
Surf Forecasts:
Coxos surf forecast from 3 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 4 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 11s period, NW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 3 Jul, 1PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 8s period, NNW swell with 370 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 4 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 11s period with NW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Coxos this week:
The surf forecast for Coxos over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 04) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 1.0m and 7s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Coxos in the next 16 days are 1.6m 8s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 03) at 1PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.1m 16s period and expected on Friday (Jul 03) at 1PM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Sat 4th Jul) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 11s |
| Best Surf | 1AM (Sat 4th Jul) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 11s |
| Most Powerful | 1PM (Fri 3rd Jul) | 5ft (1.6m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Coxos over the next 16 days.
Updates in hr min s Forecast update imminent
Alright folks, Rusty here, checkin' in from the coast. Let's have a look at what's on the cards for the next couple of weeks. Right off the bat, there's a promising window early on, but after that, the waiting game begins.
The action kicks off Friday morning, July 3rd, at Coxos. We've got a solid NNW groundswell pushing in at about 6 feet, with a period of 9 seconds, packing moderate wave energy (493). The real beauty here is the wind – a light ESE cross-offshore breeze at about 6 mph, keeping things looking clean. The water temp is around 65.1°, which is pretty average for this time of year, nothing weird. This Friday morning is your clear standout for the whole outlook period, offering the best combo of size and conditions.
Through Friday afternoon and into Saturday, we see the swell ease up. By Saturday morning, July 4th, the swell drops to about 3 feet from the NNW, but unfortunately, the wind swings onshore from the NW, making conditions a bit scrappy and likely washing out the shape.
From Sunday, July 5th, right through to the end of the first week, it's flat. Swell heights hover around 1 to 2 feet, the wind stays onshore or cross-onshore, and the wave energy is negligible – readings in the teens and thirties. It's a total bust for paddle surfing. Honestly, with these conditions, a kite surfer might be the only one having fun on the water.
There's a bit of a tease around Saturday, July 11th, with a slight bump in energy and a 2.6 feet swell, but the wind remains onshore, so it's not worth getting excited about.
The next real glimmer shows up on Sunday morning, July 12th. A new 4 feet NW swell comes through with moderate energy (356), but the wind is a cross-on from the WSW. It's marginal, not the quality we saw at the start.
Now, dig this: Monday morning, July 13th, serves up something special. We get a 4.6 feet NNW swell with the wind going glassy – or as close to it as makes no difference – a light W breeze described as "glass." The wave energy is solid (235) and the conditions should be clean. This is your second standout, but it's a one-morning-only deal. By the afternoon, the wind shifts to a cross-on and things get choppy again.
After that, the second week looks pretty bleak. From Tuesday, July 14th, onwards we see a slow decline back into small, weak surf with onshore winds. A brief pulse on Friday, July 17th, shows a 4.6 feet WNW swell (342 energy), but again, the wind is cross-onshore, making it a poor bet for any kind of quality ride.
So, bottom line: you have two shots – this Friday morning, July 3rd, and next Monday morning, July 13th. Don't sleep on 'em. The rest is a flat spell you're better off spending fixing your dings or watchin' the cams.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 31°C on Fri morning, min 22°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Mon morning, min 17°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Friday 3 | Saturday 4 | Sunday 5 | Monday 6 | Tuesday 7 | Wednesday 8 | Thursday 9 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | NW 11 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 9 | NW 11 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NNW 4 | WNW 8 | NNW 4 | NNW 4 | NW 10 | NW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 |
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493 | 232 | 126 | 151 | 123 | 108 | 31 | 27 | 24 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 14 | 9 | 10 | 25 | 23 | 35 | 55 | 54 | 54 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | on | glassy | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | on | on |
High Tide | 5:46PM2.72m | 6:07AM2.42m | 6:22PM2.67m | 6:45AM2.37m | 7:00PM2.60m | 7:28AM2.33m | 7:44PM2.52m | 8:18AM2.30m | 8:36PM2.44m | 9:17AM2.28m | 9:39PM2.38m | 10:24AM2.31m | 10:52PM2.37m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 11:27AM0.49m | 00:01AM0.46m | 12:03PM0.53m | 00:38AM0.50m | 12:41PM0.60m | 1:18AM0.54m | 1:25PM0.67m | 2:03AM0.59m | 2:17PM0.74m | 2:57AM0.64m | 3:19PM0.79m | 4:01AM0.67m | 4:33PM0.77m | ||||||||
6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | |
— | — | 9:07 | — | — | 9:06 | — | — | 9:06 | — | — | 9:06 | — | — | 9:06 | — | — | 9:05 | — | — | 9:05 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 31 | 26 | 24 | 29 | 26 | 23 | 27 | 28 | 23 | 26 | 24 | 20 | 23 | 22 | 18 | 21 | 21 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 19 |
Feels °C | 28 | 26 | 25 | 27 | 25 | 23 | 26 | 26 | 22 | 23 | 21 | 17 | 20 | 19 | 16 | 21 | 21 | 19 | 21 | 20 | 19 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | NNW 7 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 9 | NNW 6 | NW 10 | NW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | W 8 | NW 10 | NW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 |
493 | 232 | 114 | 151 | 123 | 108 | 23 | 27 | 24 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 14 | 7 | 5 | 25 | 23 | 35 | 55 | 54 | 54 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 16 | NW 12 | NW 11 | WNW 11 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | NW 11 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NW 8 | NW 11 | W 8 | W 7 | NNW 4 | NNW 6 | NNW 6 | N 6 |
5 | 142 | 126 | 101 | 57 | 38 | 31 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 20 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 3 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | S 16 | S 4 | S 4 | — | NNW 12 | WNW 9 | N 8 | W 11 | S 13 | S 11 | S 11 | S 12 | S 12 | NW 8 | NW 7 | NW 7 | W 7 | S 17 | S 16 | S 16 |
— | 5 | 1 | 1 | — | 14 | 17 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 5 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | NNW 6 | NNW 4 | N 5 | NNW 4 | NNW 4 | NNW 4 | NNW 4 | NNW 4 | NNW 4 | NNW 4 | — | — | — | NW 3 |
1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 23 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 20 | 11 | 9 | 10 | 4 | 4 | — | — | — | 2 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 41 | 0 | 34 | 190 | 36 | 17 | 36 | 37 | 37 | 582 | 126 | 921 | 1385 | 139 | 403 | 403 | 84 | 34 | 37 | 36 |
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Information about the Coxos Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Coxos provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Coxos can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Coxos 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 (Coxos) 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 Coxos 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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