
Surf Forecasts:
Anzacs surf forecast from 22 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 29 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 16s period, SW swell with 6,715 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Anzacs this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Anzacs in the next 16 days are 3.5m 16s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 29) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 4s period and expected on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 1PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Wed 29th Jul) | 11ft (3.5m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Anzacs over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s headed our way for the next couple of weeks.
Honestly, it’s a rough start. For the first ten days or so, we’re looking at a whole lot of nothing good. The swells are there, but the wind is just wrecking everything. It’s pretty much a write-off until we get into the first week of August.
Right now, on Thursday the 23rd of July, the swell is a solid 8ft to 8ft from the SW with a period of 14 seconds, and the combined energy is strong at 2350. But it’s all for nothing. The wind is a fresh 22 mph cross-onshore from the WSW, making it lumpy and messy. That carries right through Friday and Saturday, with even bigger swells of 12ft on Friday morning (energy of 10131) and 10ft on Saturday, all with the same rotten cross-onshore wind. It’s not just poor, it’s dangerous for anyone but experts, and even then, it’s not fun.
Sunday and Monday (26th and 27th) see the swell drop to a more manageable 4ft to 5ft from the SW, and the wind finally swings offshore from the NNW. The conditions clean up, with the data saying "clean", but the energy is weak (around 350-492). It’s rideable, but it’s not a standout. The water temp is about 57°, which is normal for this time of year.
The real story is the gap. From the 23rd through to the 1st of August, the forecast is full of "poor surf conditions" or "marginal" with low scores. There’s a long stretch of days where you’re better off doing something else. The wind just won’t let up.
Then things start to look interesting. On the morning of Thursday the 6th of August, we get a window. The swell is 5ft from the SW with a very long period of 15 seconds (groundswell), and the energy is strong at 1478. The wind is a slight offshore breeze from the NNW. This is the kind of setup that will make Anzacs (Anzacs) look good. That long period will mean clean, powerful lines, but remember, a long period like that can make a beach break a bit straight, so you’ll want to pick your peak. This is the best on offer for the whole run.
The day before, on Wednesday the 5th of August, the afternoon also looks clean with 3ft from the SW, a 14 second period, and a light offshore breeze. It’s smaller, but it’ll be clean and fun for a log.
So, to wrap it up: don’t bother paddling out until the 5th of August. The morning of the 6th of August is the clear standout – a proper groundswell with clean conditions. It’s a long way out, so keep an eye on it, but it’s the one to set your alarm for.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 10mm), heaviest on Thu morning. Very mild (max 13°C on Fri night, min 10°C on Thu morning). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the WSW on Thu night, moderate winds from the WNW by Sat night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 18mm), heaviest on Tue night. Very mild (max 15°C on Mon afternoon, min 8°C on Tue night). Winds increasing (light winds from the NW on Sun afternoon, strong winds from the SSW by Tue night). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | WSW 12 | SW 13 | WSW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 10 | SW 10 | SW 10 | SW 11 | SW 12 | SW 16 | SW 12 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 14 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
2350 | 2785 | 4619 | 6353 | 2633 | 2221 | 2816 | 1331 | 1501 | 475 | 457 | 408 | 344 | 350 | 220 | 355 | 427 | 2472 | 6715 | 5863 | 2803 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 5:51PM2.04m | 6:58AM1.89m | 6:26PM1.94m | 7:47AM1.82m | 7:04PM1.84m | 8:43AM1.77m | 7:48PM1.75m | 9:46AM1.76m | 8:42PM1.68m | 10:52AM1.78m | 9:48PM1.63m | 11:52AM1.84m | 10:59PM1.63m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 11:56AM0.79m | 00:27AM0.33m | 12:38PM0.92m | 1:08AM0.39m | 1:23PM1.03m | 1:53AM0.46m | 2:16PM1.12m | 2:44AM0.51m | 3:22PM1.18m | 3:42AM0.53m | 4:36PM1.18m | 4:43AM0.53m | 5:47PM1.12m | ||||||||
7:28 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | |
— | 5:21 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:23 | — | — | 5:24 | — | — | 5:24 | — | — | 5:25 | — | |
mm | 2 | 2 | 3 | — | — | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 18 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
Temp °C | 11 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 10 |
Feels °C | 2 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 3 | -2 | 0 | 0 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | — | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 10 | SW 10 | SW 10 | SW 11 | SW 12 | SW 12 | — | — | — | — |
— | 32 | 149 | 3778 | 2633 | 2221 | 1619 | — | 923 | 475 | 457 | 408 | 344 | 350 | 220 | 355 | 396 | — | — | — | — | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 17 | SW 16 | SSW 16 | SW 15 | — | SW 13 | — | SW 16 | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 11 | 10 | 25 | 34 | — | 183 | — | 427 | — | — | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | WSW 6 | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 14 | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 15 | WSW 8 | NW 4 | WSW 12 | SW 13 | WSW 12 | NW 3 | NW 4 | NW 3 | NW 3 | NW 3 | NNW 3 | NNW 4 | NW 4 | SW 12 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 14 |
2350 | 2785 | 4619 | 6353 | 727 | 18 | 2816 | 1331 | 1501 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 29 | 27 | 2472 | 6715 | 5863 | 2803 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 90 | 90 | 90 | 87 | 117 | 95 | 87 | 90 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 78 | 78 | 444 | 119 | 109 | 259 | 259 | 479 |
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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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