Indicators Surf Break

Lat Long: 36.95° N 122.03° W

Indicators Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 4 pm 05 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Indicators sea temperature is
15.9°C
0.9° 

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


Indicators surf forecast from 6 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 5 Sep, 11PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 15s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 12 Sep, 11PM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 9s period, NW swell with 598 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 5 Sep, 11PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 15s period with SSW 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 Saturday (Sep 05) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 9s. Another secondary swell of 0.8m and 4s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Indicators in the next 16 days are 2.0m 9s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Sep 12) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.2m 13s period and expected on Monday (Sep 07) at 5PM.

Wave TypeTime (PDT) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)11PM (Sat 5th Sep)3.5ft (1.1m) 15s
Best Surf11PM (Sat 5th Sep)3.5ft (1.1m) 15s
Most Powerful11PM (Sat 12th Sep)6.5ft (2.0m) 9s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, let’s break down what’s coming for the next couple of weeks. The indicators are a bit flat, to be honest. The only spot worth talking about is Indicators, a point break that’s for advanced crew only. It’s fairly consistent, but it’s sheltered from the swell, so we’re relying on scraps coming in from the north-west.

The best of the bunch looks like Thursday 10th September. The morning has some lumpy cross-on wind, but the afternoon cleans right up with glassy conditions. We’re looking at a 3 ft swell from the SSW, with a long 17 second period. That’s proper groundswell with some punch, and the combined energy is moderate (770). The water is sitting around 61° right now, which is about normal for this time of year. That Thursday afternoon is the standout – clean, lined-up waves, but remember, this break is an advanced wave, so it’s not for the faint-hearted.

Before that, we’ve got a long stretch of dud days. From the 5th right through to the 9th, it’s mostly poor surf with choppy cross-onshore winds or tiny, weak swell. Monday the 7th morning gives a glimmer of hope with a 2 ft, 14 second swell and glassy conditions, but it’s ordinary at best. The energy is weak (245) and the waves will be small and limp.

We then see a bit of a pulse around Saturday 12th September. The morning brings a 5 ft swell from the NW, but it’s only a 9 second period and the wind is cross-on. The combined energy is moderate (921), but the quality is poor. That’s more of a choppy, messy session.

After that, the swell drops right off. From the 14th to the 17th, we’re into tiny 1 ft to 2 ft waves with long periods, but the energy is weak and the surf is poor. There’s a glassy window on the 15th afternoon and 16th morning, but the swell is too small to do much with.

Looking further out, the second week starts to show a bit more life. Friday 18th September sees a 5 ft WNW swell with a 7 second period, but the wind is cross-on and the energy is moderate (516). It’s not a classic. Then Saturday 20th September morning is the biggest call of the run – a 6 ft WNW swell, 8 second period, and offshores. The combined energy is strong (1001). That’s a proper pulse, but it’s still a short-period swell and the wind is cross-on, so it’s only going to be worth a look for the advanced crew. It’s a promising but less certain prospect that far out.

So, overall, if you’re paddling out, focus on Thursday 10th September afternoon for the cleanest, most enjoyable surf. The rest is a grind, with a few bigger but messier options later on. Stay patient.

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Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Sun afternoon, min 13°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 33°C on Wed afternoon, min 17°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light.

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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Swell
Height Map
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
1.2
SSW
16
1
SSW
15
1
SSW
15
0.9
SSW
14
0.9
SSW
15
0.7
SSW
14
0.8
WNW
7
0.6
WNW
7
0.8
SSW
14
0.4
SW
18
0.4
SW
19
0.4
SSW
19
0.7
SSW
19
0.7
SSW
17
0.9
SSW
17
0.9
SSW
17
0.9
SSW
16
0.9
SSW
16
0.8
SSW
15
0.9
SW
15
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
688
422
405
301
305
183
62
35
223
81
94
148
309
267
453
493
430
425
294
309
Wind (km/h)
20
WNW
5
N
5
WSW
20
WNW
5
N
5
SW
10
WSW
5
ENE
5
WSW
10
SW
5
NNE
5
WNW
5
WNW
5
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WSW
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10
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Wind State
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High Tide
5:26PM1.74m
9:03AM1.28m
6:42PM1.76m
9:36AM1.35m
7:51PM1.77m
10:09AM1.41m
8:53PM1.76m
10:40AM1.46m
9:49PM1.71m
11:09AM1.50m
10:42PM1.62m
11:37AM1.54m
11:33PM1.51m
Low Tide
1:07AM-0.05m
12:56PM1.02m
2:06AM-0.14m
2:02PM0.87m
2:56AM-0.20m
2:57PM0.69m
3:39AM-0.20m
3:46PM0.51m
4:18AM-0.13m
4:32PM0.36m
4:54AM-0.02m
5:17PM0.24m
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6:41
6:43
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6:46
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7:30
7:29
7:28
7:25
7:24
7:22
7:22
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Temp °C
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19
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19
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17
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30
33
26
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21
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Feels °C
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24
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21
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17
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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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