Kuta Beach Surf Break

Lat Long: 8.72° S 115.17° E

Kuta Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 am 13 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Kuta Beach sea temperature is
26.3° C
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Kuta Beach surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Kuta Beach surf forecast from 13 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 20 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 17s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 20 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 17s period, SSW swell with 3,903 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 14 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 16s period with SSW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Kuta Beach this week:

The surf forecast for Kuta Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 14) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.3m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Kuta Beach in the next 16 days are 2.5m 17s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 20) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 6s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 13) at 5PM.

Wave TypeTime (WITA) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 8AM (Fri 14th Aug)7.5ft (2.3m) 16s
Best Surf 2AM (Thu 20th Aug)8ft (2.5m) 17s
Most Powerful 2AM (Thu 20th Aug)8ft (2.5m) 17s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here. Let's talk about what's cooking at Kuta Beach for the next couple of weeks.

We've got a solid run of swell on the cards, but it's a bit of a mixed bag. The ocean is pumping a lot of energy through, but the wind is mostly coming from the side, not straight offshore. That means the waves will be clean but a bit bumpy, not that perfect glassy stuff we all dream of. The water is sitting at 79°, which is pretty much normal for this time of year, so no surprises there.

The first real standout is looking like Sunday the 16th of August. Early morning, we've got a clean 7ft swell from the SSW with a solid 16-second period. That's a proper groundswell with some grunt, and the breeze is light enough to keep things tidy. The combined energy is pushing 1942 (moderate wave energy), and the report even calls it excellent for experienced surfers. This is your window for a proper session if you know what you're doing. The following Monday morning, the 17th, is still decent with a 5ft SSW swell, but it's a bit weaker.

Now, let's look ahead. The swell really starts to build again from the 19th of August onwards, with that SSW groundswell holding strong. The 20th of August is looking promising with a 8ft swell from the SSW, period around 16 seconds and a massive 3304 (strong wave energy) on the charts. The wind is a consistent cross-offshore, so it's clean but not perfect. It's a good time for a bigger wave, but it will be pushing into that expert-only territory.

The real standout in the medium range is the 25th of August. Tuesday morning and afternoon have a clean 6ft swell from the SSW, with a nice 14-second period, and the wind is just a gentle breeze. The energy is up there at 2149 and 2474 (moderate wave energy), and the report is calling it "excellent". That's a red flag for a good day. The morning of the 26th of August, Wednesday, is a monster, with a 8ft, 17-second period swell and a massive 4221 (strong wave energy) on the chart. That's a lot of water moving, and it's only for the experienced.

Honestly, Kuta is a consistent spot, and the swell is here almost every day, but the wind is always a bit of a side-shore, which keeps it from being perfect. It's an exposed beach, and the swell is coming from the south, which is a bit off the optimum SW direction, but it's still fun. Crowds are always a factor here, so expect plenty of company. If you're looking for the best bang for your buck, aim for the 16th of August early or the 25th of August. The long-range stuff around the 26th of August is promising, but it's a way off, so keep an eye on the charts.

The week between the 17th and the 24th is a bit of a lull in quality, with the swell dropping and the wind staying the same. It's not a write-off, but it's not the best either.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Some drizzle, heaviest during Sat night. Warm (max 26°C on Sat afternoon, min 24°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Sun morning, min 25°C on Sun morning). Wind will be generally light.

Thursday
13
Friday
14
Saturday
15
Sunday
16
Monday
17
Tuesday
18
Wednesday
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2.2
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2
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15
1.3
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19
2.2
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2
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16
1.8
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15
1.6
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14
1.6
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14
1.3
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14
1
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18
1.4
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16
1.9
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16
1.7
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16
2.2
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18
2.3
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18
2.5
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
3463
3649
2801
2195
1613
1220
2735
2703
2161
1919
1422
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980
668
603
1023
1794
1324
2955
3249
3903
Wind (km/h)
20
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20
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15
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20
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15
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15
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15
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15
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15
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15
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15
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20
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High Tide
10:11AM2.63m
10:59PM2.29m
10:53AM2.68m
11:31PM2.47m
11:32AM2.64m
00:01AM2.59m
12:08PM2.52m
00:31AM2.63m
12:41PM2.35m
1:00AM2.59m
1:13PM2.13m
1:28AM2.49m
1:43PM1.90m
1:57AM2.34m
Low Tide
4:44PM0.09m
4:44AM0.49m
5:17PM0.06m
5:25AM0.36m
5:47PM0.10m
6:04AM0.29m
6:15PM0.18m
6:42AM0.31m
6:42PM0.31m
7:18AM0.39m
7:07PM0.46m
7:54AM0.53m
7:30PM0.64m
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Information about the Kuta Beach Surf forecast

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