
Surf Forecasts:
Bells Beach - Bowl surf forecast from 13 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 13 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 18ft (5.5m), 15s period, WSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 13 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 18ft (5.5m), 15s period, WSW swell with 13,155 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 13 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 18ft (5.5m), 15s period with WSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Bells Beach - Bowl this week:
The surf forecast for Bells Beach - Bowl over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 13) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 5.5m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 3.0m and 16s. Another secondary swell of 0.4m and 17s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Bells Beach - Bowl in the next 16 days are 5.5m 15s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 13) at 10PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore 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 7PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10PM (Mon 13th Jul) | 18ft (5.5m) 15s |
| Best Surf | 10PM (Mon 13th Jul) | 18ft (5.5m) 15s |
| Most Powerful | 10PM (Mon 13th Jul) | 18ft (5.5m) 15s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Bells Beach - Bowl over the next 16 days.
G'day, Rusty here, lookin' at the next 16 days for our patch. We've got a solid run of groundswell on the way, but it's a bit of a mixed bag with the wind.
Alright, let's get into it. The standout is Bells Beach - Bowl (Victoria, Australia). It's a classic reef and point setup, consistent, and it handles a SW swell like a champ. The water temp is sittin' at 57°, which is pretty much what you'd expect for this time of year.
We kick off Monday the 13th, but honestly, that first day is a write-off. We've got a 8ft SW swell, 16-second period, and a massive 2481 (moderate wave energy) on offer, but that 35 km/h NW wind is gonna make it a real battle. It's fresh, clean, but too strong to be any fun. The afternoon doesn't look any better with a cross-off wind.
Tuesday the 14th is more of the same. The swell is still solid at 8ft from the SW, period at 16 seconds (2868 energy), but that 25 km/h W wind is still makin' it a cross-off mess. This swell is pushin' hard, but it ain't gonna be pretty.
Now, Wednesday the 15th is where things start to look up. The swell drops to a more manageable 6ft from the SW, 15-second period (1237 energy). The wind drops to a gentle 15 km/h cross-off from the WNW, and the conditions are described as excellent for experienced surfers. This is a solid call for anyone who's comfortable in a powerful, long-period point break. The wave comment says "excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers," and I'm feelin' that.
Thursday the 16th keeps the good vibes. The swell is 6ft from the SW, 15-second period (1462 energy), and the wind is a super light 5 km/h cross-off from the SW. It's clean, it's got shape, and it's a ripper for the advanced crew. The afternoon turns a bit onshore, so the morning is the go.
But the absolute jewel in the crown is Friday the 17th. We've got a 5ft SW swell, a 17-second period (1470 energy), and the wind? Flat. Glass. 5 km/h from the NE. The afternoon is described as "glassy." That's the word. Glassy. The wave comment says "excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers," and with that period and zero wind, the waves are gonna be long, clean, and powerful. This is the pick of the first week. The crowds can be "sometimes" an issue, but for a session like that, it's worth the company.
The swell starts to fade over the weekend. Saturday the 18th has a 3ft SW swell, 14-second period, and glassy conditions in the afternoon, but it's small. Sunday the 19th is down to 2ft and 12-second period. It's a gap.
The following week is a bit of a wait. Monday the 20th to Wednesday the 22nd sees small waves and buildin' wind. Nothin' to write home about. Thursday the 23rd is a weird one – a tiny 2ft swell with a 21-second period (375 energy). That's a lot of period for a tiny wave, it'll be a long wait between sets.
Then, just when you think it's done, it fires back up. Friday the 24th of July is a massive day. The forecast shows a 7ft SW swell, 18-second period, 2764 energy, and a light 10 km/h offshore from the NNW. The wave comment says "excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers." That is a serious groundswell. For a point break like Bells, that long period is perfect. It's a big day, so it's for the experts only. The afternoon has a cross-shore wind, so nail the morning session.
Saturday the 25th and Sunday the 26th hang on. Saturday afternoon has a 5ft SW swell, 15-second period, and clean conditions. Sunday the 26th has a 6-6ft SSW swell, with a 20-25 km/h offshore from the WNW. That's "moderate offshore and clean" – a proper surfer's wind. Energy is high at 1682. This is another solid weekend window.
The last couple of days, Monday the 27th and Tuesday the 28th, the swell drops off again, but the wind stays offshore. Tuesday the 28th has a 5ft SSW swell, 15-second period, with a 25 km/h offshore from the NW. It's "moderate offshore and clean," so for the last day of the forecast, it's a decent session.
So, to sum it up: the standouts are Friday the 17th for the glassy perfection, and Friday the 24th of July for the big, powerful groundswell. The Wednesday the 15th and the weekend of the 25th/26th are also very solid. There's a lull from the 19th to the 23rd, but it's a short one. This is a great run for a spot that knows how to handle a SW swell.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Very mild (max 15°C on Mon morning, min 8°C on Tue night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the WNW on Mon morning, light winds from the W by Wed afternoon). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Sat afternoon, min 9°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 13 | Tuesday 14 | Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | |||||||||||||||
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 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SSW 15 | SW 15 | SW 16 | SW 17 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SW 18 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
2481 | 2796 | 3903 | 2868 | 2352 | 1983 | 1237 | 1094 | 1031 | 1415 | 1190 | 869 | 1115 | 1417 | 631 | 387 | 253 | 99 | 111 | 75 | 194 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-on | glassy | cross-off | glassy | off | cross-off | glassy | off | cross-off | off | cross-off |
High Tide | 8:45PM1.58m | 11:07AM1.84m | 10:05PM1.58m | 12:09PM1.92m | 11:25PM1.62m | 1:04PM1.99m | 00:38AM1.70m | 1:51PM2.03m | 1:42AM1.76m | 2:34PM2.05m | 2:41AM1.81m | 3:14PM2.04m | 3:35AM1.82m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 3:38PM1.04m | 3:48AM0.11m | 4:58PM0.99m | 4:59AM0.08m | 6:08PM0.88m | 6:06AM0.06m | 7:07PM0.73m | 7:06AM0.08m | 7:59PM0.56m | 8:01AM0.13m | 8:47PM0.42m | 8:50AM0.22m | 9:31PM0.30m | ||||||||
7:37 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | |
— | 5:19 | — | — | 5:19 | — | — | 5:20 | — | — | 5:21 | — | — | 5:21 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | |
mm | — | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 15 | 14 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 12 | 13 | 15 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 13 |
Feels °C | 8 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 14 | 11 | 11 | 13 | 10 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SSW 15 | SW 15 | SW 16 | SW 17 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SW 18 |
2481 | 2796 | 3903 | 2868 | 2352 | 1983 | 1237 | 1094 | 1031 | 1415 | 1190 | 869 | 1115 | 1417 | 631 | 387 | 253 | 99 | 111 | 75 | 194 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | S 20 | S 17 | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 16 | S 15 | — | SSW 16 | S 17 | S 15 | — | S 16 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 20 | SSW 11 |
— | 30 | 147 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 47 | 40 | — | 47 | 53 | 17 | — | 21 | 83 | 41 | 60 | 47 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 16 | SSW 20 | SW 12 | WSW 12 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 20 | 40 | 40 | 14 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 4 | WNW 4 | — | WNW 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NNE 2 | NNE 3 | N 3 |
16 | 16 | — | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2 | 2 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 329 | 810 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Information about the Bells Beach - Bowl Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Bells Beach - Bowl provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Bells Beach - Bowl can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Bells Beach - Bowl 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 (Bells Beach - Bowl) 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 Bells Beach - Bowl 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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