Surf Forecasts:
Namotu Lefts surf forecast from 13 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 14 Sep, 6PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 17s period, SSW swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 14 Sep, 9PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 17s period, SSW swell with 5,009 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 14 Sep, 6PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 17s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Namotu Lefts this week:
The surf forecast for Namotu Lefts over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 14) at 6PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m and 17s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 20s. Another secondary swell of 1.5m and 6s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Namotu Lefts in the next 16 days are 3.0m 17s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 14) at 9PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.5m 6s period and expected on Monday (Sep 14) at 9PM.
| Wave Type | Time (+12) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 6PM (Mon 14th Sep) | 10ft (3.0m) 17s |
| Best Surf | 6PM (Mon 14th Sep) | 10ft (3.0m) 17s |
| Most Powerful | 9PM (Mon 14th Sep) | 10ft (3.0m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Namotu Lefts over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here, and let’s talk about Namotu Lefts in the old units. We’ve got a solid run of swell ahead, but the wind’s going to be the real deal—sometimes it’s your best buddy, other times it’ll have you tied to the dock. Water temp is about 78°, pretty much average for the time of year, so no need for a thick suit.
The pattern kicks off Sunday the 13th with a 10-foot SSW swell. But mate, that’s paired with a cross-on wind at 16 mph, and the wave energy is huge (4908), but the conditions are poor. Not worth paddling out for that.
The first real standout is Tuesday the 15th, morning session. We’ve got an 8-foot SSW swell with a long 17-second period—proper groundswell—and the wind is light and cross-off from the east at just 6 mph. The combined energy is strong (3701), and conditions are clean. This reef loves a SW swell direction, so everything lines up. It’s going to be good for experienced surfers only, as it’s over 8 feet, so leave the beginners on the sand. Crowds are rare here, which is a bonus.
Another one to circle is Thursday the 24th, morning. A 10-foot swell from the south with 11-second period, clean cross-off wind from the east at 6 mph, and combined energy of 3714. This is a big, powerful swell, but the period is shorter than the earlier pulses, so it might be a bit more manageable for the experts. Still, over 8 feet means it’s not for the faint-hearted.
Later in the outlook, Friday the 25th morning sees an 8-foot SSW swell with 17-second period and clean cross-off wind from the east-southeast at 9 mph. The energy is very strong (3950), and while the swell is still big, it’s a touch smaller than the earlier standouts, making it a solid option for the experienced crew.
From the 26th onwards, the swell starts to drop, and by the 27th afternoon we’re down to 4 feet SSW with glassy conditions and a light cross-off wind—perfect for a smaller board session, but not a standout.
Overall, the best windows are Tuesday the 15th morning and Thursday the 24th morning. Both offer clean, powerful swell from the optimum direction, with light winds and rare crowds. The long-period swells will make for well-shaped waves at this reef, but be ready for longer waits between sets.
Rusty, signing off.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Tue afternoon, min 20°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 14mm), heaviest on Fri afternoon. Warm (max 25°C on Fri afternoon, min 22°C on Wed night). Winds increasing (calm on Thu night, fresh winds from the S by Sat morning). | |||||||||||||||||||
Sun 13 | Monday 14 | Tuesday 15 | Wednesday 16 | Thursday 17 | Friday 18 | Saturday 19 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | |||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SW 13 |
Wave Graph  | ||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 4889 | 2859 | 3793 | 4660 | 3351 | 3683 | 2836 | 2054 | 1102 | 899 | 672 | 486 | 407 | 249 | 202 | 145 | 132 | 480 | 818 | 1288 |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross | glassy | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross |
High Tide | 7:48PM1.69m | 8:12AM1.54m | 8:27PM1.63m | 8:58AM1.44m | 9:08PM1.54m | 9:47AM1.33m | 9:52PM1.45m | 10:43AM1.23m | 10:42PM1.37m | 11:48AM1.17m | 11:43PM1.31m | 1:00PM1.14m | 00:50AM1.29m | |||||||
Low Tide | 2:04AM0.21m | 2:14PM0.30m | 2:48AM0.26m | 2:54PM0.41m | 3:35AM0.32m | 3:38PM0.52m | 4:25AM0.40m | 4:27PM0.61m | 5:24AM0.46m | 5:26PM0.68m | 6:31AM0.49m | 6:36PM0.71m | ||||||||
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 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — |
 | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:06 | — | — | 6:06 | — | — | 6:06 | — | — | 6:06 | — | — | 6:06 | — |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 9 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 21 |
Feels °C | 19 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 21 | 18 | 17 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSE 11 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SW 13 |
| kJ | 4889 | 2859 | 3793 | 4660 | 3351 | 3683 | 2836 | 2054 | 1102 | 899 | 672 | 486 | 407 | 249 | 202 | 145 | 90 | 480 | 818 | 1288 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | S 21 | SSW 19 | S 15 | S 13 | SSE 12 | SSE 7 | S 13 | SSE 7 | S 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 6 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSW 13 | SSE 10 | S 16 | SSW 18 |
| kJ | — | — | — | 8 | 1436 | 18 | 14 | 27 | 78 | 14 | 77 | 54 | 18 | 20 | 95 | 95 | 114 | 58 | 5 | 534 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | S 19 | — | — | S 18 | S 15 | — | SSE 12 | — | SSE 12 | S 12 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 16 | — | SE 16 | SSE 10 |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | 28 | — | — | 6 | 18 | — | 46 | — | 30 | 71 | 12 | 13 | 132 | — | 10 | 19 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 4 | — | — | SE 6 | SE 6 | — | — | SE 6 | SE 7 | SSE 8 | SE 7 | SSE 6 | SSE 5 | SE 6 | — | — | — | S 5 | S 6 | S 6 |
| kJ | 19 | — | — | 138 | 128 | — | — | 116 | 200 | 110 | 226 | 34 | 37 | 61 | — | — | — | 35 | 129 | 123 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 864 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1180 | 0 | 2 | 862 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 52 | 272 | 926 | 928 |
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