Montoya Surf Break

Lat Long: 34.91° S 54.82° W

Montoya Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 2 pm 10 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Montoya sea temperature is
10.8° C
0.2° 

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


Montoya surf forecast from 11 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 11 Jul, 9AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 11s period, ESE swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 11 Jul, 12AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 11s period, ESE swell with 400 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 11 Jul, 9AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 11s period with ESE swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Montoya this week:

The surf forecast for Montoya over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 11) at 9AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 7s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Montoya in the next 16 days are 1.3m 11s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 11) 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 1.3m 6s period and expected on Thursday (Jul 16) at 9PM.

Wave TypeTime (-03) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 9AM (Sat 11th Jul)3ft (0.9m) 11s
Best Surf 9AM (Sat 11th Jul)3ft (0.9m) 11s
Most Powerful12AM (Sat 11th Jul)4.5ft (1.3m) 11s

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


G’day, I’m Rusty. Let’s break down what’s happening at Montoya over the next couple of weeks.

Right now, we’re in a dry spell that’ll last a few days. The first real chance to surf comes Saturday morning, July 11th. That’s your standout. We’ve got a clean 3-foot ESE swell with an 11-second period, and the wind is offshore from the NNW—light, around 6 mph. That’s going to be glassy. The water temp is about 51°F, which is normal for this time of year. The combined energy is moderate at 413, so there’s some punch. Montoya is a beach and point setup, and with that offshore breeze, it’ll be well shaped and clean. Crowds are possible, so keep that in mind. This is the one to go for.

Saturday afternoon stays clean with a cross-offshore breeze, but the swell period jumps to 14 seconds—a long-period groundswell. That’ll make the waves more powerful and lined up, and at a point break, it should work well. Energy is similar at 400. A solid backup if you miss the morning.

Sunday the 12th is a mess—strong cross-shore winds from the SW at 19 mph, lumpy and ugly. Monday the 13th has a clean morning with a 3-foot ESE swell, but the period is a short 7 seconds, so the waves will be weak and crumbly. Energy is low-moderate at 196. Surfable, but nothing to get excited about.

Tuesday the 14th and Wednesday the 15th offer small, clean swells around 2 to 3 feet, with periods of 8 to 10 seconds. Energy stays low to moderate. These are just average days—fine for a paddle if you’re keen, but not special.

From Thursday the 16th through to Tuesday the 21st of July, it’s a mixed bag. There’s a small window on Tuesday morning the 21st with a 4-foot SSE swell, 10-second period, and a light offshore from the north at 6 mph. Energy is moderate at 282, and it’s clean. That’s a decent option, but it’s a week and a half out, so keep it in mind.

After that, things get heavy. From Wednesday the 22nd, the swell jumps to 7 to 8 feet, with strong onshore winds and choppy conditions. Energy is strong to very strong, hitting 502 to 932. That’s a lot of water, but the wind is junk—mostly cross-on and onshore. For a beach and point setup, this is more for kite surfers than paddle surfers. The period is short, around 7 to 8 seconds, so it’ll be a messy, churning mess. Not for beginners—this is expert-only, and even then, it’s not great.

The last few days, from the 23rd to the 25th, are similar: big swell, strong winds, poor quality. Energy stays high, but the conditions are trash. If you’re a hardcore charger, maybe there’s something, but for most of us, it’s a pass.

Bottom line: Saturday morning, July 11th, is your best bet. Clean, offshore, decent swell. After that, it’s a waiting game until the 21st, but keep your expectations low. Forecasts can change, but right now, it’s a lean run.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Fri night. Very mild (max 12°C on Fri afternoon, min 9°C on Mon morning). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the WSW on Sat night, calm by Mon morning).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 14mm), heaviest on Wed night. Very mild (max 16°C on Wed afternoon, min 9°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light.

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11
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ESE
14
0.9
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13
0.8
ESE
13
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13
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12
0.6
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11
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10
0.9
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10
0.9
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6
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11
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Energy kJ
328
400
191
277
249
192
147
125
93
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256
184
169
120
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68
139
123
100
68
72
Wind (km/h)
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E
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ENE
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NNW
20
W
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30
SW
30
SW
10
S
5
WSW
10
ENE
15
NNE
15
NNE
15
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10
NNW
10
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10
ENE
15
NE
20
NNE
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NNE
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N
10
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cross-off
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High Tide
3:24PM0.36m
4:47AM0.19m
4:28PM0.39m
5:41AM0.19m
5:31PM0.41m
6:30AM0.19m
6:31PM0.42m
7:17AM0.21m
1:28PM0.14m
7:29PM0.42m
8:05AM0.23m
1:40PM0.13m
8:25PM0.39m
8:53AM0.25m
1:58PM0.13m
9:20PM0.36m
9:41AM0.27m
Low Tide
11:58PM0.00m
7:36AM0.15m
1:01AM-0.01m
8:45AM0.14m
2:03AM-0.01m
9:47AM0.12m
3:03AM0.00m
2:17PM0.14m
3:58AM0.02m
3:40PM0.11m
4:50AM0.04m
12:42PM0.12m
5:40AM0.06m
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Temp °C
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Information about the Montoya Surf forecast

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