Menakoz Surf Break

Lat Long: 43.40° N 2.99° W

Menakoz Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 7 am 13 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Menakoz sea temperature is
22.1°C
1.8° 

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


Menakoz surf forecast from 13 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Friday 18 Sep, 11PM (local time) - 8ft (2.4m), 14s period, NNW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 19 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 14s period, NNW swell with 2,448 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 13 Sep, 11PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 12s period with NNW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Menakoz this week:

The surf forecast for Menakoz over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Sep 13) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.4m and 12s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 3s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Menakoz in the next 16 days are 2.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Sep 19) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 3s period and expected on Saturday (Sep 19) at 8PM.

Wave TypeTime (CEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)11PM (Sun 13th Sep)4.5ft (1.4m) 12s
Best Surf11PM (Fri 18th Sep)8ft (2.4m) 14s
Most Powerful 2AM (Sat 19th Sep)8ft (2.5m) 14s

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


The Lowdown

Right then, let’s talk about what’s on offer around Menakoz. We’ve got a run of surf coming through, but it’s not all going to be firing. The first few days are a bit of a mixed bag, with clean conditions early on but not much size or quality to get truly excited about.

Sunday the 13th morning is a decent start – clean 4ft NW swell with a 13-second period and a cross-offshore breeze. The water is a touch warmer than normal at 72°, so that’s a nice bonus. That morning session is the best of the first few days. The afternoon goes downhill as the wind swings cross-on and the surf gets messy.

Monday the 14th morning is similar – clean 4ft NNW swell – but again, the afternoon goes off. Tuesday the 15th is a write-off: small, short-period swell and onshore winds. Wednesday the 16th brings rain and onshore wind, so don’t bother.

Thursday the 17th morning shows a little more size at 5ft NW swell, but with cross-on winds and only marginal quality, it’s not a standout. Friday the 18th afternoon sees a big jump in energy – a 4ft NNW swell with a 16-second period – but the wind is cross-on and conditions are only marginal. That long period does mean better-shaped waves if you can find a bank that handles it.

Now, the real standout is Saturday the 19th morning. This is the one. 7ft of NNW groundswell, 13-second period, and glassy conditions with a light SSE breeze. The combined energy is 1647 – that’s strong stuff. This is a reef break for experts only; that size is not for beginners. If you’ve got the skill, this is the session to aim for. Expect crowds, as it’s a spot that often gets busy.

Sunday the 20th morning is still clean with 5ft NNW swell, but it’s a step down from Saturday. Monday the 21st morning is another good one – 6ft NNW swell, glassy, and clean. That’s a solid option if you missed the weekend. The energy is 980, so moderate but with good potential.

After that, the second week drops off. Tuesday the 22nd onwards is mostly onshore winds and smaller swell. Wednesday the 23rd and Thursday the 24th are poor. Friday the 25th and Saturday the 26th are tiny – 2ft or less – with glassy conditions but hardly any energy. Sunday the 27th is flat. Monday the 28th shows a small pulse of 3ft NNW swell with a 14-second period, but cross-on winds keep it marginal.

So, the best bet is clear: Saturday the 19th morning at Menakoz. That’s your window. The Monday the 21st morning is a decent backup. After that, it’s slim pickings.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Warm (max 26°C on Mon afternoon, min 17°C on Sun morning). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 9mm), mostly falling on Wed morning. Warm (max 20°C on Fri afternoon, min 15°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Sunday
13
Monday
14
Tuesday
15
Wednesday
16
Thursday
17
Friday
18
Saturday
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Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
1.2
NW
13
1.4
NNW
12
1.4
NNW
12
1.2
NNW
12
1
NW
11
0.9
NW
10
0.7
NW
10
1.4
WNW
5
0.6
NW
11
1.3
NNW
7
1.4
NNW
9
1.4
NW
10
1.6
NW
11
1.5
NW
11
1.3
NW
10
1.4
NW
9
1.2
NNW
16
2.5
NNW
14
2.2
NNW
13
2
NNW
13
1.6
NNW
12
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
486
554
536
353
229
151
92
87
94
144
307
388
627
505
309
307
674
2448
1647
1289
734
Wind (km/h)
5
SE
15
NE
5
SSE
5
ESE
15
NE
5
SE
10
WNW
25
WNW
15
NW
10
NNW
20
NW
15
NNW
10
WNW
20
NW
10
W
10
W
10
N
5
SSW
5
SSE
10
NE
10
SE
Wind State
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cross-on
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cross-off
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off
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glassy
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High Tide
6:48PM3.91m
7:05AM3.70m
7:22PM3.69m
7:38AM3.53m
7:56PM3.42m
8:10AM3.31m
8:31PM3.12m
8:45AM3.06m
9:10PM2.82m
9:29AM2.80m
10:04PM2.55m
10:36AM2.58m
11:38PM2.38m
Low Tide
12:30PM0.02m
00:52AM0.07m
1:07PM0.15m
1:26AM0.29m
1:43PM0.37m
2:00AM0.56m
2:20PM0.64m
2:37AM0.86m
3:02PM0.94m
3:19AM1.15m
3:55PM1.22m
4:18AM1.40m
5:14PM1.42m
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7:48
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7:54
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8:25
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Temp °C
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23
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26
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18
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Feels °C
20
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24
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21
16
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Information about the Menakoz Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Menakoz provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Menakoz can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Menakoz 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 (Menakoz) 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 Menakoz 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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