
Surf Forecasts:
Huntington Cliffs surf forecast from 6 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 6 Sep, 2PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 14s period, S swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 7 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 14s period, SSW swell with 1,060 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 6 Sep, 2PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 14s period with S swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Huntington Cliffs this week:
The surf forecast for Huntington Cliffs over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Sep 06) at 2PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.6m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 12s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Huntington Cliffs in the next 16 days are 1.6m 14s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 07) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 3s period and expected on Sunday (Sep 06) at 11AM.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2PM (Sun 6th Sep) | 5ft (1.6m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 2PM (Sun 6th Sep) | 5ft (1.6m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Mon 7th Sep) | 5ft (1.6m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Huntington Cliffs over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, this is Rusty, and I’m looking at the upcoming surf for Huntington Cliffs. Let’s get real about what we’ve got on the table.
We’re starting off this Sunday, September 6th, with a bit of energy. There’s a 5ft swell rolling in from the south, and it’s carrying a 14-second period. That’s a nice, long groundswell – the kind that brings in some proper shape and power, with decent gaps between sets, so paddling out should be manageable. The wind is a light to moderate offshore from the NNE, flipping to NE in the afternoon, and that’s a big plus. The surf is clean, but we do have to talk about the water temperature. At 73°, that’s a huge 6° warmer than normal for this time of year, so it feels more like a warm bath than a typical September ocean. It’s a standout early call.
The combined wave energy is sitting at 1044, which is strong, and it backs up the quality of the day. However, even though it’s a good session for a beginner-friendly spot like Huntington Cliffs, 5ft is right on the edge of being a bit much for absolute beginners. The offshore wind will help keep it clean, but this break can get crowded often, so expect some company if you’re heading out.
By Monday morning, the swell is still around 5ft, shifting to the SSW with a 13-second period. The wind is a light cross-shore from the WNW, so it’s not as clean as the day before. The energy is still up there at 970, but the quality drops. Monday afternoon gets worse with a cross-onshore wind from the west at 12 mph, making it choppy.
From Tuesday through the rest of the week, the surf steadily drops off. By Tuesday, we’re down to 4ft with poor winds. By Wednesday, it’s under 3ft. The combined energy drops well under 1000, and conditions are consistently cross-onshore or just messy. The swell direction sticks to the SSW and SW, but the wind kills it.
The second week, from September 13th onward, is a real desert. The swell stays tiny, often under 3ft. The wind is generally cross-onshore or onshore, and the periods get erratic, even hitting 20 seconds on the 15th, but with almost no height to back it up, it’s just a long wait for a knee-high bump. There are a few mornings with marginal conditions, but nothing worth paddling out for. The combined energy is in the low hundreds, so it’s weak and not offering any real ride.
So, the bottom line: your best bet is Sunday, September 6th. Get it while it’s clean and punchy. After that, the quality drops fast and doesn’t come back in the next two weeks.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 11mm), heaviest on Sun morning. Warm (max 30°C on Tue afternoon, min 20°C on Sun morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 29°C on Wed morning, min 22°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 6 | Monday 7 | Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | |||||||||||||||
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) | S 14 | S 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 11 | SSW 10 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | W 9 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
999 | 943 | 606 | 888 | 742 | 346 | 547 | 198 | 180 | 127 | 219 | 295 | 414 | 371 | 358 | 287 | 262 | 217 | 169 | 100 | 291 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | off | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-on | cross |
High Tide | 6:03PM2.15m | 8:12AM1.64m | 7:03PM2.25m | 8:41AM1.76m | 7:54PM2.30m | 9:09AM1.87m | 8:41PM2.28m | 9:37AM1.97m | 9:25PM2.20m | 10:05AM2.05m | 10:07PM2.06m | 10:33AM2.09m | 10:50PM1.88m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 11:51AM1.24m | 1:30AM0.17m | 12:58PM1.08m | 2:10AM0.10m | 1:50PM0.91m | 2:46AM0.10m | 2:37PM0.75m | 3:19AM0.16m | 3:21PM0.62m | 3:50AM0.28m | 4:04PM0.53m | 4:18AM0.44m | 4:47PM0.49m | 4:44AM0.61m | |||||||
6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | |
— | 7:10 | — | — | 7:09 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:04 | — | — | 7:02 | — | |
mm | 5 | 5 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 25 | 25 | 27 | 28 | 26 | 29 | 30 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 21 |
Feels °C | 22 | 24 | 25 | 28 | 27 | 25 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 29 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 22 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 14 | S 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | S 11 | SSW 13 | SSW 11 | SSW 10 | SSW 9 | SSW 9 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | W 8 | SW 16 | SW 15 | W 7 | W 7 | W 7 | W 9 |
999 | 943 | 606 | 888 | 742 | 238 | 547 | 198 | 180 | 100 | 70 | 295 | 414 | 371 | 92 | 287 | 262 | 74 | 72 | 62 | 291 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 10 | W 11 | S 12 | SW 19 | SSW 19 | SSW 14 | SW 18 | SSW 13 | W 5 | SSW 13 | SW 16 | W 5 | W 6 | W 6 | SW 16 | W 7 | W 7 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 |
30 | 36 | 403 | 57 | 36 | 346 | 80 | 151 | 16 | 96 | 219 | 28 | 37 | 26 | 358 | 63 | 32 | 217 | 169 | 100 | 99 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 20 | W 12 | WSW 11 | W 10 | SW 9 | W 4 | SW 21 | SW 18 | SSW 13 | SW 16 | S 12 | SW 8 | SW 8 | SW 8 | SSW 11 | SW 7 | SSW 11 | S 10 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 | S 9 |
15 | 3 | 11 | 7 | 3 | 9 | 18 | 81 | 69 | 127 | 77 | 35 | 34 | 24 | 23 | 7 | 11 | 16 | 39 | 34 | 6 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 3 | NNW 3 | WNW 4 | WNW 10 | W 9 | WNW 4 | W 5 | W 4 | — | W 5 | W 4 | — | — | — | — | SE 3 | — | — | SSE 2 | — | — |
10 | 5 | 8 | 18 | 14 | 15 | 7 | 9 | — | 18 | 18 | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | 1 | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 8 | 0 | 17 | 17 | 135 | 41 | 17 | 135 | 24 | 135 | 153 | 36 | 36 | 99 | 36 | 36 | 36 | 36 | 36 | 36 | 36 |
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Information about the Huntington Cliffs Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Huntington Cliffs provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Huntington Cliffs can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Huntington Cliffs 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 (Huntington Cliffs) 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 Huntington Cliffs 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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