
Surf Forecasts:
Rade de Croisic surf forecast from 23 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 30 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 6s period, WNW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 26 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 6s period, WNW swell with 181 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 30 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 6s period with WNW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Rade de Croisic this week:
The surf forecast for Rade de Croisic over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 30) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 6s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 6s. Another secondary swell of 0.2m and 10s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Rade de Croisic in the next 16 days are 1.5m 6s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 26) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 4s period and expected on Saturday (Jul 25) at 5AM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Thu 30th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 6s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Thu 30th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 6s |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Sun 26th Jul) | 5ft (1.5m) 6s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Rade de Croisic over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Right then, let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for Rade de Croisic.
To be brutally honest, the next couple of weeks are looking pretty grim for a proper paddle. We’ve got tiny, weak swell and the wind is all over the place. There’s a long stretch of nothing worthwhile from now all the way through to the end of July. It’s not until the first weekend of August that we see a bit of a pulse, but it’s still a tough call.
The one small window of hope is on Sunday morning, 2nd August. That’s when we get a bit of a lift. The swell is coming from the west at 5 ft, with a period of 9 seconds, giving us a moderate combined energy of 397. The wind is from the northeast at 9 mph, blowing cross-offshore, which should keep things reasonably clean. Now, this is a beach break, so with that period, it might not be super consistent, but it’s the only time the numbers look like they could line up. The swell is on the bigger side of small, so it’s worth a look if you’re keen.
Before that, and after it, it’s a real struggle. Most days are a mix of onshore breezes, tiny wave heights under 3 ft, and very weak energy. The water temp is about 66°, which is normal for the time of year, so that’s one thing not to complain about.
For the rest of the window, it’s a write-off. The swell is tiny, the wind is mostly onshore or cross-onshore, and the energy readings are in the single or double digits. It’s a proper flat spell, and honestly, it looks more interesting for a kite than a surfboard on most days.
So, keep the powder dry. The 2nd of August is your only real chance, and even then, keep your expectations in check.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Fri afternoon, min 17°C on Sat night). Winds increasing (calm on Thu afternoon, fresh winds from the NW by Sat night). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Tue night, min 16°C on Sun night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the W on Sun night, calm by Wed morning). | |||||||||||||||||||
Thu 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 9 | WNW 4 | W 9 | W 8 | NW 4 | N 3 | WNW 4 | WNW 6 | W 6 | W 5 | W 6 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 | W 8 | W 6 |
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6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 18 | 85 | 46 | 52 | 76 | 78 | 78 | 14 | 26 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 6 | 22 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | cross-off | off | cross-on | cross-off | cross | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-off | cross-off | on | cross-on | glassy | on | cross-off |
High Tide | 00:59AM3.28m | 1:37PM3.36m | 2:14AM3.31m | 2:43PM3.50m | 3:13AM3.46m | 3:35PM3.71m | 4:00AM3.67m | 4:19PM3.95m | 4:40AM3.88m | 4:57PM4.20m | 5:16AM4.08m | 5:32PM4.41m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 7:23PM1.52m | 7:54AM1.56m | 8:35PM1.52m | 9:02AM1.51m | 9:40PM1.38m | 10:01AM1.35m | 10:33PM1.17m | 10:49AM1.14m | 11:17PM0.95m | 11:30AM0.92m | 11:56PM0.74m | 12:07PM0.73m | 00:32AM0.58m | |||||||
— | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | |
— | 9:54 | — | — | 9:53 | — | — | 9:52 | — | — | 9:52 | — | — | 9:51 | — | — | 9:49 | — | — | 9:47 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 26 | 26 | 24 | 28 | 26 | 24 | 26 | 25 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 21 | 23 | 26 | 27 | 25 | 28 | 27 |
Feels °C | 25 | 21 | 20 | 26 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 19 | 18 | 16 | 12 | 16 | 15 | 17 | 20 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 24 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 9 | WNW 4 | W 9 | W 8 | NW 4 | WNW 5 | S 6 | W 10 | — | — | — | W 9 | — | W 5 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 | W 8 | W 6 |
6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | 78 | — | 11 | 26 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 6 | 22 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | W 9 | — | SE 4 | W 8 | W 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 9 | — | — | W 12 | W 11 | W 11 | W 10 |
— | 2 | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 14 | — | — | 3 | 2 | 2 | 8 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | NW 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 2 | NE 3 | E 3 | NNE 2 | N 4 | N 3 | WNW 4 | WNW 6 | W 6 | W 5 | W 6 | — | W 9 | NNE 2 | E 3 | — | — | — | — | — |
1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 3 | 18 | 85 | 46 | 52 | 76 | — | 78 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 386 | 356 | 610 | 780 | 439 | 187 | 473 | 109 | 437 | 811 | 32 | 16 | 372 | 54 | 50 | 137 | 135 | 52 | 140 | 54 |
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Information about the Rade de Croisic Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Rade de Croisic provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Rade de Croisic can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Rade de Croisic 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 (Rade de Croisic) 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 Rade de Croisic 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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