
Surf Forecasts:
Mavericks surf forecast from 2 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 4 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 9s period, WNW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 3 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 10s period, WNW swell with 746 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 4 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 9s 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 Tuesday (Aug 04) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 16s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Mavericks in the next 16 days are 2.0m 10s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 03) at 2AM. 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+) | 8AM (Tue 4th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 8AM (Tue 4th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Mon 3rd Aug) | 6.5ft (2.0m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Mavericks over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s get real about Mavericks. This is a world-class reef break that needs a serious WNW swell to fire, and the next 16 days are a real mixed bag. The water temp is about average for the time of year, so that’s one thing you don’t gotta worry about.
Right now, we’re looking at a bit of a slow start. The first real chance at anything rideable comes Sunday morning, August 2nd. There’s a 6 ft WNW swell rolling in with moderate energy, but it’s coming in with a light cross-onshore breeze. It’s gonna be a bit bumpy, and with the tide and conditions, it’s marginal at best. The shape will be so-so, so don’t expect any classic Mavericks walls.
Monday morning, August 3rd, is a similar story. The swell drops a touch to 5 ft, still from the WNW, but the wind is a cross-shore, creating a little chop. The energy is still moderate. It’s still a bit messy.
By Tuesday, August 4th, the swell is fading fast. 4 ft in the morning, dropping to 3 ft by afternoon, with the period shortening. The energy is getting weak. This is a no-go for any serious surfing.
And then we hit a real dry spell. From Wednesday, August 5th, all the way through to Saturday, August 8th, the swell is tiny. We’re talking 1 ft to 2 ft, with long periods from the SW, but it’s just not wrapping in properly. The energy is weak to low. The wind is mostly onshore or cross-onshore, making it choppy and poor. The water temp is normal, but it doesn’t matter because there’s nothing to ride. This is a gap of several days with absolutely nothing.
Now, we get a little flicker of hope on Sunday, August 9th. The swell jumps back up to 5 ft from the WNW, with a period of 10 seconds. The energy is back to moderate, and the wind is light and onshore in the morning. It’s still a marginal call, with questionable tide conditions, but it’s the best we’ve seen in a week.
Monday, August 10th, keeps that little pulse going. 5 ft from the WNW in the morning, but the period drops to 9 seconds and the wind is a cross-onshore. It’s gonna be a bumpy, average session, but there’s a wave to be had.
After that, it’s back to the tiny stuff. From Tuesday, August 11th through to the end of the forecast on August 17th, it’s mostly 1 ft to 3 ft swells from the SW or WSW. The periods are long (14-19 seconds), but the energy is low to moderate. The wind is mostly cross-onshore or onshore, keeping things choppy and poor. A few mornings on August 16th and 17th show “marginal” conditions, but honestly, it’s not worth the paddle for a wave that’s barely breaking.
So, the standout moment? The morning of Sunday, August 9th, is your best bet. That 5 ft WNW swell with moderate energy, even with the light onshore wind, is the closest we get to a proper session. The morning of August 10th is a close second, but it’s a step down in quality. The rest of the time? It’s a flat spell for a break that needs a lot of juice. For the big wave crew, this is a waiting game.
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Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Sun afternoon, min 12°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Thu morning, min 12°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | ||||||||||||||
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) | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | SW 14 | SW 14 | WNW 8 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 18 | SW 19 | SW 16 |
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660 | 573 | 528 | 746 | 512 | 373 | 227 | 180 | 125 | 94 | 70 | 70 | 89 | 62 | 59 | 82 | 86 | 181 | 133 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 00:59AM1.52m | 2:12PM1.57m | 1:50AM1.37m | 2:44PM1.63m | 2:52AM1.22m | 3:20PM1.69m | 4:13AM1.08m | 4:03PM1.75m | 5:57AM1.02m | 4:55PM1.80m | 7:41AM1.08m | 5:54PM1.85m | |||||||
Low Tide | 7:31AM0.12m | 8:06PM0.60m | 8:05AM0.27m | 9:03PM0.50m | 8:43AM0.46m | 10:07PM0.37m | 9:27AM0.65m | 11:17PM0.24m | 10:23AM0.82m | 00:29AM0.09m | 11:36AM0.95m | 1:36AM-0.06m | |||||||
— | 6:13 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | |
8:17 | — | 8:16 | — | — | 8:15 | — | — | 8:15 | — | — | 8:14 | — | — | 8:13 | — | — | 8:12 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 13 | 16 | 17 | 13 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 16 | 17 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 17 | 17 | 13 | 16 | 17 | 13 |
Feels °C | 12 | 15 | 15 | 11 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 16 | 13 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 12 | 15 | 15 | 11 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 5 | SW 19 | WNW 7 |
660 | 573 | 528 | 746 | 512 | 373 | 227 | 180 | 125 | 94 | 69 | 45 | 70 | 62 | 38 | 38 | 16 | 181 | 91 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 16 |
113 | 71 | 45 | 44 | 43 | 42 | 37 | 37 | 34 | 33 | 70 | 70 | 89 | 56 | 59 | 82 | 60 | 58 | 133 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 19 | S 10 | WSW 18 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | WNW 10 | NW 10 | SW 20 | SSW 20 | SSW 20 | SW 18 | SW 18 | NW 8 | SW 13 |
15 | 17 | 31 | 49 | 42 | 41 | 40 | 36 | 36 | 35 | 20 | 23 | 15 | 37 | 37 | 50 | 86 | 10 | 42 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | WNW 6 | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 18 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 35 | 35 | 419 | 35 | 5 | 242 | 5 | 5 | 76 | 5 | 35 | 145 | 0 | 35 | 48 | 35 | 71 | 74 | 35 |
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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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