Surf Forecasts:
Indian Wells surf forecast from 4 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 10 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 6s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 10 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 7s period, SSW swell with 229 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 5 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 7s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Indian Wells this week:
The surf forecast for Indian Wells over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 05) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 7s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 7s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Indian Wells in the next 16 days are 1.6m 7s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 10) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.3m 2s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 11) at 5AM.
| Wave Type | Time (EDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2AM (Wed 5th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 7s |
| Best Surf | 2AM (Mon 10th Aug) | 5ft (1.6m) 6s |
| Most Powerful | 2PM (Mon 10th Aug) | 5ft (1.6m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Indian Wells over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let’s break down what Indian Wells is serving up over the next couple weeks. Honestly, it’s not firing, but there’s a couple of moments that might make it worth a look.
The overall story is small, short-interval SSW swell. The wave energy is mostly weak to moderate, just typical mellow summer stuff. No groundswells to speak of, so the power isn’t there.
Your best early window is Tuesday morning (August 4th). We have a clean 4-foot swell from the SSW, period around 8 seconds, with a light N wind that’s slightly offshore. The combined energy is moderate at 223. Water temp is 70°, just a hair below the average for this time of year. That morning is the cleanest it’s going to be. By afternoon, the wind goes onshore and it’s game over.
From Wednesday (August 5th) through the weekend, it’s a tough stretch. Swell drops to 2–3 feet, the period is short and crumbly at 6–7 seconds, and we have moderate cross-shore winds messing things up. Energy stays well under 130. Friday and Sunday mornings are clean but the surf is flat and weak. Honestly, with the consistent wind, this spot might be more fun for a kite surfer than a paddle surfer on those afternoons.
The following week, Saturday morning (August 15th) stands out a little. Swell comes up to 5 feet, the longest period we see at 8 seconds, with a cross-off wind. The combined energy hits 215. It’s the biggest push in the whole forecast, but the afternoon wind cranks up and ruins it. Hit the dawn patrol. At 5 feet and short period, it’s not beginner-friendly; more for the experienced crew.
Thursday morning (August 13th) is also worth a mention for the novelty of it – we get a light offshore wind from the NNW, clean and glassy, but the swell is only 3 feet. Fun for a log or a fish.
After the 15th, the surf dies hard. Sunday the 16th has a glassy 3-foot morning, but it’s fleeting. From the 17th onward, it’s onshore wind, rain, and swell dropping to barely 2 feet. A total washout.
So, the two take-homes: Tuesday the 4th for the cleanest, most user-friendly surf, and Saturday the 15th for the most size and energy. Neither are classics, but that’s your best shot.
Stay patient, Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Thu afternoon, min 21°C on Tue morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Sat night. Warm (max 30°C on Fri afternoon, min 25°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 8 | S 8 | SSW 7 | S 7 | S 7 | SE 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 5 | SSW 6 | SSW 7 | SSW 7 | SSW 7 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 178 | 115 | 71 | 47 | 43 | 26 | 64 | 92 | 154 | 107 | 110 | 152 | 85 | 94 | 110 | 78 | 80 | 202 | 186 | 197 | 124 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-on | glassy | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 12:08PM0.87m | 00:24AM0.72m | 12:59PM0.88m | 1:20AM0.68m | 1:59PM0.89m | 2:26AM0.65m | 3:09PM0.90m | 3:44AM0.66m | 4:31PM0.93m | 5:09AM0.69m | 5:47PM0.98m | 6:20AM0.77m | 6:49PM1.02m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 6:22PM0.15m | 6:22AM0.07m | 7:27PM0.17m | 7:17AM0.09m | 8:46PM0.17m | 8:21AM0.10m | 10:10PM0.14m | 9:33AM0.09m | 11:19PM0.09m | 10:45AM0.05m | 00:15AM0.02m | 11:51AM0.01m | 1:04AM-0.03m | ||||||||
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 | 5:47 | — | — | 5:47 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — |
 | — | 8:00 | — | — | 8:00 | — | — | 7:59 | — | — | 7:58 | — | — | 7:55 | — | — | 7:54 | — | — | 7:53 | — |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 |
Temp °C | 23 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 25 | 27 | 30 | 28 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 26 | 31 | 30 |
Feels °C | 23 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 26 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 30 | 28 | 28 | 29 | 26 | 30 | 31 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 8 | S 8 | SSW 7 | S 7 | S 7 | SE 6 | SE 6 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SSW 6 | SE 7 | SE 7 | E 9 | SE 10 | SSW 7 | SSW 7 |
| kJ | 178 | 115 | 71 | 47 | 43 | 26 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 15 | 23 | 31 | 23 | 110 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 197 | 124 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 6 | S 6 | SE 8 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 9 | E 9 | E 8 | E 8 | SE 7 | E 10 | E 10 | SE 10 | E 9 | SE 10 | SE 10 |
| kJ | 45 | 45 | 37 | 35 | 33 | 19 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 4 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | E 12 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | E 9 | E 11 | SE 11 | SE 10 | — | E 8 | E 8 |
| kJ | — | — | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2 | 5 | 4 | — | 1 | 1 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | SSW 3 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | — | SSW 6 | SSW 5 | SSW 6 | SSW 7 | — | — |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 64 | 92 | 154 | 107 | 110 | 152 | 85 | 94 | — | 78 | 80 | 202 | 186 | — | — |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 50 | 0 | 15 | 945 | 293 | 5 | 1167 | 50 | 0 | 181 | 0 | 72 | 170 | 0 | 0 | 184 | 0 | 25 | 153 | 0 |
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The above surf forecast table for Indian Wells provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Indian Wells can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Indian Wells 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 (Indian Wells) 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).
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