Depressions Surf Break

Lat Long: 34.41° N 119.85° W

Depressions Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 4 am 14 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Depressions sea temperature is
18.1° C
1.6° 

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


Depressions surf forecast from 14 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 16 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 9s period, WNW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 16 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 9s period, WNW swell with 328 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 14 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 18s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Depressions this week:

The surf forecast for Depressions over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 14) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.4m and 18s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 13s. Another secondary swell of 0.9m and 4s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Depressions in the next 16 days are 1.5m 9s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 16) at 5AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 4s period and expected on Friday (Jul 17) at 2PM.

Wave TypeTime (PDT) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)11PM (Tue 14th Jul)1.5ft (0.4m) 18s
Best Surf 5AM (Thu 16th Jul)5ft (1.5m) 9s
Most Powerful 5AM (Thu 16th Jul)5ft (1.5m) 9s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Depressions over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s cooking for Depressions over the next couple of weeks.

Truth be told, it’s a pretty bleak stretch for the most part. We’re looking at a long, drawn-out run of poor to marginal conditions, with only a couple of brief windows where things might just come together. The water temp is sitting at 65°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so at least you won’t be freezing your butt off while you’re sitting there waiting for a set.

The first real glimmer of hope doesn’t arrive until Monday the 20th. The morning session is the standout. We’ve got clean, glassy conditions with a light SSW swell of 2ft at 16 seconds. That’s a long-period groundswell, which should wrap in nicely here. The combined energy is moderate (301), so it’s not a powerhouse, but clean 2ft surf on a long-period swell is a rare treat around here. Crowds are sometimes an issue, so you might have some company, but with conditions that clean, it’ll be worth it.

After that, it’s back to the doldrums until Friday the 24th. That morning is another one to circle. The wind goes glassy again, and we see a 3ft S swell at 13 seconds. The combined energy ramps up to a strong 527, so there’s a bit more push behind it. It’s a solid, clean option for a beginner-friendly wave, though the swell direction is a bit off the optimum for Depressions. Still, glassy conditions and waist-high surf? That’s about as good as it gets in this forecast.

Other than those two mornings, the rest of the 16 days is a mix of poor surf, onshore or cross-onshore winds, and choppy conditions. A few afternoons show a bit of swell, but the wind ruins it. The period from the 14th to the 19th is a write-off, and after the 24th, it trails off again into poor quality. For a spot that’s fairly consistent, it’s a frustrating run.

Signing off, Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 31°C on Wed afternoon, min 19°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Fri afternoon, min 18°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Tuesday
14
Wednesday
15
Thursday
16
Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
19
Monday
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
0.4
SW
13
0.3
SW
18
0.4
SW
18
0.4
SW
17
1.3
WNW
6
1.5
WNW
6
1.1
WNW
9
1.2
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9
1.3
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9
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0.4
WNW
17
0.4
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0.6
SW
18
0.5
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18
0.5
WNW
16
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SW
17
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17
0.5
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16
0.6
SSW
16
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16
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
44
51
109
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133
175
202
238
266
166
97
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194
159
142
238
238
129
164
166
169
Wind (km/h)
10
WSW
15
WSW
10
NNW
10
WSW
15
W
5
N
10
SW
5
SSW
5
E
10
S
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SSW
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Wind State
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High Tide
11:20AM1.58m
10:06PM2.48m
12:03PM1.64m
10:56PM2.37m
12:45PM1.70m
11:46PM2.18m
1:27PM1.75m
00:38AM1.94m
2:10PM1.80m
1:34AM1.67m
2:53PM1.83m
2:44AM1.43m
3:39PM1.86m
4:21AM1.26m
Low Tide
3:49PM1.03m
5:26AM-0.12m
4:46PM0.99m
6:08AM-0.01m
5:45PM0.97m
6:48AM0.15m
6:48PM0.96m
7:27AM0.35m
7:58PM0.95m
8:04AM0.57m
9:18PM0.91m
8:40AM0.77m
10:46PM0.83m
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6:01
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8:12
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Feels °C
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Information about the Depressions Surf forecast

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