
Surf Forecasts:
Mavericks surf forecast from 11 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 15 Sep, 5AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 9s period, WNW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 14 Sep, 11PM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 9s period, WNW swell with 671 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 14 Sep, 5AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 8s period with WNW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Mavericks this week:
The surf forecast for Mavericks over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 14) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.4m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 13s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Mavericks in the next 16 days are 2.1m 9s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 14) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Mon 14th Sep) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Tue 15th Sep) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Mon 14th Sep) | 7ft (2.1m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Mavericks over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here with a look at the ol' forecast. It's been a bit quiet around here lately, and to be honest, this 16-day window is a tough one to read for Mavericks. We're looking at one of the most powerful, exposed reefs on the planet, and she needs everything to line up just right.
Right now, we've got a long wait ahead. The next week or so is looking pretty average. A lot of cross-onshore winds, which just mess with the lineup here. Through the 11th and 12th, there's some small, weak swell around 2ft to 3ft with a long 16-second period from the SW, but the wind is just not your friend. The energy is weak to moderate, reading between 329 and 551 (combined energy), but it's not going to ride clean. By the 13th, it gets a little lumpier with a fresh breeze out of the NW, and the swell jumps up to a quick, weak 4ft at 6 seconds from the WNW. Not what you want at a big-wave spot.
The middle of the week, from the 14th through the 18th, stays poor. We see some bigger numbers on the charts—like a 6ft swell on the 14th afternoon, with energy hitting 803 (moderate), but that wind is just ruining it. It's all cross-on or just onshore. It's messy, lumpy, and choppy. You wouldn't want to be out there for a paddle. With that consistent wind and the swell size, this setup is starting to look a lot more interesting for a kite surfer than a paddle surfer.
We finally see a bit of light on the horizon around the 23rd and 24th of September. On the 24th morning, we've got a glassy, clean window. The wind is almost nothing out of the W. The swell is a solid 6ft from the WNW, with a moderate 9-second period, and the energy is pumping hard at 691 (strong). That's the best the forecast gets for our zone. A glassy Mavericks with clean 6ft WNW groundswell—that's the one we're waiting for. It's advanced-only territory at that size, and you know the lineup is going to be heavy. It's about 13 days out, so plenty of time for the forecast to wobble, but that morning is the standout.
Before and after that, the 23rd afternoon shows a 6ft WSW swell with light winds, but it's rated as marginal. The 25th morning still has a decent 4ft WNW swell with a longer 11-second period, but the conditions aren't quite as perfect. It's a promise, not a certainty. The rest of the month fades back into small, weak, and wind-affected.
So, there you have it. A long, flat spell, then one real crack at it. Keep your eyes on that Thursday the 24th.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Fri morning, min 14°C on Fri morning). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the NW on Sat night, calm by Sun night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Mon afternoon, min 13°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | Sunday 13 | Monday 14 | Tuesday 15 | Wednesday 16 | Thursday 17 | |||||||||||||||
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) | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | WNW 6 | WNW 8 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | SW 17 | WNW 8 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 14 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
348 | 339 | 209 | 206 | 167 | 150 | 113 | 127 | 256 | 281 | 419 | 589 | 313 | 176 | 192 | 125 | 142 | 58 | 122 | 118 | 120 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | glassy |
High Tide | 11:37AM1.70m | 11:36PM1.68m | 12:07PM1.72m | 00:26AM1.55m | 12:36PM1.72m | 1:18AM1.42m | 1:05PM1.70m | 2:16AM1.29m | 1:38PM1.66m | 3:24AM1.18m | 2:15PM1.60m | 4:50AM1.12m | 3:02PM1.54m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 5:31PM0.30m | 5:45AM0.21m | 6:16PM0.22m | 6:20AM0.38m | 7:00PM0.17m | 6:55AM0.56m | 7:46PM0.16m | 7:33AM0.74m | 8:36PM0.17m | 8:16AM0.90m | 9:32PM0.21m | 9:12AM1.02m | 10:37PM0.24m | ||||||||
6:48 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | |
— | 7:23 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:21 | — | — | 7:19 | — | — | 7:17 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:15 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 16 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 19 | 20 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 14 |
Feels °C | 15 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 17 | 16 | 11 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 14 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 10 | WNW 7 | WNW 7 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | WNW 8 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | SSW 14 |
157 | 101 | 147 | 206 | 167 | 123 | 113 | 62 | 256 | 281 | 281 | 589 | 313 | 176 | 192 | 125 | 94 | 58 | 36 | 35 | 120 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | WSW 13 | WNW 11 | WNW 11 | WNW 10 | SW 19 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 17 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | WNW 8 |
348 | 339 | 209 | 35 | 23 | 22 | 19 | 58 | 61 | 44 | 77 | 77 | 67 | 64 | 39 | 87 | 142 | 30 | 122 | 118 | 24 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 7 | SSW 7 | WSW 15 | WNW 12 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | WSW 11 | WSW 11 | SW 19 | SW 18 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SSW 12 | W 13 | SSW 20 | WNW 12 | WNW 12 | WNW 11 | WNW 11 | SW 21 | SW 21 |
11 | 9 | 85 | 14 | 17 | 14 | 12 | 11 | 57 | 48 | 26 | 24 | 14 | 14 | 38 | 28 | 28 | 23 | 23 | 72 | 71 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | NW 7 | — | WNW 7 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | — | — | WNW 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | 102 | — | 110 | 122 | 150 | 99 | 127 | — | — | 419 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 35 | 73 | 39 | 74 | 76 | 72 | 74 | 76 | 2 | 26 | 73 | 35 | 35 | 71 | 21 | 5 | 109 | 5 | 35 | 130 | 0 |
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Information about the Mavericks Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Mavericks provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Mavericks can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Mavericks 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 (Mavericks) 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 Mavericks 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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