
Surf Forecasts:
Huntington Cliffs surf forecast from 25 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 31 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 14s period, S swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 31 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 14s period, S swell with 1,484 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 25 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 21s period with SSW 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 Saturday (Jul 25) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 21s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 11s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Huntington Cliffs in the next 16 days are 1.9m 14s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 31) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Sat 25th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 21s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Fri 31st Jul) | 6ft (1.8m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Fri 31st Jul) | 6ft (1.9m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Huntington Cliffs over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, it’s Rusty here. Let’s be straight with you: the next couple of weeks aren’t going to set the world on fire. We’ve got a long, slow run of marginal conditions, but there’s one brief window that might get your hopes up.
For the first few days, we’re stuck in a bit of a funk. The swell is small and the wind is mostly cross-onshore, so the surf at Huntington Cliffs is looking pretty poor. On Friday the 24th, we’re looking at a tiny 2 ft swell from the SW, but with a cross-on breeze it’s just choppy and messy. The combined energy is weak (489), and honestly, it’s not worth paddling out for. This carries on through the weekend and into the start of the week. Saturday the 25th and Sunday the 26th see a little more size – up to 3 ft – but the wind is still cross-onshore, giving us light wind ripples. The wave energy is moderate (745 and 736 respectively), but it’s a struggle to find a clean face. The water temp is sitting at 71°, which is much warmer than normal for this time of year, so at least you won’t need a thick suit.
The pattern continues through Monday the 27th and Tuesday the 28th. Swell ticks up to 4 ft – 4 ft from the SW, with a long period around 17-18 seconds. That long period is a bit of a tease: it brings good energy (combined energy hitting 861 on Tuesday morning), but this is a beach break. That long-period groundswell is prone to closing out and breaking straight, so it’s not ideal. The cross-onshore wind still has the surface looking a little bumpy.
Then, towards the end of the month, we get a bit of a pulse. Thursday the 30th sees the swell drop in period to 14 seconds, but the energy is climbing (881 in the morning). Still, the wind is light and cross-onshore, so it’s only marginal.
Now, here’s the one standout in the whole outlook. On Friday the 31st of July, we get a solid push of swell. The morning shows 6 ft from the S, with a period of 14 seconds. The combined energy jumps to 1249 (strong wave energy). The wind is light and onshore from the WSW, which is about as good as it gets for this spot. It’s still a bit onshore, but it’s light, so the surface should be reasonably clean. This is the best bet for the whole forecast period. However, at 6 ft, it’s getting a bit too big for pure beginners. The afternoon picks up to 6 ft, but the wind gets a little stronger, so stick to the morning session. It’s a relatively rare opportunity for a decent wave, but the crowds at Huntington Cliffs are often thick, so expect company.
After that, things drop off quickly. Saturday the 1st of August has 5 ft, but the period drops to 13 seconds, and the energy is lower (907). It’s still surfable, but the magic is fading. By Sunday the 2nd, we’re back to 3 ft and weak energy (304). From Monday the 3rd of August onwards, it’s a long, flat spell. The swell drops to 2 ft and below for days, with poor surf conditions and weak energy readings (under 200). The wind stays cross-onshore or onshore, and the wave state is just choppy and messy. This blank run lasts from the 3rd right through to the 8th of August, with no real options. It’s a normal quiet period for the area, so don’t hold your breath.
So, the takeaway: if you’re keen, save your energy for Friday the 31st of July morning. It’s the only session that looks like it might deliver something with a bit of punch. For the rest, it’s a waiting game.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Sun morning, min 20°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Mon afternoon, min 20°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Fri 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 24 | SW 21 | SW 21 | SW 21 | SW 19 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 19 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | SW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSE 14 | SSE 14 | S 15 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
271 | 467 | 664 | 450 | 863 | 657 | 565 | 614 | 727 | 719 | 601 | 807 | 640 | 651 | 519 | 481 | 469 | 521 | 471 | 1132 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | glassy | cross-on | on | cross | cross-on | on | cross | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 6:33PM2.01m | 9:06AM1.44m | 7:16PM2.08m | 9:33AM1.49m | 7:56PM2.16m | 9:58AM1.52m | 8:32PM2.22m | 10:23AM1.56m | 9:07PM2.26m | 10:48AM1.59m | 9:40PM2.24m | 11:13AM1.63m | 10:13PM2.18m | |||||||
Low Tide | 2:14AM0.39m | 12:58PM1.24m | 2:48AM0.30m | 1:42PM1.19m | 3:20AM0.24m | 2:20PM1.13m | 3:51AM0.19m | 2:55PM1.08m | 4:19AM0.18m | 3:31PM1.03m | 4:47AM0.20m | 4:08PM1.00m | ||||||||
— | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | |
7:58 | — | — | 7:57 | — | — | 7:57 | — | — | 7:55 | — | — | 7:54 | — | — | 7:54 | — | — | 7:53 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 21 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 21 |
Feels °C | 21 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 25 | 24 | 22 | 25 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 22 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 12 | SW 21 | SW 21 | SW 21 | SW 19 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 19 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | SW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSE 14 | SSE 14 | S 15 |
186 | 467 | 664 | 450 | 863 | 657 | 565 | 614 | 727 | 719 | 601 | 807 | 640 | 651 | 519 | 481 | 469 | 521 | 471 | 1132 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 7 | S 11 | W 6 | S 10 | S 12 | W 7 | W 7 | W 7 | W 7 | W 7 | W 7 | W 7 | W 7 | W 7 | W 7 | SSE 15 | SSE 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SW 14 |
32 | 121 | 29 | 51 | 71 | 32 | 21 | 34 | 47 | 23 | 23 | 46 | 32 | 21 | 33 | 231 | 381 | 348 | 242 | 169 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 24 | W 6 | S 10 | W 6 | W 6 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | S 9 | SSE 9 | SW 12 | S 9 | S 10 | S 19 | SSE 15 | SSE 16 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | S 17 | — |
271 | 19 | 52 | 18 | 13 | 47 | 23 | 15 | 8 | 37 | 7 | 8 | 188 | 75 | 137 | 21 | 12 | 12 | 220 | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 99 | 34 | 36 | 99 | 0 | 36 | 99 | 36 | 36 | 92 | 36 | 36 | 99 | 36 | 36 | 36 | 29 | 36 | 135 | 17 |
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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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