Surf Forecasts:
Indicas surf forecast from 17 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 23 Jul, 5PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 8s period, ESE swell with 127 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Indicas this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Indicas in the next 16 days are 1.0m 8s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 23) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.2m 4s period and expected on Sunday (Jul 19) at 8PM.
| Wave Type | Time (EDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 5PM (Thu 23rd Jul) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Indicas over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Right then, let’s have a look at what’s on offer. I’m not gonna lie to you, it’s a flat spell ahead. The whole 16-day window is a write-off for any proper surf. We’ve got Indicas, a reef break that needs a certain swell, but it’s just not happening. The water temp is sitting about average for the time of year, so no surprises there.
From Friday the 17th of July right through to Saturday the 1st of August, it’s a long stretch of nothing worth paddling for. Swell heights barely tickle 1 ft to 4 ft, and the period is short, mostly 7 to 9 seconds – that’s windswell at best. The combined energy stays weak, mostly under 100, with a few days nudging into the low 200s, but it’s all crossed-up and onshore energy. The wind is a constant problem, coming from the SSE, SE, or ESE, blowing cross-on or cross-shore, which leaves the surface choppy and messy. There’s no clean, glassy window in sight.
Honestly, this setup looks more like a kite surfer’s playground than a paddle surfer’s dream. The waves are small, short-period, and wind-battered. For a spot like Indicas that’s an exposed reef break, it’s just a no-go. It’s a rare spot that’s inconsistent, and this run is a prime example of why. There’s no standout day, no hidden gem. The forecast can change, but for now, keep your board in the shed. Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Fri afternoon. Warm (max 29°C on Thu night, min 28°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Warm (max 29°C on Tue afternoon, min 28°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | ||||||||||||||
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) | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | E 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 |
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 kJ | 35 | 34 | 29 | 19 | 19 | 56 | 50 | 77 | 67 | 50 | 88 | 88 | 84 | 96 | 114 | 93 | 119 | 98 | 105 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on |
High Tide | 10:25PM1.13m | 10:52AM0.91m | 11:14PM1.05m | 11:47AM0.92m | 00:03AM0.96m | 12:42PM0.93m | 00:51AM0.86m | 1:38PM0.92m | 1:40AM0.78m | 2:33PM0.91m | 2:30AM0.70m | 3:27PM0.90m | 3:23AM0.65m | ||||||
Low Tide | 4:50AM0.06m | 4:51PM0.08m | 5:37AM0.08m | 5:51PM0.14m | 6:23AM0.10m | 6:51PM0.20m | 7:08AM0.12m | 7:52PM0.25m | 7:53AM0.14m | 8:53PM0.28m | 8:38AM0.16m | 9:53PM0.30m | |||||||
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 | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — |
 | 8:01 | — | 8:01 | — | — | 8:01 | — | — | 8:00 | — | — | 8:00 | — | — | 8:00 | — | — | 8:00 | — |
mm | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
Temp °C | 29 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 |
Feels °C | 31 | 31 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 27 | 29 | 27 | 30 | 29 | 31 | 30 | 29 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | E 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ENE 7 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | SE 7 | ENE 9 | NE 8 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 |
| kJ | 35 | 34 | 29 | 19 | 19 | 5 | 8 | 7 | 67 | 7 | 2 | 88 | 84 | 96 | 114 | 93 | 119 | 98 | 105 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 6 | NE 7 | ENE 7 | NE 7 | ENE 7 | NE 9 | NE 7 | — | ENE 8 | — | — | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 8 | E 8 | NE 11 | NE 10 | NE 10 | NE 10 |
| kJ | 6 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 2 | — | 7 | — | — | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 4 | — | — | NE 8 | NE 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NE 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | 1 | — | — | 3 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 2 | SSE 3 | SSE 3 | SE 3 | SE 4 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 7 | — | SE 7 | ESE 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 56 | 50 | 77 | — | 50 | 88 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 985 | 965 | 1784 | 327 | 925 | 546 | 589 | 899 | 1422 | 803 | 899 | 567 | 529 | 546 | 546 | 546 | 899 | 523 | 546 |
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Information about the Indicas Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Indicas provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Indicas can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Indicas 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 (Indicas) 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 Indicas 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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