
Surf Forecasts:
Bird Rock surf forecast from 11 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 14 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 15s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 14 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 15s period, SW swell with 9,166 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 14 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 15s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Bird Rock this week:
The surf forecast for Bird Rock over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 14) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.2m and 15s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Bird Rock in the next 16 days are 4.5m 15s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 14) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.1m 4s period and expected on Saturday (Jul 11) at 4PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10PM (Tue 14th Jul) | 7ft (2.2m) 15s |
| Best Surf | 10PM (Tue 14th Jul) | 7ft (2.2m) 15s |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Tue 14th Jul) | 15ft (4.5m) 15s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Bird Rock over the next 16 days.
Alright, surfers, Rusty here. Let’s take a look at what’s ahead for Bird Rock. The next couple of weeks are a real mixed bag, with some proper swell windows but plenty of wild, tricky conditions to work through too.
The water temp is sitting around 57°, which is about average for this time of year, so no surprises there.
We’ve got a slow start. Saturday the 11th is a write-off with small, weak 2ft south-west swell and messy cross-off winds. No point paddling out.
Sunday the 12th sees a jump in size. Morning has a clean 5ft SW swell coming in with a good offshore breeze, but the energy is pretty raw and sets will be a challenge. It’s not surfable in the conventional sense. The afternoon pushes up to 6ft but with cross-off wind. Still tough.
Monday the 13th is where things start to get interesting. A solid 8ft SW groundswell with a very long 16-second period rolls in, with fresh offshore winds. This is going to be big, powerful, and for experts only. The combined swell energy is huge (2481 in the morning, 2716 in the afternoon) – this is a proper pulse. The long period will make it crank at this reef break. It’s a strong standout for experienced surfers.
Tuesday the 14th is another massive day, but it’s getting borderline. Morning sees a 15ft SW swell with moderate cross-off wind – the combined energy is off the charts at 12010. This is colossal. Only the most seasoned charger should even consider it. The afternoon drops to 12ft but it’s still a beast.
Wednesday the 15th morning looks excellent for the average competent surfer. A clean 6ft SSW swell with a gentle offshore breeze (1158 on the energy meter). The wind is light, the waves are solid, and it’s clean. The afternoon holds 5ft SW with light cross-off.
Thursday the 16th is a hidden gem. Morning has a clean 4ft SW swell with light offshore, but the afternoon is true perfection: glassy conditions with a 4ft SW swell. That combination of zero wind and clean, fun-sized waves is a rare treat. This is a standout session for anyone.
Friday the 17th morning offers another strong option for experienced surfers: 6ft SW groundswell with a very long 16-second period and a light offshore. The energy is high (1528). It will be powerful and clean.
The following week gets smaller and less consistent, with a few glimmers. Monday the 21st afternoon is a beauty – glassy conditions and a solid 6ft WSW swell with a 13-second period. The energy is strong (1382) and it’s glassy. That’s another standout session to mark in your calendar. Thursday the 23rd has a big pulse of 8ft SW swell again, but it’s compromised by cross-off winds. Friday the 24th afternoon improves with offshore wind and a clean 6ft SSW swell.
Overall, the best sessions on the menu are the glassy Thursday 16th afternoon and the glassy Monday 21st afternoon. For the big-wave crew, Monday 13th and Tuesday 14th are the serious standouts.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 20mm), heaviest during Sat afternoon. Very mild (max 14°C on Sat morning, min 8°C on Sat night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the WNW on Sat night, light winds from the WNW by Mon night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Thu morning, min 9°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 11 | Sunday 12 | Monday 13 | Tuesday 14 | Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | |||||||||||||||
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 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 14 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
134 | 125 | 156 | 603 | 868 | 1251 | 2481 | 2620 | 3486 | 9166 | 4730 | 1911 | 1158 | 834 | 597 | 606 | 597 | 556 | 1486 | 1284 | 598 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | off | off | glassy | off | off | cross | off |
High Tide | 6:39PM1.65m | 8:40AM1.74m | 7:35PM1.61m | 9:55AM1.78m | 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 | ||||||||
Low Tide | 1:09PM0.92m | 1:34AM0.17m | 2:18PM1.01m | 2:38AM0.14m | 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 | ||||||||
7:37 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | |
— | 5:16 | — | — | 5:17 | — | — | 5:19 | — | — | 5:19 | — | — | 5:20 | — | — | 5:21 | — | — | 5:21 | — | |
mm | — | 7 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 2 | — | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 14 | 14 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 14 | 12 |
Feels °C | 7 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 7 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 10 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 14 |
134 | 125 | 156 | 603 | 868 | 1251 | 2481 | 2620 | 3486 | 2844 | 2624 | 1911 | 1158 | 834 | 597 | 606 | 597 | 556 | 1486 | 1284 | 598 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | — | SW 22 | — | — | SW 19 | S 17 | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 21 | SW 20 | SSW 18 | S 15 | S 16 | — |
1 | 1 | 1 | — | 19 | — | — | 96 | 50 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 18 | 15 | 547 | 42 | 45 | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 16 | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 21 | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 4 | NNE 4 | NW 4 | WNW 4 | W 4 | WNW 3 | WNW 4 | NW 4 | W 3 | SW 15 | SW 15 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
10 | 46 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 8 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 9166 | 4730 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 12 | 234 | 234 | 521 | 824 | 35 | 327 | 327 | 35 | 3 | 518 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
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Information about the Bird Rock Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Bird Rock provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Bird Rock can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Bird Rock 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 (Bird Rock) 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 Bird Rock 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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