
Surf Forecasts:
Coxos surf forecast from 22 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 26 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 8ft (2.4m), 8s period, NNW swell with 640 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Coxos this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Coxos in the next 16 days are 2.4m 8s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 26) at 1AM. 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 12s period and expected on Saturday (Jul 25) at 7AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 1AM (Sun 26th Jul) | 8ft (2.4m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Coxos over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for Coxos.
Right off the bat, I gotta be honest with you – this is a tough stretch. We’re looking at a solid 16-day window, but the first real surf worth talking about doesn’t show up until the end of the first week. The opening days are a write-off: small, weak, and mostly onshore slop. We’ve got a gap of about four days with absolutely nothing to recommend. The whole period is plagued by a persistent cross-onshore or onshore wind that just won’t let up.
The one spot worth keeping your eye on is Coxos (reef). This place is a classic for a reason – it’s fairly consistent, exposed to the northwest, and it loves a clean NNW swell. The problem is, the wind is almost always working against it here.
The first flicker of hope comes on Saturday, July 26. The swell picks up to 7 ft from the NNW early, but the wind is a fresh, lumpy cross-onshore from the north at 19 mph. The combined energy is a moderate 450, but the conditions are just too rough for a quality paddle. This one’s really only for the experts if you’re determined, but honestly, with that wind, it’s looking more interesting for kite surfing than a traditional surf session. The afternoon drops a bit but the wind gets even stronger.
The next decent window is Thursday, July 30 in the morning. We’ve got a 5 ft swell from the NNW with a period of 8 seconds. The energy is starting to build at 404, and the wind is a light cross-onshore from the north at just 6 mph. That light breeze will keep the surface manageable, making this a solid, dedicated option for a surfer. It’s not a standout, but it’s the cleanest we’ll see for a while.
Then, on Friday, July 31 morning, we see a peak in size. The swell hits 7 ft from the NNW, with a combined energy of 506. With a gentle cross-onshore breeze at 9 mph, it’s fairly clean for a spot that size. This is a big wave day though – over 8 ft, so this is strictly for the experienced crew. The period is a short 8 seconds, so it won’t have that long, drawn-out power, but it’ll be punchy.
Looking further out, Monday, August 3 afternoon has a 6 ft NNW swell with a 12-second period. That’s a proper groundswell, and the energy is a very strong 899. But the catch is a fresh 19 mph cross-onshore from the NNW. It’s powerful, but messy. The water temperature is about average for this time of year, so no need to worry about a chilly session.
Overall, the best bet on offer is Thursday, July 30 morning for a clean, manageable session, and Friday, July 31 morning for the big-wave hunters. The rest of the window is a battle against the wind.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Wed morning, min 18°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Mon morning, min 18°C on Sat night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the NNW on Sat night, light winds from the N by Mon morning). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | 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) | NNW 7 | NW 7 | NW 7 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | N 7 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 7 | NNW 7 | NNW 7 | NNW 7 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
37 | 45 | 43 | 27 | 26 | 24 | 31 | 66 | 103 | 277 | 346 | 640 | 450 | 294 | 227 | 145 | 132 | 292 | 207 | 197 | 153 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 9:38AM2.17m | 10:07PM2.11m | 10:46AM2.12m | 11:21PM2.03m | 11:56AM2.15m | 00:32AM2.06m | 12:58PM2.24m | 1:29AM2.15m | 1:48PM2.38m | 2:14AM2.28m | 2:30PM2.52m | 2:53AM2.39m | 3:07PM2.67m | 3:28AM2.50m | |||||||
Low Tide | 3:48PM0.94m | 4:19AM0.96m | 5:05PM1.00m | 5:31AM1.00m | 6:19PM0.96m | 6:37AM0.96m | 7:19PM0.86m | 7:30AM0.85m | 8:06PM0.72m | 8:14AM0.72m | 8:46PM0.58m | 8:51AM0.58m | 9:22PM0.46m | ||||||||
6:28 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | |
— | 8:58 | — | — | 8:57 | — | — | 8:55 | — | — | 8:55 | — | — | 8:54 | — | — | 8:53 | — | — | 8:52 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 21 | 21 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 19 | 24 | 22 | 20 | 23 | 22 | 19 |
Feels °C | 21 | 21 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 18 | 15 | 15 | 17 | 16 | 24 | 22 | 21 | 23 | 21 | 19 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 7 | WNW 10 | NW 7 | NNW 6 | NNW 7 | N 7 | NNW 6 | N 7 | NNW 7 | NW 7 | S 12 | — | S 15 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | NNW 7 | NNW 11 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 |
37 | 31 | 43 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 14 | 27 | 16 | 277 | 3 | — | 4 | 16 | 16 | 145 | 65 | 292 | 207 | 7 | 6 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 10 | NNW 9 | WNW 9 | W 5 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | S 12 | — | — | — | N 13 | NW 13 | NNW 12 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | W 12 | WNW 12 |
32 | 28 | 28 | 7 | 26 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 7 | 3 | — | — | — | 3 | 6 | 54 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 3 | 14 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 5 | SW 13 | N 9 | WNW 9 | SW 12 | SW 12 | S 11 | S 11 | — | — | — | — | — | S 15 | — | WNW 9 | — | — | W 13 | — | — |
5 | 7 | 2 | 27 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | — | 15 | — | — | 3 | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | NW 7 | W 5 | — | W 5 | WNW 5 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | — | NW 7 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 7 | NNW 7 | — | NNW 7 | — | — | NNW 8 | NNW 8 |
— | 45 | 13 | — | 13 | 23 | 31 | 66 | 103 | — | 346 | 640 | 450 | 294 | 227 | — | 132 | — | — | 197 | 153 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 34 | 442 | 34 | 484 | 467 | 146 | 598 | 403 | 223 | 37 | 428 | 238 | 238 | 428 | 45 | 17 | 223 | 36 | 36 | 201 | 37 |
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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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