
Surf Forecasts:
Takegashima surf forecast from 15 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 18 Sep, 6PM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 10s period, E swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 21 Sep, 3AM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 14s period, SE swell with 7,241 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 18 Sep, 6PM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 10s period with E swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Takegashima this week:
The surf forecast for Takegashima over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 18) at 6PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.2m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 1.4m and 10s. Another secondary swell of 0.2m and 17s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Takegashima in the next 16 days are 4.0m 14s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 21) at 3AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (JST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 6PM (Fri 18th Sep) | 7ft (2.2m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 6PM (Fri 18th Sep) | 7ft (2.2m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 3AM (Mon 21st Sep) | 13ft (4.0m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Takegashima over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s look at what we’ve got on the cards. It’s a mixed bag right now, with some proper size showing up for a couple of days, but the wind is going to work against us for most of it. We’re looking at a bit of a barren spell after that.
So, right off the bat, we’ve got a couple of weeks ahead, and for the first four days, don't even bother. Wednesday the 16th through to Thursday the 17th are flat and blown out. The swell is barely a ripple and the onshore wind will just mess up what little there is.
Things start to perk up on Friday the 18th. Takegashima (Tokushima) will see some 4.6ft swell from the ESE, and with a period of 9 seconds, it's just a standard windswell. The wind is looking light and cross-shore though, so it might be ridable but it's nothing to write home about. The wave energy is still moderate (396).
Then we get into the weekend, and the ocean wakes up. Saturday the 19th and Sunday the 20th see some serious size building. We're talking 8.2ft to 9.8ft of ESE to SE swell. That’s big, expert-only territory – way too much for beginners. But here's the rub: the wind is cross-onshore and stiff, so it’s going to be choppy and messy. The wave energy is cranking (2804 on Saturday morning), but it's for Kite Surfers, not paddle surfers. The set-up looks way more interesting for the kite crew.
Monday the 21st is the peak of this event, possibly the best on offer. Takegashima will see the biggest swell of the run with 11.5ft from the ESE (combined energy 5036). The period is 14 seconds, which is long-period groundswell. That will bring a lot of power, but it also means it might be a bit unruly on this reef. It's still cross-onshore winds, but it's a notch better than the weekend. This is a solid call for experienced surfers only if they can handle the messy conditions.
After that, it all drops away. From Tuesday the 22nd all the way through to Sunday the 28th, we’re looking at a major gap. The swell just falls off a cliff, dropping to 1.3ft and 1ft. There’s nothing on offer for over a week. You'll find some tiny, weak waves on the 25th (2ft with glassy conditions), but it’s just not enough.
Right at the tail end, we get a little glimmer. On Monday the 28th, there’s a pulse of 6.6ft ESE swell, but the wind is onshore with a risk of storms. Not great.
The last day in the window, Tuesday the 29th of September, actually brings the one standout moment. Takegashima will have 3ft from the SSE, but the wind is glassy in the morning and offshore in the afternoon. That is a major positive. The period is a short 8 seconds, and the energy is moderate (200), but for clean, clean surf on a quiet day, that’s your ticket. It's the one session worth lining up for.
Water temps are about average for the time of year at this spot, nothing wild to report.
Stay patient, lads. We’ve got a big, messy swell and then a long dry spell. Keep an eye on that Tuesday the 29th for the cleanest little session.
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 11mm), heaviest on Wed afternoon. Warm (max 27°C on Thu morning, min 19°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Sat morning, min 22°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 16 | Thursday 17 | Friday 18 | Saturday 19 | Sunday 20 | Monday 21 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SE 9 | SE 9 | ESE 9 | SE 9 | SE 9 | ESE 9 | ESE 8 | ESE 9 | ESE 10 | E 10 | ESE 14 | ESE 13 | ESE 13 | ESE 12 | SE 13 | SE 14 | ESE 14 | ESE 13 | ESE 11 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
178 | 112 | 96 | 79 | 79 | 65 | 196 | 295 | 388 | 954 | 2786 | 2549 | 2277 | 2004 | 2631 | 6077 | 4974 | 2057 | 209 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross |
High Tide | 8:43AM1.83m | 8:12PM1.88m | 9:30AM1.70m | 8:41PM1.81m | 10:31AM1.56m | 9:14PM1.72m | 12:08PM1.46m | 10:02PM1.61m | 2:24PM1.49m | 11:44PM1.51m | 3:35PM1.58m | 1:58AM1.53m | |||||||
Low Tide | 2:15AM0.36m | 2:23PM0.88m | 2:54AM0.40m | 2:54PM1.03m | 3:40AM0.48m | 3:29PM1.18m | 4:41AM0.58m | 4:26PM1.31m | 6:08AM0.66m | 6:56PM1.36m | 7:51AM0.65m | 9:00PM1.25m | |||||||
— | 5:46 | — | — | 5:46 | — | — | 5:47 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | |
6:09 | — | 6:08 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:06 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:02 | — | — | 6:01 | — | |
mm | 3 | 1 | 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 25 | 26 | 26 | 22 | 27 | 27 | 23 | 26 | 25 | 23 | 28 | 28 | 23 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 24 |
Feels °C | 29 | 27 | 28 | 22 | 25 | 26 | 24 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 23 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 28 | 29 | 24 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 9 | SE 9 | ESE 9 | SE 9 | SE 9 | ESE 9 | ESE 8 | ESE 9 | ESE 10 | ESE 11 | ESE 14 | ESE 13 | ESE 13 | ESE 12 | SE 13 | SE 14 | ESE 14 | ESE 13 | ESE 11 |
178 | 112 | 96 | 79 | 79 | 65 | 196 | 295 | 388 | 436 | 2786 | 2549 | 2277 | 2004 | 2631 | 6077 | 4974 | 2057 | 209 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 13 | E 12 | S 7 | E 13 | E 12 | E 12 | E 12 | S 11 | S 10 | ESE 15 | S 9 | S 9 | S 8 | SE 15 | — | — | — | N 6 | NE 4 |
12 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 272 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 390 | — | — | — | 49 | 1 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 7 | E 14 | S 7 | S 7 | S 7 | — | — | — | E 18 | S 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 6 |
1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | 6 | 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 3 | NNE 3 | NE 4 | NE 4 | NE 4 | NE 4 | — | NNE 2 | — | E 10 | N 4 | NE 4 | NNE 4 | NNE 5 | NNE 5 | NNE 5 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNW 3 |
2 | 8 | 12 | 18 | 27 | 16 | — | 1 | — | 954 | 12 | 15 | 16 | 37 | 102 | 85 | 62 | 12 | 1 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 32 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 34 | 34 | 11 | 34 | 4 | 4 |
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Information about the Takegashima Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Takegashima provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Takegashima can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Takegashima 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 (Takegashima) 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 Takegashima 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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