
Surf Forecasts:
Burleigh Heads surf forecast from 23 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 25 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 10s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 25 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 10s period, S swell with 884 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 24 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 8s period with ENE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Burleigh Heads this week:
The surf forecast for Burleigh Heads over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 24) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Burleigh Heads in the next 16 days are 2.0m 10s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 25) at 7AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.4m 5s period and expected on Friday (Jul 24) at 1PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7AM (Fri 24th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 7AM (Sat 25th Jul) | 6.5ft (2.0m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 7AM (Sat 25th Jul) | 6.5ft (2.0m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Burleigh Heads over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here again. Let's break down the local forecast.
We're starting off flat, so don't bother checking the waves for the first few days. You'll be waiting until Saturday, July 25th, before there's anything worth a look.
The real standout is Burleigh Heads on the morning of Saturday, July 25th. We're looking at a 4.6ft swell from the SSE, with a period of 9 seconds, giving it some decent shape. The wind is a slight, glassy offshore from the SSE, meaning the point will be clean and the lines will be smooth. It's going to be a proper session. The combined swell energy is a moderate 591, so there's plenty of push. It's an advanced spot and it's consistent, so expect a few other heads out there—crowds are likely. The water temp is about average for this time of year.
Later that Saturday afternoon, the wind shifts onshore, so the morning is the only window.
Sunday, July 26th morning is worth a mention. The swell drops to 3ft from the SSE, but the wind goes glassy. It'll be small and clean, perfect for a longboard or a funboard. The energy is low at 189, so it's a mellow one.
We then go into a bit of a lull through the end of July and into the start of August. There are a few mornings with clean, cross-off winds, but the swell is tiny, under 3.3ft, and the energy is weak. It's not worth rushing for.
Then things get interesting again. On Monday, August 3rd, the morning looks promising. The swell jumps to 6.2ft from the ENE, which is a solid size, but the period is short at 8 seconds. It's a cross-off breeze from the south, keeping it clean. The energy is a strong 460. This is a good one for the more experienced crew, as 6.2ft is pushing it for beginners. The afternoon sees the wind pick up and go cross-shore, so again, the morning is the call.
Further ahead, Thursday, August 6th morning has a clean 5.6ft ENE swell, and Friday, August 7th morning is looking even better with a 6.6ft ENE swell and a light cross-off breeze. The energy is up there at 514. That Friday morning could be a ripper, though it's a long way out, so treat it as a promising possibility.
The final day on the forecast, Saturday, August 8th, has a massive 13.1ft swell from the ENE with a long 11-second period. The combined energy is a whopping 3709. That's a huge, powerful swell. For a point break like Burleigh, that much energy with a long period can make it very heavy and difficult. It's strictly for experts only, and the cross-on wind will make it a bit messy. Honestly, this setup might be more interesting for the kite surfers than the paddle crew.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Fri morning, min 12°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Mon afternoon. Very mild (max 19°C on Wed morning, min 14°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | ||||||||||||||
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) | E 8 | ENE 7 | SSE 6 | SSE 8 | SSE 9 | S 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | S 9 | S 9 | S 9 | S 9 | S 8 | S 8 | ENE 6 | ESE 13 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
130 | 73 | 220 | 346 | 314 | 231 | 209 | 157 | 120 | 131 | 125 | 110 | 83 | 76 | 73 | 68 | 29 | 22 | 16 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | on | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | off | glassy | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 3:25AM0.89m | 4:45PM1.32m | 4:40AM0.88m | 5:36PM1.39m | 5:41AM0.91m | 6:19PM1.48m | 6:29AM0.96m | 6:58PM1.56m | 7:09AM1.01m | 7:34PM1.64m | 7:46AM1.05m | 8:07PM1.69m | |||||||
Low Tide | 10:24PM0.60m | 9:33AM0.35m | 11:34PM0.52m | 10:33AM0.34m | 00:23AM0.43m | 11:26AM0.30m | 1:03AM0.34m | 12:11PM0.24m | 1:39AM0.27m | 12:51PM0.18m | 2:12AM0.20m | 1:29PM0.13m | 2:44AM0.15m | ||||||
— | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | |
— | — | 5:12 | — | — | 5:12 | — | — | 5:13 | — | — | 5:13 | — | — | 5:14 | — | — | 5:14 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | 2 | — |
Temp °C | 16 | 18 | 16 | 14 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 19 | 19 | 16 |
Feels °C | 15 | 13 | 10 | 11 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 14 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 8 | ENE 7 | E 9 | E 9 | SSE 9 | S 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | S 9 | S 9 | S 9 | S 9 | S 8 | S 8 | ENE 6 | NE 6 |
130 | 73 | 55 | 83 | 314 | 231 | 209 | 157 | 120 | 131 | 125 | 110 | 83 | 76 | 73 | 68 | 29 | 22 | 42 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 10 | E 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | SSE 16 | E 8 | E 8 | ENE 7 | E 7 | ENE 7 | E 7 | ESE 12 | ESE 12 | ESE 12 | ESE 12 | E 4 | ENE 6 | S 8 | S 7 |
7 | 22 | 42 | 26 | 217 | 57 | 32 | 20 | 17 | 10 | 4 | 30 | 30 | 26 | 26 | 8 | 19 | 19 | 9 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 6 | E 11 | E 10 | — | E 9 | SSE 14 | NE 7 | ESE 8 | SSE 14 | SSE 13 | ESE 13 | E 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | E 7 | NE 6 | ESE 11 | SSE 7 | ESE 13 |
2 | 10 | 33 | — | 60 | 136 | 12 | 12 | 19 | 34 | 16 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 12 | 5 | 16 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SSE 4 | SSE 6 | SSE 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 3 | SSE 4 | SSE 4 | SSE 4 | SSE 4 | ENE 4 | — | — | — |
— | 29 | 220 | 346 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 7 | 13 | 13 | 22 | 10 | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 12 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 63 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 51 | 3 |
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Information about the Burleigh Heads Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Burleigh Heads provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Burleigh Heads can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Burleigh Heads 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 (Burleigh Heads) 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 Burleigh Heads 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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