Broadbeach Surf Break

Lat Long: 28.01° S 153.43° E

Broadbeach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 3 pm 22 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Broadbeach sea temperature is
20.8° C
0.2° 

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


Broadbeach surf forecast from 22 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 22 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 9s period, E swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 25 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 9s period, SSE swell with 424 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 22 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 9s period with E swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Broadbeach this week:

The surf forecast for Broadbeach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 22) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 1.0m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Broadbeach in the next 16 days are 1.6m 9s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 25) 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 0.2m 3s period and expected on Saturday (Jul 25) at 7AM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10PM (Wed 22nd Jul)4.5ft (1.3m) 9s
Best Surf10PM (Wed 22nd Jul)4.5ft (1.3m) 9s
Most Powerful10AM (Sat 25th Jul)5ft (1.6m) 9s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s cookin’ for our stretch of coast.

Right off the bat, we’ve got a small window of clean surf starting Wednesday, 22 July, but don’t get too excited – it’s short-lived. The overall pattern is a classic winter run of small, grovelly conditions with a few standout moments if you’re patient. The water temp is sitting at a fairly normal 69°F for this time of year, so nothing unusual there.

First up, Broadbeach. Wednesday morning, 22 July, is where it’s at to start. We’ve got a 5ft east swell, period a solid 9 seconds, and the combined energy sits at a moderate 465. The wind is glassy – dead calm – so the surface will be clean as a whistle. That’s a lovely morning for a beginner-friendly wave. The morning session is the pick; the afternoon holds similar 4ft waves but stays glassy. Crowds can be an issue here often, so get out early.

Thursday morning, 23 July, still offers a 4ft east swell at 8 seconds, again with glassy conditions. Combined energy is down to 266, so it’s a bit weaker but still fun. By Thursday afternoon, the wind swings onshore from the east at 6 mph and the surf drops off quickly. From Friday, 24 July, through to the end of the month, things go flat and messy. The swell drops below 3ft, winds are cross or cross-onshore, and the energy is weak – most readings sit under 100. It’s a proper lull, six or seven days of poor surf. You’re better off checking the tide pools or going for a paddle.

Now, here’s the real standout. Mark your calendars for Thursday, 6 August. After a long dry spell, we get a solid pulse of groundswell. The morning shows a 2ft southeast swell at 14 seconds, with a moderate combined energy of 297. The wind is light and offshore from the west – clean surf. But the afternoon is the gem. Swell builds to 6ft from the south-southeast, period 10 seconds, and the combined energy jumps to a strong 931. The wind goes glassy offshore from the west-northwest. That’s proper size, with clean lines, though at 6ft it’s getting into the intermediate-to-expert zone. The long period (14 seconds in the morning) means the waves will have good shape, especially at a beach break like Broadbeach, but can be a bit straight – still, with offshore wind, it’s going to be absolutely pumping. This is the best on offer, no question.

After that, the forecast gets patchy again, but for now, that Thursday arvo is the one to wait for.

Rusty out.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Thu morning, min 12°C on Fri night). Winds increasing (calm on Wed afternoon, fresh winds from the SSE by Fri afternoon).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Mon morning, min 12°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light.

Wed
22
Thursday
23
Friday
24
Saturday
25
Sunday
26
Monday
27
Tuesday
28
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Rating
(10 max)
2
2
2
0
1
0
0
1
2
0
1
1
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
Swell
Height Map
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
1.3
E
9
1.2
E
9
1.1
E
8
1
E
8
0.9
E
8
0.8
E
8
1.2
SE
6
0.9
SE
7
1.6
SSE
9
0.8
E
8
0.6
E
8
0.4
SE
11
0.4
SE
10
0.4
SE
11
0.4
SE
11
0.4
SE
10
0.3
SE
10
0.2
ESE
12
0.2
ESE
11
0.2
E
11
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
270
220
173
133
105
80
120
71
424
72
40
29
27
30
29
28
16
13
12
9
Wind (km/h)
5
E
10
W
5
WNW
10
ESE
10
SSW
25
S
30
SSE
15
SSW
10
SSE
10
NNE
10
W
0
SSE
10
ENE
10
SSW
15
SSE
15
ESE
10
SSW
10
SE
15
SE
5
S
Wind State
glassy
off
glassy
on
cross-off
cross
cross
cross-off
cross-on
cross-on
off
glassy
on
cross-off
cross-on
cross-on
cross-off
cross-on
cross-on
cross
High Tide
4:07PM1.11m
3:30AM0.90m
5:10PM1.15m
4:37AM0.83m
6:04PM1.21m
5:42AM0.80m
6:52PM1.27m
6:39AM0.80m
7:34PM1.33m
7:29AM0.82m
8:12PM1.39m
8:12AM0.86m
8:48PM1.44m
Low Tide
10:09PM0.63m
9:45AM0.36m
11:43PM0.61m
10:41AM0.34m
00:53AM0.55m
11:38AM0.32m
1:46AM0.49m
12:31PM0.30m
2:27AM0.44m
1:18PM0.29m
3:03AM0.40m
2:00PM0.28m
3:36AM0.37m
clear
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6:33
6:33
6:31
6:31
6:31
6:31
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5:10
5:10
5:12
5:12
5:13
5:13
5:14
 mm
4
Temp °C
19
18
20
20
17
17
15
14
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17
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17
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17
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Feels °C
20
18
19
19
17
13
8
11
15
14
13
16
15
14
15
14
14
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15
15
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Information about the Broadbeach Surf forecast

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