Surf Forecasts:
Vilas surf forecast from 22 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 23 Jul, 6AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 8s period, ESE swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 22 Jul, 3PM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 8s period, ESE swell with 450 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 23 Jul, 6AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 8s period with ESE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Vilas this week:
The surf forecast for Vilas over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 23) at 6AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.5m and 8s period. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Vilas in the next 16 days are 1.8m 8s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 22) at 3PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 7s period and expected on Sunday (Jul 26) at 12PM.
| Wave Type | Time (-03) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 6AM (Thu 23rd Jul) | 5ft (1.5m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 6AM (Thu 23rd Jul) | 5ft (1.5m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 3PM (Wed 22nd Jul) | 6ft (1.8m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Vilas over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s break down what’s coming.
It’s a rough stretch ahead. The wind is stuck onshore and the swell direction is all wrong, so the surf at Vilas is going to be pretty ordinary for the whole 16 days. The swell is coming from the ESE, which is straight onshore, so it’s messy. There’s a long gap with no real standouts.
The first week is a total washout. From Wednesday the 22nd of July right through the end of the month, every session is poor surf. The wind is onshore, the swell is small, and the period is short – 8 to 7 seconds – so there’s no power. The combined energy of all swells directed here starts at 501 (moderate) on Wednesday morning but drops fast, and by the weekend it’s under 100 (weak). You’re looking at bumpy, weak, and choppy conditions. Not worth the effort.
There is a tiny window on Wednesday the 29th of July in the morning. The wind goes glassy, dead calm. That’s a big deal. The swell is still tiny – only 0.8m (3ft) from the ESE with a short 6-second period – and the energy is weak (104). But when it’s glassy, any wave looks better. The guidance says it’s "surfable waves but very ordinary conditions." For a beginner-friendly spot like Vilas, which is very consistent, you might get a few clean, little rollers. But don’t expect any power. It’s a one-off calm moment in a windy forecast.
After that, it’s back to onshore wind and poor surf. The rest of the way through to the 6th of August is the same story: onshore ESE wind, waist-high or smaller, short period (7-8 seconds), and energy levels bouncing between weak and moderate. The wind gets stronger too, especially around the 31st of July and 2nd of August, with 12 mph onshore winds. That’s not good for paddle surfing – it’s kite-surfing weather.
The water temperature is 79°, with a very small anomaly of 0.4°, so it’s about average for the time of year. Nothing special.
If you’re really keen, that Wednesday morning glass-off might give you a couple of fun ones. But for real waves, this forecast is a long, flat, choppy run. It’s a blank stretch, and for this area, that’s not unusual. Forecasts can change, but right now there’s nothing to get excited about.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Wed morning. Warm (max 25°C on Wed morning, min 23°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Sat morning, min 23°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 6 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 498 | 450 | 346 | 250 | 286 | 235 | 197 | 163 | 130 | 102 | 99 | 91 | 69 | 69 | 73 | 89 | 82 | 79 | 62 | 47 | 75 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 9:40AM1.45m | 10:11PM1.42m | 11:00AM1.40m | 11:25PM1.41m | 12:17PM1.42m | 00:31AM1.47m | 1:16PM1.50m | 1:24AM1.56m | 2:01PM1.59m | 2:07AM1.67m | 2:39PM1.69m | 2:44AM1.79m | 3:14PM1.77m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 4:06PM0.71m | 4:47AM0.67m | 5:23PM0.73m | 6:01AM0.61m | 6:30PM0.68m | 7:00AM0.52m | 7:23PM0.60m | 7:47AM0.42m | 8:05PM0.51m | 8:27AM0.32m | 8:42PM0.43m | 9:04AM0.23m | 9:15PM0.36m | ||||||||
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 | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — |
 | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:23 | — | — | 5:23 | — | — | 5:23 | — | — | 5:23 | — | — | 5:23 | — |
mm | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — |
Temp °C | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 23 |
Feels °C | 25 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 24 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 6 |
| kJ | 498 | 450 | 346 | 250 | 286 | 235 | 197 | 163 | 130 | 102 | 99 | 91 | 69 | 69 | 73 | 89 | 82 | 79 | 62 | 47 | 75 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 12 | — | — | — | — | S 14 | S 13 | S 12 | S 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SE 10 | S 11 | S 10 | S 10 | S 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 |
| kJ | 3 | — | — | — | — | 4 | 3 | 3 | 10 | 12 | 10 | 10 | 4 | 9 | 19 | 17 | 28 | 29 | 27 | 26 | 26 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | E 16 | SE 16 | SE 15 | SE 14 | S 16 | S 14 | S 13 | S 12 | S 12 | S 13 |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 19 | 37 | 55 | 47 | 25 | 28 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 232 | 787 | 193 | 49 | 808 | 787 | 787 | 808 | 737 | 193 | 787 | 193 | 35 | 787 | 193 | 47 | 787 | 193 | 193 | 1224 | 34 |
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The above surf forecast table for Vilas provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Vilas can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Vilas 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 (Vilas) 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).
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