Henrys Surf Break

Lat Long: 10.31° N 85.84° W

Henrys Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 5 pm 07 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Henrys sea temperature is
30.0° C
1.7° 

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


Henrys surf forecast from 8 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 8 Jul, 12PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 16s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 8 Jul, 3AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 16s period, SW swell with 976 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 8 Jul, 12PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 16s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Henrys this week:

The surf forecast for Henrys over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 08) at 12PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 16s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Henrys in the next 16 days are 1.4m 16s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 08) at 3AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 7s period and expected on Saturday (Jul 11) at 9AM.

Wave TypeTime (CST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)12PM (Wed 8th Jul)4ft (1.2m) 16s
Best Surf12PM (Wed 8th Jul)4ft (1.2m) 16s
Most Powerful 3AM (Wed 8th Jul)4.5ft (1.4m) 16s

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


Alright, let’s get into it. This is Rusty, and we’re looking at a solid little run for Henrys.

The action kicks off on Tuesday, July 7th, with a nice clean pulse. We’ve got a 5ft SW swell pushing through at a juicy 18 seconds – that’s proper groundswell, long lines and plenty of energy (1263). The water’s sitting at 86°F, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so you can ditch the wetsuit for boardies and a rash guard. A light NE breeze keeps it cross-off and the face clean. This is the standout of the whole outlook. For experienced surfers, it’s gonna be a treat. The only catch? It can get crowded here sometimes, so get in early.

Wednesday the 8th holds on with a 4ft SSW swell and moderate ENE wind in the morning, but the real gem is Wednesday afternoon. Glassy conditions with a light NW breeze, 4ft of SW swell, still a decent 16-second period. The energy drops a bit (761), but it’s glassy – you can’t ask for much more for a midweek session.

From Thursday the 9th through the weekend, the swell eases. We’re looking at 3ft to 4ft of SSW/SW swell, periods staying around 14-16 seconds. Winds are mostly cross-off or light. Nothing firing, but there are rideable waves for those who are keen. Saturday morning has some risk of storms and a bit of SE wind, but Saturday afternoon turns glassy again with a light WNW breeze – a sneaky good window if you’re patient.

The first half of the next week (Monday 13th to Wednesday 15th) is pretty small – 2ft to 3ft – but the quality stays clean with gentle offshores or glassy conditions. There’s a little uptick on Tuesday afternoon (14th) with a jump in energy to 473, still only 2ft but the period’s solid at 14 seconds. Worth a paddle if you're jonesing.

Then Thursday the 16th afternoon offers a nice surprise – 4ft of SSW swell, 12-second period, glassy conditions with a light NNW breeze. That’s a good session right there, clean little waves.

The following weekend (18th-19th) has some moderate wind but also some clean offshore moments. Sunday the 19th morning is small at 2ft but glassy offshore with a long 18-second period – very clean but tiny. By Monday the 20th, it drops to 1ft and the energy’s weak (157). That’s a real lull.

But don’t write off the end of the run. On Tuesday, July 21st, we get a nice morning window: 3ft SSW swell, 14-second period, gentle offshore ENE breeze, and decent energy (556). It’s a promising little pulse to close out the outlook.

Overall, the first couple of days are your best bet, especially Tuesday the 7th and Wednesday the 8th afternoon. After that, it’s a slow, clean grind with a few fun windows scattered through. Grab it while it’s good.

Stay stoked,
Rusty

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Wed afternoon. Warm (max 32°C on Tue afternoon, min 26°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Heavy rain (total 36mm), heaviest during Sat afternoon. Warm (max 30°C on Fri afternoon, min 24°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Tue
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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1.2
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1.2
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16
1.1
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16
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15
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15
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15
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15
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14
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14
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13
0.7
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14
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SSW
14
0.5
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13
0.6
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
1263
1048
864
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657
544
419
314
382
279
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372
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323
297
264
130
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127
88
140
Wind (km/h)
10
NE
25
ENE
20
ENE
5
NW
15
ENE
20
ENE
15
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15
E
15
NE
5
NNE
10
E
15
SE
5
WNW
10
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5
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5
WSW
15
NE
15
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15
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20
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15
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High Tide
7:43PM1.97m
8:14AM2.25m
8:38PM1.92m
9:08AM2.27m
9:40PM1.90m
10:09AM2.30m
10:48PM1.92m
11:14AM2.35m
11:56PM2.00m
12:19PM2.43m
1:00AM2.13m
1:20PM2.52m
2:00AM2.27m
Low Tide
1:48AM0.53m
2:39PM0.58m
2:40AM0.56m
3:39PM0.54m
3:41AM0.56m
4:44PM0.48m
4:47AM0.53m
5:49PM0.38m
5:55AM0.46m
6:51PM0.26m
7:01AM0.37m
7:48PM0.13m
8:02AM0.27m
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Temp °C
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Information about the Henrys Surf forecast

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