Kamakura Surf Break

Lat Long: 35.31° N 139.54° E

Kamakura Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 8 pm 06 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Kamakura sea temperature is
28.3°C
1.8° 

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


Kamakura surf forecast from 6 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 8 Sep, 9AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 9s period, S swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 7 Sep, 6PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 9s period, S swell with 1,007 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 8 Sep, 9AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 9s period with S swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Kamakura this week:

The surf forecast for Kamakura over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 08) at 9AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.4m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 1.1m and 10s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Kamakura in the next 16 days are 2.5m 9s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 07) at 6PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 4s period and expected on Wednesday (Sep 09) at 9PM.

Wave TypeTime (JST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 9AM (Tue 8th Sep)4.5ft (1.4m) 9s
Best Surf 9AM (Tue 8th Sep)4.5ft (1.4m) 9s
Most Powerful 6PM (Mon 7th Sep)8ft (2.5m) 9s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what Kamakura's got cookin' for us over the next couple of weeks.

This stretch is a bit of a mixed bag. We've got a chance of something decent early in the week, but then it's gonna go pretty flat for a long stretch. Overall, get out there early in the window if you can.

The best bet on offer is Tuesday morning, September 8th. We’ll see a 5ft south swell roll in, and the wind is going to turn light and offshore from the north-northeast. That combo is going to result in some clean, lined-up waves. The combined swell energy is a solid 540 (moderate), so there's some punch there, but not so much that it’s out of control. It's a good size for all levels, and a beginner-friendly spot like Kamakura should be fun. Crowds are possible here, so don't sleep in if you want a peak.

Tuesday afternoon looks even better for cleanliness, with the wind dropping to glassy calm and the swell settling to a clean 4ft from the south with a short 8-second period. Energy's still there at 277 (moderate). It'll be smaller but glassy, perfect for a longboard or a fun-sized board.

Now, looking ahead, Wednesday the 9th turns ugly. The swell jumps up to 6ft in the morning and 8ft in the afternoon, but the wind swings onshore from the south-west, turning things into a choppy mess. By Thursday the 10th, the swell is dropping fast, and we get into a real flat spell. From Thursday the 10th all the way through to Monday the 21st of September, there’s barely a ripple. For about ten days, it’s just tiny, weak waves with no energy to speak of. The few pulses that come through are too small to ride.

Then, right at the tail end of the forecast, on Tuesday morning, September 22nd, there's a flicker of hope. A tiny 3ft south-east swell rolls in with a *very* long period of 17 seconds. The wind is glassy calm. That long period means the energy is way up there at 429 (moderate), but with that direction and period, it could be a bit straight and tricky on a beach break like Kamakura. Still, with glassy conditions, it's worth checking. Just keep your expectations low on the size. That one is a promising but less certain long-range call.

So, the standout is absolutely Tuesday the 8th. Tuesday morning is your call.

Stay stoked, catch one for me.
Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Heavy rain (total 179mm), heaviest during Sun night. Warm (max 28°C on Wed afternoon, min 23°C on Sun night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the S on Mon morning, calm by Tue afternoon).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Heavy rain (total 25mm), heaviest during Wed night. Warm (max 25°C on Sat morning, min 19°C on Thu night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the N on Wed night, calm by Fri night).

Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
10
Friday
11
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Period (s)
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SE
8
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2.2
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1.6
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1.4
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9
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8
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SSW
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SSW
8
0.3
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Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
149
556
788
417
320
177
230
615
908
375
112
84
43
28
29
18
18
19
10
Wind (km/h)
35
E
45
S
35
SSW
25
SW
10
NNE
0
N
5
WSW
15
SW
20
SW
30
N
25
NNE
25
NNE
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5
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High Tide
10:47PM1.25m
3:45PM1.33m
1:09AM1.28m
4:04PM1.39m
2:28AM1.38m
4:25PM1.43m
3:26AM1.47m
4:45PM1.46m
4:15AM1.53m
5:04PM1.49m
4:59AM1.54m
5:23PM1.50m
Low Tide
7:42AM0.29m
8:41PM1.09m
8:43AM0.22m
9:20PM0.95m
9:30AM0.17m
9:53PM0.79m
10:09AM0.18m
10:25PM0.63m
10:43AM0.24m
10:57PM0.49m
11:14AM0.34m
11:29PM0.37m
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Temp °C
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Information about the Kamakura Surf forecast

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