Royal Palms State Beach Surf Break

Lat Long: 33.72° N 118.34° W

Royal Palms State Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 4 pm 12 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Royal Palms State Beach sea temperature is
20.7° C
2.6° 

Royal Palms State Beach surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Royal Palms State Beach surf forecast from 13 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 15 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 18s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 18 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 13s period, S swell with 289 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 15 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 18s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Royal Palms State Beach this week:

The surf forecast for Royal Palms State Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 15) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.4m and 18s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 6s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Royal Palms State Beach in the next 16 days are 0.9m 13s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 18) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.2m 2s period and expected on Thursday (Jul 16) at 8AM.

Wave TypeTime (PDT) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 5AM (Wed 15th Jul)1.5ft (0.4m) 18s
Best Surf 5AM (Wed 15th Jul)1.5ft (0.4m) 18s
Most Powerful 8PM (Sat 18th Jul)3ft (0.9m) 13s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Royal Palms State Beach over the next 16 days.


Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s break down what’s on the table for the next couple of weeks.

Right off the bat, I gotta be straight with you – this is a tough stretch. We’re looking at a long, lean period with no real surf to speak of for the first twelve days. From July 12th all the way through July 23rd, the waves are small, weak, and messy. The combined swell energy is mostly in the low to mid hundreds (236 to 468), which is pretty weak to moderate, but the problem is the wind. It’s almost always onshore or cross-onshore, keeping things choppy and lumpy. The water is running much warmer than usual for this time of year at 69°F, which is over 5°F above average, so it’s a notable anomaly.

The first real chance of anything even marginal comes on July 24th (Friday morning) at Royal Palms State Beach. We’ve got a small 3 ft swell from the S with a period of 13 seconds, and the combined energy hits 403. The wind is light and cross-onshore, so it’s going to be a bit rippled but not completely blown out. It’s a sheltered reef and point break, so it can handle a bit of chop better than a beach. This is a strict beginner-level spot, and it’s inconsistent, so don’t expect much. The crowds are only sometimes an issue here, but honestly, with conditions this marginal, you’ll probably have it to yourself. This is the best we’ve got, and it’s barely a 1 out of 10 on the score sheet.

On July 25th (Saturday morning), the swell holds at 3 ft from the SSW, but the period drops to 12 seconds. The combined energy is 504. The wind actually goes offshore (WSW) with a light breeze, so the morning might look glassy. That’s a major positive. But it’s still a tiny wave, and the break is inconsistent. It’s your best bet across the entire 16-day window, but it’s far from a standout.

After that, the final days of July 26th and 27th see the swell drop back down to 2 ft and 2 ft, with long period energy (19 and 18 seconds) but the wind stays onshore or cross. The power is there in the 300s, but the size just isn’t. For a reef and point setup, that long period might actually make the waves too straight for a quality ride.

So, here’s the call: If you’re desperate, the morning of July 25th is the only window worth a look. Otherwise, it’s a long wait. The forecasts can change, but for now, this is a blank run that’s pretty normal for a sheltered spot like this.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Tue afternoon, min 19°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Sat morning, min 19°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

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14
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19
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18
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18
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18
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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107
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233
235
Wind (km/h)
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15
WSW
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20
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High Tide
8:05PM2.53m
10:11AM1.58m
8:57PM2.58m
10:54AM1.64m
9:46PM2.56m
11:35AM1.69m
10:35PM2.45m
12:17PM1.75m
11:24PM2.25m
12:59PM1.80m
00:13AM2.00m
1:41PM1.84m
1:07AM1.73m
Low Tide
3:34AM-0.12m
2:35PM1.05m
4:19AM-0.16m
3:30PM1.00m
5:03AM-0.12m
4:24PM0.97m
5:44AM-0.01m
5:21PM0.95m
6:24AM0.16m
6:21PM0.96m
7:01AM0.36m
7:28PM0.96m
7:37AM0.58m
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Information about the Royal Palms State Beach Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Royal Palms State Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Royal Palms State Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Royal Palms State Beach 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 (Royal Palms State Beach) 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 Royal Palms State Beach 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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