Humboldt County, look for hotels and other accommodation in Eureka. Eureka has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

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