
Surf Forecasts:
Tivives surf forecast from 28 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 28 Jul, 9AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 18s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 28 Jul, 9AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 18s period, SSW swell with 637 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 28 Jul, 9AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 18s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Tivives this week:
The surf forecast for Tivives over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 9AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 18s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Tivives in the next 16 days are 1.0m 18s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 9AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (CST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 9AM (Tue 28th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 18s |
| Best Surf | 9AM (Tue 28th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 18s |
| Most Powerful | 9AM (Tue 28th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 18s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Tivives over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for Tivives.
First up, don’t get too excited about the next few days. The swell is hanging around the 2ft to 3ft mark, coming from the SSW, and it’s a proper long-period groundswell (16–18 seconds) which means it’s packing some serious energy (690 on Tuesday morning). That kind of period, though, can make it break a bit straight at a beach setup, so it’s best if you’re an intermediate who knows the sandbars. The real standout here is Tuesday 28 July morning. The wind is glassy, the water’s about average temperature for this time of year, and you’ve got a clean 3ft SSW swell with that long 18-second period. That’s the pick of the whole run, but be aware it’s inconsistent, so you’ll be waiting for sets.
Wednesday and Thursday mornings (29th & 30th July) are still clean with cross-off and light winds, but the swell drops a touch to 3ft–3ft. The energy is moderate (426–260), and it’s still surfable, just not as punchy. The afternoons go to crap with cross-onshore winds and thunderstorms, so don’t bother.
Friday 31 July through to the weekend of 2 August sees the swell drop further into the 1ft–2ft range. The early mornings are glassy, but the wave energy is weak (as low as 117). You’ll get a few small, clean waves, but it’s very ordinary. Honestly, you’re better off sleeping in.
Then there’s a real lull. From 3 August to 7 August, the mornings are mostly glassy or clean, but the swell is tiny (2ft–3ft) and period is short (7–8 seconds) or moderate. The energy is weak to low (92–233). It’s a long stretch of “meh.” The afternoons are blown out. Not worth paddling out unless you’re desperate for a float.
Now, the second week shows a bit of promise, but it’s a long way out. Saturday 8 August morning has a clean, glassy 2ft SSW swell with a 16-second period and moderate energy (322). It’s not big, but it’ll be tidy. Then Monday 10 August morning and Tuesday 11 August morning both look like reasonable windows: glassy to calm, 2ft–3ft SSW swell, moderate energy (303–323). Again, the afternoons get wrecked by cross-onshore winds and storms.
The best bet in that second week is Wednesday 12 August morning. Calm, glassy, 3ft S swell with 12-second period and moderate energy (408). That’s the one to circle on the calendar, but remember it’s over a week away, so don’t set your watch by it.
Overall, it’s a lean run for Tivives. The Tuesday morning (28 July) is the only true standout. The rest is small, inconsistent, and often blown out by afternoon. If you’re a kite surfer, those afternoon cross-onshore days with 2ft–3ft waves might be more interesting than paddling out.
Stay patient, and keep an eye on that Wednesday 12 August window.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Tue afternoon. Warm (max 31°C on Thu morning, min 26°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 47mm), heaviest during Sat afternoon. Warm (max 30°C on Fri morning, min 26°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | S 7 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SSW 13 | S 7 | S 7 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
637 | 522 | 447 | 397 | 387 | 283 | 239 | 236 | 175 | 166 | 139 | 131 | 131 | 131 | 57 | 32 | 55 | 54 | 102 | 35 | 38 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | cross-on | glassy | cross | cross-on | off | glassy | cross-on | off | glassy | cross-on | glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross | glassy | on | glassy | glassy | cross-on | glassy |
High Tide | 2:17PM2.46m | 2:54AM2.34m | 2:59PM2.54m | 3:33AM2.47m | 3:38PM2.60m | 4:09AM2.57m | 4:15PM2.63m | 4:44AM2.66m | 4:51PM2.62m | 5:18AM2.71m | 5:28PM2.59m | 5:53AM2.73m | 6:06PM2.53m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 8:41PM0.47m | 8:51AM0.67m | 9:19PM0.39m | 9:32AM0.59m | 9:55PM0.33m | 10:10AM0.53m | 10:29PM0.30m | 10:48AM0.48m | 11:02PM0.31m | 11:25AM0.46m | 11:36PM0.34m | 12:04PM0.45m | 00:11AM0.39m | ||||||||
5:26 | — | — | 5:28 | — | — | 5:28 | — | — | 5:28 | — | — | 5:28 | — | — | 5:28 | — | — | 5:28 | — | — | |
— | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | |
mm | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | 7 | 10 | 1 | 11 | 10 | — | 8 | — | — | 5 | 2 |
Temp °C | 29 | 30 | 27 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 31 | 30 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 27 |
Feels °C | 31 | 32 | 32 | 33 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 32 | 32 | 33 | 32 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | S 7 | S 7 | S 7 | S 7 | S 7 | S 7 | S 7 |
637 | 522 | 447 | 397 | 387 | 283 | 239 | 236 | 175 | 166 | 139 | 131 | 131 | 131 | 22 | 32 | 49 | 38 | 35 | 35 | 38 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 9 | SSW 9 | S 11 | S 8 | S 7 | S 7 | S 7 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | S 7 | SSW 7 | S 8 | SSW 8 | SW 16 | SSW 12 | S 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 12 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 10 |
27 | 27 | 37 | 20 | 24 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 15 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 41 | 57 | 25 | 42 | 46 | 102 | 34 | 20 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | — | S 11 | SSW 10 | S 10 | S 10 | S 10 | W 12 | WNW 12 | WNW 11 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | S 12 | SSW 11 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 18 | SSW 11 | SSW 13 |
26 | 28 | — | 9 | 11 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 66 | 25 | 24 | 55 | 54 | 12 | 22 | 33 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SSW 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 17 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 0 | 133 | 0 | 0 | 128 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 96 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 96 | 0 | 0 | 96 |
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Information about the Tivives Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Tivives provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Tivives can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Tivives 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 (Tivives) 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 Tivives 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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