Surf Forecasts:
Point Mugu surf forecast from 18 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 18 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 16s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 18 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 16s period, SSW swell with 288 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 18 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 16s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Point Mugu this week:
The surf forecast for Point Mugu over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 18) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 5s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Point Mugu in the next 16 days are 0.8m 16s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 18) 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 1.2m 6s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 25) at 5AM.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8AM (Tue 18th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 8AM (Tue 18th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Tue 18th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Point Mugu over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s take a look at what’s happening on our local stretch of coast. It’s gonna be a quiet start, so don’t be in a rush.
We’ve got a long gap of very small, unimpressive surf to kick things off. From Tuesday the 18th of August right through to Saturday the 22nd, the waves are tiny, mostly around 1ft to 3ft, and the conditions are just ordinary. There’s a bit of a long-period groundswell in the mix, but the energy is weak, with combined energy readings sitting between 119 and 294. The wind is mostly cross or cross-off, which keeps things clean, but there’s just not enough push to get excited about. The water temp is about average for this time of year, so no wild surprises there.
Things start to look a little more promising on Sunday the 23rd, with the morning session at Point Mugu offering a clean little wave. The swell is still only 1ft, but it’s coming from the SW with a very long period of 19 seconds. That long period gives it some grunt for its size, and the combined energy is a moderate 268. The wind is a light offshore, making for glassy conditions. It’s a beginner-friendly break, and with the swell being so small, it’s perfect for a longboard or a funboard. Crowds are sometimes an issue here, so get in early.
The real standout, though, is shaping up for Friday the 28th of August. The afternoon session at Point Mugu is looking like the best of the whole run. We’ll see a 3ft swell from the west, with a 10-second period, and the combined energy jumps to a strong 404. The wind is light and offshore, making for super clean waves. This is a solid, fun-sized swell for a point break like this, and it’s going to offer some really nice lines. It’s a far cry from the tiny stuff before it.
The following weekend, the 29th and 30th, keeps the hope alive. The swell holds around 3ft from the SSW, with a 17-second period, and the energy is strong, hitting 505 on Saturday morning and 471 in the afternoon. The wind is offshore or light cross-off, so the waves will be tidy. It’s still small enough for all abilities, but the long period means you’ll feel the energy. The crowds are something to keep in mind on these clearer days, but the quality on offer is worth the company.
So, to sum it up: the first week is a write-off. Don’t bother until the 23rd, and even then, keep expectations low until Friday the 28th. That Friday afternoon, and the following weekend, are your best bets. The long period swells are ideal for a point like Point Mugu, giving you clean, lined-up waves.
Stay stoked, and I’ll see you out there.
Rusty
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Wed morning, min 19°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Sat morning, min 21°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 18 | Wednesday 19 | Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SSW 14 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SW 18 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SW 19 | SW 18 | SSW 14 |
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183 | 201 | 211 | 186 | 263 | 217 | 179 | 163 | 165 | 115 | 101 | 99 | 99 | 64 | 72 | 167 | 127 | 111 | 163 | |
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Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | cross | cross-off | glassy | cross | cross-off | cross-on | on | cross | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | glassy |
High Tide | 1:44AM1.02m | 1:50PM1.46m | 3:31AM0.85m | 2:42PM1.41m | 3:58PM1.38m | 8:49AM0.99m | 5:21PM1.41m | 8:46AM1.06m | 6:25PM1.49m | 8:58AM1.11m | 7:12PM1.58m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 8:04PM0.41m | 7:06AM0.59m | 9:29PM0.42m | 7:21AM0.76m | 11:14PM0.38m | 00:38AM0.28m | 10:34AM0.99m | 1:31AM0.17m | 12:26PM0.95m | 2:10AM0.08m | 1:17PM0.87m | 2:40AM0.00m | |||||||
— | 6:18 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | |
— | — | 7:39 | — | — | 7:38 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:36 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:34 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 25 | 24 | 23 |
Feels °C | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 26 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 23 | 25 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 5 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 |
25 | 201 | 211 | 186 | 263 | 217 | 179 | 163 | 165 | 115 | 101 | 99 | 99 | 64 | 72 | 167 | 56 | 67 | 163 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | W 5 | SW 13 | W 5 | W 5 | W 8 | W 5 | WSW 5 | WSW 5 | WSW 5 | SW 18 | W 10 | W 9 | SW 18 | SSW 12 | WSW 5 | SSW 16 | SW 18 | W 5 |
183 | 20 | 42 | 29 | 14 | 5 | 12 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 50 | 17 | 15 | 50 | 50 | 8 | 85 | 111 | 17 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 18 | SSW 13 | S 9 | SW 19 | SW 21 | S 8 | SW 18 | SW 19 | SW 19 | S 10 | W 10 | SW 18 | SSW 16 | WSW 5 | W 9 | SW 19 | SW 19 | S 16 | SW 18 |
32 | 65 | 2 | 15 | 17 | 1 | 12 | 57 | 14 | 8 | 18 | 49 | 51 | 5 | 14 | 58 | 127 | 45 | 113 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 6 | — | W 5 | — | — | WSW 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | WSW 5 | W 6 |
83 | — | 13 | — | — | 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 50 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 45 | 25 | 0 | 45 | 45 | 5 | 73 | 45 | 0 | 73 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 0 |
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Information about the Point Mugu Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Point Mugu provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Point Mugu can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Point Mugu 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 Mugu) 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 Mugu 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.
Point Mugu is 10 km (6 miles) from the city of Port Hueneme. If you plan a vacation in Ventura County, look for hotels and other accommodation in Port Hueneme. Port Hueneme has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.











