Surf Forecasts:
Luz surf forecast from 13 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 18 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 0.5ft (0.2m), 16s period, SSW swell with 24 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Luz this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Luz in the next 16 days are 0.2m 16s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 18) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.8m 8s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 16) at 4AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Tue 18th Aug) | 0.5ft (0.2m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Luz over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, it’s Rusty here, and I gotta be straight with you – this is one of those outlooks that’ll test your patience. We’ve got a solid 16-day window ahead, but the surf just isn’t showing up. From now until the end of the forecast period, the wave energy at Luz is next to nothing. We’re talking a long stretch of flatness, so if you’re itching to paddle out, you might be better off finding a different hobby for a while.
The whole run is a blank. The swell is tiny – we’re seeing heights of just 0.3 ft to 0.9 ft max, with combined swell energy barely registering (values like 0, 1, or 12 on the scale). Winds are mostly offshore or cross-offshore, which would be a treat if there was any swell to push, but there isn’t. It’s clean, glassy at times, but flat as a pancake.
Let’s break it down. On the 13th of August, Thursday morning is glassy but there’s zero wave energy (0). Thursday afternoon picks up a fresh cross-offshore wind (12 mph), but still, no surf. Friday the 14th morning has a tiny 0.3 ft swell from the SE with a short period of 5 seconds, and a gentle offshore wind – clean but nothing to ride. The story repeats all the way through to the end of August. By the 28th of August, Friday morning, we finally see the biggest “surf” of the period: 1 ft from the SE with a period of 6 seconds, combined energy of 12. Winds are offshore and gentle. It’s still rubbish for a surfer, but it’s the best on offer.
There is simply no standout break here. Luz is the only spot in the file, and it’s described as “inconsistent” which fits this forecast perfectly. For an area like this, a blank run is pretty normal. If you’re a kite surfer, you might get some interest with those fresh offshore winds on a few days, but for a paddle surfer? Forget it. The water temperature sits at 66°, which is about 5° colder than normal for this time of year – that’s unusually cold, so if you do get in, a thick suit is essential.
Hang in there. Forecasts can change.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Thu morning, min 19°C on Fri night). Winds increasing (calm on Thu morning, fresh winds from the NNW by Fri afternoon). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Tue night, min 20°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | Sunday 16 | Monday 17 | Tuesday 18 | Wednesday 19 | |||||||||||||||
AM | 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 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | SE 5 | SE 4 | NW 8 | S 18 | S 18 | S 16 | S 16 | S 15 | S 15 | S 15 | S 16 | W 8 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SW 14 | SSW 14 | ESE 5 | ESE 4 |
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 kJ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 24 | 22 | 8 | 20 | 3 | 2 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | cross-off | off | off | off | off | off | off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | glassy | cross | glassy | on | cross-on | off | cross-off | cross-off | off |
High Tide | 3:41PM3.69m | 4:07AM3.40m | 4:22PM3.68m | 4:46AM3.36m | 5:02PM3.59m | 5:25AM3.27m | 5:41PM3.41m | 6:03AM3.13m | 6:20PM3.19m | 6:42AM2.97m | 7:02PM2.94m | 7:26AM2.79m | 7:50PM2.69m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 9:58PM0.48m | 10:06AM0.62m | 10:37PM0.53m | 10:45AM0.66m | 11:15PM0.64m | 11:23AM0.78m | 11:52PM0.81m | 12:01PM0.94m | 00:28AM1.02m | 12:42PM1.14m | 1:07AM1.24m | 1:29PM1.34m | 1:54AM1.44m | ||||||||
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 | 6:48 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:54 | — | — |
 | — | 8:29 | — | — | 8:28 | — | — | 8:27 | — | — | 8:25 | — | — | 8:23 | — | — | 8:22 | — | — | 8:22 | — |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 28 | 26 | 23 | 28 | 26 | 20 | 24 | 24 | 20 | 25 | 25 | 21 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 24 |
Feels °C | 27 | 23 | 21 | 26 | 23 | 17 | 22 | 21 | 17 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 25 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | NW 11 | NW 9 | SE 4 | — | S 18 | S 18 | S 16 | NW 8 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 7 | WNW 8 |
| kJ | 120 | 123 | 19 | 198 | 1 | — | 6 | 6 | 5 | 229 | 186 | 129 | 136 | 129 | 80 | 51 | 43 | 32 | 14 | 13 | 6 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 6 | NW 12 | — | SE 5 | — | — | S 18 | — | S 16 | S 16 | S 15 | S 15 | S 15 | S 16 | W 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | ESE 5 | ESE 4 |
| kJ | 23 | 6 | — | 1 | — | — | 6 | — | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 2 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 9 | N 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 15 | — | S 13 | S 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SW 14 | SSW 14 | WNW 8 | WNW 11 |
| kJ | 3 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | — | 4 | 5 | 24 | 22 | 8 | 20 | 6 | 11 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | NW 6 | WNW 10 | NW 7 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NW 8 |
| kJ | — | 20 | 246 | 100 | 211 | 233 | 187 | 270 | 335 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 28 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 236 | 0 | 45 | 289 | 45 | 45 | 744 | 45 | 24 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 18 | 18 | 642 | 20 | 22 | 732 | 18 |
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The above surf forecast table for Luz provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Luz can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Luz 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 (Luz) 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 Luz 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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