Uluwatu Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. We’ve got a solid run of surf ahead for Uluwatu, so let’s get straight into it. This is a long-period groundswell setup, and that means the reefs and points are going to be the place to be. The water is sitting at 80°, which is bang on average for this time of year, so no surprises there.

The week kicks off with a bit of a slow start. Thursday morning (July 9th) is a bit messy — rain showers and a cross-offshore breeze making it tricky, with a solid 7ft swell from the SSW but the quality is just not there. However, by Thursday afternoon the wind swings offshore and the swell drops a touch to 6ft, and you’ve got a clean, lined-up wave. The combined energy is strong (1790), so there’s plenty of push. This is a good warm-up.

Friday (July 10th) is similar — morning cross-off winds with rain, but the afternoon cleans up with a fresh offshore breeze and 6ft of SSW swell. The period is a very long 16 seconds, so these waves are going to have real power and shape. Uluwatu is a reef and point setup, so that long period will really shine here, giving you those long, drawing lines.

The real standout starts to build on Saturday afternoon (July 11th). The swell drops to 5ft from the SW, but the wind goes clean offshore, and the wave energy is still moderate (1216). The wave comment says “excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers,” and that’s exactly what you’ll get. This is a classic Uluwatu afternoon session, clean, glassy, and fun.

Now, Monday afternoon (July 13th) is a sneaky highlight. The swell is only 3ft, but look at the period — 21 seconds. That’s a very long-period groundswell, and the combined energy jumps to 1039, which is moderate. Offshore wind, clean conditions, and a wave comment that calls it “excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers.” This is the kind of day where the sets are few but perfect, and the paddle out is easy. For the experienced surfer, this is your quiet, quality session.

The main event, though, is Tuesday July 14th. The swell jumps back up to 6ft, SSW, with a 17-second period. The combined energy is very strong (2151) and the wind is offshore all day. Morning is clean, and the wave comment again says “excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers.” This is the pick of the entire forecast. Consistent, powerful, and clean. If you can only get in the water one day, make it Tuesday.

The rest of the week holds steady. Wednesday (July 15th) sees similar size and energy, but the wind is a bit fresher, making it a little more challenging to find the right spot. Still, offshore and clean.

As we head into the second week, the pattern holds. The swell stays around 5ft to 6ft through the weekend (July 18th-19th) with offshore winds, but the energy starts to drop. Nothing to write home about, but still fun, clean waves.

The real treat comes at the very end of the run. Thursday morning July 24th — the wind is glassy, from the SSW at just 3 mph, and the swell is 2ft from the SW with a 17-second period. The combination of glassy conditions and a very long-period groundswell will make for a beautiful, clean, and super-smooth session. The energy is moderate (552), but the quality is all there. This is a quiet, early morning secret session.

The best of the best? Tuesday July 14th for the power and size, and Monday July 13th for the quality and quiet conditions. Get on it.

Rusty.

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