
Surf Forecasts:
Leffingwell Landing surf forecast from 19 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 25 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 21s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 25 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 21s period, SW swell with 1,051 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 22 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 15s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Leffingwell Landing this week:
The surf forecast for Leffingwell Landing over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 22) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 0.9m and 5s. Another secondary swell of 1.1m and 6s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Leffingwell Landing in the next 16 days are 1.1m 21s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 25) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.2m 12s period and expected on Saturday (Jul 25) at 11AM.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2AM (Wed 22nd Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 15s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Sat 25th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 21s |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Sat 25th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 21s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Leffingwell Landing over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s talk about Leffingwell Landing.
Truth is, there’s not a single session worth chasing in the entire 16‑day window. This place is a proper advanced reef, super consistent and exposed to the open ocean, but the wind gods and swell direction have been playing games. Water’s running a bit colder than usual – 57°F with a –3°F anomaly – so you’ll want a thick suit, but that’s not the real issue.
The first week, from July 18 right through to July 28, is a write‑off. Swell heights mostly between 1 ft and 4 ft, but the wind is almost always onshore or cross‑onshore from the WNW. That combo turns an otherwise promising reef into a choppy mess. Even when the combined energy hits three‑figure numbers (like 777 on the morning of the 18th, or 739 on the afternoon of the 21st), the onshore breeze and short period – often 14–16 seconds but mixed with short‑period chop – kills any quality. The afternoon sessions are all scored as poor. The mornings have “marginal” tags, but those are being generous.
Second week doesn’t get much better. July 29 afternoon sees a jump in size to 8 ft from the WNW, but the period is a weak 8 seconds – short‑period windswell – and the wind is onshore again. That’s only for the brave, and honestly not worth the paddle. The only glimmer comes on Friday morning, July 31. Glassy conditions with a light WSW breeze, small 2 ft SSW swell at 14 seconds. The combined energy is only 321 – weak – but the surface will be clean. Even then, it’s tiny and the direction is off‑optimum for this reef (it loves WNW). You might catch a few fun little runners if you’re on a log, but it’s not a standout.
After that, the last days of July and into August drop off completely – heights below 3 ft, periods dropping, and wind back onshore. August 1 and 2 are dead.
Bottom line: Leffingwell is a gem, but this forecast period is a dud. Hang tight – forecasts can change, and this spot is too consistent to stay flat for long.
Rusty
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Tue morning, min 14°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Thu morning, min 17°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Sat 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | ||||||||||||||
PM | 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) | WNW 16 | WNW 16 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 17 | SSW 14 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | NW 7 | SW 24 | SW 24 | SW 22 |
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291 | 284 | 358 | 439 | 268 | 314 | 358 | 392 | 550 | 565 | 532 | 411 | 384 | 389 | 299 | 204 | 287 | 661 | 444 | 671 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | glassy | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 2:37PM1.84m | 2:05AM1.68m | 3:19PM1.88m | 3:16AM1.46m | 4:02PM1.90m | 4:48AM1.30m | 4:47PM1.91m | 6:39AM1.26m | 5:34PM1.92m | 8:16AM1.30m | 6:22PM1.94m | 9:18AM1.36m | 7:09PM1.98m | |||||||
Low Tide | 8:29PM0.94m | 8:31AM0.57m | 9:46PM0.88m | 9:08AM0.77m | 11:06PM0.79m | 9:48AM0.96m | 00:21AM0.68m | 10:34AM1.11m | 1:23AM0.57m | 11:34AM1.21m | 2:13AM0.46m | 12:37PM1.26m | 2:55AM0.37m | |||||||
— | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | |
8:17 | — | — | 8:17 | — | — | 8:16 | — | — | 8:16 | — | — | 8:15 | — | — | 8:15 | — | — | 8:15 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 19 | 16 | 20 | 20 | 15 | 20 | 21 | 18 | 22 | 22 | 19 | 24 | 24 | 21 | 26 | 25 | 20 | 23 | 23 | 18 |
Feels °C | 17 | 14 | 19 | 18 | 13 | 19 | 19 | 16 | 20 | 19 | 17 | 22 | 21 | 18 | 24 | 22 | 17 | 21 | 21 | 16 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 16 | WNW 6 | SW 17 | SW 17 | S 12 | S 11 | S 12 | SSW 16 | SSW 17 | SSW 14 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | WNW 6 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | WNW 7 | SW 24 | S 12 | WNW 7 |
291 | 71 | 358 | 439 | 285 | 151 | 273 | 392 | 550 | 565 | 532 | 411 | 384 | 82 | 299 | 204 | 125 | 661 | 196 | 158 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 18 | WNW 16 | WNW 16 | S 13 | WNW 9 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | S 11 | S 10 | S 17 | WNW 5 | S 9 | S 8 | SSW 14 | SSE 13 | S 13 | SSW 13 | S 13 | SW 24 | S 13 |
260 | 284 | 215 | 171 | 99 | 314 | 358 | 192 | 94 | 147 | 42 | 54 | 33 | 389 | 53 | 85 | 198 | 161 | 444 | 395 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 12 | SW 16 | S 11 | WNW 15 | SW 16 | S 13 | WNW 14 | WNW 4 | WNW 13 | WNW 13 | S 10 | WNW 12 | WNW 12 | SSW 7 | NW 12 | SW 26 | SSE 12 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SW 22 |
45 | 124 | 61 | 186 | 268 | 167 | 118 | 11 | 58 | 57 | 92 | 30 | 29 | 18 | 34 | 171 | 46 | 151 | 96 | 671 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 4 | NW 6 | WNW 6 | WNW 5 | NW 5 | — | WNW 8 | NW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 4 | NW 6 | WNW 5 | WNW 5 | NW 6 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | NW 7 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | NW 7 |
25 | 152 | 50 | 42 | 27 | — | 90 | 115 | 61 | 32 | 72 | 24 | 52 | 164 | 34 | 141 | 287 | 73 | 145 | 323 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 200 | 174 | 23 | 174 | 174 | 0 | 139 | 174 | 0 | 153 | 200 | 23 | 172 | 200 | 0 | 172 | 172 | 0 | 174 | 174 |
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Information about the Leffingwell Landing Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Leffingwell Landing provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Leffingwell Landing can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Leffingwell Landing 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 (Leffingwell Landing) 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 Leffingwell Landing 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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