Surf Forecasts:
Point Mugu surf forecast from 24 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 29 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 18s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 29 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 18s period, SSW swell with 582 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 24 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 14s 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 Monday (Aug 24) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 18s. 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 1.0m 18s 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 1.0m 6s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 25) at 11PM.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Mon 24th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Sat 29th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 18s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Sat 29th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 18s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Point Mugu over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s look at what’s on offer for the next 16 days. Point Mugu’s gonna be a bit of a slow starter, but there are a few windows of clean, fun waves.
The first few days, Monday and Tuesday, are tiny. We’re talking 1ft to 2ft from the SW with a long period of 16 to 18 seconds, so it’s a proper groundswell, but there’s just not enough height. The wind is light and cross-off, so it’s clean, but the energy is low (311 to 265). It’s a one-log kind of session.
Then from Wednesday the 26th, things pick up a little. Swell gets to 3ft to 4ft, still from the S, with a period dropping to 12-13 seconds. The energy is moderate (507 to 522) and the wind stays light and cross-off, so the surf is clean and fun for a beginner-friendly spot. Thursday the 27th is similar, with 3ft S swell, still clean in the afternoon. This is the best of the first week.
Now, Friday the 28th morning is a real standout. The wind is glassy, the swell is 2ft from the SSW with a very long period of 19 seconds, and the energy is moderate (469). For a point break like Point Mugu, that long period groundswell will wrap in and give you clean, lined-up waves. It’s not big, but it will be quality. Crowds are sometimes a factor here, but early morning you’ll be fine.
The rest of the first week and into the second week stays small, with similar 2ft to 3ft SSW swell, but the wind continues to be mostly light and cross-off, so it’s clean but small. The energy stays moderate (from 186 to 539). The best afternoons from Saturday the 29th through to Tuesday the 1st of September offer clean, surfable waves, but nothing special.
Then we get another proper window on the 3rd of September. Thursday the 3rd has a 2ft SSW swell with a very long 19-second period and a combined energy of 627 (moderate to strong). The wind is cross-off, so it’s clean. That’s a promising one for a point break, but it’s a long way out, so keep an eye on the forecasts.
The final few days into the second week stay small, with 2ft to 4ft S swell, and the energy stays moderate (269 to 431). The wind is mostly cross-off, so it’s clean, but the swell is short period (9 seconds) on the 8th of September, which means weaker, more walled-up waves.
Overall, for a beginner spot, this is a pretty good run. The standout is Friday the 28th morning with glassy conditions and that long period groundswell. After that, Thursday the 3rd of September is another one to circle. The rest of the time, it’s small and clean, perfect for a longboard or a learner. Crowds are possible at Point Mugu, but with this size, it shouldn’t be too bad.
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Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Wed morning, min 22°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Wed night, min 23°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | ||||||||||||||
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 18 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | S 13 | S 13 | S 12 | S 12 | S 11 | S 11 | S 10 | SSW 19 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 |
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163 | 154 | 101 | 173 | 169 | 127 | 123 | 222 | 350 | 266 | 231 | 223 | 175 | 312 | 329 | 582 | 464 | 493 | 475 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | cross | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | glassy | cross-off | glassy | cross | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 9:12AM1.16m | 7:50PM1.67m | 9:28AM1.21m | 8:24PM1.74m | 9:46AM1.27m | 8:57PM1.77m | 10:05AM1.34m | 9:29PM1.76m | 10:27AM1.42m | 10:03PM1.69m | 10:50AM1.49m | 10:39PM1.58m | |||||||
Low Tide | 2:40AM0.00m | 1:53PM0.77m | 3:08AM-0.05m | 2:26PM0.67m | 3:33AM-0.08m | 2:58PM0.58m | 3:56AM-0.08m | 3:32PM0.49m | 4:20AM-0.05m | 4:08PM0.41m | 4:43AM0.02m | 4:46PM0.34m | |||||||
— | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | |
— | — | 7:32 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:29 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:25 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 24 |
Feels °C | 22 | 26 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 28 | 26 | 26 | 28 | 26 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 24 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | S 14 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | S 13 | W 5 | S 13 | S 12 | S 12 | S 11 | S 11 | S 10 | S 10 | S 9 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 |
163 | 153 | 101 | 173 | 169 | 89 | 29 | 222 | 350 | 266 | 231 | 223 | 175 | 113 | 108 | 582 | 464 | 493 | 475 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 12 | S 13 | S 13 | S 13 | SSE 12 | SSE 11 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SSW 19 | SSW 19 | W 6 | S 10 | S 9 | S 8 |
157 | 154 | 50 | 126 | 89 | 87 | 106 | 126 | 121 | 104 | 75 | 103 | 92 | 312 | 329 | 23 | 47 | 40 | 12 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 4 | WSW 4 | SSW 14 | WSW 4 | WSW 5 | SW 16 | S 13 | SW 16 | SW 20 | WSW 5 | SW 19 | WSW 5 | SSW 18 | SW 13 | SW 13 | S 9 | W 6 | W 9 | — |
7 | 4 | 70 | 7 | 7 | 127 | 123 | 159 | 16 | 8 | 92 | 2 | 121 | 44 | 27 | 57 | 15 | 6 | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | WSW 4 | — | — | W 5 | — | — | W 7 | — | — | — | — | — | W 8 | — | — | W 5 | W 6 |
— | — | 4 | — | — | 4 | — | — | 35 | — | — | — | — | — | 41 | — | — | 13 | 112 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 45 | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 67 | 0 | 5 | 73 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 45 | 0 | 45 | 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.
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.











