Surf Forecasts:
Point Loma surf forecast from 1 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 6 Sep, 8PM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 14s period, SSW swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 7 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 14s period, SSW swell with 2,787 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 1 Sep, 5PM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 13s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Point Loma this week:
The surf forecast for Point Loma over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 01) at 5PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 10s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Point Loma in the next 16 days are 2.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 07) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.1m 5s period and expected on Tuesday (Sep 08) at 5PM.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5PM (Tue 1st Sep) | 2ft (0.6m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 8PM (Sun 6th Sep) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Mon 7th Sep) | 8ft (2.5m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Point Loma over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, grab your board. The next couple of weeks are a bit of a mixed bag, but there's one window that's gonna make it all worth it. We're starting off real small, but keep your eyes on the prize for the end of the first week. The water is a toasty 74°F, which is way above the norm for this time of year—we're talking more than 5°F warmer than usual, so you can leave the booties at home.
We kick things off on Tuesday the 1st with some clean but weak waves. It's surfable at Point Loma, with a gentle offshore breeze keeping it tidy, but the swell's only pushing 2ft from the SW (239 energy). It's pretty ordinary, to be honest. That continues through Wednesday the 2nd and Thursday the 3rd. The swell bumps up slightly to 3ft on Wednesday, and by Thursday afternoon it's showing a bit more life with a longer 18-second period (508 energy), still pretty small though at 3ft. Glassy conditions are on offer with the light winds, but you'll be doing a lot of paddling for not much.
Friday the 4th is where things start to get interesting. The swell builds to 4-4ft from the SW with a 17-second period. The energy is jumping up to 753 and then over 1000 (1012) by the afternoon. The winds are cross-offshore, keeping it clean, and this is when it starts to feel like a proper session.
Saturday the 5th is the first real standout. We've got 4-4ft of S swell, and it's looking very good. The energy has jumped to four digits (1023-1117), and with light offshore breezes, Point Loma is going to have some clean, workable lines. This is where you want to be.
Then Sunday the 6th just keeps the party going. The swell jumps to 6-7ft in the morning and 7ft in the afternoon from the SSW, with the energy well up at 1511-1789. Still light winds and offshore conditions—this is gonna be firing. It's getting a bit solid now, so if you're not comfortable on a bigger wave, maybe watch from the sand.
Here's the big one. Monday the 7th and the best surf of the whole stretch. We're looking at a solid 8ft of SSW swell, and the energy is massive—hitting 2643. This is a real groundswell with a 14-second period, and the offshore breeze is set to groom it. This is the one to circle on the calendar. It's pushing expert territory, but for those who can handle it, this is going to be an unforgettable session at Point Loma. This is the clear standout.
After that, we see it back off. Tuesday the 8th has a drop to 6ft but the period shortens to 11 seconds, making it a bit less powerful (696 energy). It's still fun, but the magic is gone. From Wednesday the 9th onwards, we settle back into that small, clean pattern. Swells hover between 2ft and 3ft over the following days. There's a little knee-high blip on the 14th with a long 18-second period, but the energy is weak (233). Winds stay favorable, mostly offshore or cross-offshore, but the swell just isn't there. It's a waiting game after that Monday.
So, bottom line: ride the small waves early if you're desperate, but save your energy for the 5th through the 7th. Saturday the 5th is great, but Monday the 7th is the gold standard. Don't miss it.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Wed afternoon, min 20°C on Tue morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Sun afternoon, min 21°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | Thursday 3 | Friday 4 | Saturday 5 | Sunday 6 | Monday 7 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 18 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SW 17 | SW 15 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | S 14 | S 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 12 |
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140 | 106 | 109 | 212 | 215 | 230 | 186 | 366 | 516 | 618 | 765 | 496 | 489 | 607 | 704 | 1496 | 1775 | 2480 | 2643 | 2162 | 1342 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | off | off | off | off | off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | off | off | off | off | off | off | cross-off |
High Tide | 11:59AM1.63m | 00:47AM1.06m | 12:40PM1.62m | 2:26AM0.88m | 1:40PM1.57m | 5:41AM0.88m | 3:12PM1.55m | 7:04AM1.01m | 4:48PM1.62m | 7:30AM1.14m | 6:02PM1.74m | 7:57AM1.26m | 7:00PM1.85m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 7:00PM0.30m | 6:01AM0.58m | 8:20PM0.32m | 6:23AM0.73m | 10:06PM0.27m | 6:44AM0.88m | 11:43PM0.14m | 10:16AM0.94m | 00:47AM-0.01m | 12:00PM0.84m | 1:34AM-0.13m | 1:03PM0.67m | 2:13AM-0.19m | ||||||||
6:22 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | |
— | 7:13 | — | — | 7:12 | — | — | 7:10 | — | — | 7:09 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:06 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 26 |
Feels °C | 20 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 23 | 20 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 25 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 26 | 27 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 11 | S 10 | S 9 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | WNW 6 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | S 14 | S 14 | S 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 12 |
79 | 69 | 64 | 212 | 215 | 174 | 55 | 366 | 516 | 618 | 765 | 496 | 489 | 607 | 704 | 1496 | 1775 | 2480 | 2643 | 2162 | 1342 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | SW 11 | SSW 10 | W 6 | WNW 7 | WNW 6 | S 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 20 | WNW 12 | W 11 | — | W 11 | SW 18 |
140 | 106 | 79 | 34 | 25 | 46 | 119 | 38 | 40 | 60 | 39 | 407 | 477 | 471 | 406 | 15 | 14 | 37 | — | 2 | 52 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 5 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 17 | SW 15 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | S 15 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 10 | WSW 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
20 | 50 | 109 | 132 | 165 | 230 | 186 | 53 | 101 | 75 | 208 | 66 | 57 | 39 | 32 | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | W 6 | W 5 | — | — | — | — | WNW 6 | — | — | — | — | — | WNW 5 | — | — | WNW 6 | — | — | — | WNW 4 |
— | 23 | 28 | — | — | — | — | 51 | — | — | — | — | — | 11 | — | — | 6 | — | — | — | 5 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 226 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Information about the Point Loma Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Point Loma provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Point Loma can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Point Loma 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 (Point Loma) 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 Point Loma 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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