
Surf Forecasts:
Menakoz surf forecast from 7 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 9 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 10s period, NW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 12 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 9s period, NW swell with 178 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 9 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 10s period with NW 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 Thursday (Jul 09) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 4s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Menakoz in the next 16 days are 1.1m 9s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 12) at 8PM. 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+) | 5AM (Thu 9th Jul) | 2ft (0.6m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Thu 9th Jul) | 2ft (0.6m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Sun 12th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Menakoz over the next 16 days.
Alright, surfers. Rusty here. Let's look at what we've got on the table for Menakoz. It’s a bit of a flat spell on the way, so don’t get your hopes up for any fireworks. We’re looking at a solid run of small, weak swells and mostly onshore or cross-onshore winds that'll keep things pretty ordinary. Buckle up for a long wait.
The water is sitting at a warm 74°, which is over 5° above the norm for this time of year. That's way unusual, so you can leave the steamer at home for this one.
We kick off on Tuesday the 7th of July with a tiny 2 ft NW swell (38 energy) and a 9 mph cross-onshore, making for choppy conditions. It's pretty much a no-go from there. Wednesday the 8th stays flat with a 1.0 ft NW swell (36 energy) and glassy calm winds on the afternoon, but the wave height just isn't there.
We’re looking at a long gap here. Through Thursday the 9th, Friday the 10th, and right into the second week, the swell stays below 3 ft. The combined swell energy remains weak, mostly below 100 (88 on the 10th afternoon is the highest in this stretch). Winds are variable but never truly offshore, with a lot of light cross-onshore or onshore breezes. You’ll get glassy conditions on the mornings of July 17th, 18th, 19th, and 21st, but the swell is just too small to ride. On Saturday the 12th we have a clean, cross-offshore wind in the morning but again, only 2 ft on offer.
The only faint glimmer is on Friday the 17th of July. The morning shows a 3 ft WNW swell (69 energy) with glassy conditions. It’s surfable but very ordinary.
Honestly, over these 16 days, there’s no standout. The swell never cracks 3 ft, and the wind is rarely on our side. For an expert reef break that needs a decent push, this is a complete dud. If you’re desperate for a paddle, maybe the 17th morning is your best bet, but don’t expect much.
Rusty out.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Thu night. Warm (max 25°C on Thu afternoon, min 19°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 29°C on Sun morning, min 18°C on Mon morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 8 | Thursday 9 | Friday 10 | Saturday 11 | Sunday 12 | Monday 13 | Tue 14 | |||||||||||||||
Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 5 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 10 | WNW 9 | NNW 12 | NW 11 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | WNW 5 | WNW 7 | WNW 7 | NNW 6 | NW 8 | N 4 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
23 | 17 | 16 | 54 | 76 | 55 | 54 | 41 | 74 | 52 | 55 | 59 | 98 | 57 | 132 | 47 | 64 | 31 | 13 | 9 | 6 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | off | cross | cross-on | glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | on |
High Tide | 10:28PM3.14m | 11:05AM2.95m | 11:30PM3.07m | 12:12PM2.96m | 00:42AM3.06m | 1:23PM3.06m | 1:58AM3.13m | 2:33PM3.24m | 3:07AM3.29m | 3:35PM3.47m | 4:09AM3.47m | 4:32PM3.72m | 5:04AM3.63m | 5:24PM3.93m | |||||||
Low Tide | 4:50AM0.80m | 5:13PM0.95m | 5:52AM0.85m | 6:22PM0.94m | 7:01AM0.83m | 7:35PM0.83m | 8:09AM0.74m | 8:44PM0.63m | 9:12AM0.59m | 9:46PM0.38m | 10:09AM0.41m | 10:43PM0.15m | 11:02AM0.24m | ||||||||
— | 6:39 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:43 | — | |
9:53 | — | — | 9:53 | — | — | 9:53 | — | — | 9:52 | — | — | 9:52 | — | — | 9:52 | — | — | 9:51 | — | 9:51 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 23 | 22 | 23 | 21 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 29 | 28 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 23 |
Feels °C | 23 | 23 | 24 | 22 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 23 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 23 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 5 | WNW 8 | NW 4 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | NW 11 | NW 10 | NW 10 | — | N 6 | WNW 7 | WNW 7 | NNW 6 | NNW 5 | N 4 |
23 | 6 | 9 | 54 | 76 | 55 | 54 | 41 | 74 | 52 | 27 | 59 | 98 | 57 | — | 20 | 64 | 31 | 13 | 5 | 6 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 8 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 4 | N 4 | NW 6 | WNW 5 | NW 5 | NW 5 | NNW 6 | NNW 12 | NW 8 | N 5 | NNE 5 | — | NW 9 | N 5 | NW 8 | NW 8 | WNW 5 | WNW 4 |
10 | 17 | 16 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 13 | 6 | 14 | 55 | 33 | 15 | 7 | — | 27 | 8 | 11 | 10 | 2 | 2 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 11 | W 8 | WNW 7 | — | — | — | — | NE 4 | NNE 4 | NNW 13 | NW 5 | N 5 | NW 6 | — | — | — | NW 9 | N 6 | N 10 | NW 8 | NW 12 |
5 | 1 | 5 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2 | 17 | 7 | 8 | 1 | — | — | — | 12 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 6 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | WNW 5 | — | — | — | — | WNW 2 | — | — | — | — | NNE 5 | — | — | NW 9 | WNW 5 | — | N 5 | NW 5 | — | — |
— | 14 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | 11 | — | — | 132 | 47 | — | 4 | 7 | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 766 | 26 | 437 | 86 | 1 | 24 | 24 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 24 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 37 | 24 | 86 | 240 | 321 |
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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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