Namotu Lefts Surf Break

Lat Long: 17.85° S 177.18° E

Namotu Lefts Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 11 am 10 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Namotu Lefts sea temperature is
25.7°C
0.7° 

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


Namotu Lefts surf forecast from 10 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 14 Sep, 6PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 17s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 13 Sep, 6AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 18s period, SSW swell with 5,454 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 11 Sep, 12AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 11s 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 Friday (Sep 11) at 12AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 20s. Another secondary swell of 0.5m and 4s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Namotu Lefts in the next 16 days are 3.0m 18s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Sep 13) at 6AM. 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 5s period and expected on Tuesday (Sep 15) at 3PM.

Wave TypeTime (+12) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)12AM (Fri 11th Sep)4ft (1.2m) 11s
Best Surf 6PM (Mon 14th Sep)10ft (3.0m) 17s
Most Powerful 6AM (Sun 13th Sep)10ft (3.0m) 18s

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


The Lowdown

G’day, this is Rusty. Looking at what’s coming up for Namotu Lefts over the next couple of weeks, and honestly, it’s a bit of a mixed bag. We’ve got some serious size on the way, but the wind’s going to be a real factor, making it tough to grab a truly clean one most days. The standout sessions are going to be when the breeze drops or turns offshore, and those are the windows you need to be on.

Right now, the water temp is sitting at a very pleasant 78°F, which is about average for this time of year, so no worries on that front.

The first real chance to get out is Friday morning, September 11. It’s looking glassy with a light 3 mph wind from the southeast, and a 3ft SSW swell with a period of 10 seconds. The combined swell energy is moderate (366). It’s not huge, but those glassy conditions will make it clean and fun for an intermediate surfer.

Then things get serious. By Saturday, September 12, the swell ramps up to 5ft, but unfortunately the wind kicks in strong from the SSE at 19 mph, making it cross and lumpy. The energy is getting strong (2876). This trend continues into Sunday, September 13, with a solid 10ft SSW swell packing a very long period of 17 seconds. The combined energy is very strong (5331) – this is a proper groundswell. However, the cross-shore winds will add some chop. This size (over 8ft) is really only for the experienced crew, and that long period means it’ll be breaking a bit straight at this reef setup, but there’ll be power.

The next real standout window is Monday morning, September 14. Swell is still hefty at 8ft from the SSW with a long 18-second period, but the wind switches to a clean cross-offshore from the southeast at 12 mph. The energy is still very strong (3751). That’s the combo you want – big, powerful, and clean. It’s an expert-only wave at this size.

Tuesday, September 15, is similar in size, around 8ft, but with cross-shore winds and a slight chop, making it more of a grind. Then we get another beauty on Wednesday morning, September 16. The swell drops to a more manageable 6ft from the SSW, with a long 15-second period, and light cross-offshore winds from the east-southeast at 6 mph. Combined energy is strong (1397). This is excellent for experienced surfers.

After that, the swell drops off into the 4ft range with cross-winds, and then a big bump shows up late in the forecast window. The best of the back half looks like the morning of Wednesday, September 23. The wind goes totally glassy, calm at 0 mph, with a clean 5ft SSW swell (13-second period). Combined energy is moderate (954). This is a very good sign for clean, fun waves. And then the real standout for the whole period could be Thursday morning, September 24. It’s clean again, with a light 6 mph east-northeast cross-offshore wind, and a solid 7ft SSW swell with a 16-second period. Combined energy is very strong (2651). This is excellent for the experienced surfer – powerful, clean, and barrelling.

Overall, patience is key. The big swells come with wind, but the glassy mornings on the 23rd and the clean, powerful session on the 24th are the ones to circle on the calendar.

This is Rusty, signing off.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Thu morning, min 20°C on Sat night). Winds increasing (light winds from the SSE on Fri morning, strong winds from the SSE by Sat afternoon).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Tue afternoon, min 20°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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Monday
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Tuesday
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18
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16
2.1
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16
1.8
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15
1.7
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1.3
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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595
1484
2039
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5331
4760
2859
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4041
3118
3950
3062
2054
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1204
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Wind (km/h)
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25
SSE
15
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High Tide
5:50PM1.67m
5:58AM1.73m
6:31PM1.71m
6:43AM1.70m
7:10PM1.72m
7:28AM1.63m
7:48PM1.69m
8:12AM1.54m
8:27PM1.63m
8:58AM1.44m
9:08PM1.54m
9:47AM1.33m
9:52PM1.45m
Low Tide
11:32AM0.05m
11:51PM0.23m
12:15PM0.07m
00:37AM0.19m
12:55PM0.12m
1:21AM0.18m
1:35PM0.20m
2:04AM0.21m
2:14PM0.30m
2:48AM0.26m
2:54PM0.41m
3:35AM0.32m
3:38PM0.52m
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Information about the Namotu Lefts Surf forecast

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