Henrys Surf Break

Lat Long: 10.31° N 85.84° W

Henrys Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 5 am 18 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Henrys sea temperature is
30.2° C
2.0° 

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


Henrys surf forecast from 18 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 25 Jul, 12AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 21s period, SW swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 25 Jul, 3AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 21s period, SW swell with 1,167 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 19 Jul, 12PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 12s period with SSW 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 Sunday (Jul 19) at 12PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 12s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 5s. 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 1.1m 21s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 25) at 3AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 4s period and expected on Sunday (Jul 19) at 6AM.

Wave TypeTime (CST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)12PM (Sun 19th Jul)3ft (0.9m) 12s
Best Surf12AM (Sat 25th Jul)3.5ft (1.1m) 21s
Most Powerful 3AM (Sat 25th Jul)3.5ft (1.1m) 21s

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


The Lowdown

Alright mates, Rusty here. Let’s break down what Henrys has in store for the next couple of weeks. This is a consistent reef break that’s wide open to swell, and you’ll usually have plenty of company – so expect a few other surfers out. The water’s sitting at 86.4°F, a touch warmer than normal for this time of year.

We start off with small, forgettable surf from the 18th through the 22nd. Swell from the SSW or SW around 1‑2ft, periods mostly 12 seconds, and cross‑offshore winds keep the surface clean but there’s hardly any power – combined swell energy under 250 most of that time. Not worth rushing out.

Things perk up on Sunday the 19th afternoon when the wind goes glassy and a 3ft SW swell rolls in at 12 seconds, energy 438. That’s a nice session. Monday the 20th morning holds similar: 2.5ft SW at 16 seconds, cross‑off breeze, still small but the longer period helps.

By Wednesday the 22nd afternoon we get a proper offshore wind (ENE 20 km/h) and a 2ft SW swell at 13 seconds – clean but tiny. Thursday the 23rd afternoon throws a curveball: a 1.5ft SW swell with a massive 26‑second period, gentle offshore, energy 279. That long period will make the reef reel, but it’s knee‑high.

From Friday the 24th the energy ramps up. The 24th afternoon has a 2ft SW swell at 24 seconds, energy 585, light cross‑off – very clean and fun. Saturday the 25th morning is even better: 3ft SW at 21 seconds, energy 807, light cross‑off. Long lulls, easy paddling, and the reef will shape them nicely.

But the real standouts are the three mornings at the end of July. Sunday the 27th morning – 4ft SW at 16 seconds, light offshore ENE 10 km/h, energy 1467. Excellent but getting big for the reef – only for experienced surfers. Monday the 28th morning – 6

Short Range Forecast

Some drizzle, heaviest during Sun afternoon. Warm (max 31°C on Sat morning, min 25°C on Sun night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the ENE on Sat afternoon, calm by Sun afternoon).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 30°C on Tue morning, min 24°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Saturday
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Sunday
19
Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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SSW
12
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SSW
13
0.5
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19
0.9
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12
0.6
SW
18
0.8
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16
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16
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15
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26
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SSW
8
0.8
SW
24
0.6
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24
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Energy kJ
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164
286
170
244
192
366
361
309
305
293
250
173
132
92
93
171
110
661
347
1015
Wind (km/h)
20
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25
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25
NE
20
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10
ENE
15
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High Tide
5:42PM2.45m
6:14AM2.54m
6:31PM2.31m
7:01AM2.44m
7:20PM2.15m
7:48AM2.32m
8:11PM1.99m
8:37AM2.19m
9:05PM1.86m
9:29AM2.08m
10:05PM1.77m
10:26AM2.02m
11:08PM1.73m
Low Tide
11:38AM0.21m
11:55PM0.11m
12:28PM0.30m
00:41AM0.25m
1:18PM0.40m
1:27AM0.41m
2:10PM0.51m
2:15AM0.56m
3:04PM0.60m
3:07AM0.68m
4:02PM0.66m
4:04AM0.77m
5:03PM0.68m
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Feels °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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