Surf Forecasts:
Crossroads surf forecast from 18 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 18 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 6s period, SE swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 24 Jul, 5PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 6s period, NE swell with 152 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 18 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 6s period with SE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Crossroads this week:
The surf forecast for Crossroads over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 18) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 6s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 10s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Crossroads in the next 16 days are 1.4m 6s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 24) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 5s period and expected on Tuesday (Jul 21) at 11PM.
| Wave Type | Time (EDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Sat 18th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 6s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Sat 18th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 6s |
| Most Powerful | 5PM (Fri 24th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 6s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Crossroads over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on offer down at the local sandbar.
Right off the bat, I’ve gotta be straight with you – the next couple of weeks are looking pretty grim for a proper paddle. We’ve got a real dry spell on our hands. From now through the end of July and into early August, there’s just nothing doing. The swell is tiny, and the conditions are mostly messy. We’re talking about days and days of flat or near-flat surf, with waves barely scraping 1.0ft to 2ft. It’s going to be a frustrating stretch for anyone hoping to get wet.
The first real hint of any energy doesn’t show up until Saturday afternoon, the 25th of July. That afternoon, we see a little pulse of ESE swell at 3ft, with a period of 9 seconds. The combined energy climbs to 169 (moderate), which is the best we’ll see in the whole run. But don’t get too excited – the wind is going to be cross-shore from the SE, making it a bit choppy and messy. It’s not a total write-off, but it’s more of a look-and-see session than a standout.
Other than that, the rest of the window is a write-off. We get some cleaner, offshore winds on a few mornings in late July and early August, like the 23rd and 28th, but the swell is barely a ripple – 0.7ft to 2ft. The energy is weak (single and low double digits), and the period is short. You’d be better off stretching the wetsuit on the line than trying to paddle out.
Honestly, for a spot that’s already inconsistent, this is a pretty typical blank run. When it’s this flat, it’s more of a kiteboarding scene than a surf spot, and with the bigger winds on some afternoons, that might be the only way to get a thrill. The water is sitting at a warm 84°, which is about average for this time of year, so at least you won’t freeze while you’re staring at the flat ocean.
Stay patient, folks. The forecasts can always change, but for now, it’s a long wait.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Fri night. Warm (max 32°C on Sat afternoon, min 26°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummarySome drizzle, heaviest during Mon night. Warm (max 33°C on Wed afternoon, min 26°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 8 | SE 5 | SE 5 | SE 6 | SSE 5 | SE 4 | SE 5 | SE 5 | SE 4 | SE 6 | ESE 5 | SE 5 | SE 6 | SE 6 | SE 4 | SE 6 | ESE 8 | SE 4 | ESE 8 |
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 kJ | 13 | 8 | 41 | 51 | 22 | 34 | 26 | 22 | 28 | 50 | 19 | 47 | 56 | 35 | 36 | 38 | 22 | 24 | 23 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross | off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | off | off | cross-off | glassy |
High Tide | 11:28PM1.73m | 11:59AM1.60m | 00:17AM1.62m | 12:52PM1.58m | 1:07AM1.49m | 1:47PM1.55m | 2:01AM1.37m | 2:42PM1.53m | 2:56AM1.27m | 3:39PM1.51m | 3:54AM1.20m | 4:38PM1.51m | 4:54AM1.17m | ||||||
Low Tide | 5:48AM-0.19m | 6:09PM-0.06m | 6:38AM-0.13m | 7:08PM0.03m | 7:31AM-0.07m | 8:10PM0.11m | 8:24AM-0.01m | 9:10PM0.16m | 9:16AM0.04m | 10:07PM0.20m | 10:08AM0.08m | 11:07PM0.22m | |||||||
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 | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — |
 | 8:27 | — | 8:27 | — | — | 8:25 | — | — | 8:25 | — | — | 8:25 | — | — | 8:24 | — | — | 8:23 | — |
mm | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 62 |
Temp °C | 30 | 30 | 32 | 31 | 29 | 31 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 32 | 31 | 30 | 33 | 32 | 30 | 33 | 28 |
Feels °C | 32 | 32 | 33 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 31 | 31 | 34 | 33 | 33 | 35 | 32 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | E 6 | SE 6 | SE 5 | ESE 8 | E 8 | SE 5 | ESE 8 | SE 6 | ESE 5 | — | SE 6 | SE 6 | — | SE 6 | SE 5 | — | ESE 8 |
| kJ | 13 | 6 | 1 | 51 | 9 | 11 | 4 | 22 | 6 | 50 | 19 | — | 56 | 35 | — | 38 | 10 | — | 12 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | — | S 6 | E 7 | — | E 9 | E 9 | — | — | ESE 7 | — | — | — | — | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | — | ESE 8 |
| kJ | 4 | 4 | — | 33 | 4 | — | 1 | 2 | — | — | 16 | — | — | — | — | 7 | 22 | — | 23 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 6 | NE 6 | — | E 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SE 7 | — | — | S 5 |
| kJ | 4 | 2 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | 4 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 3 | SE 5 | SE 5 | SW 2 | SSE 5 | SE 4 | SE 5 | — | SE 4 | S 5 | — | SE 5 | S 5 | SW 3 | SE 4 | — | — | SE 4 | SE 5 |
| kJ | 3 | 8 | 41 | 1 | 22 | 34 | 26 | — | 28 | 28 | — | 47 | 13 | 1 | 36 | — | — | 24 | 20 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1573 | 1410 | 1209 | 0 | 52 | 1176 | 9 | 408 | 699 | 0 | 52 | 2013 | 0 | 52 | 889 | 0 | 9 | 52 | 0 |
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The above surf forecast table for Crossroads provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Crossroads can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Crossroads 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 (Crossroads) 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).
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