Deadman's Surf Break

Lat Long: 40.02° N 124.07° W

Deadman's Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 10 am 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 18 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Friday 24 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 26s period, SSW 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★+): Saturday 18 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 18s period with SW 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 (Jul 18) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 18s period with a secondary swell of 1.2m and 7s. Another secondary swell of 0.8m and 16s is also forecast. 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+) 8PM (Sat 18th Jul)2.5ft (0.8m) 18s
Best Surf 2AM (Fri 24th Jul)2ft (0.6m) 26s
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 down what's in store for Deadman's.

We're seeing a slow start, but the action picks up toward the end of the first week and into the second. The standout sessions are looking like Sunday the 19th and Monday the 20th. Sunday morning brings a clean 4ft NW swell with glassy conditions. The water temp is 55°, which is normal for the season. The wave energy is sitting at 604 (moderate) for that morning, and it climbs to 854 (still moderate) by the afternoon as the swell cleans up from the SW. The period is short at 8 seconds Sunday morning, so the waves might be a bit bumpy, but the glassy wind will iron it out. Monday morning is smaller at 2ft SW, but it's glassy again with a longer 16-second period, so the shape will be much better. Energy is 550 (moderate). The afternoon picks up to 3ft with the same long period and glassy wind, energy at 708 (moderate). These are the picks – small, clean, and fun for a reef.

From Tuesday the 21st through the end of the month, it's mostly cross and cross-onshore winds, with the swell staying small, mostly between 2ft and 4ft. The energy remains moderate (most readings between 370 and 1614), but the wind isn't as clean. Wednesday the 22nd afternoon gets glassy again with a 3ft SSW swell and 15-second period – a solid little window. Crowds are often, so expect some company.

Then from the 24th through the 28th, the swell gets bigger, especially on the 25th where the energy hits 1614 (strong) with a 4ft SSW swell and a 21-second period. That's proper groundswell, but the wind is cross or cross-off for most of that stretch, so not perfect. The 27th and 28th see clean cross-off winds with swell around 4ft to 4ft SSW, and energy staying strong (1298 to 1637). That's good for experienced surfers, but it's a bit breezy.

The very end of the window, on the 1st of August, has a glassy afternoon with 2ft SSE swell and a 15-second period, energy at 558 (moderate). A nice little finisher.

So, best on offer is Sunday 19th and Monday 20th – small, clean, and fun. The bigger stuff from the 24th onward is promising but less certain with the wind. Keep an eye on it.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Mon afternoon, min 13°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

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

Saturday
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Sunday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Energy kJ
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374
801
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Wind (km/h)
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5
NW
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N
5
WSW
5
WNW
5
WNW
5
SSE
5
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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
9:02AM-0.06m
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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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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