
Surf Forecasts:
Oceanside Pier surf forecast from 16 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 18 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 15s period, S swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 19 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 14s period, SSW swell with 980 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 15 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 16s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Oceanside Pier this week:
The surf forecast for Oceanside Pier over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 15) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 12s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Oceanside Pier in the next 16 days are 1.6m 14s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 19) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8PM (Wed 15th Jul) | 2ft (0.6m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Sat 18th Jul) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 15s |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Sun 19th Jul) | 5ft (1.6m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Oceanside Pier over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s take a look at what’s shaping up for the stretch ahead. It’s a slow burner, but there are a few windows worth paddling out for.
We’re starting right now, and honestly, the first few days are flat and messy. The water is sitting at a very warm 72° at the start, which is 5° above normal for this time of year – that’s a real standout, way warmer than you’d expect, so grab a shorty or just boardshorts. But the surf? Nada. A tiny 1 ft swell with a long 17 second period from the SW on Wednesday morning looks good on paper, but the combined energy is weak (210) and it’s described as marginal. Afternoon goes to zero. Thursday through Friday stays poor with cross-onshore winds and chop – not worth your time.
The first real glimmer comes on Saturday the 18th. Swell edges up to 3 ft from the SW, period a solid 18 seconds, and the energy kicks up to moderate (564). The wind is light and onshore, but it’s clean in the morning. Afternoon energy builds to 564 but it’s still only a 1/10 call – a small, soft day for a longboard or a foiler if you’re keen.
Sunday the 19th sees a jump: 5 ft swell from the SSW, period 13 seconds, and the energy hits 974 in the morning, climbing to 1182 in the afternoon. That’s moderate-strong energy. The wind is light onshore shifting cross-on, so it’ll be a bit bumpy. Still only a 2/10, but this is the first real taste of size for the intermediate crew. Keep your expectations in check.
Monday the 20th through Tuesday the 22nd settles back to 3 ft to 4 ft, with light onshore winds and clean conditions, but the scores stay low (1 or 2 out of 10). The energy hovers around moderate (527 to 737). It’s rideable but nothing special – a small, clean groomer for the morning sessions.
Now here’s where it gets interesting. Wednesday the 22nd is quiet, but Thursday the 23rd brings a push: 5 ft in the morning, jumping to 6 ft in the afternoon from the S, period 13 seconds. Energy surges to 1226 (strong). Wind is light and cross-on – it’ll be a bit lumpy, but that’s a proper head-high swell. For the experienced guys, Friday the 24th is your standout. 7 ft to 7 ft from the S, period 15 seconds, and energy goes through the roof at 2704. That’s very strong wave energy. Wind is light and onshore, so the surface should stay relatively clean. This is a big, powerful groundswell – the period is long, so it might close out a bit on the beach, but if you can find a peak, it’ll be pumping. Too big for beginners, but a solid day for experts.
Saturday the 25th holds size at 7 ft, but the wind picks up from the W at 12 mph, cross-onshore and choppy. That’ll chop it up. Energy is still strong (1943), but the quality drops. Sunday the 26th fades back to 3 ft to 3 ft with a long 18-19 second period, clean with light winds. A nice little refresh after the big stuff.
The final week from Monday the 27th to Wednesday the 30th stays small, around 3 ft to 4 ft, with light winds and generally clean mornings. Energy stays moderate. Nothing huge, but consistent small waves for a log or a mid-length. By Thursday the 30th, it drops to 3 ft and the wind goes cloudy and light – pretty much a flat end.
Bottom line: The big window is Thursday the 23rd through Friday the 24th for the more experienced crew. The rest is small, clean, and cruisy. For the main break here, Oceanside Pier, it’s very consistent but the swell direction is WSW, which is fine for the exposed setup. Crowds are sometimes a thing, so expect company on the better days. Not a classic run, but there’s a couple of days with some grunt.
Stay stoked,
Rusty
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Wed afternoon, min 19°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Sat morning, min 19°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 19 | SW 19 | SW 18 | SW 15 | SW 18 | SW 18 | S 14 | SSW 13 | S 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 13 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
107 | 96 | 161 | 122 | 122 | 125 | 181 | 103 | 136 | 366 | 379 | 394 | 929 | 771 | 867 | 403 | 506 | 373 | 612 | 474 | 474 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | glassy | on | on | glassy | on | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 11:25AM1.71m | 10:28PM2.45m | 12:07PM1.76m | 11:16PM2.26m | 12:48PM1.80m | 00:05AM2.01m | 1:31PM1.84m | 00:59AM1.74m | 2:15PM1.86m | 2:03AM1.48m | 3:02PM1.87m | 3:37AM1.29m | 3:53PM1.88m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 4:18PM0.95m | 5:36AM-0.01m | 5:13PM0.93m | 6:15AM0.16m | 6:12PM0.94m | 6:52AM0.36m | 7:18PM0.95m | 7:28AM0.58m | 8:36PM0.94m | 8:03AM0.79m | 10:06PM0.88m | 8:42AM0.98m | 11:35PM0.77m | ||||||||
5:50 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | |
— | 7:59 | — | — | 7:59 | — | — | 7:58 | — | — | 7:58 | — | — | 7:57 | — | — | 7:57 | — | — | 7:55 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 23 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 22 | 23 | 22 |
Feels °C | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 23 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SW 16 | W 7 | W 9 | W 8 | W 7 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 18 | SW 18 | S 14 | SSW 13 | S 13 | SSW 13 | S 12 | SSW 16 | SSW 13 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 |
95 | 83 | 161 | 69 | 76 | 45 | 40 | 103 | 136 | 366 | 379 | 394 | 929 | 771 | 867 | 341 | 506 | 373 | 612 | 474 | 474 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 5 | SW 16 | S 12 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 19 | W 7 | S 12 | S 12 | S 12 | S 11 | WNW 15 | SW 17 | W 5 | SSW 15 | SSW 11 | SSW 16 | SSW 10 | SSW 10 | W 6 |
8 | 96 | 73 | 122 | 122 | 107 | 181 | 24 | 45 | 100 | 141 | 149 | 45 | 358 | 7 | 403 | 205 | 330 | 100 | 116 | 23 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 17 | W 5 | W 6 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SW 19 | SW 14 | SW 18 | W 6 | WSW 6 | SW 13 | SW 16 | — | WNW 15 | WNW 15 | W 6 | W 6 | W 5 | W 6 | W 6 | SSW 9 |
107 | 8 | 12 | 48 | 47 | 125 | 74 | 83 | 12 | 7 | 44 | 91 | — | 43 | 21 | 17 | 10 | 13 | 25 | 18 | 55 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | S 3 | S 4 | SSW 4 | S 3 | — | — | — | — | W 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | 3 | 9 | 5 | 2 | — | — | — | — | 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 60 | 60 | 38 | 103 | 103 | 0 | 116 | 103 | 0 | 103 | 60 | 38 | 60 | 60 | 0 | 59 | 60 | 0 | 60 | 60 | 38 |
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Information about the Oceanside Pier Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Oceanside Pier provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Oceanside Pier can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Oceanside Pier 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 (Oceanside Pier) 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 Oceanside Pier 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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