
Surf Forecasts:
Salamumu surf forecast from 5 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 9 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 17s period, SW swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 9 Jul, 4PM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 17s period, SW swell with 2,748 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 9 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 17s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Salamumu this week:
The surf forecast for Salamumu over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 09) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 17s period with a secondary swell of 1.2m and 14s. Another secondary swell of 1.0m and 6s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Salamumu in the next 16 days are 2.2m 17s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 09) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 9s period and expected on Thursday (Jul 09) at 1PM.
| Wave Type | Time (+13) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7AM (Thu 9th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 17s |
| Best Surf | 7AM (Thu 9th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 17s |
| Most Powerful | 4PM (Thu 9th Jul) | 7ft (2.2m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Salamumu over the next 16 days.
Updates in hr min s Forecast update imminent
Alright, Rusty here, let's see what we've got for Salamumu.
Right off the bat, things are looking pretty rough. The next few days are a write-off. We've got a solid south swell showing up from July 5th through the 8th, but the wind is just junk—onshore and howling, making a mess of things. The combined wave energy is moderate at best, and the reports are all saying the same thing: poor conditions. No point even looking at it.
The first real glimmer of hope comes on Thursday, July 9th. The wind swings around to a light offshore from the north, and we’ve got a decent SW groundswell building. Thursday afternoon is where it's at: 7ft of swell from the SW at a long period of 17 seconds, with clean, offshore wind. The combined energy is pumping (2848). This setup is tailor-made for a reef break like Salamumu, though that long period (over 15 seconds) means the sets will be few and far between, but they'll have plenty of push. This is advanced territory with that size and power, but for those who know what they're doing, it's going to be special. There is a chance of a thunderstorm, so keep an eye on the sky.
Friday the 10th is still rideable but a step down. The swell drops a touch to 7ft from the same SW direction, but the wind goes cross-onshore, putting a bit of a ripple on the face. The energy is still high, but it'll be a little bumpier than Thursday.
After that, it's back to the struggle. From Saturday the 11th all the way through the end of the outlook on July 20th, we are looking at a long run of onshore to cross-onshore winds hammering any swell that arrives. The swell hangs around, sometimes getting big (over 8ft on the 19th and 20th), but the wind stays relentless. For the second week, it's a right-off, with near gale-force winds predicted towards the end. This setup would actually be more interesting for a kite surfer than a paddle surfer.
The water temp is sitting at a warm 82°, which is bang on average for this time of year, so no surprises there.
So here’s the call: the standout is Thursday afternoon, July 9th. That's a four-hour window of magic if the thunderstorms hold off. Get it while you can, because after that, it’s a long wait.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Mon morning, min 23°C on Sun night). Mainly strong winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 28mm), heaviest during Wed night. Warm (max 27°C on Wed night, min 25°C on Wed morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 5 | Monday 6 | Tuesday 7 | Wednesday 8 | Thursday 9 | Friday 10 | Saturday 11 | |||||||||||||||
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Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 13 | S 12 | S 11 | S 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SW 17 | SSE 10 | SW 20 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
643 | 1048 | 663 | 466 | 407 | 427 | 353 | 296 | 156 | 179 | 241 | 1312 | 2165 | 2748 | 2285 | 1967 | 1680 | 1299 | 824 | 907 | 754 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | off | off | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 10:38PM0.91m | 10:45AM0.95m | 11:26PM0.94m | 11:38AM0.93m | 00:18AM0.97m | 12:38PM0.93m | 1:15AM1.02m | 1:41PM0.93m | 2:13AM1.08m | 2:44PM0.96m | 3:12AM1.14m | 3:46PM1.00m | |||||||||
Low Tide | 4:18PM0.26m | 4:32AM0.34m | 5:01PM0.27m | 5:27AM0.33m | 5:50PM0.27m | 6:28AM0.31m | 6:46PM0.25m | 7:32AM0.26m | 7:45PM0.23m | 8:37AM0.20m | 8:46PM0.19m | 9:39AM0.12m | 9:46PM0.14m | ||||||||
6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | |
— | 6:10 | — | — | 6:12 | — | — | 6:12 | — | — | 6:12 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:13 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 14 | 2 | 3 | 4 | — | 2 | 1 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 24 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 |
Feels °C | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 26 | 26 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 27 | 25 | 26 | 26 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 13 | SW 13 | S 11 | S 11 | SSE 11 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 17 | SSE 9 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 |
643 | 44 | 663 | 466 | 407 | 32 | 30 | 47 | 90 | 179 | 151 | 1312 | 2165 | 2748 | 2285 | 1967 | 1680 | 1299 | 824 | 907 | 754 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | NNE 8 | SSW 14 | SW 13 | SW 14 | NE 8 | SW 18 | SSW 13 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SE 10 | SE 10 | SE 10 | SSE 10 | SE 11 | NE 8 | SE 10 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 19 |
85 | 7 | 62 | 26 | 30 | 11 | 50 | 18 | 143 | 124 | 157 | 167 | 122 | 100 | 130 | 94 | 18 | 39 | 155 | 249 | 299 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 8 | SW 18 | SW 13 | NNE 8 | NE 9 | S 14 | ENE 7 | NNE 9 | NNE 9 | SW 21 | SW 20 | NE 9 | NNW 11 | NNE 9 | NNE 8 | NE 8 | S 9 | SW 19 | SE 10 | SE 10 | SW 16 |
7 | 12 | 43 | 7 | 12 | 15 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 72 | 241 | 29 | 12 | 42 | 28 | 18 | 6 | 96 | 37 | 39 | 163 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 7 | S 12 | — | SE 3 | ESE 6 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SE 7 | ESE 4 | ESE 4 | ESE 7 | NE 9 | — | — | — | SE 11 | S 5 | SSW 5 | — | — |
195 | 1048 | — | 1 | 39 | 427 | 353 | 296 | 156 | 15 | 7 | 125 | 39 | — | — | — | 117 | 53 | 48 | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 863 | 863 | 863 | 121 | 575 | 575 | 1129 | 1129 | 575 | 1239 | 121 | 47 | 64 | 0 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 998 | 1182 | 1129 |
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Information about the Salamumu Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Salamumu provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Salamumu can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Salamumu 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 (Salamumu) 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 Salamumu 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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