Mavericks Surf Break

Lat Long: 37.50° N 122.50° W

Mavericks Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 4 am 27 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Mavericks sea temperature is
15.8° C
1.9° 

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


Mavericks surf forecast from 27 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 3 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 10s period, WNW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 2 Aug, 5PM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 10s period, WNW swell with 983 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 3 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 10s 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 (Aug 03) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.8m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 13s. 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 2.3m 10s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 02) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 15s period and expected on Thursday (Jul 30) at 5PM.

Wave TypeTime (PDT) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 8AM (Mon 3rd Aug)6ft (1.8m) 10s
Best Surf 8AM (Mon 3rd Aug)6ft (1.8m) 10s
Most Powerful 5PM (Sun 2nd Aug)7.5ft (2.3m) 10s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get into it. We’ve got a 16-day window for Mavericks, and honestly, it’s a mixed bag. The opening days are a write-off, so we’re looking at a long wait for anything decent.

The first few days are a total bust. Monday the 27th to Wednesday the 29th of July are all poor surf conditions with cross-onshore winds chopping everything up. The combined energy is moderate (667 to 1045), but the wind is just ruining it. You’re better off waiting.

The first real glimmer comes on Thursday the 30th of July. We see a pulse of swell push in, with a 7ft swell from the WNW, but the period is short, just 8 seconds. That’s a windswell, and it’s going to be a bit crumbly and disorganised. The combined energy is strong (1268), but the cross-onshore wind will make it a battle. Still, it’s the best we’ve seen.

From there, the pattern is a lot of waiting. Most mornings through the first week of August offer light onshore winds, but the swell is inconsistent. The period is short, generally 8-10 seconds, which keeps the waves weak. The combined energy stays moderate (486 to 691). The weekend of the 2nd and 3rd of August sees a bit more size, with a 6ft to 7ft WNW swell, but the wind is either cross-on or light onshore, so the quality is lacking.

The standout, if you can call it that, is looking like the morning of Sunday the 2nd of August. There’s a 6ft swell from the WNW with a 9-second period, and the wind is light onshore from the west. It’s the only morning with a score of 2/10, meaning it’s marginal. The combined energy is moderate (691). It’s big for Mavericks, but the short period and poor wind mean it’s only for experts. The long period stuff (14-17 seconds) that shows up later in the window is just too small (1ft to 3ft) to do anything.

Honestly, if you’re a kite surfer, the afternoon of the 2nd of August might be your window with the 7ft swell and cross-onshore wind, but for paddle surfing, it’s a tough watch. The second week of August fades into tiny, weak swells.

So, best on offer? It’s the morning of Sunday the 2nd of August. It’s not pretty, but it’s the only window with a bit of size and a light wind. The rest of the 16 days are a washout for the most part.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Mon afternoon, min 13°C on Mon morning). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Fri afternoon, min 12°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Monday
27
Tuesday
28
Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
31
Saturday
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17
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16
1.9
WNW
8
2.1
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8
1.7
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1.7
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0.8
SSW
14
0.7
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1.6
WNW
8
1.5
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8
1.7
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8
2.2
WNW
9
1.9
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2.3
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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700
251
510
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470
386
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601
352
392
236
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370
764
633
983
892
Wind (km/h)
20
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20
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20
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20
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20
NW
10
WNW
10
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25
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20
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High Tide
11:32AM1.30m
9:38PM1.78m
12:01PM1.33m
10:17PM1.79m
12:27PM1.36m
10:56PM1.77m
12:52PM1.40m
11:35PM1.73m
1:18PM1.45m
00:15AM1.64m
1:44PM1.50m
00:59AM1.52m
2:12PM1.57m
1:50AM1.37m
Low Tide
4:01PM0.98m
4:58AM-0.13m
4:38PM0.95m
5:29AM-0.14m
5:15PM0.90m
5:59AM-0.13m
5:52PM0.85m
6:29AM-0.09m
6:32PM0.78m
6:59AM-0.01m
7:16PM0.70m
7:31AM0.12m
8:06PM0.60m
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Feels °C
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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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