
Surf Forecasts:
Maconde surf forecast from 17 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 20 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 15s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 24 Sep, 4AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 19s period, S swell with 2,357 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 20 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 15s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Maconde this week:
The surf forecast for Maconde over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Sep 20) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 9s. Another secondary swell of 1.1m and 6s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Maconde in the next 16 days are 1.8m 19s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Sep 24) at 4AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.2m 8s period and expected on Thursday (Sep 17) at 7AM.
| Wave Type | Time (+04) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Sun 20th Sep) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 15s |
| Best Surf | 1AM (Sun 20th Sep) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 15s |
| Most Powerful | 4AM (Thu 24th Sep) | 6ft (1.8m) 19s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Maconde over the next 16 days.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Fri morning, min 20°C on Wed night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Mon morning. Warm (max 24°C on Mon morning, min 21°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 17 | Friday 18 | Saturday 19 | Sunday 20 | Monday 21 | Tuesday 22 | ||||||||||||||
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) | S 14 | S 13 | SSE 12 | S 12 | S 12 | SSE 11 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | S 13 | SSW 16 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
3060 | 1807 | 793 | 942 | 723 | 486 | 224 | 306 | 375 | 424 | 459 | 428 | 394 | 437 | 1117 | 635 | 596 | 623 | 870 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 3:01AM0.48m | 2:52PM0.56m | 3:19AM0.41m | 3:05PM0.51m | 3:29AM0.35m | 2:56PM0.46m | 12:06PM0.44m | 9:38PM0.44m | 11:25AM0.48m | 10:16PM0.51m | 11:20AM0.54m | 10:43PM0.58m | |||||||
Low Tide | 8:29AM0.26m | 9:36PM0.24m | 8:15AM0.30m | 10:14PM0.30m | 7:10AM0.32m | 4:15AM0.28m | 4:38PM0.39m | 4:28AM0.23m | 4:35PM0.33m | 4:47AM0.17m | 4:54PM0.28m | ||||||||
— | 6:05 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | |
— | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:06 | — | — | 6:06 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 |
Feels °C | 16 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 20 | 20 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 14 | S 13 | SSE 12 | S 12 | S 12 | SSE 11 | SE 10 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | S 13 | SSW 16 |
3060 | 1807 | 793 | 942 | 723 | 486 | 188 | 306 | 375 | 424 | 459 | 428 | 394 | 437 | 1117 | 635 | 596 | 623 | 870 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | NE 10 | SSW 13 | NE 10 | SSW 20 | SW 18 | SSW 11 | SE 14 | SSE 14 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSE 6 | S 9 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SW 12 |
— | 4 | 451 | 15 | 37 | 150 | 95 | 8 | 20 | 46 | 30 | 30 | 123 | 407 | 27 | 168 | 180 | 524 | 212 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | NNE 6 | N 10 | NNE 5 | NE 10 | SW 17 | NE 11 | NE 10 | SE 13 | NE 10 | NE 10 | SE 10 | SSE 10 | S 10 | SE 6 | — | S 8 | S 7 |
— | — | 3 | 2 | 3 | 17 | 224 | 4 | 4 | 44 | 4 | 4 | 28 | 10 | 17 | 32 | — | 63 | 40 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | SE 10 | SE 9 | SE 6 | SE 7 | SE 6 | SSE 6 | SSE 6 | — | E 8 | ESE 6 | ESE 7 | SSE 7 |
623 | 541 | 463 | 460 | 358 | 317 | 324 | 216 | 190 | 91 | 128 | 91 | 80 | 65 | — | 90 | 35 | 139 | 90 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 194 | 222 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 222 | 7 | 7 | 14 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 7 |
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Information about the Maconde Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Maconde provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Maconde can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Maconde 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 (Maconde) 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 Maconde 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.
Are you planning a holiday in Mauritius? If you are looking for accommodation near Maconde, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in Mauritius, consider staying in Vacoas which is 25 km (16 miles) away. Other places in and around Mauritius where you can find information about places to rent, and car hire include Curepipe which is 26 km (16 miles) away, Quatre Bornes, Beau Bassin and Saint Pierre.










