
Surf Forecasts:
Tamarin Bay surf forecast from 19 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 20 Jul, 1PM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 15s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 20 Jul, 4PM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 14s period, SSW swell with 2,061 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 19 Jul, 1PM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 16s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Tamarin Bay this week:
The surf forecast for Tamarin Bay over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 19) at 1PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 10s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Tamarin Bay in the next 16 days are 2.3m 14s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 20) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.4m 12s period and expected on Thursday (Jul 23) at 4PM.
| Wave Type | Time (+04) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1PM (Sun 19th Jul) | 2ft (0.6m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 1PM (Mon 20th Jul) | 7ft (2.1m) 15s |
| Most Powerful | 4PM (Mon 20th Jul) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Tamarin Bay over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for the next couple of weeks.
We’ve got a tricky start, but the real story builds into a big, powerful finale. The main player here is Tamarin Bay – a reef break that’s for the advanced crew only, and it’s inconsistent, so you gotta pick your moments. The water is sitting at 77°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so that’s a nice little bonus.
The first real action kicks off this Sunday morning, the 19th of July. We’re looking at a tiny 2ft SW groundswell, but with a very long 16-second period and glassy conditions from a light SSE breeze. It’s surfable, but very ordinary. The combined energy is weak (259). The afternoon cleans up with a slight offshore breeze, a touch more size at 2ft, and the energy picks up a bit (295). It’s not pumping, but it’s a start.
Monday the 20th is where it gets interesting. The morning is a write-off with cross-shore wind and a messy 6ft SSW swell. But hold onto your board for Monday afternoon. The wind drops to glassy, absolutely dead calm, and we’ve got a solid 8ft SSW swell with a 14-second period. The combined energy is pumping at 2061. This is the standout of the first week. It’s big and powerful, only for experienced surfers, but the conditions will be excellent. This is the one to aim for.
Tuesday the 21st still has a decent 6ft SSW swell, but the morning is crossed up. The afternoon improves with glassy conditions and a WSW breeze, making for some very good waves. Wednesday the 22nd drops off in size, but the morning offers a clean 6ft S swell with a cross-offshore breeze. After that, the wind picks up and the quality drops, with moderate breezes and a lot of “marginal” calls right through to the end of July.
We hit a bit of a lull. The end of July and the first few days of August are dominated by strong, consistent SE winds. The swell is there, often 3ft to 4ft, sometimes with a very long period, but the wind is just too strong, with fresh breezes at 12 to 19 mph. The surf quality is poor to marginal. This stretch is a waiting game for the patient surfer.
Then comes the payoff. Looking at the start of August, the size ramps up in a big way. Sunday the 2nd of August has a 10ft SSW swell in the morning, and by Monday the 3rd of August, we’re looking at a massive 13ft SSW swell with a 14-second period, and the combined energy is a staggering 6075. That’s expert-level, heavy water. The wind is still cross-offshore, but it’s a strong 19-22 mph, so the surface will be bumpy. This is a big, powerful, demanding swell – not for the faint-hearted. It’s a long-range standout, so keep an eye on it, but it promises to be a massive session for those who can handle it.
So, to wrap it up: the best bet in the near term is Monday afternoon, the 20th of July, for that glassy 8ft groundswell. And for the long-range, keep your eyes on the 3rd of August for a monster swell, but it’s a wild one.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Mon morning, min 21°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummarySome drizzle, heaviest during Wed night. Warm (max 24°C on Wed morning, min 21°C on Wed night). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | |||||||||||||||
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) | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 13 | S 12 | SSW 12 | S 13 | S 12 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SW 15 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SSW 15 | SSW 13 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
163 | 233 | 248 | 1634 | 2061 | 1622 | 1098 | 1089 | 1240 | 841 | 411 | 715 | 735 | 173 | 314 | 506 | 489 | 553 | 363 | 462 | 624 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | off | cross | cross | glassy | cross | cross | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 4:19PM0.57m | 4:06AM0.52m | 4:47PM0.54m | 4:45AM0.45m | 5:20PM0.51m | 5:50AM0.39m | 6:15PM0.48m | 11:14AM0.38m | 8:18PM0.46m | 11:39AM0.42m | 9:56PM0.48m | 11:57AM0.45m | 10:47PM0.52m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 10:24PM0.27m | 10:27AM0.24m | 11:15PM0.30m | 10:51AM0.30m | 00:35AM0.31m | 11:14AM0.34m | 2:50AM0.29m | 1:40PM0.38m | 4:19AM0.24m | 3:57PM0.36m | 5:03AM0.19m | 4:54PM0.32m | |||||||||
6:45 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | |
— | 5:47 | — | — | 5:47 | — | — | 5:47 | — | — | 5:49 | — | — | 5:49 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:50 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 23 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 21 |
Feels °C | 25 | 24 | 23 | 26 | 25 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 23 | 23 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 16 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 20 | 19 | 20 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 10 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 13 | S 12 | SSW 12 | S 13 | S 12 | S 12 | S 12 | S 11 | S 10 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SSW 15 | SSW 13 |
80 | 233 | 248 | 1634 | 2061 | 1622 | 1098 | 1089 | 1240 | 841 | 411 | 715 | 735 | 547 | 449 | 279 | 220 | 553 | 363 | 462 | 624 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | S 10 | SSW 15 | SE 11 | SE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 9 | ENE 10 | SW 11 | SSW 14 | SSE 6 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SW 15 | ENE 8 | SSE 9 | SW 13 | ENE 8 |
163 | 48 | 123 | 30 | 26 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 29 | 361 | 68 | 149 | 129 | 314 | 506 | 489 | 24 | 141 | 286 | 26 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 5 | S 5 | SSW 5 | SSW 9 | — | — | — | — | — | ENE 8 | S 7 | SSW 13 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 12 | NE 8 | ENE 8 | NE 10 | SSW 15 | ENE 8 | S 9 |
16 | 14 | 8 | 16 | — | — | — | — | — | 7 | 83 | 277 | 105 | 173 | 98 | 28 | 23 | 4 | 316 | 26 | 14 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | SSE 7 | SSE 8 | SSE 9 | SSE 5 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 143 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 172 | 154 | 106 | 26 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 199 | 199 | 30 | 5 | 199 | 5 | 19 | 199 | 5 |
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Information about the Tamarin Bay Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Tamarin Bay provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Tamarin Bay can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Tamarin Bay 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 (Tamarin Bay) 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 Tamarin Bay 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.
Tamarin Bay is 12 km (7 miles) from the city of Vacoas. If you plan a holiday in Mauritius, look for hotels and other accommodation in Vacoas. Vacoas has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.










