
Surf Forecasts:
Bulli Beach surf forecast from 29 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 2 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 11s period, SE swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 2 Aug, 4PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 12s period, SE swell with 660 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 1 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 15s period with SE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Bulli Beach this week:
The surf forecast for Bulli Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 01) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 7s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Bulli Beach in the next 16 days are 1.6m 12s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 02) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 3.0m 10s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 06) at 4AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10PM (Sat 1st Aug) | 2ft (0.6m) 15s |
| Best Surf | 10PM (Sun 2nd Aug) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 11s |
| Most Powerful | 4PM (Sun 2nd Aug) | 5ft (1.6m) 12s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Bulli Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let’s get straight into it, mate. This is a bit of a slow burner for Bulli Beach, but there’s a glimmer of something worth paddling out for later on. Right now, we’re looking at a whole lot of nothing for the first week or so.
From Thursday the 30th of July right through to the end of the first week of August, the surf is flat-out poor. We’re talking tiny little waves that barely push you along, nothing over 0.7 ft for days on end, and the wind is mostly cross or cross-onshore, messing up the surface. It’s a pretty grim run. There’s a little spike of 5.2 ft on Sunday the 2nd of August, but the wind is cross-shore and the period is only 12 seconds – it’s still messy and not worth your time. The combined energy that day hits 666 (moderate wave energy), but the conditions ruin it.
Then Monday the 3rd of August gives us a little taste of something better. We get a 3.0 ft swell from the SE with a 10-second period, and the wind is offshore from the NW in the morning. It’s clean, but it’s still small – a longboard or a funboard day. The combined energy is 191 (moderate wave energy). The water temp is about average for this time of year.
After that, it’s back to the doldrums – tiny waves and onshore wind for the rest of the week. There’s a big gap of poor surf from the 4th right through the 9th.
Now, here’s the standout. Monday the 10th of August is the one to circle on the calendar. Early morning, we get a 5.9 ft swell from the NE, but the period is short at 7 seconds. The wind? It’s glassy – dead calm. That’s a major positive. The combined energy is 456 (moderate to strong wave energy). The waves will be clean, full, and fun for an advanced surfer. That 5.9 ft is a bit much for beginners, but for the experienced crew, it’s game on. The short period means it’ll be a bit sectiony, but the glassy surface will make it rideable.
Tuesday the 11th of August morning is also solid, with a 5.2 ft swell from the ESE and a better period of 11 seconds. The wind is cross-offshore from the WSW, keeping it clean. Combined energy is 608 (strong wave energy). This is a solid, powerful swell that will hold up well. It’s a bit more of a groundswell feel, so it’ll line up nicely at Bulli’s bank structure.
The real standout, though, is Wednesday the 12th of August. Morning session: 6.6 ft ESE swell with an 11-second period, offshore wind from the WSW, and the combined energy is a solid 923 (strong wave energy). That’s a proper winter swell. The waves will be powerful, clean, and lined up. The 6.6 ft is only for experienced surfers – it’s going to be a big, serious day. The period is good, so expect long, clean walls. This is the best on offer in the whole 16-day window. After that, the swell drops off and the wind turns messy again.
The break is Bulli Beach, a beach-and-reef setup. It’s fairly consistent, and crowds are possible. With the bigger swells, the rip will be working, so keep your wits about you.
The 12th of August is the one. Get it while it’s good.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Sat morning. Very mild (max 15°C on Fri morning, min 8°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Mon morning, min 9°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | Tuesday 4 | ||||||||||||||
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) | NE 7 | E 12 | E 12 | S 10 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | ENE 8 | NE 7 | E 18 | NE 18 | SE 12 | SE 11 | SE 10 | SE 10 | ESE 8 | ESE 10 | ESE 9 | E 8 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
2 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 6 | 12 | 660 | 341 | 184 | 108 | 11 | 9 | 8 | 5 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-on | on | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross | cross-on | glassy | off | cross-off | cross | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 8:49AM1.08m | 8:44PM1.55m | 9:25AM1.12m | 9:19PM1.53m | 10:01AM1.17m | 9:54PM1.48m | 10:39AM1.21m | 10:32PM1.40m | 11:19AM1.25m | 11:13PM1.31m | 12:03PM1.29m | 00:02AM1.20m | |||||||
Low Tide | 2:54AM0.16m | 2:18PM0.34m | 3:26AM0.14m | 2:58PM0.34m | 3:58AM0.13m | 3:39PM0.35m | 4:29AM0.14m | 4:22PM0.37m | 5:02AM0.16m | 5:11PM0.39m | 5:38AM0.20m | 6:07PM0.41m | |||||||
— | 6:52 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | |
— | — | 5:13 | — | — | 5:14 | — | — | 5:15 | — | — | 5:15 | — | — | 5:15 | — | — | 5:16 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 11 | 14 | 14 | 11 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 18 | 17 | 14 | 20 | 18 | 11 | 16 | 16 | 10 |
Feels °C | 4 | 9 | 9 | 7 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 13 | 11 | 14 | 11 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 4 | 13 | 12 | 6 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 7 | S 9 | S 11 | S 10 | S 10 | NE 7 | S 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 13 | SE 12 | SE 12 | SE 11 | SE 10 | SE 10 | SE 10 | SSE 10 | S 9 | S 9 |
2 | 642 | 292 | 970 | 725 | 2 | 694 | 466 | 359 | 1117 | 902 | 660 | 341 | 184 | 108 | 27 | 11 | 181 | 251 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | NE 6 | NE 6 | — | NE 7 | — | NE 7 | SSE 14 | SSE 13 | NE 7 | S 21 | S 21 | E 16 | E 16 | NE 5 | ESE 8 | E 7 | ESE 9 | E 8 |
— | 2 | 1 | — | 2 | — | 2 | 71 | 265 | 2 | 36 | 35 | 5 | 5 | 18 | 11 | 4 | 8 | 5 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | E 12 | E 12 | — | — | — | — | ENE 8 | NE 7 | E 18 | NE 18 | E 17 | S 16 | NE 8 | E 16 | NNE 5 | ESE 10 | SSE 10 | NE 9 |
— | 3 | 3 | — | — | — | — | 6 | 2 | 6 | 12 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 19 | 2 | 9 | 10 | 3 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 9 | SSW 9 | S 9 | S 10 | — | S 10 | — | — | — | NNE 3 | N 3 | NE 4 | NNE 5 | N 5 | NW 3 | WSW 4 | SW 5 | W 4 | WSW 4 |
736 | 940 | 430 | 1154 | — | 787 | — | — | — | 3 | 5 | 17 | 28 | 21 | 2 | 30 | 70 | 9 | 17 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 7 | 7 | 78 | 2 | 2 | 75 | 2 | 18 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 90 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 40 | 2 | 2 |
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Information about the Bulli Beach Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Bulli Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Bulli Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Bulli Beach 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 (Bulli Beach) 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 Bulli Beach 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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