Bonza Bay Surf Break

Lat Long: 32.99° S 27.94° E

Bonza Bay Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 am 08 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Bonza Bay sea temperature is
17.9° C
2.2° 

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


Bonza Bay surf forecast from 8 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 9 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 13s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 9 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 13s period, SW swell with 4,111 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 9 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 13s period with SSW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Bonza Bay this week:

The surf forecast for Bonza Bay over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 09) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.5m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 2.3m and 13s. Another secondary swell of 0.3m and 10s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Bonza Bay in the next 16 days are 3.5m 13s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 09) at 11AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.5m 8s period and expected on Monday (Jul 13) at 11AM.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 5AM (Thu 9th Jul)11ft (3.5m) 13s
Best Surf 5AM (Thu 9th Jul)11ft (3.5m) 13s
Most Powerful11AM (Thu 9th Jul)11ft (3.5m) 13s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Bonza Bay over the next 16 days.


G’day, it’s Rusty here with a look at what’s coming up at Bonza Bay over the next couple of weeks.

To start with, the water temperature at Bonza Bay is sitting at 64.2°F and that’s a full 3.96°F colder than the long-term average for this time of year. That’s a solid step colder than what most of us are used to – you’ll want a thicker wetsuit if you’re heading out, no joke.

Right, let’s talk the bigger picture. This first week has some serious ups and downs – and a few days where you’ll want to stay on the sand. We kick off with the morning of Wednesday the 8th of July, but honestly, it’s pretty average. You’ve got a 0.9m SSW swell wrapping in with a period of 13 seconds, but the wind is a light cross-swell from the SW and wave energy is weak at 268. Combined with that marginal surf call and the water being much colder than normal, it’s not the best way to start. The afternoon gets worse: 1.5m swell but a 35 km/h cross-wind and a reading of 776 for energy, just lumpy and messy. That afternoon is a dead loss.

Thursday the 9th of July morning is a different story – huge. We’ve got a solid 3.5m SW swell with a period of 13 seconds pushing in, and the wind is a moderate cross-offshore from the SW at 25 km/h, keeping things clean. The wave energy is massive at 5756 – that’s strong to very strong. But look, this is way too big for most punters. Over 2.5m, this is expert territory only, and even then I’d be cautious. That afternoon drops to 2.2m but the wind turns cross-shore and it gets sloppy – not worth it.

Friday the 10th of July morning is the standout of the week. Swell is 2.5m from the S with a 14-second period – that’s a nice long groundswell, and with a gentle cross-offshore wind from the WSW at 15 km/h, it’s clean. Energy is very strong at 2602. It’s labelled excellent for experienced surfers, and I’d back that – but only if you’ve got the skills and the board to handle it. This is a classic big-wave day for the crew who know what they’re doing. Afternoon goes cross-shore and drops off.

Saturday the 11th of July morning is a hidden gem. A 1.9m S swell with a 12-second period, and the wind is glassy – a 5 km/h easterly that’s basically nothing. Energy is moderate at 1096 but with the glassy surface, it’ll be smooth as silk. This is a great session for intermediate surfers who want clean, manageable waves. That afternoon the wind picks up and turns choppy – so get it early.

Sunday the 12th of July is poor all day – cross-winds and 30 km/h gusts, lumpy, no good. Monday the 13th of July morning is better: a 1.7m east swell with 8-second period – short period windswell, but with a light cross-offshore from the WSW and clean conditions, you’ll still find a few runners. Energy is 646 – weak, but rideable.

Tuesday the 14th of July morning is looking really good – 1.4m SW swell with a 10-second period, zero wind – totally glassy. Clean as a whistle, energy at 848. This is a lovely window for all levels, just a fun morning.

Wednesday the 15th of July morning has a 1.2m east swell, light cross-offshore, clean enough for a cruise. Not huge but you’ll get some waves.

Thursday the 16th of July morning is messy due to 35 km/h winds – not for me. But that afternoon? Hold on – 3.0m SW swell with an 11-second period and a fresh cross-offshore, energy at 3424 – that’s strong. Again, too big for beginners, but experts will have a blast.

Friday the 17th of July is another giant – morning has 3.5m SW swell at 13 seconds, energy at 6829, clean cross-offshore wind. Absolutely pumping, but only for the brave. Afternoon stays big but gets cross-shore and lumpy.

Saturday the 18th of July is blown out – cross-winds over 25 km/h on 2.5m+ swell, choppy and tough. Sunday the 19th of July morning has 1.7m S swell with a moderate cross-offshore, clean but marginal in the tide call.

Then we hit a gap. From Monday the 20th through to Tuesday the 21st of July, conditions are poor – weak swells, strong winds, no real go. Wednesday the 22nd of July morning brings a 1.7m SSW swell with a very long 16-second period – groundswell with serious energy at 1628. This one is best suited to a point or reef, not so much for the beach, because a long period swell like that can break straight and fast. Still, clean and

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Wed night. Very mild (max 19°C on Wed afternoon, min 13°C on Fri morning). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the SW on Wed afternoon, calm by Fri night).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Heavy rain (total 22mm), heaviest during Sat night. Very mild (max 19°C on Sun afternoon, min 15°C on Sat morning). Winds increasing (calm on Sat morning, fresh winds from the NE by Sun night).

Wednesday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Tuesday
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13
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SW
13
2.2
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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745
1344
4111
1791
2824
2595
2091
1617
1091
1170
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520
408
387
363
392
302
388
215
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Wind (km/h)
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SW
35
SW
25
WSW
25
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SW
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W
15
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20
SSW
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WNW
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20
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10
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S
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High Tide
9:13AM1.53m
10:00PM1.73m
10:37AM1.50m
11:21PM1.73m
12:05PM1.54m
00:37AM1.78m
1:20PM1.65m
1:42AM1.87m
2:19PM1.78m
2:37AM1.95m
3:10PM1.91m
3:26AM2.01m
3:56PM2.01m
4:11AM2.03m
Low Tide
3:15PM0.82m
4:31AM0.88m
4:36PM0.86m
5:58AM0.83m
6:05PM0.83m
7:10AM0.74m
7:21PM0.75m
8:08AM0.62m
8:22PM0.65m
8:57AM0.51m
9:14PM0.55m
9:41AM0.42m
10:01PM0.49m
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Information about the Bonza Bay Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Bonza Bay provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Bonza Bay can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Bonza Bay 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 (Bonza Bay) 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 Bonza Bay 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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