
Surf Forecasts:
Deadman's surf forecast from 24 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 25 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 21s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 26 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 20s period, SSW swell with 1,267 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 24 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 13s period with SSW 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 Friday (Jul 24) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 10s. 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 1.3m 20s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 26) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 9s period and expected on Saturday (Jul 25) at 5AM.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8AM (Fri 24th Jul) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 8AM (Sat 25th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 21s |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Sun 26th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 20s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Deadman's over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here again. Let’s break down the next couple of weeks at Deadman's. This is a reef break that’s exposed to the southwest, so it needs the right angle. It’s inconsistent, so don’t expect waves every day.
The forecast kicks off Friday, July 24th, with a super long-period groundswell from the SSW at 24 seconds. We’ve got moderate wave energy (578), but only tiny 2-foot to 3-foot surf. The wind is a light cross-onshore breeze, so it’s a bit bumpy. Only for the patient ones. Water temp is about normal for this time of year.
The weekend, July 25th and 26th, keeps the SSW swell around 4 feet, with period dropping from 21 to 19 seconds. The energy is stronger (1427, then 1267), but the wind is a light to gentle cross-onshore. It’s rideable but not clean. The break is often crowded, so expect company.
The start of the next week, July 27th through 29th, is rough. The swell stays around 4 feet, but the wind turns to a moderate to fresh cross-shore from the NW, hitting 19 mph. That’s lumpy and choppy. Not good.
Thursday, July 30th, is the real standout. The morning is so-so, but the afternoon goes glassy. A 6-foot NW swell rolls in with a short 7-second period, but the wind is dead calm. The combined energy is strong (832). This is the best window of the first week. The surf will be clean, but the short period might make it a bit walled-up.
Friday, July 31st, offers a repeat. The morning is small, but the afternoon glass-off returns with a 6-foot NW swell. Same 7-second period. Another quality session, and the size is friendly for most.
The first weekend of August, the 1st and 2nd, is mixed. Saturday afternoon brings a 6-foot NW swell, but the wind is a gentle cross-shore. Sunday the 2nd sees a bigger 8-foot NW swell by the afternoon, with a 9-second period and strong energy (1326). That’s expert-only territory, and the short period will make it dumpy.
Monday, August 3rd, has a 10-foot NW swell in the morning (energy 2098) – too big for this break. The afternoon drops to 8 feet (936 energy) with a clean cross-offshore wind, making it a high-quality, expert-only session.
The second week, from August 4th to 8th, is poor. The swell drops to 6 to 7 feet, but the wind is mostly a fresh cross-shore or cross-offshore breeze, often 16 to 19 mph. The energy is moderate to weak. By August 8th, we’re down to 4 feet with a light cross-onshore breeze. Not worth it.
The best call is the glassy afternoon on Thursday, July 30th, with clean 6-foot NW swell. Friday, July 31st afternoon is a close second. After that, it’s for the hardcore only.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Fri morning, min 13°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Mon afternoon, min 12°C on Sun night). Winds increasing (calm on Sun night, fresh winds from the NW by Tue afternoon). | ||||||||||||||||||
Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SSW 26 | SSW 24 | SSW 24 | SW 23 | SSW 21 | SW 21 | SW 20 | SW 19 | SW 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 19 | SSW 17 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
447 | 374 | 964 | 558 | 1221 | 1041 | 872 | 1100 | 863 | 835 | 845 | 1104 | 1123 | 798 | 1159 | 911 | 691 | 635 | 441 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | off | cross-on | cross | off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off |
High Tide | 9:56AM1.17m | 8:07PM1.82m | 10:48AM1.23m | 8:54PM1.86m | 11:29AM1.29m | 9:38PM1.91m | 12:03PM1.34m | 10:20PM1.94m | 12:35PM1.40m | 11:00PM1.95m | 1:05PM1.45m | 11:40PM1.93m | |||||||
Low Tide | 2:59AM0.13m | 1:37PM0.99m | 3:49AM0.03m | 2:38PM1.02m | 4:32AM-0.05m | 3:34PM1.01m | 5:11AM-0.12m | 4:23PM0.98m | 5:46AM-0.16m | 5:08PM0.94m | 6:19AM-0.17m | 5:49PM0.89m | |||||||
— | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | |
8:37 | — | 8:37 | — | — | 8:37 | — | — | 8:36 | — | — | 8:35 | — | — | 8:34 | — | — | 8:32 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 13 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 18 | 22 | 20 | 19 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 21 | 19 |
Feels °C | 13 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 16 | 17 | 16 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 24 | NW 9 | SSW 21 | SW 21 | SW 20 | SW 19 | SW 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 19 | SSW 17 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | WNW 8 |
223 | 204 | 964 | 99 | 1221 | 1041 | 872 | 1100 | 863 | 835 | 845 | 1104 | 1123 | 798 | 1159 | 911 | 691 | 635 | 158 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 26 | SSW 24 | SSW 13 | SW 23 | NW 9 | S 12 | WNW 8 | S 12 | SSW 12 | NW 10 | NW 9 | SSW 11 | NW 9 | SSW 21 | SW 12 | WNW 8 | S 18 | S 18 | SSW 16 |
447 | 374 | 154 | 558 | 81 | 78 | 75 | 72 | 56 | 120 | 54 | 40 | 117 | 144 | 36 | 82 | 98 | 221 | 441 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 13 | NNW 10 | SW 16 | SSW 13 | S 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SW 15 | S 10 | SSW 21 | SSW 13 | SSW 11 | SSW 12 | SSW 10 | SSW 9 | S 20 | SW 11 | SSW 10 | S 17 |
89 | 64 | 96 | 114 | 125 | 58 | 57 | 33 | 18 | 260 | 99 | 40 | 54 | 22 | 8 | 119 | 30 | 22 | 297 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | NW 9 | — | — | WNW 9 | — | NW 8 | WNW 5 | NW 5 | NW 4 | NW 5 | NW 9 | NW 9 | WNW 4 | NNW 4 | WNW 8 | WNW 6 | NW 6 |
— | — | 123 | — | — | 96 | — | 62 | 52 | 53 | 15 | 77 | 263 | 99 | 52 | 2 | 147 | 138 | 226 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1 | 282 | 108 | 1 | 197 | 116 | 1 | 195 | 257 | 1 | 195 | 257 | 1 | 195 | 195 | 28 | 264 | 385 | 1 |
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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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