Mavericks Surf Break

Lat Long: 37.50° N 122.50° W

Mavericks Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 4 pm 11 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Mavericks sea temperature is
17.3° C
2.8° 

Mavericks surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Mavericks surf forecast from 12 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 18 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 14s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 15 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 17s period, SW swell with 434 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 18 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 14s period with SW 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 Tuesday (Aug 18) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Mavericks in the next 16 days are 0.9m 17s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 15) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.2m 10s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 16) at 5PM.

Wave TypeTime (PDT) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 2AM (Tue 18th Aug)2ft (0.6m) 14s
Best Surf 2AM (Tue 18th Aug)2ft (0.6m) 14s
Most Powerful 8AM (Sat 15th Aug)3ft (0.9m) 17s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Mavericks over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright folks, this is Rusty, and unfortunately, I’ve got to be straight with you – the outlook for the next 16 days here at Mavericks is a real heartbreaker.

Right now, and for the vast majority of the period, the surf is going to be a mess. The combination of swell energy is moderate at best, sitting around 300 to 400 (combined energy), but the wind is consistently coming from the wrong direction. We’re looking at cross-onshore and onshore breezes, which is going to keep the surface chopped up and sloppy. The water is a notably warm 63°F for this time of year, but that's about the only thing that's comfortable.

There’s a long, long stretch of poor conditions from the start. We're talking day after day of nothing worth paddling out for. The swell is inconsistent, often undersized, and when a little pulse shows up, the wind ruins it. For a place like Mavericks, which is a serious, exposed reef, this is a tough run.

You’ll have to wait until the very end of the forecast window for any glimmer of hope. On August 26th (Wednesday morning), we finally see a pulse of swell from the WNW at 4ft, with a short period of 8 seconds. The energy jumps up to 478 (combined energy), and by the afternoon, it’s looking a bit more promising. The swell builds to 5ft from the WNW, and the energy spikes to a strong 882 (combined energy). Now, the wind is still cross-onshore, so it won't be perfect, but it’s the only time in the whole run where the wave size and direction are actually pointing in the right direction. That late August window is the only one to watch, but it’s a long way off and the wind is still a question mark.

This is a brutal stretch. The whole setup looks more interesting for a kite session than a paddle session for most of it. Hang tight, the forecasts can change, but right now, it’s a waiting game.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Wed morning, min 12°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Mon morning, min 13°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light.

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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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9
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WNW
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1.2
WNW
9
1.2
WNW
9
1.2
WNW
8
1.2
WNW
8
1.1
WNW
8
0.6
SW
15
0.4
SW
20
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18
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SSW
18
0.9
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17
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16
0.9
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16
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0.9
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14
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SW
14
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SW
14
0.6
SW
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
184
184
217
199
176
176
176
149
106
161
211
400
268
367
358
276
305
251
214
167
Wind (km/h)
15
SW
15
SSW
15
S
15
SW
10
SSW
20
SW
20
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10
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10
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15
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10
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High Tide
9:56PM2.03m
11:48AM1.54m
10:48PM1.98m
12:24PM1.60m
11:39PM1.88m
12:58PM1.65m
00:30AM1.72m
1:31PM1.68m
1:22AM1.54m
2:05PM1.69m
2:20AM1.35m
2:40PM1.68m
3:28AM1.19m
Low Tide
4:01PM0.79m
5:00AM-0.32m
4:54PM0.68m
5:41AM-0.24m
5:45PM0.58m
6:20AM-0.11m
6:37PM0.49m
6:58AM0.06m
7:28PM0.43m
7:35AM0.26m
8:23PM0.38m
8:13AM0.47m
9:21PM0.35m
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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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