
Surf Forecasts:
Royal Palms State Beach surf forecast from 17 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 19 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 13s period, S swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 20 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 16s period, SSW swell with 561 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 18 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 16s 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 Saturday (Jul 18) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.4m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 11s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Royal Palms State Beach in the next 16 days are 1.1m 16s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 20) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Sat 18th Jul) | 1.5ft (0.4m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Sun 19th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 13s |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Mon 20th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Royal Palms State Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here again. Let’s look at the same picture but in feet and mph. The outlook for Royal Palms State Beach is a rough one. It’s a sheltered reef and point that needs a SW swell and a NE offshore, but the forecast is a long, flat spell with mostly poor conditions. The wave energy is surprisingly strong at times – values like 282 (moderate) and even a 544 (strong) on the 23rd – but the quality just isn’t there. The water is a warm 69.8°, which is about 5.0° warmer than usual for this time of year – that’s much warmer than normal, a real standout.
Right now, and for the first week, it’s a scratch. There’s tiny swell from the SW, but every session is marked as poor surf. The wind is a constant problem – mostly onshore or cross-onshore, with a few cross-shore days. The waves are tiny, under 2.6 ft, with a long period that’s all over the place, from 14 to 19 seconds. That long period should mean good shape, but with the wind and the size, it’s just messy. The 16th is a clean 1.3 ft SW swell with a 16-second period, but with a light onshore breeze and poor conditions, it’s a no-go. That’s the story all the way through the 22nd.
We see a slight bump on the 23rd with a 3.3 ft S swell, still a long 15-second period, but the wave comment is still ‘marginal’ at best. The wind is light onshore in the morning, so it’s the only flicker of hope in the first week, but I wouldn’t get excited. The energy is strong (544) but the quality is poor.
The second week is more of the same, but with a bit more size. The 25th of July morning shows a 3.6 ft SSW swell, with a 13-second period, and a light cross-onshore breeze. It’s still only marginal. The 26th and 27th mornings have a similar story – 2.3 ft to 3.0 ft SW swell, long periods around 18-19 seconds, and light onshore air. The energy is high (792 and 755 respectively), but it’s just not clean. The 28th morning has a cross-shore light breeze, which is a positive, but the 3.0 ft SSW swell is still in that marginal zone.
Honestly, there’s no standout day here. The best on offer is the 23rd of July Thursday morning with that 3.3 ft S swell and light onshore wind, but it’s a scrappy one. The 25th of July Saturday morning is the next best, with a 3.6 ft SSW swell and a light cross-onshore breeze. For a beginner spot, this is frustrating. The consistency is listed as ‘inconsistent’, and the crowds are ‘sometimes’. With the small size and poor quality, it’s not worth the drive. This setup looks more interesting for a kite surfer than a paddle surfer.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Thu afternoon, min 19°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Mon afternoon, min 19°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Thu 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | ||||||||||||||
PM | 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 16 | SW 19 | SW 19 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SSW 12 | SW 15 | SW 16 | SW 14 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSE 14 | S 16 |
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88 | 91 | 94 | 74 | 76 | 246 | 201 | 66 | 232 | 298 | 329 | 232 | 248 | 153 | 147 | 256 | 291 | 186 | 218 | 494 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | cross | cross | cross-on | cross | cross | on | cross | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on |
High Tide | 11:24PM2.25m | 12:59PM1.80m | 00:13AM2.00m | 1:41PM1.84m | 1:07AM1.73m | 2:25PM1.86m | 2:13AM1.47m | 3:12PM1.88m | 3:49AM1.29m | 4:02PM1.89m | 6:02AM1.23m | 4:55PM1.91m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 5:21PM0.95m | 6:24AM0.16m | 6:21PM0.96m | 7:01AM0.36m | 7:28PM0.96m | 7:37AM0.58m | 8:47PM0.94m | 8:12AM0.79m | 10:17PM0.88m | 8:50AM0.98m | 11:45PM0.76m | 9:39AM1.13m | 00:51AM0.63m | |||||||
— | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | |
8:04 | — | — | 8:02 | — | — | 8:02 | — | — | 8:01 | — | — | 8:01 | — | — | 8:00 | — | — | 8:00 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 21 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 22 |
Feels °C | 22 | 20 | 20 | 22 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 19 | 19 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 9 | W 7 | W 7 | W 6 | SW 15 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSE 11 | SW 17 | S 13 | SSW 12 | SW 15 | SSW 13 | SSW 11 | SW 13 | SSW 11 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSE 14 | W 6 |
58 | 24 | 22 | 13 | 76 | 246 | 201 | 40 | 232 | 173 | 329 | 232 | 222 | 128 | 136 | 133 | 291 | 186 | 218 | 76 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | WSW 6 | WSW 6 | WSW 5 | SW 16 | SSE 11 | SW 17 | W 5 | S 12 | SW 16 | SW 14 | SSW 10 | SSW 15 | SSW 9 | S 14 | SSW 14 | S 16 |
88 | 55 | 74 | 74 | 12 | 12 | 6 | 66 | 37 | 298 | 13 | 132 | 248 | 151 | 78 | 256 | 42 | 148 | 183 | 494 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 12 | SW 19 | SW 19 | SW 18 | W 17 | S 12 | S 12 | W 5 | W 6 | W 15 | W 15 | W 5 | SSW 20 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSE 13 | SSE 15 | SW 8 | SW 7 | SSW 14 |
14 | 91 | 94 | 51 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 5 | 10 | 17 | 17 | 4 | 37 | 153 | 147 | 16 | 46 | 28 | 17 | 180 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | SE 3 | SSE 3 | — | — | — | — | — | WSW 5 | — | — | WSW 4 | W 4 | WNW 4 | W 4 | W 4 | W 4 | W 4 | — |
— | — | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 9 | — | — | 6 | 5 | 5 | 9 | 11 | 8 | 28 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 41 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 72 | 9 | 10 | 72 | 10 | 10 | 72 | 10 | 10 | 72 | 31 | 127 | 156 | 11 |
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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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