
Surf Forecasts:
Takanabe surf forecast from 9 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 10 Jul, 12AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 15s period, SSE swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 11 Jul, 6AM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 17s period, S swell with 9,157 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 10 Jul, 12AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 15s period with SSE 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 (Jul 10) at 12AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 1.7m and 19s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Takanabe in the next 16 days are 4.0m 17s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 11) at 6AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.3m 3s period and expected on Tuesday (Jul 14) at 9AM.
| Wave Type | Time (JST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 12AM (Fri 10th Jul) | 10ft (3.0m) 15s |
| Best Surf | 12AM (Fri 10th Jul) | 10ft (3.0m) 15s |
| Most Powerful | 6AM (Sat 11th Jul) | 13ft (4.0m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Takanabe over the next 16 days.
Right then, let’s have a proper look at what’s coming our way for Takanabe over the next couple of weeks.
First up, we’ve got a bit of a frustrating start. Friday the 10th and Saturday the 11th are seeing a proper pulse of swell – we’re talking 13ft of SSE groundswell with a very long period of 16 to 17 seconds – but it’s just too much juice for this spot. The energy readings are huge, up in the 9000 range, and that big of a swell on an exposed beach setup like Takanabe is going to be a washing machine. Light cross-on winds won’t save it. You’d need a jet ski, not a paddleboard.
The first real window opens up on Sunday the 12th. The early morning is the call. The swell has dropped to a much more manageable 8ft from the south, with a 13-second period that still carries plenty of push. The wind is glassy – absolutely dead calm – and that’s magic. The combined energy is still a solid 1884, which is moderate-strong, meaning there’s power in the water. This is excellent surf for experienced surfers looking for a proper session. It’s going to be a bit straight-breaking because of that long period, but with those conditions, it’s your best chance of the week.
Monday the 13th morning is also worth a mention. Swell drops to 5ft from the south with an 11-second period, and it’s dead calm again – glassy as a mirror. The energy is down to 571, which is moderate, but it should offer very good conditions for a solid paddle.
From there, things get quiet. The swell drops right off through the middle of the week, with energy values dipping below 200 from Tuesday the 14th onwards. The waves get small and weak, and the wind turns mostly cross or cross-on. There’s a solid four or five-day gap of poor to marginal surf – nothing worth getting excited about.
Towards the end of the run, we get a glimmer. Friday the 24th morning shows a 6ft south swell with a 12-second period, glassy conditions, and an energy reading of 882. That’s a promising late-season pulse. It’s a bit far out, so don’t book your flights yet, but it’s the kind of forecast that gets your hopes up for a clean session. The following morning, Saturday the 25th, looks similar – 3ft of S swell at 12 seconds and dead calm again. Could be a nice way to wrap things up.
So, the standout here is definitely Sunday 12th morning. The size is right for experienced surfers, the wind is perfect, and the energy is there. For the second week, keep an eye on Friday 24th morning – it’s a long shot but could be a beauty.
Stay keen,
Rusty
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 12mm), heaviest on Fri night. Warm (max 29°C on Sat afternoon, min 24°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 7mm), mostly falling on Mon afternoon. Warm (max 30°C on Mon morning, min 26°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Friday 10 | Saturday 11 | Sunday 12 | Monday 13 | Tuesday 14 | Wednesday 15 | Thu 16 | |||||||||||||||
Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 15 | SSE 16 | SSE 17 | S 17 | S 17 | S 16 | S 15 | S 13 | S 13 | S 12 | S 11 | S 11 | S 10 | S 10 | S 9 | S 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 10 | E 9 | E 9 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
4521 | 7945 | 9083 | 8993 | 8568 | 7329 | 3988 | 1849 | 1318 | 911 | 536 | 389 | 237 | 149 | 80 | 57 | 41 | 45 | 45 | 39 | 99 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | on | on | glassy | glassy | on | cross-off | glassy | glassy | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | glassy | glassy | on | glassy | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 00:55AM1.66m | 3:12PM1.54m | 2:00AM1.68m | 4:26PM1.67m | 3:05AM1.74m | 5:24PM1.79m | 4:05AM1.82m | 6:13PM1.88m | 5:01AM1.90m | 6:56PM1.93m | 5:52AM1.96m | 7:35PM1.94m | 6:42AM1.97m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 8:09AM0.46m | 8:22PM1.12m | 9:17AM0.30m | 9:43PM1.13m | 10:17AM0.13m | 10:47PM1.10m | 11:12AM-0.01m | 11:39PM1.03m | 12:01PM-0.09m | 00:25AM0.96m | 12:47PM-0.10m | 1:09AM0.88m | 1:31PM-0.04m | ||||||||
— | 5:13 | — | — | 5:15 | — | — | 5:15 | — | — | 5:16 | — | — | 5:16 | — | — | 5:16 | — | — | 5:18 | — | |
7:22 | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:21 | — | — | 7:21 | |
mm | — | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | 1 | — | 5 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 28 | 29 | 26 | 29 | 29 | 27 | 30 | 29 | 27 | 30 | 29 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 26 | 28 | 28 |
Feels °C | 29 | 30 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 32 | 31 | 32 | 34 | 34 | 32 | 35 | 34 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 31 | 32 | 31 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 15 | SSE 16 | SSE 17 | S 17 | S 17 | S 16 | S 15 | S 13 | S 13 | S 12 | S 11 | S 11 | S 10 | S 10 | S 9 | S 9 | S 8 | E 9 | E 10 | E 9 | SE 6 |
4521 | 7945 | 9083 | 8993 | 8568 | 7329 | 3988 | 1849 | 1318 | 911 | 536 | 389 | 237 | 149 | 80 | 57 | 35 | 45 | 45 | 39 | 10 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 19 | — | — | E 9 | E 9 | E 10 | E 10 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | S 8 | S 8 | S 8 | S 8 |
2069 | — | — | 25 | 25 | 30 | 30 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 41 | 34 | 21 | 11 | 10 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | SE 15 | — | — | SE 13 | SE 10 | SE 10 | SE 12 | SE 12 | SE 12 | SE 10 | SE 10 | ESE 4 | SE 10 | ESE 9 |
46 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 8 | — | — | 7 | 16 | 15 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 17 | 16 | 4 | 14 | 8 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NNE 3 | NE 3 | — | — | — | — | ESE 4 | E 9 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 5 | 99 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 10 | 189 | 303 | 10 | 189 | 286 | 10 | 0 | 286 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 331 | 0 | 0 | 303 | 0 | 87 | 303 |
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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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