Clifton Beach Surf Break

Lat Long: 42.99° S 147.53° E

Clifton Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 3 am 25 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Clifton Beach sea temperature is
11.6° C
0.5° 

Clifton Beach surf forecast from 24 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 1 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 17s period, SW swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 1 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 17s period, SW swell with 10,092 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 25 Jul, 7PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 10s period with S swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Clifton Beach this week:

The surf forecast for Clifton Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 25) at 7PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 12s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Clifton Beach in the next 16 days are 4.0m 17s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 01) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 3s period and expected on Monday (Jul 27) at 10AM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 7PM (Sat 25th Jul)3.5ft (1.0m) 10s
Best Surf10AM (Sat 1st Aug)13ft (4.0m) 17s
Most Powerful10AM (Sat 1st Aug)13ft (4.0m) 17s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here. Let's break down what Clifton Beach has in store for you.

Right now, it’s a slow start. From Saturday the 25th through Thursday the 30th of July, it's mostly flat and ugly. Tiny, weak swell with moderate cross-onshore winds making a mess. Not much to get excited about.

Things perk up a bit come Friday the 31st of July. The morning sees a cleaner 3ft SSW swell blowing out of the north-northwest, keeping the face smooth. It’s not big, but with light winds and a clean surface, it’s a decent option for a quiet session. The water temperature is around 53°F, which is about normal for this time of year.

Now, here’s the real deal. On Saturday the 1st of August, a massive 13ft SSW groundswell rolls in with a long 17-second period (combined energy through the roof at 13398). The wind is offshore and clean. But let’s be real – this is way too big for Clifton Beach. This is a day for experts only with a death wish. The power and size will be dangerous for anyone else.

Sunday the 2nd of August is still big, with an 8ft to 8ft S swell and a long period. The wind stays clean and offshore. The afternoon looks like the better session for experienced surfers (combined energy still strong at 3049). The waves will have plenty of power, but you still need to know what you’re doing.

The following week from Monday the 3rd through to Sunday the 9th of August, the swell fades away fast. There's a small, clean 4ft S swell on Monday morning with light offshore breezes, offering a fun but small window. After that, it’s back to tiny, choppy, or windy slop for the rest of the week. Not worth a long drive.

To sum it up, mark Friday the 31st of July for some clean, small waves, or if you're an expert, the big swell on the 1st and 2nd of August is your only chance for a real adrenaline rush.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Sun morning. Very mild (max 16°C on Mon afternoon, min 11°C on Sat morning). Mainly fresh winds.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Very mild (max 13°C on Tue morning, min 7°C on Wed afternoon). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the SSW on Tue night, light winds from the NW by Thu night).

Saturday
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Sunday
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Energy kJ
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507
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Wind (km/h)
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High Tide
2:56PM0.68m
5:24AM0.35m
3:37PM0.69m
6:14AM0.35m
4:20PM0.71m
7:02AM0.36m
5:03PM0.71m
7:46AM0.36m
5:46PM0.71m
8:26AM0.37m
6:29PM0.70m
9:02AM0.40m
7:14PM0.68m
Low Tide
10:57PM0.15m
7:57AM0.33m
11:40PM0.13m
8:42AM0.34m
00:23AM0.12m
9:28AM0.34m
1:05AM0.11m
10:18AM0.34m
1:45AM0.10m
11:15AM0.35m
2:21AM0.11m
12:21PM0.36m
2:56AM0.11m
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Information about the Clifton Beach Surf forecast

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