Surf Forecasts:
North Torrey Pines surf forecast from 18 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 19 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 13s period, S swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 25 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 21s period, SW swell with 1,051 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 19 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 13s period with S swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for North Torrey Pines this week:
The surf forecast for North Torrey Pines over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 19) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 16s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at North Torrey Pines in the next 16 days are 1.1m 21s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 25) at 5AM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 15s period and expected on Wednesday (Jul 22) at 8PM.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8AM (Sun 19th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 8AM (Sun 19th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 13s |
| Most Powerful | 5AM (Sat 25th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 21s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for North Torrey Pines over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming down the line for North Torrey Pines. It’s a bit of a slow start, so don’t be in a rush to get the wetsuit on just yet.
We’re looking at a pretty quiet period for this stretch of beach. The first few days are a write-off, with poor surf conditions and a light, cross-onshore breeze messing up what little bump there is. The swell is tiny, around 3ft, and the energy is just not there (476). It’s a beginner spot at the best of times, and right now, it’s not doing anyone any favours. This quiet spell stretches through the weekend and into the start of the new week.
There’s a glimmer of hope around the middle of the week, starting on Wednesday, July 24th. The swell starts to build, with a S swell pushing up to 5ft and a period of 13 seconds. The energy picks up to a solid moderate level (1293), and the wind is light and onshore, keeping things clean enough. It’s still marginal, but it’s the best we’ve seen so far. The water temperature is about average for the time of year, so no surprises there.
The real standout – and I mean the only one worth getting excited about – is the week after. On Monday, July 27th, we’ve got a SW groundswell running at 5ft with a very long period of 19 seconds. The energy is pumping at (1784), and the wind is light and onshore, which is a huge plus for this beach break. That long period swell will have some real punch, but it might make the waves a bit straight and fat here at the beach. It’ll be a bit of a challenge, but for the more experienced surfer, it’s the best session on offer. At 5ft, it’s still manageable for a competent intermediate, but the power will be there.
The following day, Tuesday, July 28th, holds similar energy (1709) with a 5ft SSW swell, but the wind is a bit more cross-onshore, so it won’t be as clean. The spot is fairly consistent, but crowds are possible, especially on a day like this. After that, the swell starts to back off and fade away into the first few days of August, with conditions dropping back to poor.
Overall, it’s a long wait for a short window. The best bet is Monday, July 27th, with that long-period groundswell and light wind. Thursday, July 30th is a decent backup, but it’s a step down. Keep your expectations low for the rest of it.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Mon morning, min 19°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Tue morning, min 20°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | ||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 15 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SSW 15 | SW 15 | SW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | S 13 | S 13 | S 13 |
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 kJ | 137 | 366 | 379 | 127 | 350 | 424 | 455 | 335 | 367 | 334 | 512 | 559 | 551 | 437 | 431 | 316 | 356 | 581 | 572 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | on | glassy | on | on | glassy | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 00:05AM2.01m | 1:30PM1.84m | 00:58AM1.74m | 2:14PM1.86m | 2:02AM1.48m | 3:01PM1.87m | 3:36AM1.29m | 3:52PM1.88m | 5:49AM1.24m | 4:47PM1.90m | 7:36AM1.30m | 5:40PM1.94m | |||||||
Low Tide | 6:51AM0.36m | 7:17PM0.95m | 7:27AM0.58m | 8:34PM0.94m | 8:03AM0.79m | 10:05PM0.88m | 8:41AM0.98m | 11:34PM0.77m | 9:31AM1.13m | 00:42AM0.64m | 10:46AM1.22m | 1:31AM0.51m | |||||||
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 | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — |
 | — | — | 7:57 | — | — | 7:55 | — | — | 7:55 | — | — | 7:54 | — | — | 7:54 | — | — | 7:53 | — |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 21 |
Feels °C | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 22 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 15 | SW 18 | SW 18 | S 11 | SW 17 | S 12 | SSW 15 | S 11 | S 11 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | S 13 | S 13 | S 13 |
| kJ | 137 | 366 | 379 | 110 | 350 | 400 | 455 | 297 | 242 | 334 | 512 | 559 | 551 | 437 | 431 | 316 | 356 | 581 | 572 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 7 | S 12 | S 12 | SW 16 | S 11 | SW 17 | S 11 | SW 15 | SW 16 | S 10 | SSW 10 | SSW 9 | SSW 9 | WNW 6 | SSE 15 | S 14 | SW 13 | WSW 6 | W 6 |
| kJ | 23 | 98 | 96 | 127 | 143 | 424 | 229 | 335 | 367 | 122 | 96 | 64 | 58 | 25 | 78 | 192 | 183 | 15 | 57 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 11 | W 6 | W 6 | S 13 | S 13 | WNW 15 | WNW 15 | W 5 | SSW 13 | SW 13 | WNW 5 | SW 11 | WNW 4 | SW 8 | SW 8 | SW 19 | SW 6 | SW 26 | SW 18 |
| kJ | 39 | 12 | 12 | 56 | 202 | 74 | 43 | 4 | 35 | 172 | 5 | 19 | 6 | 23 | 20 | 130 | 11 | 171 | 49 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | WNW 5 | WNW 5 | — | — | WNW 5 | — | — | WNW 5 | WNW 5 | W 6 | WNW 6 | — |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 8 | — | — | 7 | — | — | 23 | 27 | 33 | 40 | — |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 7 | 143 | 30 | 9 | 30 | 30 | 0 | 29 | 29 | 0 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 |
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