
Surf Forecasts:
Rade de Croisic surf forecast from 19 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 25 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 5s period, W swell with 77 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Rade de Croisic this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Rade de Croisic in the next 16 days are 1.2m 5s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 25) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.8m 4s period and expected on Monday (Jul 20) at 5AM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Sat 25th Jul) | 4ft (1.2m) 5s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Rade de Croisic over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Hey folks, Rusty here. Let’s be real – we’re in for a flat spell. The 16-day window for the Rade de Croisic area is a tough one with hardly any surf to speak of. The combined swell energy stays weak, barely cracking double digits most days, and the waves just aren’t there. There’s a gap of several days right at the start with no real recommendations, and it looks like a long, quiet stretch.
Looking at the first week, from Monday 20 July right through to Sunday 27 July, the swell is tiny. You’re looking at 0.3ft to 2ft at best, with periods that are all over the place – from a short 3 seconds up to 12 seconds. The winds are mostly cross-off or cross-on, which would normally be okay, but there’s nothing to ride. The energy is low, numbers like 1, 6, 10, up to 36 are all weak. Water temp is about average for the time of year, so nothing wild there.
The second week, from Monday 28 July into early August, doesn’t get any better. Swell heights stay under 2ft, and though the combined energy picks up a little – hitting 45 on Wednesday 29 July morning and 47 that afternoon – those are still in the weak range, and the wave comment is still “poor surf conditions.” The period on the 29th morning is 11 seconds, which is decent, but with only 1ft of swell, it’s a tease. Winds are cross-off on the 29th morning, which means clean conditions, but the waves are simply not there.
There is no standout day. Nothing even comes close to being worth a paddle. Honestly, this setup looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing, given the onshore winds and the lack of swell. The only break here is Rade de Croisic, and it’s a no-go.
For now, keep the board in the car and wait for the forecasts to change. This blank run is a bit of a bummer, but it happens.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 30°C on Tue night, min 13°C on Mon morning). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the NNE on Sun night, calm by Wed afternoon). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 29°C on Thu night, min 19°C on Thu morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | ||||||||||||||
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) | W 13 | W 12 | W 12 | W 11 | W 11 | W 11 | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | S 4 | NW 3 | W 8 | W 3 | W 5 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 43 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | on | cross-off | off | on | off | cross-off | on | cross-off | on | on | on |
High Tide | 9:04PM4.44m | 9:28AM4.02m | 9:50PM4.07m | 10:16AM3.75m | 10:41PM3.71m | 11:12AM3.52m | 11:43PM3.43m | 12:20PM3.37m | 00:59AM3.28m | 1:37PM3.36m | 2:14AM3.31m | 2:43PM3.50m | 3:13AM3.46m | ||||||
Low Tide | 4:15AM0.64m | 4:31PM0.87m | 5:01AM0.96m | 5:21PM1.15m | 5:50AM1.25m | 6:17PM1.39m | 6:47AM1.46m | 7:23PM1.52m | 7:54AM1.56m | 8:35PM1.52m | 9:02AM1.51m | 9:40PM1.38m | |||||||
— | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | |
9:59 | — | — | 9:58 | — | — | 9:57 | — | — | 9:55 | — | — | 9:54 | — | — | 9:53 | — | — | 9:52 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 26 | 19 | 28 | 28 | 21 | 29 | 30 | 22 | 27 | 28 | 24 | 28 | 29 | 24 | 27 | 28 | 21 | 21 | 20 |
Feels °C | 17 | 12 | 22 | 21 | 14 | 24 | 24 | 17 | 25 | 22 | 21 | 27 | 26 | 20 | 24 | 24 | 19 | 19 | 17 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 7 | W 9 | W 9 | W 11 | W 11 | W 11 | NNW 4 | W 10 | W 10 | WNW 4 | W 9 | W 9 | WNW 3 | W 9 | S 4 | NW 3 | W 8 | — | W 8 |
1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 9 | 2 | 8 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | — | 1 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 10 | W 12 | W 12 | W 8 | W 5 | W 8 | W 10 | — | — | W 10 | — | — | W 9 | — | W 8 | W 8 | — | — | W 10 |
2 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | — | — | 7 | — | — | 2 | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | 2 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 13 | W 7 | W 7 | W 8 | — | — | — | W 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 4 | NE 4 | NE 3 | NE 3 | NE 3 | NE 3 | NE 3 | NE 3 | N 2 | NE 3 | ENE 3 | — | — | SSE 3 | — | — | — | W 3 | W 5 |
12 | 12 | 2 | 13 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | 5 | 43 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 324 | 324 | 386 | 324 | 356 | 394 | 356 | 356 | 430 | 356 | 181 | 386 | 356 | 403 | 659 | 444 | 730 | 720 | 78 |
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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.
Rade de Croisic is 10 km (6 miles) from Guerande. If you plan a holiday in Loire Atlantique, look for hotels and other accommodation in Guerande. Guerande has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.










