Deadman's Surf Break

Lat Long: 40.02° N 124.07° W

Deadman's Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 4 pm 30 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Deadman's sea temperature is
14.4°C
0.1° 

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 31 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 30 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 8s period, NW swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Friday 4 Sep, 11PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 17s period, SSW swell with 675 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 30 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 8s 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 Sunday (Aug 30) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.0m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 1.3m and 8s. Another secondary swell of 1.0m and 15s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Deadman's in the next 16 days are 1.1m 17s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 04) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 3s period and expected on Thursday (Sep 03) at 2AM.

Wave TypeTime (PDT) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)11PM (Sun 30th Aug)6.5ft (2.0m) 8s
Best Surf11PM (Sun 30th Aug)6.5ft (2.0m) 8s
Most Powerful11PM (Fri 4th Sep)3.5ft (1.1m) 17s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, this is Rusty, and I'm looking at the charts for the next couple of weeks. It's a bit of a mixed bag out there, but there's a real gem hiding at the end of the forecast if you've got the patience.

Right now, we're looking at a pretty quiet stretch. The swell energy is weak to moderate (899), with a 4 ft SSW groundswell rolling in at a long 16 seconds. The wind is a cross-shore from the NW at 15 km/h, which is putting a bit of a chop on it. The water temperature is sitting at 14°, which is pretty much bang on average for this time of year. It's not horrible, but it's not exactly firing either. The forecast is calling it "marginal," and I'd have to agree. The next few days are a bit of a write-off, with the swell dropping off and the winds staying cross or cross-on, keeping things messy.

We'll see a bit of a pulse around the 3rd of September with the swell picking up to 5 ft from the WNW, but it's a super short period of 10 seconds, so it's going to be a bit fat and weak. The real energy is still missing.

Now, hold onto your board, because we've got a bit of a gap and then things get interesting. On Sunday the 6th of September, the morning stays average, but the afternoon... that's a standout. The wind drops to glassy, totally calm, and we've still got a 3 ft SSW groundswell with a 14-second period. The energy is moderate (521). For a spot that's inconsistent, to have it go glassy is a real treat. That's your window for a clean, if not huge, session.

But the real story, the one you want to circle on the calendar, is the 10th of September. A new swell is forecast to push in, and it's a doozy. Thursday afternoon we're looking at a solid 8 ft of NW swell, with a short 10-second period, but the wind is forecast to be glassy. The combined energy jumps to a strong 1771. Now, this is a reef break, and 8 ft is big, expert territory. It's going to be a powerful, walling wave. The crowds are likely here, so you'll want to be on your game. It looks like the best on offer for the whole period, no question.

The following days keep the swell going. The 11th of September stays solid at 7 ft from the NW, again with glassy conditions in the afternoon. This is another excellent window for the experienced crew. The energy is still strong (1036). It's a long run of quality swell, but remember, it's a reef break and it's going to be challenging.

The energy finally starts to drop off after that, with the swell mixing up a bit and the winds getting a little more cross, so get on it while it's good.

So, to sum it up: the next few days are a bit of a struggle. The 6th of September offers a brief, clean, glassy window for a smaller wave. But the real standout, the one to get excited about, is the 10th and 11th of September. Get your big-wave board ready and be prepared for a crowd. The forecast is promising, but it's a long way out, so keep your fingers crossed.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

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

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Wed night. Very mild (max 18°C on Fri afternoon, min 10°C on Fri night). Winds increasing (calm on Wed night, fresh winds from the NW by Fri afternoon).

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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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Wind (km/h)
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High Tide
1:42AM1.66m
1:56PM1.84m
2:34AM1.53m
2:28PM1.89m
3:33AM1.39m
3:05PM1.92m
4:47AM1.26m
3:51PM1.93m
6:22AM1.19m
4:51PM1.92m
8:01AM1.23m
6:05PM1.91m
Low Tide
7:37PM0.33m
7:39AM0.38m
8:23PM0.24m
8:09AM0.54m
9:17PM0.17m
8:43AM0.71m
10:19PM0.12m
9:24AM0.86m
11:29PM0.07m
10:20AM0.98m
00:44AM0.02m
11:41AM1.05m
1:56AM-0.06m
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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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