
Surf Forecasts:
Doheney Beach surf forecast from 27 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 30 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 14s period, S swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 31 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 14s period, S swell with 1,317 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 27 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 16s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Doheney Beach this week:
The surf forecast for Doheney Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 27) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 7s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Doheney Beach in the next 16 days are 1.8m 14s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 31) at 5AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8PM (Mon 27th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 2AM (Thu 30th Jul) | 4ft (1.2m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 5AM (Fri 31st Jul) | 6ft (1.8m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Doheney Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Grab a seat because I’ve got the lowdown on Doheney Beach for the next couple of weeks, and honestly, it’s a bit of a slow burn. We’re looking at a stretch of surf that’s more about quantity than quality, with a couple of little windows where things might just line up.
The first few days are the main event, but even then, it’s not firing on all cylinders. We’ve got a long-period, 13-18 second groundswell rolling in from the SSW on Monday July 27th, pushing waves around 4ft. The ocean has got some guts to it, with a moderate wave energy of 1137, but the wind is a light cross-on from the SW at just 6 mph. That’s going to put a bit of a crinkle on the surface, but it’s not a washout. The water is notably warm too, sitting at 71°F, which is a good 5°F above average for this time of year – feels like a bath out there. Doheney is a reef break that’s fairly consistent and best for beginners, but with the swell coming from the SSW, its optimum direction, it’s worth a look.
The standout, if you can call it that, is Monday, July 27th morning. That’s the best window we’ve got. The swell is 4ft from the SSW with a long period of 18 seconds, but with that cross-on wind, it won’t be perfect. Don't expect a rippable wall; it’ll be more of a fun, mellow wave for the longboard or a foamie.
Things slide downhill after that. Tuesday and Wednesday (July 28-29) see the swell dip a little, staying around 4ft to 4ft, but the wind turns more directly onshore from the S and SSW. The wave energy climbs a bit, hitting 1267 on Wednesday afternoon, but with onshore wind, the quality will be chopped and messy. These days are pretty forgettable.
By Thursday July 30th and Friday July 31st, we get a slight bump in size, with Friday morning seeing 6ft from the S. That’s getting a bit juicy, but the period drops to 13 seconds, and the wind is still a light cross-on. It’s still not clean, clean surf.
Then comes a massive gap. From Saturday August 2nd all the way through to around Wednesday August 6th, the ocean goes to sleep. We’re talking tiny 1ft to 2ft slop. The combined energy plummets into the low 100s. There’s absolutely nothing worth paddling out for. You can leave your board in the car for nearly a week.
There’s a small flicker of hope around Friday, August 7th. The swell picks back up to 3ft from the SSW with a very long 19-second period, registering a moderate 595 in the energy department. The wind stays light cross-on. For a reef break like Doheney, those long-period groundswells can wrap in nicely and offer a clean, lined-up wave, but at just 3ft, it’s going to be small and inconsistent. It’s a promising sign, but not a guarantee.
The tail end of the forecast, from August 8th onward, keeps the swell tiny, rarely cracking 3ft. The wind stays light, but the juice just isn’t there.
So, what’s the call? If you’re desperate for a paddle, Monday morning, July 27th is your best bet. It’s the biggest, most consistent swell of the whole window, and the wind is tolerable. For the rest, it’s a waiting game. It’s a tough outlook for the next two weeks at Doheney. Keep an eye on the sky, because a change in wind could make all the difference, but right now, the magic just isn't here.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Mon morning, min 21°C on Mon morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Fri afternoon, min 21°C on Thu morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | 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 18 | SSW 19 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSE 15 | SSW 16 | S 14 | S 14 | SSW 15 | S 14 | S 13 | S 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 10 | S 12 | SW 13 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
1056 | 923 | 780 | 921 | 735 | 761 | 543 | 803 | 537 | 831 | 558 | 1179 | 1032 | 905 | 799 | 666 | 467 | 161 | 88 | 75 | 83 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | cross | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | on | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 9:55AM1.52m | 8:31PM2.22m | 10:20AM1.56m | 9:05PM2.25m | 10:46AM1.59m | 9:39PM2.24m | 11:11AM1.63m | 10:11PM2.18m | 11:37AM1.68m | 10:45PM2.07m | 12:03PM1.73m | 11:21PM1.91m | 12:31PM1.79m | 00:02AM1.72m | |||||||
Low Tide | 2:18PM1.13m | 3:49AM0.20m | 2:54PM1.08m | 4:18AM0.19m | 3:29PM1.03m | 4:45AM0.21m | 4:06PM1.00m | 5:11AM0.27m | 4:45PM0.97m | 5:36AM0.36m | 5:28PM0.95m | 6:00AM0.49m | 6:19PM0.93m | ||||||||
5:58 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | |
— | 7:53 | — | — | 7:52 | — | — | 7:52 | — | — | 7:52 | — | — | 7:51 | — | — | 7:50 | — | — | 7:49 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 22 |
Feels °C | 25 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 22 | 23 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 18 | SSW 19 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSE 15 | SSW 16 | S 14 | S 14 | S 13 | S 14 | S 13 | S 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | W 7 | W 8 | W 8 |
1056 | 923 | 780 | 921 | 735 | 761 | 543 | 803 | 537 | 831 | 490 | 1179 | 1032 | 905 | 799 | 666 | 467 | 161 | 61 | 57 | 60 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 7 | W 7 | W 7 | W 7 | W 7 | SSE 16 | SSW 16 | SSE 14 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | W 7 | W 7 | W 7 | W 7 | W 7 | W 7 | W 6 | SSW 10 | SSW 9 | SW 13 |
64 | 36 | 35 | 62 | 47 | 463 | 519 | 431 | 457 | 358 | 558 | 15 | 14 | 24 | 15 | 33 | 32 | 37 | 80 | 45 | 83 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 9 | SW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 21 | SSE 17 | W 7 | W 7 | W 7 | W 7 | W 7 | W 6 | — | — | — | SW 21 | SW 20 | SW 19 | SW 13 | SW 13 | S 12 | SSW 8 |
17 | 37 | 13 | 85 | 166 | 32 | 47 | 33 | 14 | 21 | 20 | — | — | — | 18 | 15 | 15 | 88 | 88 | 75 | 26 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 74 | 97 | 3 | 74 | 74 | 41 | 74 | 139 | 0 | 74 | 97 | 0 | 77 | 97 | 0 | 74 | 97 | 0 | 77 | 74 | 74 |
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Information about the Doheney Beach Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Doheney Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Doheney Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Doheney Beach 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 (Doheney Beach) 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 Doheney Beach 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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