Surf Forecasts:
Broadway surf forecast from 18 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 22 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 9s period, SSE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 22 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 8s period, S swell with 291 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 22 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 9s period with SSE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Broadway this week:
The surf forecast for Broadway over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 22) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 6s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Broadway in the next 16 days are 1.5m 8s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 22) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 6s period and expected on Friday (Jul 24) at 8PM.
| Wave Type | Time (EDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8PM (Wed 22nd Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 8PM (Wed 22nd Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Wed 22nd Jul) | 5ft (1.5m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Broadway over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, straight talk – the forecast for Broadway over the next 16 days is a big ol' dud. We're looking at a major dry spell for surf, with really nothing worth paddling out for right from the start (July 17) and that flatness stretches on for weeks.
The only session that even kinda-sorta stands out is on the afternoon of Wednesday, July 22. The swell bumps up to about 4 ft from the SSE (combined energy is 259 – moderate push). The period is short at 9 seconds, so it's windswell, but maybe it throws up a few rideable sections. The wind is cross-offshore from the WSW at 22 mph, which will keep the surface reasonably clean, though it's a decent breeze, not glassy. For an advanced local who can handle a little lump, this is your one chance all fortnight to snag a wave or two.
Water temp is a pleasant 75°F, a touch warmer than average for this time of year, so you'll be fine in boardshorts or a spring suit.
After that, it’s back to a relentless run of weak, messy, and tiny conditions. Waist-high slop with onshore or cross-onshore wind, combined wave energy dropping into the pathetic 20-60 range. Swell hangs in the SSE to SE with period mostly 4-9 seconds – no real power. The wind just keeps messing things up, often moderate to fresh and cross-onshore, leaving the water choppy and lumpy.
From July 23 all the way through August 1, it’s the same story: tiny surf, poor quality, ugly wind. The last week and into early August offers no relief – just a long stretch of flat, weak, and messy.
Bottom line: Don't rush. If you're an expert and you’re really jonesing, maybe the afternoon of July 22 is worth a look, but even then, expectations should be rock bottom. Otherwise, find something else to do.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 28mm), heaviest during Sat night. Warm (max 29°C on Sat afternoon, min 21°C on Sun night). Mainly strong winds. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 23mm), heaviest during Tue afternoon. Warm (max 29°C on Wed afternoon, min 19°C on Wed night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the SW on Tue night, light winds from the NW by Wed night). | ||||||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 14 | S 4 | S 5 | S 7 | S 6 | S 7 | SSE 7 | SSE 7 | SSE 7 | SE 4 | SE 4 | SSE 5 | SSW 6 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SSE 9 | SSE 8 | SE 8 | ESE 7 |
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 kJ | 4 | 18 | 100 | 130 | 31 | 24 | 17 | 17 | 9 | 15 | 28 | 42 | 62 | 176 | 101 | 86 | 42 | 21 | 36 |
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Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | on | on | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 11:24PM1.72m | 12:03PM1.48m | 00:12AM1.58m | 12:55PM1.46m | 1:02AM1.44m | 1:48PM1.44m | 1:54AM1.30m | 2:42PM1.42m | 2:50AM1.18m | 3:37PM1.42m | 3:49AM1.10m | 4:31PM1.43m | 4:49AM1.06m | ||||||
Low Tide | 5:40AM-0.08m | 5:50PM0.06m | 6:27AM-0.01m | 6:47PM0.15m | 7:14AM0.08m | 7:45PM0.23m | 8:02AM0.16m | 8:46PM0.29m | 8:52AM0.23m | 9:48PM0.32m | 9:42AM0.27m | 10:47PM0.32m | |||||||
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 | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — |
 | 8:22 | — | 8:22 | — | — | 8:22 | — | — | 8:21 | — | — | 8:20 | — | — | 8:20 | — | — | 8:19 | — |
mm | — | 5 | 3 | 20 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 9 | 14 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 28 | 26 | 29 | 27 | 24 | 27 | 27 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 27 | 29 | 28 | 20 | 24 | 25 |
Feels °C | 27 | 28 | 29 | 31 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 17 | 20 | 22 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 8 | ESE 8 | SE 13 | SE 13 | S 6 | S 7 | SSE 7 | SSE 7 | SSE 7 | ENE 4 | NE 4 | E 12 | SSE 5 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SSE 9 | SSE 8 | SE 8 | ESE 7 |
| kJ | 3 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 31 | 24 | 17 | 17 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 40 | 176 | 101 | 86 | 42 | 21 | 36 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 14 | SE 14 | SE 13 | E 8 | — | E 13 | E 12 | SE 12 | SE 12 | SE 12 | E 12 | E 12 | — | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | SE 8 | SSE 7 | S 7 |
| kJ | 4 | 7 | 7 | 1 | — | 3 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 3 | — | 3 | 1 | 1 | 39 | 9 | 4 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | — | E 13 | SE 13 | SE 12 | SE 12 | SE 12 | — | E 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | SE 8 | — |
| kJ | 2 | 2 | 2 | — | 3 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 11 | — |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 3 | S 4 | S 5 | S 7 | WNW 3 | NW 3 | NNE 2 | ENE 4 | E 4 | SE 4 | SE 4 | SSE 5 | SSW 6 | WSW 4 | WNW 3 | N 3 | NE 3 | ENE 3 | NE 4 |
| kJ | 3 | 18 | 100 | 130 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 13 | 6 | 15 | 28 | 42 | 62 | 16 | 7 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 2 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1008 | 1016 | 86 | 15 | 38 | 38 | 105 | 229 | 353 | 321 | 1177 | 2463 | 1128 | 148 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
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Information about the Broadway Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Broadway provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Broadway can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Broadway 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 (Broadway) 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 Broadway 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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