
Surf Forecasts:
Rehoboth Main surf forecast from 13 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 19 Jul, 5PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 6s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 19 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 7s period, S swell with 107 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 19 Jul, 5PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 6s period with S swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Rehoboth Main this week:
The surf forecast for Rehoboth Main over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 19) at 5PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 6s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 6s. Another secondary swell of 0.1m and 13s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Rehoboth Main in the next 16 days are 1.1m 7s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 19) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 5s period and expected on Wednesday (Jul 15) at 11PM.
| Wave Type | Time (EDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5PM (Sun 19th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 6s |
| Best Surf | 5PM (Sun 19th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 6s |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Sun 19th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Rehoboth Main over the next 16 days.
Alright, Rusty here. Let’s get into it.
Right off the bat, I’ve got to be straight with you. For the next 16 days, there’s not a single session that’s worth getting excited about. The surf is flat, the energy is weak, and we’re looking at a real dry spell.
The first few days cover the 12th to the 14th of July. Small, weak swell from the east-southeast around 3ft to 3ft with a short, choppy period of 5 to 6 seconds. The combined energy is barely a whisper (41 to 62). Wind is on it or cross-on, making things messy. Not a wave worth paddling for.
Then from the 15th through the 27th, it’s a real grind. Swell heights barely touch 1ft most days, with the occasional bump to 4ft on the 20th, but even then the period is a short 5 seconds and the combined energy is still low (91). The wind flips around, but it’s mostly cross-off or light, which would be great if there was any actual swell to ride. Instead, it’s clean but flat.
Rehoboth Main (Rehoboth-Main) is the only break on offer. It’s a beginner spot, exposed to the east, but it’s always crowded and the waves are just not there. The water temp is about 74°F, which is pretty normal for this time of year, nothing to write home about.
There’s a long gap here with no real recommendations. We’re talking well over a week of nothing. It’s one of those blank runs that’s more normal for the area when the swell just doesn’t line up. Forecasts can change, but right now, leave the board in the car. If you’re desperate, the setup on the 20th with that 4ft south swell and cross-off wind might look more interesting for a kite than a paddle.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 36°C on Wed afternoon, min 22°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummarySome drizzle, heaviest during Thu night. Warm (max 33°C on Wed night, min 22°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 13 | Tuesday 14 | Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sun 19 | |||||||||||||||
Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 6 | ESE 6 | ESE 6 | E 6 | ESE 9 | S 5 | ESE 9 | SE 9 | SE 9 | S 5 | SSE 5 | S 5 | ESE 8 | SSE 5 | ESE 8 | SSE 5 | SSE 4 | S 5 | SSE 6 | SSE 6 | S 6 |
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55 | 47 | 30 | 17 | 8 | 13 | 16 | 20 | 20 | 17 | 9 | 13 | 6 | 5 | 7 | 4 | 10 | 43 | 66 | 33 | 84 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off |
High Tide | 7:07AM1.09m | 7:45PM1.66m | 8:04AM1.13m | 8:40PM1.66m | 8:59AM1.18m | 9:32PM1.62m | 9:53AM1.21m | 10:22PM1.55m | 10:45AM1.23m | 11:10PM1.44m | 11:36AM1.23m | 11:57PM1.31m | 12:27PM1.22m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 1:19AM-0.03m | 1:07PM-0.21m | 2:13AM-0.09m | 2:03PM-0.25m | 3:04AM-0.13m | 2:58PM-0.26m | 3:53AM-0.14m | 3:52PM-0.21m | 4:41AM-0.12m | 4:46PM-0.13m | 5:28AM-0.08m | 5:42PM-0.02m | 6:15AM-0.02m | 6:39PM0.09m | |||||||
— | 5:46 | — | — | 5:46 | — | — | 5:47 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:50 | — | |
8:25 | — | 8:24 | — | — | 8:24 | — | — | 8:23 | — | — | 8:23 | — | — | 8:22 | — | — | 8:22 | — | — | 8:22 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | — | — |
Temp °C | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 28 | 27 | 30 | 36 | 33 | 28 | 32 | 30 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 27 | 29 | 27 | 28 | 33 |
Feels °C | 21 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 31 | 37 | 35 | 30 | 33 | 28 | 21 | 24 | 23 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 28 | 34 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 10 | SE 9 | SE 9 | E 6 | ESE 5 | ESE 6 | S 4 | S 4 | SE 9 | S 5 | SSE 5 | SSE 5 | SSE 5 | SSE 5 | SSE 5 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SSE 6 | SSE 6 | SSE 6 |
4 | 3 | 3 | 17 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 6 | 20 | 17 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 66 | 33 | 26 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 6 | SE 9 | SE 9 | SSE 5 | SSE 5 | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | SE 9 | — | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | SE 8 | ESE 8 | NE 4 | — | E 13 | E 13 | E 13 | E 13 |
3 | 13 | 13 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 16 | 20 | — | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 7 | 1 | — | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | ESE 10 | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | E 8 | E 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NE 4 | E 14 | E 14 | — | — | — | E 8 |
— | — | 9 | 8 | 8 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 4 | 4 | — | — | — | 1 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 6 | ESE 6 | ESE 6 | — | — | S 5 | WSW 3 | WSW 3 | S 4 | WSW 3 | — | S 5 | N 3 | N 3 | — | SSE 5 | SSE 4 | S 5 | — | — | S 6 |
55 | 47 | 30 | — | — | 13 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 2 | — | 13 | 1 | 1 | — | 4 | 10 | 43 | — | — | 84 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 704 | 470 | 470 | 470 | 599 | 192 | 295 | 119 | 263 | 53 | 1043 | 560 | 1033 | 1167 | 1033 | 1364 | 1041 | 1486 | 189 | 11 | 0 |
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Information about the Rehoboth Main Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Rehoboth Main provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Rehoboth Main can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Rehoboth Main 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 (Rehoboth Main) 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 Rehoboth Main 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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