Saint Leu Surf Break

Lat Long: 21.16° S 55.29° E

Saint Leu Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 3 pm 17 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Saint Leu sea temperature is
24.4° C
0.9° 

Saint Leu surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Saint Leu surf forecast from 17 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 20 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 17s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 20 Jul, 1PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 14s period, SSW swell with 2,334 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 17 Jul, 7PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 15s period with S 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 Friday (Jul 17) at 7PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 15s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Saint Leu in the next 16 days are 2.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 20) at 1PM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.2m 7s period and expected on Thursday (Jul 23) at 10PM.

Wave TypeTime (+04) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 7PM (Fri 17th Jul)4.5ft (1.3m) 15s
Best Surf 1AM (Mon 20th Jul)3.5ft (1.1m) 17s
Most Powerful 1PM (Mon 20th Jul)8ft (2.5m) 14s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Saint Leu over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Right, g’day, this is Rusty. Let’s have a look at what’s on the menu for the next couple of weeks.

First up, we’ve got a solid run building at Saint Leu (Réunion) – a classic point break that loves a clean south-west swell. The water temp is sitting at 76° right now, which is bang on average for this time of year, so no surprises there.

The action kicks off Friday afternoon, 17 July, with a clean 5ft south swell, 16-second period, and a light cross-offshore breeze. It’s not huge, but it’s tidy and the energy is moderate (972). A nice little warm-up.

Saturday 18 July holds smaller but still clean – 4ft south swell in the morning, dropping to 3ft in the afternoon. Both sessions have light cross-off winds and clean faces. Good for a paddle but not a standout.

Sunday 19 July is where things get interesting. Morning is glassy with a 3ft south-west swell, 16-second period, and the energy is ramping up (577). Afternoon stays clean with cross-off winds. This is a real sweet spot: clean, consistent, and that long period means the waves will have proper shape.

Monday 20 July is the first big call – 8ft south-west swell, 14-second period, and glassy conditions all day. This is expert territory. The energy is strong (2333 in the morning, 2231 in the afternoon). If you’ve got the skill, this is a top-shelf day.

Tuesday 21 July gets a bit messy. The swell is still 6-6ft, but the wind goes onshore and cross-onshore, so the quality drops. Not the best.

Wednesday 22 July swings back nicely – moderate offshore winds all day, 5-5ft south swell, 12-second period, and clean. The energy is moderate-strong (872-1008). A solid, reliable day.

Thursday 23 July continues with light to moderate offshore winds, 3-5ft south swell, and clean conditions. Very surfable.

Friday 24 July through Saturday 25 July keeps the offshore flow going, with 3-4ft south-west swell, 13-15-second periods. Clean, consistent, and crowd factor is “sometimes” – so expect a few locals out, but nothing crazy.

Sunday 26 July is a glassy gem with tiny 2ft south-west swell in the morning, but a very long 21-second period – that’s groundswell, and it’ll wrap nicely into the point. Afternoon picks up to 3ft, 20-second period, and the energy is strong (1130). A sneaky good day for a longboard or a fun shape.

Now, Monday 27 July is a massive standout. 10ft south-west swell, 16-second period, glassy in the morning. The energy is very strong (4219). This is for experts only. The afternoon stays big but the wind goes cross-shore, so the morning is the session to chase.

Tuesday 28 July is onshore and messy with 7-6ft swell – skip it.

Wednesday 29 July is the absolute peak of the forecast. 13ft south-west swell, 18-second period, glassy in the morning. The energy is exceptional (9307). This is a true big-wave day. Only for the most experienced. If you’re not ready for that, stay on the beach and watch.

Thursday 30 July stays big at 10ft, with moderate offshore winds, but the energy is still very strong (4542-3913). Still expert territory.

Friday 31 July through Saturday 1 August – the swell eases a bit but remains solid. 6-13ft south-west to south swells, with offshore winds and very strong energy. The last few days are a big-wave playground.

The Standouts: If you’ve got the skill, Wednesday 29 July is the one – 13ft, 18-second period, glassy, and exceptional energy. For the average surfer, Sunday 19 July and Sunday 26 July offer the best combo of clean, manageable size, and classic point-break shape.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Fri afternoon, min 21°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Tue morning, min 21°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light.

Fri
17
Saturday
18
Sunday
19
Monday
20
Tuesday
21
Wednesday
22
Thursday
23
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3
3
4
4
3
3
3
Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
1.4
S
16
1.3
S
14
1.1
S
13
0.9
SSW
11
0.7
SW
16
1
SW
16
1.1
SW
15
1.1
SSW
17
2.5
SSW
14
2.5
SSW
13
2.2
SSW
12
1.7
SSW
12
1.8
SSW
12
1.7
S
12
1.5
S
12
1.6
S
12
1.7
S
12
1.6
S
12
1
S
12
0.9
SSW
15
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
967
694
402
209
257
462
479
734
2311
2231
1430
876
872
773
604
711
816
702
262
377
Wind (km/h)
15
SSW
10
SSE
10
S
10
S
5
SSE
5
S
10
SSW
0
ESE
0
S
5
E
5
NNE
5
NW
10
W
10
SE
20
SSE
25
SSE
10
ESE
10
SE
20
SE
15
ESE
Wind State
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
off
glassy
cross-off
glassy
glassy
glassy
glassy
on
cross-on
off
off
off
cross-off
off
off
off
High Tide
3:01AM0.54m
4:04PM0.48m
3:35AM0.49m
4:32PM0.46m
4:07AM0.43m
4:58PM0.43m
4:44AM0.37m
5:29PM0.41m
6:03AM0.32m
6:28PM0.39m
11:41AM0.34m
8:59PM0.38m
Low Tide
9:07PM0.21m
9:37AM0.09m
9:46PM0.23m
10:08AM0.16m
10:29PM0.25m
10:35AM0.21m
11:24PM0.27m
10:58AM0.26m
1:04AM0.28m
11:13AM0.30m
3:27AM0.25m
2:37PM0.32m
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6:54
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Temp °C
23
22
23
22
22
23
22
21
22
22
22
23
23
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21
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Feels °C
23
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23
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23
23
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24
24
22
21
18
19
21
20
20
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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.

Are you planning a holiday in Réunion Island? If you are looking for accommodation near Saint Leu, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in Réunion Island, consider staying in Saint-Leu which is 1 km (1 miles) away. Other places in and around Réunion Island where you can find information about places to rent, and car hire include Saint-Paul which is 17 km (11 miles) away, Saint-Louis, Le Tampon and Saint-Pierre.

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