
Surf Forecasts:
Anzacs surf forecast from 12 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 14 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 15s period, WSW swell with cross-shore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 14 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 15s period, WSW swell with 8,575 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 14 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 15s period with WSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Anzacs this week:
The surf forecast for Anzacs over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 14) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 4.5m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 3.5m and 16s. The wind is predicted to be cross-shore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Anzacs in the next 16 days are 4.5m 15s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 14) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 4s period and expected on Monday (Jul 13) at 4AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Tue 14th Jul) | 15ft (4.5m) 15s |
| Best Surf | 1AM (Tue 14th Jul) | 15ft (4.5m) 15s |
| Most Powerful | 1AM (Tue 14th Jul) | 15ft (4.5m) 15s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Anzacs over the next 16 days.
G’day, it’s Rusty here. Let’s have a look at Anzacs over the next couple of weeks.
The news is tough for the first few days. There’s a big slab of swell rolling in, but the wind is absolutely shredding it. Sunday the 12th and Monday the 13th, we’re looking at a solid 8ft to 10ft of SW swell with a period around 12-16 seconds – that’s a lot of energy (combined energy up around 3514). But the wind is howling from the NW at 28 mph, blowing straight across the face. It’s a messy cross-chop, poor surf. Not worth paddling out. Tuesday the 14th is similar, with cross-on winds and lumpy 10ft surf. This is the kind of setup that’s better for kite surfing than paddle surfing.
The first real sign of life comes Wednesday the 15th. The swell drops to 6ft, but the wind is still messy. It’s marginal. Thursday the 16th is where things start to clean up. The wind swings light NNW cross-off in the morning, and by Thursday afternoon it goes glassy. The swell is 5ft from the SW with a nice 15-second period – that’s proper groundswell. The combined energy is still a solid 1020, so there’s push. The water’s sitting at 57°, which is about average for this time of year. Thursday afternoon is the standout for the first week: glassy, clean, and excellent for experienced surfers.
Friday the 17th keeps the good run going. Morning gives us clear skies, light N cross-off wind, and 6ft of SW swell at 16 seconds (1438 combined energy). Friday afternoon goes glassy again with a calm wind. This is the best of the first week – two days in a row of clean, well-shaped surf. Crowds are possible here sometimes, so get in early.
The weekend of the 18th and 19th sees the swell fade. Saturday has 4ft dropping to 4ft, and Sunday is tiny at 2ft. The wind stays clean, but there’s not enough energy to get excited about.
After a few quiet days, Monday the 20th shows a spike of 10ft from the WSW, but the period drops to 11 seconds and the wind goes cross. It’s lumpy again. Tuesday the 21st is messy with cross-on wind. The next real standout doesn’t come until Saturday the 25th. That morning, we get a clean 5ft of SW swell at 17 seconds under a light NE offshore wind. The combined energy is 1484 – that’s quality groundswell. It’s excellent for experienced surfers. Sunday the 26th and Monday the 27th keep the clean run going with glassy or light offshore winds and 5ft of SW swell. That Saturday the 25th through Monday the 27th is the true standout block of the whole outlook. Promising, but keep an eye on the forecasts as we get closer.
Overall, the first week is a write-off until Thursday, then it’s on. Don’t hold your breath for the middle of the second week, but that last weekend of the month is looking like a beauty.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 14mm), heaviest on Sun afternoon. Very mild (max 14°C on Mon morning, min 10°C on Wed morning). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the NW on Mon afternoon, light winds from the W by Wed morning). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 14°C on Wed night, min 9°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sun 12 | Monday 13 | Tuesday 14 | Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | |||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 13 | SW 13 | SW 15 | SW 16 | WSW 15 | WSW 16 | WSW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
2347 | 2254 | 3447 | 4013 | 8575 | 6491 | 6107 | 4334 | 1624 | 1238 | 1033 | 992 | 1048 | 1123 | 1456 | 1281 | 1011 | 706 | 503 | 282 | 199 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | on | cross | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross-off | glassy | off | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 8:02PM1.97m | 9:55AM2.07m | 9:08PM1.95m | 11:04AM2.12m | 10:21PM1.95m | 12:08PM2.19m | 11:35PM1.98m | 1:05PM2.26m | 00:46AM2.04m | 1:56PM2.32m | 1:51AM2.09m | 2:41PM2.35m | 2:50AM2.12m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 2:55AM0.11m | 3:39PM1.04m | 4:02AM0.08m | 4:53PM1.01m | 5:10AM0.06m | 6:03PM0.91m | 6:15AM0.05m | 7:06PM0.76m | 7:15AM0.07m | 8:02PM0.59m | 8:10AM0.13m | 8:53PM0.44m | 9:01AM0.23m | ||||||||
— | — | 7:33 | — | — | 7:33 | — | — | 7:33 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | 7:31 | |
5:13 | — | — | 5:14 | — | — | 5:15 | — | — | 5:15 | — | — | 5:15 | — | — | 5:16 | — | — | 5:17 | — | 5:17 | |
mm | 5 | 2 | — | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 12 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 12 |
Feels °C | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 11 | 10 | 8 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SW 13 | SW 15 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 |
— | 2254 | 3447 | 4013 | 5189 | 3678 | 3185 | 4334 | 1624 | 1238 | 1033 | 992 | 1048 | 1123 | 1456 | 1281 | 1011 | 706 | 503 | 282 | 199 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 23 | SW 21 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 11 | 71 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 23 | WSW 21 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 11 | 44 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 13 | WNW 5 | NW 5 | NW 5 | WSW 15 | WSW 16 | WSW 15 | SW 15 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 2 |
2347 | 44 | 73 | 43 | 8575 | 6491 | 6107 | 2754 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 444 | 655 | 117 | 244 | 895 | 90 | 86 | 90 | 27 | 7 | 6 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
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Information about the Anzacs Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Anzacs provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Anzacs can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Anzacs 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 (Anzacs) 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 Anzacs 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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