Thaila Surf Break

Lat Long: 33.54° N 117.78° W

Thaila Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 4 pm 17 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Thaila sea temperature is
22.2° C
2.6° 

Thaila surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Thaila surf forecast from 18 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 18 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 14s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Tuesday 18 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 16s period, SSW swell with 310 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 18 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 14s period with SSW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Thaila this week:

The surf forecast for Thaila over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 18) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 6s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Thaila in the next 16 days are 0.8m 16s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 18) at 5AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives.

Wave TypeTime (PDT) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 2AM (Tue 18th Aug)2.5ft (0.8m) 14s
Best Surf 2AM (Tue 18th Aug)2.5ft (0.8m) 14s
Most Powerful 5AM (Tue 18th Aug)2.5ft (0.8m) 16s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Thaila over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a proper look at what Thaila’s got cooking for the next couple of weeks.

To be straight with you, it’s a slow start. The first solid recommendation doesn't roll in until Saturday the 29th of August. For over a week before that, we’re looking at tiny, weak swell and messy winds that just aren't worth paddling out for. A few mornings have that “marginal” look, but the energy is low (mostly around 200-300 range) and the conditions are poor. You’d be fighting cross-onshore breeze for barely a ripple.

The real story, and the only standout in this whole outlook, is that Saturday the 29th and Sunday the 30th. Finally, the ocean wakes up. We’ve got a decent pulse of SSW swell building, pushing 4ft to 4ft. The period is a solid 16 to 18 seconds, which is proper groundswell energy – that means long lines, good shape, and plenty of push. The combined energy jumps right up into the strong range (882 to 942), so you’ll feel the power.

For a reef like Thaila, that’s a dream setup. The wind is forecast to be light and offshore from the SSW on the Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning. That should glass things off and make for some really clean, punchy waves. This isn't for beginners – over 3ft on a reef with that period has some push – but for anyone with a bit of experience, this will be a wicked session. The water is much warmer than average for this time of year, sitting around 72°F, so booties won't be needed.

The only downside is that this is still over a week away, so treat it as a promising call rather than a sure thing. The pattern also fades quickly. After that Sunday arvo, the swell drops back down, the energy numbers fall off a cliff, and we’re back to small, choppy leftovers heading into the first week of September.

There is no other window worth paddling for in this run. That weekend at the end of August is your shot.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Wed morning, min 21°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Sat morning, min 22°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Mon
17
Tuesday
18
Wednesday
19
Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
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0.8
SSW
14
0.8
SSW
14
0.6
SSW
16
0.6
SSW
17
0.8
SSW
15
0.8
SSW
15
0.8
SSW
16
0.7
SSW
15
0.7
SSW
14
0.7
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14
0.7
SSW
14
0.4
SW
18
0.5
SSW
13
0.5
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13
0.4
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13
0.5
SSW
15
0.6
SSW
14
0.4
SW
19
0.4
SW
18
0.7
SSW
14
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
268
261
203
184
242
270
280
196
183
183
175
101
99
98
63
121
165
127
112
210
Wind (km/h)
20
W
5
S
5
SSW
10
WSW
5
S
5
SW
5
WSW
0
SSW
10
S
10
S
5
SSE
10
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High Tide
1:39AM1.37m
1:44PM1.88m
3:29AM1.21m
2:37PM1.83m
3:50PM1.80m
8:28AM1.36m
5:08PM1.83m
8:30AM1.43m
6:10PM1.91m
8:44AM1.49m
6:57PM2.01m
Low Tide
7:55PM0.79m
6:50AM0.96m
9:20PM0.80m
7:05AM1.13m
11:02PM0.75m
00:21AM0.65m
10:10AM1.35m
1:12AM0.53m
11:58AM1.32m
1:50AM0.43m
12:53PM1.24m
2:21AM0.34m
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6:15
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7:35
7:34
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Temp °C
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Information about the Thaila Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Thaila provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Thaila can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Thaila 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 (Thaila) 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 Thaila 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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