Mavericks Surf Break

Lat Long: 37.50° N 122.50° W

Mavericks Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 4 pm 17 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Mavericks sea temperature is
15.8° C
2.3° 

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


Mavericks surf forecast from 18 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 20 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 16s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Friday 24 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 24s period, SW swell with 448 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 20 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 16s period with SSW 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 (Jul 20) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Mavericks in the next 16 days are 0.6m 24s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 24) at 11AM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives.

Wave TypeTime (PDT) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 5AM (Mon 20th Jul)2.5ft (0.8m) 16s
Best Surf 5AM (Mon 20th Jul)2.5ft (0.8m) 16s
Most Powerful11AM (Fri 24th Jul)2ft (0.6m) 24s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s take a close look at what’s coming up for Mavericks.

Overall, the next couple of weeks are a bit of a mixed bag. We start with a period of poor conditions, and the real standout doesn't show up until the end of the run. It’s a classic case of waiting it out for the good stuff.

We kick off with a bit of swell on Friday, July 17th, but don’t get excited. The morning sees a 6ft swell from the WNW, but the wind is on it and the surf is poor. The wave energy is moderate (919). The water is sitting at a very unusual 60°F, which is much warmer than normal for this time of year. The afternoon drops to a tiny 2ft, and it’s crossed-up. The whole first weekend is pretty much a write-off with small, inconsistent swells and onshore winds.

The first real glimmer of hope comes on Monday, July 20th, in the morning. We’ve got a 2ft SW groundswell (16-second period) and the wind goes glassy. That’s the key here. The wave energy is weak (261), but clean conditions on a spot like this? Worth a look for a few little ones. The rest of that week stays small and marginal, with onshore and cross-shore winds messing things up.

The pattern starts to change around the end of the month. From July 27th onward, the swell starts to build. The energy is picking up, hitting over 1000 by Monday afternoon, but the wind is still a problem, keeping it marginal. By Thursday, July 30th, we see a 7ft WNW swell, but it’s a short period of 9 seconds, and the wind is on it. It’s a messy, powerful lump.

Now, the real standout for the whole outlook is a few days later. On the morning of Saturday, August 1st, we have a 5ft WNW swell. The wave energy is still strong (622). The wind is cross-shore, but it’s a gentle breeze, keeping it cleaner than anything else around. The swell direction matches the optimum for Mavericks, and while it’s not massive, it’s the best combination of size and manageable wind we’ve seen. This is a solid, experienced surfer's session. The afternoon cleans up even more, with a 5ft WNW and offshore wind, but the energy drops off a bit.

So, the pick of the litter is Saturday, August 1st. The morning offers the best blend of size and condition. It’s a long way out, so keep an eye on it, but it’s the one to circle on the calendar.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Mon morning, min 11°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Tue afternoon, min 14°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light.

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W
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17
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18
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11
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
219
185
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172
165
297
214
201
245
382
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419
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158
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180
168
237
Wind (km/h)
20
WNW
10
NW
10
W
15
WNW
10
NW
10
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15
WNW
5
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10
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SSW
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High Tide
2:23PM1.59m
1:33AM1.63m
3:02PM1.63m
2:32AM1.41m
3:42PM1.66m
3:40AM1.21m
4:22PM1.67m
5:05AM1.06m
5:04PM1.67m
6:50AM1.01m
5:49PM1.67m
8:25AM1.06m
6:36PM1.68m
Low Tide
7:54PM0.65m
8:14AM-0.04m
8:58PM0.58m
8:56AM0.18m
10:05PM0.49m
9:40AM0.41m
11:14PM0.40m
10:29AM0.62m
00:22AM0.29m
11:25AM0.80m
1:25AM0.19m
12:30PM0.93m
2:19AM0.09m
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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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