Bird Rock Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.35° S 144.30° E

Bird Rock Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 pm 17 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Bird Rock sea temperature is
14.1° C
0.6° 

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


Bird Rock surf forecast from 17 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 22 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 12s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 22 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 12s period, SW swell with 1,807 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 18 Jul, 4AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 14s period with SW 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 Saturday (Jul 18) at 4AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 14s period. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Bird Rock in the next 16 days are 2.5m 12s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 22) 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 0.6m 3s period and expected on Wednesday (Jul 22) at 4PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 4AM (Sat 18th Jul)3.5ft (1.1m) 14s
Best Surf10PM (Wed 22nd Jul)8ft (2.5m) 12s
Most Powerful10PM (Wed 22nd Jul)8ft (2.5m) 12s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get into it. We’ve got a solid run of surf on the horizon, starting with a bit of a slow warm-up before the real juice kicks in.

Overall, the pattern is a slow build. We start with small, clean weekend waves, then a proper pulse of SW groundswell arrives mid-week, with a couple of absolute standouts for the experienced crew. The first few days are small but glassy, then it gets serious.

Saturday, 18th July sees small but clean beginnings. Bird Rock is showing a 3ft SW swell, with a period of 14 seconds. That’s a proper groundswell, and with the wind WNW at 6 mph, it’s offshore. The water temp is about average for the time of year. The combined energy is moderate (382). The afternoon glass-off with SE wind is a treat, but the swell drops to 3ft. It’s surfable, but nothing to write home about.

Sunday morning 19th is a little smaller still, 2ft from the SSW, but the wind is light offshore from the NNW, making for clean, peelable lines. The period drops to 11 seconds, so the energy is less (157). A good beginner session if you’re just getting wet.

Monday 20th is similar, 2ft SW swell, but the period jumps to 16 seconds. That’s a very long-period groundswell. It’ll be straight and walled up at Bird Rock since it’s a reef, so watch for the sets to be powerful but maybe a bit wonky. Offshore wind keeps it clean.

Now, Tuesday 22nd and Wednesday 23rd we see the swell bumping up. Tuesday morning has 3ft, 14 seconds, and offshore NNW wind. The energy is picking up (281). By Wednesday 23rd, the swell hits 6ft from the SSW, with a 14-second period. The combined energy jumps to strong (1447). The wind is cross-off from the SW, so it’s not perfect, but it’s clean. That’s bigger, more powerful, and pushing into intermediate territory.

Friday, 24th July is where we get the first real standout. Morning offers 6ft SW swell, 15-second period, and clean offshore WNW wind at 12 mph. The combined energy is very strong (2388). The forecast calls for excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers. This is the one to circle. The afternoon holds similar quality.

Saturday, 25th July is still very good, with 5ft SW swell, but the period drops to 13 seconds. The wind stays offshore, solid moderate breeze. The energy is still strong (700). A fun day for competent surfers.

Sunday 26th is a drop-off, with 3ft and a building afternoon cross-off wind that messes it up.

Monday 27th July has another big pulse. The morning is 5ft from the SSW, but the afternoon is a beast: 8ft SW swell, 12-second period, and strong offshore wind. The combined energy is massive (3042). This is the second standout, but at 8ft, it’s for experts only. The reef at Bird Rock will be handling a lot of water.

Tuesday 28th holds solid, with 7ft and 7ft sets, but the wind is cross-off from the WNW in the morning. The afternoon of the 28th gets a clean offshore, making it another excellent session for the brave.

Wednesday 29th continues with 5ft to 5ft SSW swell, 13-second period, and clean offshore wind. Very good, consistent conditions.

Thursday 30th July sees a big 12ft SSW swell, but the wind is cross-shore, making it a messy, choppy affair. The period is short (11 seconds) for that size. It’s more of a kite-surfing setup than a paddle session.

Friday 31st July is the last true standout. The morning is 8ft SSW swell, with a light offshore WNW breeze. The period is 10 seconds, which is a bit short, but the energy is strong (1389). The afternoon is glassy with a 7ft swell. Excellent conditions for the experienced surfer.

Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd August the wind swings onshore and strong, the swell is 8ft and 6ft, but it’s all blown out and choppy. A bad note to end on.

The real dates to lock in are Friday 24th July and Monday 27th July (afternoon). Both are heavy, clean, and powerful. The 24th is a bit more manageable for strong intermediates, while the 27th is expert territory. The 31st is also a glassy gem.

For the long-range stuff, like the 28th and 29th, it’s promising but we’ll have to see how the wind holds. The first week is the most reliable.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 14°C on Sun afternoon, min 10°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Wed afternoon. Very mild (max 15°C on Tue afternoon, min 9°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

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Swell
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Height (m)
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1.2
SW
15
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SW
14
0.8
SW
13
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SW
13
0.6
SSW
11
0.6
SSW
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0.4
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18
0.6
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16
0.5
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0.8
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14
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14
1.6
SW
16
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
606
382
250
83
98
93
109
161
107
132
281
246
109
141
265
1244
1447
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Wind (km/h)
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WNW
5
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High Tide
1:42AM1.76m
2:34PM2.05m
2:41AM1.81m
3:14PM2.04m
3:35AM1.82m
3:51PM1.99m
4:25AM1.80m
4:26PM1.92m
5:13AM1.75m
4:59PM1.82m
6:00AM1.69m
5:30PM1.72m
Low Tide
8:01AM0.13m
8:47PM0.42m
8:50AM0.22m
9:31PM0.30m
9:36AM0.34m
10:13PM0.24m
10:20AM0.48m
10:53PM0.23m
11:01AM0.63m
11:32PM0.26m
11:41AM0.76m
00:10AM0.32m
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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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