Surf Forecasts:
Point Loma surf forecast from 26 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 26 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 13s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 29 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 17s period, SW swell with 763 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 26 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 13s period with S 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 Wednesday (Aug 26) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 16s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Point Loma in the next 16 days are 1.1m 17s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 29) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 6s period and expected on Tuesday (Sep 01) at 2PM.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Wed 26th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Wed 26th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 13s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Sat 29th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Point Loma over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s talk about what’s cooking at Point Loma.
We’ve got a solid run of surf ahead, but the start is a little slow. The first real window opens up on Tuesday afternoon, 25 August. It’s not huge, but that’s a clean, cross-off breeze with a 3 ft SSW swell at 13 seconds. The water is sitting at 72.1°, which is much warmer than normal for this time of year – feels like a bath out there. The combined energy is moderate (505), so there’s some push behind it. It’s a nice, mellow start.
Wednesday morning on the 26th sees a bit more size, 4.3 ft from the SSW with a 12-second period, but the wind goes cross and the conditions get a little messy. The energy picks up (718), but it’s not as clean as Tuesday. Things stay a bit ordinary through Thursday and Friday, with small, fading swells and cross-onshore winds.
Then, Saturday morning, 29 August, is where it starts to get interesting. That long-period SW groundswell (16 seconds) kicks in at 3.6 ft, with a light cross-off breeze. The energy is strong (718), and the break is clean. This is your best bet for the weekend – a proper, lined-up point break wave. The crowd factor is “sometimes” at Point Loma, so you might have some company, but it’s worth it.
Sunday morning, 30 August, holds similar quality with a 3.3 ft SW swell, 15-second period, and light cross-off wind. Clean again. The energy drops a touch (596), but it’s still really fun.
The first week of September keeps the goods coming. Wednesday morning, 02 September, has a 3.6 ft SSW swell at 12 seconds with a light offshore wind. That’s a clean, head-high wave with moderate energy (550). Thursday afternoon, 03 September, is a sleeper – 2.6 ft but with a *very long* 18-second period from the SW. That’s pure groundswell, and at Point Loma, that long period will wrap in beautifully. The energy is moderate (627), but the wait between sets will be longer.
Friday, 04 September, is another standout. Morning and afternoon both deliver 3 ft to 3.3 ft SW swell, 17-second period, with light to gentle cross-off winds. The energy is getting stronger (661), and the waves will have plenty of shape.
Now, the real highlight. Wednesday, 09 September. This is the one to circle on the calendar. The morning bumps up to 4.3 ft from the S, 16-second period, with a moderate offshore breeze from the NW. The combined energy jumps to 1364 (strong). By the afternoon, it hits 6.6 ft from the SSW at 17 seconds, with the same offshore wind, and the energy rockets to 2214 (very strong). This is excellent surf for experienced surfers – big, clean, powerful lines. The offshore wind will keep it glassy. For the average punter, 6.6 ft is a serious step up, so only paddle out if you’ve got the skills.
Overall, the best day on offer is Wednesday, 09 September afternoon at Point Loma. The size, the period, the offshore wind, and the energy all come together. The secondary standout is the weekend of 29-30 August for cleaner, more manageable waves.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Fri morning, min 22°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Fri night, min 21°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | ||||||||||||||
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Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 13 | SSW 12 | S 12 | S 10 | SSW 12 | SW 14 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 |
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591 | 494 | 390 | 255 | 193 | 130 | 192 | 171 | 165 | 763 | 589 | 653 | 620 | 424 | 412 | 297 | 245 | 277 | 623 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off |
High Tide | 8:11PM1.75m | 9:22AM1.30m | 8:43PM1.78m | 9:44AM1.37m | 9:15PM1.77m | 10:07AM1.45m | 9:49PM1.71m | 10:32AM1.52m | 10:24PM1.61m | 10:58AM1.58m | 11:03PM1.45m | 11:26AM1.62m | 11:48PM1.26m | ||||||
Low Tide | 3:15AM-0.06m | 2:44PM0.54m | 3:40AM-0.06m | 3:18PM0.45m | 4:04AM-0.04m | 3:54PM0.38m | 4:28AM0.02m | 4:32PM0.33m | 4:52AM0.13m | 5:13PM0.29m | 5:15AM0.26m | 6:01PM0.28m | |||||||
— | 6:18 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | |
— | — | 7:21 | — | — | 7:20 | — | — | 7:19 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:15 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 |
Feels °C | 27 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 26 | 27 | 25 | 27 | 27 | 25 | 25 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 21 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 13 | SSW 12 | S 12 | S 10 | SSW 12 | S 9 | SSW 10 | S 9 | S 8 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | W 8 | W 8 | W 7 | WNW 7 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 |
591 | 494 | 390 | 255 | 193 | 110 | 154 | 78 | 51 | 763 | 589 | 653 | 620 | 149 | 115 | 77 | 62 | 277 | 623 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | S 9 | SSW 11 | SW 14 | SW 16 | W 8 | W 7 | WNW 7 | WNW 7 | W 7 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | W 6 | W 6 |
203 | 203 | 193 | 171 | 110 | 95 | 151 | 171 | 48 | 37 | 79 | 84 | 106 | 424 | 412 | 297 | 245 | 40 | 23 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 6 | W 6 | W 6 | WNW 6 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 18 | SW 13 | SW 16 | S 8 | SSW 8 | SSW 8 | S 8 | S 13 | S 13 | S 12 | S 12 | SW 14 | WSW 19 |
12 | 22 | 21 | 14 | 132 | 130 | 192 | 144 | 165 | 34 | 20 | 11 | 4 | 31 | 51 | 74 | 103 | 121 | 36 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 140 | 0 | 21 | 16 | 21 | 0 | 226 | 0 | 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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