
Surf Forecasts:
Makaha surf forecast from 15 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 16 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 13s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 16 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 13s period, SSW swell with 796 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 16 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 13s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Makaha this week:
The surf forecast for Makaha over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 16) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.4m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 12s. Another secondary swell of 0.4m and 4s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Makaha in the next 16 days are 1.5m 13s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 16) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (-05) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Thu 16th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 1AM (Thu 16th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 13s |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Thu 16th Jul) | 5ft (1.5m) 13s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Makaha over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, it’s Rusty here. Let’s talk about what’s on offer for the next couple of weeks.
To be straight with you, the long-range forecast for this area is a bit of a mixed bag. We’re looking at a solid run of small to moderate SSW and SW swell, but the wind is the main character here, and it’s not always playing nice. The water is running at a very unusual 70°F at the start, which is a good 7° warmer than normal for this time of year – you’ll be leaving the wetsuit at home, that’s for sure.
The first real window of opportunity is on Thursday, July 24th. The morning session at Makaha has a solid 7ft of SSW swell with a 14-second period, which is a proper groundswell. The combined energy is very strong at 1968, but the size is pushing into expert-only territory. The vibe is clean with a light offshore WSW wind, which is a big tick for a reef break like this. It’s going to be a standout for the experienced crew, but the crowds are likely given the quality.
Before that, we have to grind through a long stretch from now until the 23rd of July. The swell hangs around 4ft to 5ft, but the wind is consistently cross-on or cross-shore from the south, keeping the surf pretty choppy and messy. It’s not a total washout, but it’s marginal. You’ll find a few small, workable waves, but nothing to get excited about for a dedicated paddle session.
After the big Thursday morning, the swell drops back but stays rideable. On Friday, July 25th, the morning looks clean again with a light offshore WSW wind and a 5ft SSW swell. The energy is moderate at 860, and that 12-second period will give you some nice shape. It’s a better option for the average surfer than the previous day.
Looking further ahead to the end of the month, there’s another pulse. On Tuesday, July 29th, we see a 5ft SW groundswell with a 15-second period pushing in, and a very light offshore WSW wind. The combined energy is strong at 1062. This is a long-range call, so keep an eye on it, but it could be a clean, powerful day at Makaha if the wind holds.
The following days on the 30th of July keep the 5ft to 6ft SSW swell going, but the wind shifts to a light cross-on, making it a little less clean than the Tuesday.
Overall, the standout is definitely the morning of Thursday, July 24th for the big, clean groundswell, but it’s for experts only. The Friday, July 25th morning is the best bet for the rest of us, offering a good balance of size and clean conditions.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Wed afternoon, min 17°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Mon afternoon, min 17°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | |||||||||||||||
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) | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 11 | SSW 11 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
647 | 679 | 711 | 796 | 772 | 668 | 551 | 419 | 239 | 341 | 335 | 366 | 304 | 222 | 273 | 527 | 529 | 503 | 551 | 594 | 437 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | cross | cross |
High Tide | 6:21PM0.58m | 7:30AM1.08m | 7:21PM0.59m | 8:15AM1.04m | 8:22PM0.60m | 8:58AM0.97m | 9:26PM0.61m | 9:39AM0.88m | 10:35PM0.63m | 10:20AM0.78m | 11:48PM0.65m | 11:01AM0.68m | 1:05AM0.68m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 1:22PM0.23m | 00:20AM-0.02m | 2:10PM0.21m | 1:10AM0.04m | 2:57PM0.20m | 2:02AM0.13m | 3:43PM0.20m | 2:56AM0.24m | 4:29PM0.20m | 3:59AM0.34m | 5:15PM0.20m | 5:19AM0.42m | 6:01PM0.21m | ||||||||
6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | |
— | 5:58 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:59 | — | — | 5:59 | — | — | 5:59 | — | — | 5:59 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 19 | 20 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 18 |
Feels °C | 19 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 20 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 16 | 19 | 17 | 16 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 11 | SSW 11 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 |
647 | 679 | 711 | 796 | 772 | 668 | 551 | 419 | 239 | 341 | 335 | 366 | 304 | 216 | 273 | 527 | 529 | 503 | 551 | 594 | 437 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 12 | W 12 | W 12 | SW 22 | SW 21 | SW 21 | S 6 | SSW 18 | SSW 13 | S 5 | SSW 15 | SSW 5 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 10 | S 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 11 | W 19 |
3 | 3 | 3 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 1 | 34 | 109 | 20 | 148 | 8 | 99 | 222 | 35 | 14 | 35 | 50 | 43 | 12 | 29 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SW 20 | — | — | SW 21 | W 11 | W 11 | S 6 | W 11 | SW 16 | S 5 | SSW 15 | SSW 11 | SW 16 | SSW 12 | W 22 | W 21 | W 21 | W 20 | W 20 | SW 19 |
— | 16 | — | — | 17 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 67 | 13 | 84 | 40 | 40 | 58 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 32 | 30 | 14 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | S 4 | — | S 7 | S 3 | S 4 | S 4 | S 4 | — | — | — | — | — | SSW 4 | — | SSW 4 | S 4 | — | S 6 | S 6 |
— | — | 5 | — | 8 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 14 | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | — | 7 | 9 | — | 40 | 78 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 6 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 33 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 33 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 5 |
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Information about the Makaha Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Makaha provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Makaha can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Makaha 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 (Makaha) 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 Makaha 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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