
Surf Forecasts:
Saint Leu surf forecast from 27 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 27 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 16s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 27 Jul, 1PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 16s period, SW swell with 4,688 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 27 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 16s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Saint Leu this week:
The surf forecast for Saint Leu over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 27) at 10AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.1m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 2.5m and 13s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Saint Leu in the next 16 days are 3.0m 16s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 27) at 1PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.0m 8s period and expected on Monday (Aug 03) at 7AM.
| Wave Type | Time (+04) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10AM (Mon 27th Jul) | 7ft (2.1m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 10AM (Mon 27th Jul) | 7ft (2.1m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 1PM (Mon 27th Jul) | 10ft (3.0m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Saint Leu over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Right, mate, Rusty here. Let’s have a proper look at what’s cooking over the next 16 days for Saint-Leu. This is a classic setup, a point break that’s exposed and needs the swell from the WSW to really fire. And fire it will.
We’ve got a bit of a slow start, but hold on, because from Monday the 27th of July, it all kicks off. The water is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, sitting at 77°.
The standout session is Monday morning, the 27th of July. Saint-Leu is going to be absolutely pumping. The swell is a solid 7 ft from the SW with a very long period of 16 seconds. The combined energy is massive at 4454, and the wind is glassy from the WNW. This is proper groundswell, that long period will shape up beautifully on the point, but it’s powerful stuff. Over 8 ft later in the afternoon, so this is for the experienced crew only. The waves will be big, clean, and lined up. Expect crowds here, it’s a classic spot and it’s going to be on.
The rest of the first week stays excellent. Tuesday the 28th of July morning is glassy again with a 7 ft SW swell, period 14 seconds. The energy is still very strong at 3442. Wednesday the 29th of July is glassy and calm, with a 7 ft swell. The energy drops a touch but is still strong at 1906. Thursday the 30th of July holds on with glassy conditions and a 6 ft SW swell, period 16 seconds, energy at 1765.
We hit a bit of a lull from the 31st of July through to the 6th of August. The surf gets smaller, the wind gets a bit messier, and the energy drops into the moderate range. Not a write-off, but nothing to get excited about. The 3rd of August sees a 4 ft swell, energy down to 826. The 4th of August has a tiny 3 ft swell. The 5th and 6th of August have some onshore wind, making things a bit choppy.
Then, keep your eyes on Sunday the 9th of August. A new pulse of swell arrives. The morning is glassy with a 6 ft SW swell, period 16 seconds, and energy back up to 1893. It’s strong and clean.
But the real standout of the second week is Monday the 10th of August. The afternoon session is the pick. We’ve got a 7 ft SW swell, period 16 seconds, energy at 2325, and a clean offshore wind from the SE. It’s going to be a bit of a paddle, but the reward will be perfect, hollow waves on the point. Again, this is for experienced surfers. Tuesday the 11th of August morning keeps the offshore wind, with a 7 ft SW swell, period 15 seconds. The wind picks up to a moderate breeze, but it’s still offshore, keeping it clean.
So, the call is simple. The first Monday and Tuesday are the best of the first week. The second Monday afternoon is the standout of the second week. Get out there.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Warm (max 24°C on Tue morning, min 22°C on Mon afternoon). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Thu afternoon. Warm (max 24°C on Thu morning, min 22°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | |||||||||||||||
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Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 12 | SW 14 | SSW 17 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
2328 | 4433 | 1290 | 1728 | 3185 | 2546 | 1906 | 1411 | 1151 | 722 | 1765 | 1799 | 1677 | 1415 | 1358 | 2144 | 1763 | 1670 | 1028 | 1608 | 1087 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | glassy | glassy | glassy | cross-off | on | glassy | glassy | on | glassy | glassy | glassy | cross-on | glassy | glassy | cross-off | cross-on | glassy | glassy | glassy | glassy |
High Tide | 12:44PM0.43m | 00:00AM0.50m | 1:04PM0.46m | 00:28AM0.53m | 1:25PM0.48m | 00:55AM0.56m | 1:47PM0.50m | 1:22AM0.57m | 2:10PM0.52m | 1:50AM0.57m | 2:34PM0.53m | 2:19AM0.56m | 3:01PM0.53m | 2:51AM0.53m | |||||||
Low Tide | 6:06PM0.21m | 6:38AM0.05m | 6:33PM0.19m | 7:05AM0.04m | 7:00PM0.18m | 7:30AM0.04m | 7:26PM0.17m | 7:55AM0.04m | 7:53PM0.17m | 8:19AM0.06m | 8:22PM0.17m | 8:44AM0.08m | 8:54PM0.18m | ||||||||
6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | |
— | 5:58 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:59 | — | — | 5:59 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | |
mm | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 23 | 22 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 23 |
Feels °C | 24 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SW 16 | SW 12 | SW 14 | SSW 17 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 |
2126 | 4433 | 1290 | 1728 | 3185 | 2546 | 1906 | 1411 | 1151 | 722 | 1765 | 1799 | 1677 | 1415 | 1358 | 2144 | 1763 | 1670 | 1028 | 1608 | 1087 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | ESE 8 | SW 15 | SSW 18 | SSW 10 | SSW 9 | ESE 11 | ESE 11 | ESE 10 | SW 17 | ESE 11 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | SSW 18 | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | SSW 17 | SE 9 | SE 8 |
2328 | 28 | 966 | 1714 | 256 | 101 | 46 | 44 | 42 | 679 | 47 | 43 | 38 | 36 | 565 | 16 | 17 | 26 | 622 | 39 | 70 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 8 | — | SE 9 | SE 8 | E 10 | ESE 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 9 | ESE 12 | E 10 | SE 10 | ESE 10 | SSW 19 | ESE 9 | SE 9 | — | S 16 | ESE 8 | SSE 8 | — |
35 | — | 19 | 18 | 196 | 41 | 96 | 96 | 62 | 54 | 96 | 108 | 65 | 123 | 32 | 20 | — | 5 | 27 | 7 | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | E 9 | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 325 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Information about the Saint Leu Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Saint Leu provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Saint Leu can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Saint Leu 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 (Saint Leu) 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 Saint Leu 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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