Takanabe Surf Break

Lat Long: 32.15° N 131.54° E

Takanabe Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 2 pm 13 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Takanabe sea temperature is
28.5° C
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Takanabe surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Takanabe surf forecast from 13 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 15 Aug, 12AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 11s period, E swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 17 Aug, 3AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 10s period, E swell with 326 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 14 Aug, 3AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 8s period with S swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Takanabe this week:

The surf forecast for Takanabe over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 14) at 3AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 9s. Another secondary swell of 0.5m and 4s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Takanabe in the next 16 days are 1.3m 10s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 17) at 3AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives.

Wave TypeTime (JST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 3AM (Fri 14th Aug)2ft (0.6m) 8s
Best Surf12AM (Sat 15th Aug)2.5ft (0.8m) 11s
Most Powerful 3AM (Mon 17th Aug)4.5ft (1.3m) 10s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, let’s get into it. Rusty here, lookin’ at the Takanabe stretch.

Right off the bat, we’ve got a bit of a slow start. The first few days are pretty ordinary with small, weak waves and tricky winds. You’ll see some tiny 2ft swell, mostly from the south and east, but the energy’s low (121 – moderate but barely). Water’s sitting at a normal 83°, nothing weird going on there.

Friday the 14th morning is glassy, but the swell’s still tiny at 2ft. It’s surfable but nothing to write home about.

Saturday the 15th morning is the first real window—dead calm, glassy, with 3ft east swell at a decent 10 seconds. The energy climbs a bit (219), and it’s clean. A good little session for the beginners or longboarders.

Sunday the 16th morning holds up with 3ft at 10 seconds, clean cross-off breeze from the NNE. Another fun one for the early crew.

Monday the 17th morning is looking better—4ft of east-southeast swell, glassy conditions, moderate energy (315). That’s the pick of the first week. Clean, a bit more push, still friendly for most.

Things get a bit messy through the middle of the week with onshore winds and drop in quality, but the mornings could still offer a wave if you’re keen.

Now, here’s where it gets interesting. Sunday the 23rd morning lights up with a solid 6ft groundswell from the southeast, a very long 16-second period, and a massive energy jump (1528). That’s strong, clean, and for experienced surfers only. The afternoon gets even better—8ft, 17-second period, glassy—but that’s big and powerful, definitely expert territory. This is the standout: long-period groundswell, clean, and a lot of water moving. The point and reef setups will love it, but beach breaks might close out. Crowds are possible here, so get out early.

Monday the 24th through Wednesday the 26th sees the swell getting too big for Takanabe—11ft to 13ft, even with glassy mornings, it’s way over the top for this break. Only for the truly skilled or the kites.

Thursday the 27th morning drops back to a still-chunky 8ft from the east, 13-second period, glassy. Another excellent window for experienced surfers, with strong energy (1922).

By Friday the 28th, it’s fizzled out to tiny 2ft and weak energy (60). Back to the small stuff.

Overall best bet: Sunday the 23rd morning for experienced surfers—clean, powerful, long-period groundswell. If you’re less experienced, Monday the 17th morning is your best shot for clean, manageable waves.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Thu night. Warm (max 29°C on Thu afternoon, min 23°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Warm (max 29°C on Tue afternoon, min 24°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

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Energy kJ
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143
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Wind (km/h)
15
SSE
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High Tide
7:04PM1.96m
6:37AM2.00m
7:33PM1.95m
7:20AM1.96m
8:00PM1.93m
8:02AM1.87m
8:26PM1.88m
8:43AM1.75m
8:51PM1.81m
9:27AM1.60m
9:15PM1.74m
10:18AM1.45m
9:40PM1.65m
Low Tide
00:50AM0.66m
1:09PM0.08m
1:27AM0.56m
1:43PM0.23m
2:03AM0.50m
2:14PM0.41m
2:39AM0.49m
2:43PM0.60m
3:16AM0.51m
3:10PM0.80m
3:57AM0.57m
3:35PM0.98m
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Information about the Takanabe Surf forecast

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