
Surf Forecasts:
Le Petit Train surf forecast from 27 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 28 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 10s period, NW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 27 Jul, 5PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 9s period, WNW swell with 272 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 28 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 10s period with NW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Le Petit Train this week:
The surf forecast for Le Petit Train over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 10s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Le Petit Train in the next 16 days are 1.3m 9s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 27) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2AM (Tue 28th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 2AM (Tue 28th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 5PM (Mon 27th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Le Petit Train over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s cookin’ for the next couple of weeks.
Honestly, it’s a pretty grim run for Le Petit Train. The whole 16-day window is a struggle. There are no real standouts, just a couple of brief windows where the surf might be worth a look if you’re desperate. The first few days are a write-off, and after that, we’re looking at a long, empty stretch.
The water is notably warm, sitting at 74°F and about 4°F above the norm for this time of year. That’s a solid anomaly, so you’ll be comfortable in a shorty or even boardies.
The first real, even half-decent, chance comes on Tuesday, 28th July. The morning session is the only glimmer. The swell is small at 3ft from the WNW, with a period of 10 seconds. The key thing here is the wind: it’s from the SE at 3 mph, making it glassy. That’s the only clean window we get. The combined energy is moderate (212). It’s a beginner spot, so the small size is fine, but it’s *inconsistent* here, so don’t expect a wave every minute.
The next sniff of anything is on Sunday, 2nd August. The morning shows a similar setup: 4ft from the NW, 7-second period, and glassy conditions with a light NW wind. The energy is moderate (142) but the short period means the waves won’t have much push. Again, it’s surfable, but very ordinary.
Beyond that, from the 3rd of August right through to the 11th, it’s a total bust. The wind is mostly onshore or cross-onshore, gusting up to 19 mph, and the swell drops to anemic levels. The combined energy often dips below 100, which is just weak. There’s nothing to recommend. For a spot that’s already inconsistent, this kind of blank run is pretty normal for the area.
The only real highlight is that Tuesday morning, 28th July. If you’re a beginner wanting a clean, small wave, that’s your shot. The rest? Not worth paddling out for.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 31°C on Tue night, min 18°C on Mon afternoon). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Sat night, min 18°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | NW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | NW 8 | NW 5 | NW 6 | NW 6 | WNW 8 | NW 6 | NW 7 | NW 6 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NW 6 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
292 | 272 | 225 | 212 | 171 | 120 | 73 | 71 | 50 | 62 | 72 | 31 | 30 | 40 | 23 | 58 | 84 | 35 | 135 | 99 | 77 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | cross | on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | glassy | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 4:29PM3.26m | 4:51AM3.18m | 5:05PM3.45m | 5:26AM3.32m | 5:39PM3.60m | 5:59AM3.42m | 6:12PM3.71m | 6:30AM3.48m | 6:43PM3.77m | 7:02AM3.51m | 7:15PM3.77m | 7:34AM3.50m | 7:48PM3.71m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 10:01AM0.95m | 10:29PM0.78m | 10:41AM0.76m | 11:08PM0.60m | 11:18AM0.60m | 11:44PM0.46m | 11:52AM0.47m | 00:18AM0.36m | 12:25PM0.39m | 00:51AM0.30m | 12:59PM0.36m | 1:24AM0.30m | 1:32PM0.39m | 1:58AM0.36m | |||||||
6:43 | — | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:47 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | |
— | — | 9:37 | — | — | 9:36 | — | — | 9:35 | — | — | 9:34 | — | — | 9:31 | — | — | 9:30 | — | — | 9:30 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 19 | 19 | 19 | 23 | 29 | 31 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 23 |
Feels °C | 17 | 17 | 16 | 22 | 26 | 28 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 20 | 17 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 18 | 22 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | NW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 10 | NW 5 | NW 6 | WNW 8 | NNW 5 | NW 6 | NW 7 | WNW 7 | W 9 | WNW 9 | W 8 |
292 | 272 | 225 | 212 | 171 | 120 | 73 | 71 | 50 | 62 | 10 | 31 | 30 | 23 | 16 | 58 | 84 | 18 | 7 | 15 | 13 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | — | WNW 8 | W 9 | W 11 | W 10 | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 27 | 26 | — | 23 | 6 | 2 | 8 | — | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 10 | — | — | W 9 | W 12 | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 8 | — | — | 2 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 4 | NW 3 | — | NW 8 | — | — | NW 6 | — | — | — | NW 6 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NW 6 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | 1 | — | 72 | — | — | 40 | — | — | — | 35 | 135 | 99 | 77 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 102 | 184 | 0 | 0 | 111 | 0 | 153 | 153 | 204 | 184 | 184 | 219 | 75 | 265 | 32 | 184 | 155 | 0 | 153 | 155 | |
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Information about the Le Petit Train Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Le Petit Train provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Le Petit Train can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Le Petit Train 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 (Le Petit Train) 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 Le Petit Train 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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