Surf Forecasts:
Takanabe surf forecast from 19 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 24 Aug, 9PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 17s period, SE swell with cross-shore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 26 Aug, 12AM (local time) - 18ft (5.5m), 16s period, ESE swell with 16,314 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 20 Aug, 9PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 9s 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 Thursday (Aug 20) at 9PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Takanabe in the next 16 days are 5.5m 16s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 26) at 12AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.9m 6s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 26) at 9AM.
| Wave Type | Time (JST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 9PM (Thu 20th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 9PM (Mon 24th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 17s |
| Most Powerful | 12AM (Wed 26th Aug) | 18ft (5.5m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Takanabe over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s get into it. This is Takanabe, and it’s a bit of a slow starter, to be honest. The first few days of the forecast window are pretty flat and messy, nothing really worth paddling out for. The water temperature is sitting around 84°, which is pretty normal for this time of year, so no surprises there.
The first real glimmer of hope comes early on Friday morning, the 21st. We’ve got a small 3ft swell rolling in from the south, with a 9-second period, and the wind is glassy out of the northeast. That’s clean, surfable conditions, even if the waves aren’t big. The combined energy is moderate at 214, so it’s a solid option for a beginner-friendly session. Keep in mind, Takanabe is an inconsistent spot and can be a bit fickle, so when it’s good, you get on it.
The next standout is a bit further out. Monday the 24th sees a jump in quality. The swell is from the southeast at 3ft in the morning, but the period stretches to 14 seconds, giving it some real groundswell grunt and more shape. The energy is moderate (466). By the afternoon, the swell bumps up to 4ft with a 15-second period, and the energy climbs to 849. The wind is light cross-onshore, so it’s a bit bumpy, but the long period means the waves will have some punch. This is a good window for a more experienced surfer, as the longer period can make beach breaks a bit tricky.
Now, the big stuff arrives late in the forecast. Tuesday the 25th brings a solid 8ft to 8ft southeast swell with a 15-to-16-second period. The energy is very strong (2630 to 3161). The wind is cross-shore, so it’s not glassy, but the waves are meaty. This is expert territory, as the size is getting up there, and the long period will make the sets powerful and a bit more walled.
Wednesday the 26th is a monster, but it’s too big for Takanabe. The swell hits 15ft with a 17-second period, and the energy is massive (12826). The wind is a cross-shore fresh breeze, but the guidance says the surf is too big for this break. This is a pass for paddle surfing, but with those conditions, it might be a better setup for kite surfing.
The beginning of September looks promising, but the swell is still too big for the break on Tuesday the 1st (13ft, 12-second period) and Wednesday the 2nd (10ft, 10-second period). The winds are favorable, with cross-offshore or cross-shore breezes, but the size is just too much for a consistent, beginner-friendly spot like Takanabe.
The best bet for a solid, surfable wave is the morning of Friday the 30th. We’ve got a 7ft swell from the southeast with an 8-second period, and the wind is light cross-shore. The energy is moderate (842). It’s a bit short period, so the waves will be a bit weaker, but it’s clean and manageable.
If you’re looking for something a bit later, the morning of Monday the 31st has a 6ft swell from the east-southeast, an 11-second period, and a nice cross-offshore breeze out of the north-northeast. The energy is moderate (957) and the conditions are clean. That’s a good session for a confident intermediate.
Overall, the best of the window is the Friday morning (21st) for small, clean fun, and the Monday the 24th for a bit more size and proper groundswell energy. The bigger stuff later on is too big for this spot, so keep an eye on the 30th and 31st for something more manageable.
Stay stoked,
Rusty
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 29°C on Thu morning, min 25°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 14mm), heaviest on Tue night. Warm (max 29°C on Sun morning, min 25°C on Sun night). Winds increasing (calm on Sun night, strong winds from the ENE by Tue night). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 8 | SSE 9 | S 9 | S 9 | S 9 | S 9 | S 9 | S 8 | S 9 | S 9 | SE 16 | SE 17 | SE 16 | SE 17 | SE 17 | SE 17 | ESE 17 | ESE 16 | E 15 | E 14 | E 13 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
42 | 135 | 158 | 168 | 127 | 101 | 73 | 66 | 80 | 78 | 198 | 362 | 1970 | 3231 | 5634 | 9548 | 12195 | 16314 | 12158 | 8140 | 5397 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | on | glassy | glassy | on | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross | cross-on | glassy | cross | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 11:33AM1.32m | 10:11PM1.55m | 2:13PM1.29m | 11:05PM1.45m | 4:17PM1.40m | 1:12AM1.40m | 4:47PM1.51m | 2:52AM1.46m | 5:11PM1.61m | 3:51AM1.57m | 5:33PM1.71m | 4:35AM1.69m | 5:56PM1.78m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 4:02PM1.14m | 6:00AM0.71m | 4:49PM1.27m | 7:48AM0.71m | 8:55PM1.30m | 9:13AM0.61m | 10:08PM1.20m | 10:06AM0.49m | 10:42PM1.09m | 10:44AM0.37m | 11:10PM0.97m | 11:17AM0.27m | 11:37PM0.85m | ||||||||
5:39 | — | — | 5:41 | — | — | 5:41 | — | — | 5:41 | — | — | 5:43 | — | — | 5:43 | — | — | 5:43 | — | — | |
— | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:51 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:49 | — | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:45 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 14 | 15 | 18 | 28 |
Temp °C | 29 | 29 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 26 | 29 | 29 | 26 | 28 | 29 | 26 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 26 | 26 |
Feels °C | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 25 | 24 | 25 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 8 | SSE 9 | S 9 | S 9 | S 9 | S 9 | S 9 | S 8 | S 9 | S 9 | E 11 | SE 14 | SE 16 | SE 17 | SE 17 | SE 17 | ESE 17 | ESE 16 | E 15 | E 14 | E 13 |
42 | 135 | 158 | 168 | 127 | 101 | 73 | 66 | 80 | 78 | 110 | 341 | 1970 | 3231 | 5634 | 9548 | 12195 | 16314 | 12158 | 8140 | 5397 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 6 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | ESE 11 | SE 11 | E 9 | E 9 | E 10 | E 10 | S 9 | SE 17 | S 10 | E 10 | SE 6 | SSW 9 | E 15 | — | — | — | NNE 7 |
10 | 40 | 31 | 21 | 46 | 30 | 25 | 41 | 47 | 73 | 58 | 362 | 96 | 68 | 39 | 28 | 69 | — | — | — | 105 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 10 | SE 10 | SE 10 | SE 11 | E 7 | E 7 | ESE 11 | SE 11 | E 14 | SE 15 | SE 16 | E 10 | E 10 | S 10 | E 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
25 | 25 | 27 | 29 | 9 | 8 | 24 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 198 | 69 | 45 | 69 | 45 | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ESE 6 | — | — | — | N 6 | N 7 | N 7 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 53 | — | — | — | 236 | 176 | 286 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 22 | 87 | 0 | 0 | 87 | 0 | 25 | 286 | 0 | 22 | 286 | 0 | 37 | 303 | 10 | 10 | 491 | 259 | 491 | 780 | 684 |
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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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