Indicators Surf Break

Lat Long: 36.95° N 122.03° W

Indicators Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 4 am 19 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Indicators sea temperature is
14.8° C
1.0° 

Indicators surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Indicators surf forecast from 19 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 25 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 21s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 25 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 21s period, SSW swell with 952 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 19 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 16s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Indicators this week:

The surf forecast for Indicators over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 19) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 7s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Indicators in the next 16 days are 1.0m 21s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 25) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 12s period and expected on Sunday (Jul 26) at 8AM.

Wave TypeTime (PDT) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 8AM (Sun 19th Jul)2ft (0.6m) 16s
Best Surf 8AM (Sat 25th Jul)3.5ft (1.0m) 21s
Most Powerful 8AM (Sat 25th Jul)3.5ft (1.0m) 21s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, this is Rusty. Let's have a look at what's on the table for the next couple of weeks.

Honestly, the first few days are a bit of a write-off. We're looking at a long gap with no real surf to get excited about until Sunday the 19th of July, and even then, it's a small window.

The standout session is going to be Indicators on the morning of Sunday the 19th. We've got a nice clean 2 ft of swell rolling in from the SW, and the period is a long 17 seconds – that's proper groundswell. The wind is glassy, just a light 3 mph from the SW, so it'll be as smooth as silk. The combined energy is moderate (511), and with that long period, expect good shaped waves. Water temp is sitting at 59° which is a touch warmer than average for this time of year, so it's not too bad.

Now, a word of caution: this is a point break for advanced surfers only, and it gets crowded often. It's also fairly consistent, but it's sheltered, so that SW swell is what it's built for. The morning is the only call here; the afternoon turns onshore and messy.

From there, we go into a real flat spell. Monday the 20th through to Saturday the 25th of July is a long stretch of poor to marginal conditions. The swell stays small, the wind is mostly onshore, and the energy is weak. It's a tough week for paddling out.

The next real glimmer of hope comes on the afternoon of Saturday the 25th of July. Same break, Indicators. The wind turns glassy again from the WNW at just 3 mph, and the swell is 2 ft from the SSW with a very long 21-second period. The energy is moderate (543) and the forecast says "expect good surf conditions." It's a promising window, but it's a week out, so keep an eye on it.

Then, the best of the whole outlook lands on the afternoon of Monday the 27th of July. This is the one to circle on your calendar. Indicators will have 4 ft of SSW swell, a 19-second period, and glassy conditions with a light 3 mph NW wind. The combined energy is strong (1491), and the forecast is calling for "very good surf conditions." This is the big one. The swell is right at the limit for a fun-sized wave, but that long period and glassy wind will make it a dream. Just remember, the crowds will be out for this one.

After that, Tuesday the 28th and Wednesday the 29th of July still have some decent 4 ft to 4 ft SSW swell, but the wind is more cross-onshore, so it won't be as clean. The energy stays strong (over 1000), but the quality drops off.

By Thursday the 30th, the swell is fading, and we're back into poor conditions through the first week of August. The energy drops right off, and the waves get small. It's a quiet end to the outlook.

So, to wrap it up: the morning of Sunday the 19th is a solid warm-up, but the real gem is the afternoon of Monday the 27th of July. Get on it if you can.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Tue afternoon, min 13°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Wed afternoon, min 14°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Sunday
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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SW
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SSW
16
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16
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0.7
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24
0.7
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24
0.7
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22
0.9
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21
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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439
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314
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264
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344
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293
229
210
154
487
487
412
718
397
596
Wind (km/h)
5
SW
10
SW
0
WSW
10
WSW
10
WSW
5
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5
W
10
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5
WSW
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WSW
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High Tide
3:39PM1.52m
3:30AM1.06m
4:16PM1.55m
5:12AM0.93m
4:56PM1.57m
7:41AM0.94m
5:38PM1.58m
9:21AM1.06m
6:24PM1.60m
10:17AM1.17m
7:13PM1.63m
10:57AM1.24m
8:00PM1.66m
Low Tide
8:35AM0.17m
9:59PM0.48m
9:18AM0.41m
11:12PM0.39m
10:07AM0.63m
00:22AM0.28m
11:10AM0.83m
1:23AM0.18m
12:22PM0.96m
2:15AM0.09m
1:30PM1.03m
3:00AM0.01m
2:26PM1.05m
3:39AM-0.06m
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Feels °C
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Information about the Indicators Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Indicators provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Indicators can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Indicators 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 (Indicators) 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 Indicators 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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