Henrys Surf Break

Lat Long: 10.31° N 85.84° W

Henrys Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 5 am 06 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Henrys sea temperature is
30.0° 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 6 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 8 Aug, 12AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 16s period, SW swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 8 Aug, 3PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 15s period, SW swell with 509 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 6 Aug, 12PM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 14s 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 Thursday (Aug 06) at 12PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 14s period. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Henrys in the next 16 days are 1.1m 15s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 08) at 3PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 4s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 08) at 9PM.

Wave TypeTime (CST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)12PM (Thu 6th Aug)2ft (0.6m) 14s
Best Surf12AM (Sat 8th Aug)3ft (0.9m) 16s
Most Powerful 3PM (Sat 8th Aug)3.5ft (1.1m) 15s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, this is Rusty. Let’s get into it for Henrys.

We’re looking at a slow start here, folks. The next couple of days are a bit of a write-off – Thursday’s got a storm risk and the swell is tiny, barely 2ft to 2ft, so it’s more of a paddle than a surf. Water temp is sitting at 86°F, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so that’s a nice bonus for the skin. The first real hope pops up Friday morning, 7th August. The wind swings offshore from the ENE, cleaning things up, and we get a jump in energy. The swell is only 2ft, but it’s a long-period 18-second groundswell from the SSW, and that combined energy hits 414 – a moderate kick. It’s a reef break, so that long period should wrap in nicely. Crowds can be often here, so expect company.

Saturday 8th August afternoon looks like the first true standout. The swell bumps to 4ft from the SW, period drops a bit to 15 seconds, but the combined energy is strong at 517. The wind is light cross-offshore from the SE, keeping it clean. That’s the call for the weekend – glassy, fun, and consistent.

Sunday 9th holds similar, with 3ft SW swell and offshore ENE winds in the morning, but it’s not quite as punchy. The real fireworks start showing up for the second week. Monday 10th afternoon goes glassy with 3ft SW swell, and the energy is still solid at 338.

Now, the real standout of the whole run is Friday 14th August afternoon. Swell jumps to 5ft from the SW, period 18 seconds, and the combined energy rockets to 1342 – that’s very strong. The wind is light from the ESE, cross-offshore, so it’ll be clean. This is one for the experienced crew, as 5ft on a reef with that much energy will be pushing it for beginners. It’s the best on offer.

Saturday 15th morning stays big at 5ft, but the wind is a fresh 19 mph from the ENE, still cross-off, so it’ll be a bit of a battle. Afternoon cleans up nicely with light winds and 5ft swell. Another good window for strong intermediates and up.

The tail end of the run, from Monday 17th to Thursday 20th August, keeps producing clean 3ft to 4ft SW swell with mostly light offshore or glassy conditions. Consistent, small, but fun. Nothing huge, but a lot of rideable days.

Overall, Henrys has a few days of waiting, but once it fires up, it delivers. The 14th and 15th are the clear standouts – big, clean, and powerful. Don’t sleep on the Saturday 8th either.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 15mm), heaviest on Thu morning. Warm (max 32°C on Sat afternoon, min 24°C on Thu morning). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Mon afternoon. Warm (max 32°C on Sun afternoon, min 24°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light.

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14
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18
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Energy kJ
125
64
212
209
305
376
441
509
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401
384
241
199
331
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455
212
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206
181
Wind (km/h)
15
SE
5
NNW
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E
20
ENE
10
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20
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High Tide
8:10PM1.96m
8:39AM2.27m
9:15PM1.90m
9:45AM2.25m
10:28PM1.90m
10:57AM2.26m
11:42PM1.98m
12:07PM2.32m
00:50AM2.13m
1:10PM2.41m
1:49AM2.30m
2:07PM2.50m
2:42AM2.47m
Low Tide
2:09PM0.49m
2:13AM0.52m
3:11PM0.52m
3:17AM0.57m
4:21PM0.51m
4:30AM0.58m
5:32PM0.44m
5:45AM0.52m
6:37PM0.33m
6:54AM0.42m
7:35PM0.20m
7:54AM0.30m
8:27PM0.09m
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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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