Mocambique Surf Break

Lat Long: 27.52° S 48.42° W

Mocambique Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 8 am 23 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Mocambique sea temperature is
19.6°C
0.8° 

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


Mocambique surf forecast from 23 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 23 Aug, 6PM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 12s period, S swell with onshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 24 Aug, 12AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 14s period, S swell with 2,357 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 23 Aug, 6PM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 12s period with S swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Mocambique this week:

The surf forecast for Mocambique over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 23) at 6PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.1m and 12s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be onshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Mocambique in the next 16 days are 2.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 24) at 12AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 6s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 26) at 9PM.

Wave TypeTime (-03) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 6PM (Sun 23rd Aug)7ft (2.1m) 12s
Best Surf 6PM (Sun 23rd Aug)7ft (2.1m) 12s
Most Powerful12AM (Mon 24th Aug)8ft (2.5m) 14s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for the Mocambique stretch.

The week starts off a bit rough, but there’s a solid window of good surf heading our way. The water is sitting at 67°, which is about average for this time of year, so nothing wild there.

Sunday the 23rd is a write-off, honestly. We’ve got a 5ft south swell with a weak 11 second period, but the wind is all wrong, and the wave energy is a moderate 633 – it’s just not coming together. It does look a bit cleaner on Sunday afternoon, but the wind switches onshore, and the swell jumps to 7ft, so it’s messy.

Monday the 24th is a standout, but it’s not for everyone. The swell pumps up to 8ft from the SSE with a long 14 second period and very strong energy of 2153. That’s a lot of water. The morning has light cross-shore winds, making it look clean, but at that size, it’s only for experienced surfers. It’s too big for beginners. The long period groundswell will be lining up nicely, but it might be a bit woolly at the beach break.

Tuesday the 25th is the real sweet spot. The swell drops to a more manageable 6ft from the south, with a long 13 second period. The morning is glassy – absolutely pristine conditions – and the energy is a moderate 959. This is the best session of the week. The afternoon holds with light cross-offshore winds, so you can surf all day. If you can only get one session, make it Tuesday morning.

Wednesday the 26th brings a bigger pulse again – 7ft from the SSE with a very long 15 second period and strong energy of 1927. That’s a proper groundswell, and it’s going to be powerful. The winds are clean cross-offshore, but that size is pushing into expert territory. The long period will make it better for a point or reef, but if you’re a skilled surfer on a big board, you’ll be on it.

Thursday the 27th is another good day. The swell drops back to 5ft with a 13 second period, and the wind is light and clean. The energy is 983, so it’s got some push. This is a solid, fun day for intermediates.

Friday the 28th sees the swell switch direction to the ENE with a short 8 second period. The energy drops to 539, and the wind is cross-off but blowing 12 mph. It’s a bit junky and not the best quality.

Saturday the 29th and Sunday the 30th are poor. The wind turns onshore and the swell is weak and short period. Not worth paddling out.

Monday the 31st is a glassy morning with a 6ft east swell and a 10 second period. The energy is 545, and the conditions are clean. It’s a good, solid session for a Monday morning.

The first few days of September look rough. Tuesday 1st and Wednesday 2nd have strong, messy winds and big, lumpy swell. The size hits 10ft on Tuesday afternoon with a short period, and the wind is a fresh 19 mph onshore. That’s a kite-surfing setup, not a paddle session.

Thursday 3rd and Friday 4th are marginal. The swell drops back to 6ft from the SSE, but the wind is cross or onshore. The best of the next week is Saturday 6th – a 5ft ESE swell with a 11 second period, light cross-offshore winds, and clean conditions. The energy is 597, and it’s a good, fun wave. That’s your pick for the second week.

Sunday 7th is also decent, with a 5ft swell and clean cross-offshore winds, but it’s a bit smaller.

So, the standout is Tuesday morning, 25th August – glassy, clean, and a solid 6ft south swell. The other good option is Saturday 6th September for a clean, fun session in the second week.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Tue afternoon, min 11°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Wed night. Warm (max 21°C on Fri afternoon, min 16°C on Wed morning). Wind will be generally light.

Sunday
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Height (m)
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Period (s)
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S
11
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12
2.5
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14
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SSE
14
2.3
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14
1.9
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13
1.7
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1.6
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12
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1.6
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
617
1213
2357
2148
2012
1308
957
876
653
1927
1900
1484
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606
278
424
560
468
434
413
517
Wind (km/h)
10
SSW
15
SE
10
SSW
5
SSW
15
SE
0
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5
SSE
10
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5
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10
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10
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20
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15
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5
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High Tide
12:47PM0.75m
11:56PM0.60m
1:07PM0.80m
00:24AM0.69m
1:29PM0.84m
00:49AM0.77m
1:51PM0.87m
1:16AM0.83m
2:12PM0.88m
1:43AM0.89m
2:34PM0.87m
2:12AM0.92m
2:58PM0.85m
2:44AM0.92m
Low Tide
6:42PM0.38m
6:12AM0.13m
7:03PM0.34m
6:50AM0.06m
7:27PM0.30m
7:24AM0.00m
7:52PM0.27m
7:57AM-0.03m
8:18PM0.26m
8:30AM-0.04m
8:45PM0.25m
9:04AM-0.01m
9:11PM0.25m
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5:55
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Temp °C
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Information about the Mocambique Surf forecast

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