Surf Forecasts:
Point Mugu surf forecast from 1 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 6 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 15s period, S swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 7 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 8ft (2.4m), 16s period, S swell with 2,718 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 1 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 11s period with S 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 (Sep 01) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.5m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 11s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Point Mugu in the next 16 days are 2.4m 16s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 07) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.3m 6s period and expected on Thursday (Sep 03) at 5AM.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8AM (Tue 1st Sep) | 2ft (0.6m) 11s |
| Best Surf | 8AM (Sun 6th Sep) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 15s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Mon 7th Sep) | 8ft (2.4m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Point Mugu over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, Rusty here. Let’s see what we’ve got for Point Mugu over the next couple of weeks.
Right off the bat, it’s a bit of a slow burn. The first few days are small and ordinary, but hold tight—there’s a proper pulse of surf coming mid-week next week that’ll get the blood pumping. The standout window is definitely Saturday the 5th through Monday the 7th, with the best of it falling on Sunday. That Sunday is a beauty.
We kick things off Tuesday the 1st with tiny 2ft – 2ft SSW swell, cross and cross-off breezes, and weak energy (189-201). The water at Point Mugu is a whopping 73°, which is 9° warmer than usual for September – that’s seriously warm, a real treat. But the surf itself is poor, so no rush.
Wednesday and Thursday the 2nd and 3rd stay similar: 2ft – 2ft SW groundswell, light breezes, energy climbing a bit (251-393) but conditions still marginal at best. It’s a waiting game.
Friday the 4th shows some life. The swell jumps to 3ft – 3ft SSW groundswell, period holding at 16-17 seconds, and the combined energy ramps up to 636-668. Friday afternoon turns clean with a cross-off wind, and the forecast calls for very good surf. That’s the first real moment to paddle out.
Saturday the 5th is a step up. Morning sees 4ft SSE swell with cross-on breeze, but the afternoon is where it’s at: 4ft SSE swell, light cross-off wind, clean as a whistle, and energy hitting a solid 1203. This is moderate-to-strong stuff now, and it’s shaping up nicely.
Now for the crown jewel. Sunday the 6th brings 6ft – 7ft S swell with a 16-second period – that’s proper groundswell energy, very long, powerful lines. Combined energy is 2060-2340, strong. Morning has a slight cross-off, but the afternoon turns glassy. This is excellent surf for experienced surfers. The longer period means it’ll wrap into Point Mugu nicely, with clean lines and long sets. If you’ve got the skill, Sunday afternoon is the session to chase.
Monday the 7th holds the swell at 7ft S with 13-14 second period, still solid (energy around 1976-1643), and the wind is offshore from the NNW, light to gentle. That’s clean, powerful surf – still for the experienced crew. By Tuesday the 8th the swell drops fast to 4ft S, then 2ft, and conditions become ordinary. The rest of the second week is small: mostly 1ft – 2ft SW or SSW groundswell, weak energy (115-431), with a few clean moments but nothing to write home about. Wednesday the 16th fades to 1ft SW, the end of the run.
Overall, the best on offer is Sunday the 6th through Monday the 7th – that south groundswell with clean, offshore or glassy wind is the clear highlight. Crowds are sometimes an issue at Point Mugu, so on a standout day like Sunday, expect company. The swell is consistent enough over that peak. For the rest, it’s small and quiet, so pick your session with care.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Wed afternoon, min 18°C on Tue morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 30mm), heaviest during Sun afternoon. Warm (max 23°C on Sat morning, min 19°C on Sun 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) | S 11 | S 11 | SSW 13 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 17 | SW 15 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSE 15 | SSE 14 | SSE 14 | SSE 14 | S 16 | S 16 | S 16 | S 14 | S 13 | SSE 12 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
99 | 83 | 67 | 132 | 129 | 200 | 115 | 283 | 404 | 364 | 427 | 498 | 536 | 714 | 845 | 1766 | 2120 | 2718 | 1918 | 1629 | 2430 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | glassy | off | off | off | off |
High Tide | 12:17PM1.63m | 1:10AM1.01m | 1:00PM1.63m | 2:58AM0.86m | 1:58PM1.60m | 3:23PM1.59m | 7:28AM1.02m | 4:56PM1.64m | 7:54AM1.14m | 6:12PM1.74m | 8:21AM1.25m | 7:11PM1.84m | |||||||||
Low Tide | 7:20PM0.29m | 6:18AM0.59m | 8:42PM0.28m | 6:43AM0.75m | 10:26PM0.23m | 11:57PM0.09m | 10:26AM0.96m | 00:59AM-0.05m | 12:11PM0.86m | 1:46AM-0.16m | 1:15PM0.70m | 2:26AM-0.22m | |||||||||
6:28 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | |
— | 7:22 | — | — | 7:21 | — | — | 7:20 | — | — | 7:17 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:14 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 10 | 17 | 12 | 1 | 1 |
Temp °C | 20 | 20 | 19 | 21 | 22 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 25 | 25 |
Feels °C | 20 | 19 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 22 | 22 | 19 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 27 | 27 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 11 | S 11 | W 5 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | W 6 | W 6 | SSW 18 | W 6 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSE 15 | SSE 14 | SSE 14 | SSE 14 | S 16 | S 16 | S 16 | S 14 | S 13 | SSE 12 |
83 | 83 | 25 | 131 | 119 | 67 | 30 | 283 | 71 | 364 | 427 | 498 | 536 | 714 | 845 | 1766 | 2120 | 2718 | 1918 | 1629 | 2430 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | S 10 | W 5 | SW 16 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | S 10 | SSW 18 | SSE 13 | SSE 14 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SW 15 | — | SW 19 | SW 19 | SSW 15 |
99 | 68 | 47 | 12 | 129 | 142 | 106 | 52 | 404 | 158 | 175 | 402 | 387 | 425 | 298 | 279 | 220 | — | 58 | 14 | 42 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 4 | SW 18 | SSW 13 | SW 16 | S 8 | SSW 17 | SW 15 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 13 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | WSW 11 | SW 20 | SW 20 | — | — | — | — | SW 18 |
7 | 50 | 67 | 132 | 13 | 200 | 115 | 58 | 68 | 114 | 66 | 59 | 56 | 64 | 15 | 15 | — | — | — | — | 50 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | WSW 5 | W 6 | — | W 4 | WNW 6 | W 6 | W 4 | WNW 6 | — | WSW 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | WNW 5 |
— | 7 | 77 | — | 6 | 150 | 62 | 13 | 182 | — | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 10 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 117 | 6 | 0 | 67 | 236 | 0 | 72 | 236 | 0 | 65 | 0 | 0 | 73 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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.
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