
Surf Forecasts:
Menakoz surf forecast from 1 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 7 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 9s period, NNW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 6 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 9s period, NNW swell with 141 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 7 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 9s 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 Friday (Aug 07) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 10s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Menakoz in the next 16 days are 0.9m 9s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 06) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8AM (Fri 7th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 8AM (Fri 7th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 2PM (Thu 6th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Menakoz over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a proper look at what Menakoz has in store for us over the next couple of weeks. I’ve got to be straight with you – it’s a pretty quiet run for this reef, especially for the more experienced crew.
Looking at the whole 16-day window, most of the time the waves are just too small or the conditions are messy. We’ve got a long gap of poor quality until we see anything worthwhile.
Let’s start with the first bit of surf that’s actually worth paddling out for. Friday, 7th August is where we get our first real chance. Early morning the wind is glassy, calm as can be, and the swell comes up to 3ft from the NNW with a period of 9 seconds. The combined energy is at 149 – moderate, but for this spot it’s something. It’s an expert-only reef break, and with the wind glassy, the surface will be clean. The water temp at Menakoz is about average for this time of year, nothing wild. That morning is the standout of the first week.
After Friday morning, things drop off again. The weekend mostly stays small and sloppy with onshore breezes. There’s a bit of a spike coming through on Monday, 17th August morning. The swell bumps up to 5ft out of the NW, period 9 seconds, and the combined energy jumps to 287 – that’s strong wave energy for this stretch. The wind is light cross-onshore, so it won’t be perfect, but it’s the most size we’ll see all forecast. It’s still only a marginal call though.
Honestly, the pick of the bunch is that Friday morning session. Glassy conditions and a 3ft NNW swell – it’s small but clean. For a reef that needs the right direction (optimum is NNW), this lines up. Just remember crowds are often here, so don’t expect to have it to yourself.
We’re looking at a long, quiet stretch, but that one Friday morning is your window. After that, keep an eye on Monday the 17th for a bit more power, but it won’t be as clean.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Tue afternoon, min 18°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 11mm), heaviest on Thu afternoon. Warm (max 23°C on Tue night, min 18°C on Fri morning). 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 | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 6 | N 5 | N 6 | NW 6 | NW 7 | NW 7 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | NW 9 | WNW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 9 | NNW 8 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 |
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18 | 15 | 22 | 40 | 9 | 9 | 17 | 31 | 28 | 20 | 26 | 17 | 97 | 97 | 132 | 120 | 141 | 84 | 64 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | glassy | on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | on | on | cross | cross-on | on | on | on | cross-on | cross | glassy | cross-on | glassy |
High Tide | 7:34AM3.41m | 7:48PM3.63m | 8:09AM3.36m | 8:24PM3.53m | 8:47AM3.27m | 9:04PM3.38m | 9:31AM3.15m | 9:54PM3.19m | 10:26AM3.02m | 10:57PM3.00m | 11:37AM2.92m | 00:21AM2.90m | |||||||
Low Tide | 1:26AM0.30m | 1:34PM0.40m | 2:00AM0.35m | 2:10PM0.47m | 2:37AM0.45m | 2:50PM0.60m | 3:19AM0.61m | 3:38PM0.75m | 4:10AM0.79m | 4:38PM0.91m | 5:16AM0.96m | 5:55PM1.00m | |||||||
— | 7:01 | — | — | 7:03 | — | — | 7:03 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | |
9:34 | — | — | 9:32 | — | — | 9:31 | — | — | 9:30 | — | — | 9:29 | — | — | 9:28 | — | — | 9:27 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | 2 | 4 | 1 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 21 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 21 | 20 |
Feels °C | 22 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 19 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 6 | N 5 | N 6 | NW 6 | NNW 4 | NNW 4 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | NW 9 | WNW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 9 | NNW 8 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 |
18 | 15 | 22 | 40 | 7 | 3 | 17 | 31 | 28 | 20 | 26 | 15 | 97 | 97 | 132 | 120 | 141 | 84 | 64 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 7 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NNE 5 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NNW 4 | NNW 7 | NW 7 | — | NW 11 | NW 10 | — | — | — | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | NW 9 |
14 | 8 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 2 | — | 5 | 17 | — | — | — | 9 | 8 | 8 | 3 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | NNW 7 | NNW 4 | — | NW 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
8 | 8 | 8 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 5 | 2 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 4 | — | — | — | NNW 4 | NNE 4 | NNE 4 | — | — | NE 3 | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | 8 | 1 | 6 | — | — | 2 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1 | 67 | 472 | 52 | 237 | 237 | 140 | 124 | 496 | 240 | 278 | 86 | 65 | 24 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 24 | 0 |
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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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