Mavericks Surf Break

Lat Long: 37.50° N 122.50° W

Mavericks Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 4 am 25 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Mavericks sea temperature is
16.4° C
2.4° 

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


Mavericks surf forecast from 25 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 1 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 14s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 27 Jul, 5PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 19s period, SW swell with 700 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 1 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 14s 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 Saturday (Aug 01) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 1.2m 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 1.0m 19s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 27) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.

Wave TypeTime (PDT) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 8AM (Sat 1st Aug)3ft (0.9m) 14s
Best Surf 8AM (Sat 1st Aug)3ft (0.9m) 14s
Most Powerful 5PM (Mon 27th Jul)3.5ft (1.0m) 19s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s take a look at what’s coming down the line for us.

Honestly, the next week and a half is a bit of a grind. There’s a long stretch of pretty poor surf starting from the get-go. From Saturday the 25th of July right through to the end of the month, it’s basically a write-off at Mavericks. We’re looking at tiny 2ft to 3ft swell with cross-onshore winds and choppy conditions. The water's sitting at a balmy 62°, which is much warmer than normal for this time of year – that’s about 4° above average, which is pretty notable. But don't get too excited, because the surf just isn't there. The combined energy is moderate (656), but with that onshore breeze, it’s not worth paddling out.

There’s a glimmer of hope around Wednesday the 29th of July. The swell bumps up to 7ft from the WNW, but the period is a short 8 seconds. It’s still a bit messy, but the wind goes offshore (onshore) in the morning with a light breeze, making it the most interesting window in a while. The energy jumps to strong (1216), and if you’re an expert who can handle a bit of closeout, that Wednesday morning is the closest thing to a decent session we’ve got in the near term. It won’t be classic Mavericks, but it’s the best we’ve seen in days.

After that, the conditions start to degrade again, with winds shifting back onshore. Thursday the 30th has a similar setup with 6ft and a short period, but it’s not going to get much better. Then from Friday the 31st onwards, the swell drops off a cliff, and we’re back to small, weak waves with cross-onshore winds. The combined energy dips into the 100s by the end of the first week of August, and it’s honestly a poor run.

The standout, if you can call it that, is Wednesday the 29th of July morning. The WNW swell direction is what this reef wants, and the light offshore breeze could clean it up. But it’s a short-period, mushy kind of energy. For advanced chargers only – this isn’t beginner territory. Expect crowds to be possible, even when it’s marginal, because it’s Mavericks. It’s a consistent spot, but the quality just isn’t there for anyone else.

Overall, it’s a quiet 16 days. Don’t rush out for anything unless you’re a die-hard and that Wednesday morning looks like a gamble worth taking. Forecasts can change, but right now, it’s a waiting game.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

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

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

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

Saturday
25
Sunday
26
Monday
27
Tuesday
28
Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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0.8
SW
21
0.7
SW
21
0.9
SW
20
0.9
SW
19
0.8
SW
19
0.8
SW
18
0.9
SW
18
1
SW
19
1.8
NW
7
0.9
SW
18
1
SW
18
0.9
SW
17
2
WNW
8
0.9
SW
16
2
WNW
8
1.8
WNW
8
1.7
WNW
8
0.8
SSW
15
0.9
SSW
14
0.9
SSW
14
0.9
SSW
15
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
548
445
634
627
441
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534
700
331
510
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470
513
402
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455
394
257
301
297
305
Wind (km/h)
20
NW
20
NW
15
WNW
20
WNW
20
NW
20
NW
20
WNW
20
NW
25
NW
25
NW
20
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20
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15
WNW
20
NW
15
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15
WNW
20
WNW
15
NW
15
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20
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Wind State
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High Tide
10:22AM1.22m
8:12PM1.72m
11:00AM1.27m
8:56PM1.75m
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
Low Tide
2:30PM1.02m
3:48AM-0.05m
3:19PM1.01m
4:25AM-0.10m
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
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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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