Zero Surf Break

Lat Long: 34.04° N 118.92° W

Zero Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 10 am 28 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Zero sea temperature is
22.1° C
4.4° 

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


Zero surf forecast from 29 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 28 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 17s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Friday 31 Jul, 2PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 14s period, S swell with 672 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 28 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 17s period with SSW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Zero this week:

The surf forecast for Zero over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 17s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 16s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Zero in the next 16 days are 1.3m 14s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 31) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.

Wave TypeTime (PDT) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 8PM (Tue 28th Jul)3.5ft (1.0m) 17s
Best Surf 8PM (Tue 28th Jul)3.5ft (1.0m) 17s
Most Powerful 2PM (Fri 31st Jul)4.5ft (1.3m) 14s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, this is Rusty. Let’s talk about what’s on the menu for the next couple of weeks.

Frankly, it’s a bit of a slow cooker. We’re looking at a real lull for most of the run, but there’s a small window of alright waves early on if you’re keen. The best stuff is right at the start, and then it gets pretty skinny for a long stretch. The water is seriously warm, running about 4° warmer than usual for this time of year, which is freakishly unusual.

The standout spot here is the only one in the mix: a point break. It’s a rare set-up, rarely breaks, but when it does, it can be a treat. It’s exposed to a SSW swell, and that’s exactly what’s coming.

Tuesday, July 28th is the day to circle. The morning kicks off with a 3ft SSW groundswell, period a chunky 17 seconds, so these are long, lully lines with plenty of energy. The combined energy is moderate at 694. Wind is light and onshore, so it’s a bit messy to start. But the afternoon is where it’s at. The swell holds at 3ft from the SSW, still that long 17-second period, and the energy picks up to 860. The wind swings to a light cross-offshore breeze from the WNW, and that’s going to glass it right off. Expect very clean, lined-up waves. This is the pick of the whole forecast. It’s a point break, so that long period will wrap in nicely. The crowd situation is “sometimes,” so you might have a few others in the water, but it’s worth it.

Wednesday, July 29th sees a slight drop to 3ft, still a long 16-second period. The morning is clean with a light onshore breeze, but the afternoon gets a cross-shore wind that’ll put a little crinkle on the face. It’s still surfable, but not as clean as Tuesday.

Thursday, July 30th through Friday, August 1st keep the same story: 3ft to 4ft swell, periods dropping from 15 to 12 seconds. The winds are a mix of light onshore and moderate cross-offshore, offering some clean windows, especially in the afternoons. The energy is moderate, hanging around 600-300. It’s all marginal, but you can still get a wave if you’re patient.

Then the plug gets pulled. From Saturday, August 2nd all the way through to Monday, August 12th, we’re looking at a serious drought. Swell heights drop to 1ft to 3ft, and the combined energy plummets into the double digits, showing weak energy. The wind is mostly onshore or cross-on, and the conditions are described as poor to marginal. There’s a small pulse of energy around August 9th and 10th with a 2ft to 3ft swell, but it’s all cross-on and weak. This is a long, flat run. For a spot that rarely breaks, this kind of blank stretch is pretty normal.

The very end of the run, August 12th, shows a tiny uptick with a 2ft SSW swell and a 17-second period, and a clean cross-offshore breeze in the afternoon. The energy is still moderate at 395, but it’s a tease more than a real goer.

So, the call is clear: Tuesday afternoon, July 28th is your best shot. It’s the only real standout in the 16-day window. Get on it if you can, because after that, it’s a long wait.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Thu morning, min 20°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Fri afternoon, min 20°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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Wind (km/h)
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15
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10
SSE
15
W
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High Tide
10:35AM1.52m
9:14PM2.23m
11:00AM1.56m
9:47PM2.22m
11:25AM1.60m
10:21PM2.15m
11:51AM1.64m
10:54PM2.04m
12:17PM1.70m
11:31PM1.88m
12:44PM1.76m
00:12AM1.69m
1:16PM1.82m
1:05AM1.48m
Low Tide
3:01PM1.09m
4:30AM0.18m
3:37PM1.05m
4:57AM0.21m
4:15PM1.02m
5:23AM0.27m
4:55PM0.99m
5:48AM0.37m
5:40PM0.97m
6:12AM0.49m
6:31PM0.95m
6:35AM0.63m
7:35PM0.91m
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Information about the Zero Surf forecast

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