
Surf Forecasts:
Hennemans surf forecast from 15 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 19 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 13s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 21 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 16s period, SW swell with 748 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 19 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 13s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Hennemans this week:
The surf forecast for Hennemans over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 19) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.4m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 16s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Hennemans in the next 16 days are 1.2m 16s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 21) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Sun 19th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Sun 19th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 13s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Tue 21st Jul) | 4ft (1.2m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Hennemans over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s get into it. Rusty here.
Right off the bat, I gotta be straight with you. The next couple of weeks at Hennemans are a mixed bag. We’re looking at inconsistent swell and a lot of cross-onshore wind, so the surf is going to be pretty marginal for the most part. There’s no real standout period in the first week, but there’s a glimmer of hope right at the end of the forecast.
The water temperature is about average for the time of year, nothing unusual there.
The first few days, from Wednesday the 15th through to the end of the following week, are mostly a struggle. We’ve got some small swell, around 2ft to 3ft from the SW, but the wind is messing things up. Light to moderate cross-onshore breezes are keeping the surface choppy and bumpy, so the wave quality is poor. The energy is moderate at best, between (233) and (773), but it’s just not coming together. A few morning sessions might have a little more hope with a light breeze, but the swell is tiny and the period is all over the place, from a very long 17 seconds down to 9 seconds. That super long period swell from the SW is a bit of a double-edged sword; it’s got energy, but at a reef break like Hennemans, it might not be the best shape. Honestly, for a few days here, it’s looking more like a kite-surfing setup than a good paddle session.
The weekend of the 25th and 26th of July gets a bit more interesting. The swell starts to pick up, with heights reaching 5ft to 6ft from the SSW/SW. The combined energy jumps up strong, hitting (1430) and then (1669) on the Sunday. That’s a proper push of energy. But, and it’s a big but, the wind is still cross-shore or cross-onshore, and the wave comment calls it marginal. The period drops to 12-15 seconds, which is still a decent groundswell but not as clean as you’d hope. For an intermediate surfer, those 6ft waves on Sunday morning with onshore wind could be a handful, but there’s some power there.
The best of the whole run looks like it might be on Saturday the 26th, but even then, it’s a “marginal” call. The swell is 5ft from the SSW, with a 15-second period and a light cross-shore breeze, which is the cleanest wind we’ll see all week. The energy is strong at (1430). That’s the one window where the conditions might line up for a few clean, punchy waves, despite the inconsistency. It’s not a classic, but it’s the best the 16 days have to offer.
After that, the swell tapers off into the end of the month, with waves dropping back to 4ft and the energy fading. The crowds at Hennemans can be a factor sometimes, which is worth keeping in mind if you do decide to paddle out.
So, there you have it. A long stretch of average, with one half-decent weekend on the horizon. Not a classic outlook, but if you’re keen, keep an eye on that Saturday the 26th.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Wed morning, min 20°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Sat afternoon, min 19°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 17 | SW 16 | WSW 16 | WSW 16 | W 9 | WSW 15 | SW 19 | SW 18 | WSW 15 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
148 | 130 | 171 | 169 | 121 | 144 | 181 | 102 | 142 | 366 | 252 | 515 | 432 | 459 | 280 | 344 | 480 | 748 | 400 | 380 | 447 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | glassy |
High Tide | 11:22AM1.36m | 10:31PM2.12m | 12:03PM1.40m | 11:18PM1.95m | 12:44PM1.44m | 00:05AM1.71m | 1:27PM1.47m | 00:57AM1.44m | 2:12PM1.50m | 1:59AM1.18m | 3:01PM1.51m | 3:26AM0.96m | 3:54PM1.53m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 4:39PM0.53m | 5:53AM-0.40m | 5:32PM0.52m | 6:33AM-0.24m | 6:28PM0.53m | 7:10AM-0.05m | 7:30PM0.55m | 7:47AM0.16m | 8:44PM0.56m | 8:25AM0.38m | 10:14PM0.52m | 9:05AM0.58m | 11:50PM0.41m | ||||||||
5:50 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | |
— | 7:58 | — | — | 7:57 | — | — | 7:57 | — | — | 7:55 | — | — | 7:55 | — | — | 7:54 | — | — | 7:54 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 21 |
Feels °C | 23 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 19 | 21 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 22 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 12 | SW 16 | WSW 16 | WNW 8 | W 9 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | WSW 15 | SW 18 | S 12 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 |
77 | 130 | 171 | 79 | 119 | 91 | 66 | 45 | 142 | 366 | 134 | 515 | 432 | 459 | 280 | 344 | 480 | 748 | 400 | 380 | 447 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 17 | SSW 12 | W 6 | WSW 16 | SW 16 | WSW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | W 8 | S 12 | SW 18 | SW 13 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SSW 10 | SSW 10 | W 5 | W 6 | WNW 6 | W 6 |
148 | 56 | 21 | 169 | 121 | 144 | 103 | 102 | 29 | 104 | 252 | 44 | 342 | 350 | 248 | 133 | 96 | 20 | 36 | 41 | 64 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 5 | WNW 5 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SW 12 | SW 19 | SW 19 | SW 18 | SSW 11 | W 7 | SSW 15 | W 16 | WNW 16 | WNW 15 | W 15 | W 14 | WNW 6 | W 14 | SW 10 | SSW 9 | SSW 9 |
8 | 9 | 56 | 56 | 35 | 127 | 181 | 83 | 43 | 14 | 73 | 79 | 47 | 44 | 38 | 37 | 10 | 36 | 89 | 32 | 30 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | S 3 | S 4 | S 4 | S 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | WNW 5 | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | 5 | 7 | 8 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 9 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 16 | 213 | 7 | 129 | 129 | 28 | 153 | 63 | 6 | 5 | 63 | 12 | 16 | 16 | 12 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 129 | 16 | 0 |
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Information about the Hennemans Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Hennemans provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Hennemans can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Hennemans 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 (Hennemans) 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 Hennemans 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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