
Surf Forecasts:
Depressions surf forecast from 3 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 6 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 17s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 7 Jul, 2PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 18s period, SSW swell with 356 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 3 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 15s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Depressions this week:
The surf forecast for Depressions over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 03) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.5m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 16s. Another secondary swell of 0.6m and 9s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Depressions in the next 16 days are 0.8m 18s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 07) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Fri 3rd Jul) | 1.5ft (0.5m) 15s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Mon 6th Jul) | 2ft (0.6m) 17s |
| Most Powerful | 2PM (Tue 7th Jul) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 18s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Depressions over the next 16 days.
Updates in hr min s Forecast update imminent
Alright, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what the next couple of weeks are cookin' up for us. Straight up, it’s a bit of a slow grind, so don’t be expectin’ any fireworks. The good news is, there are a few windows where the stars might line up for a decent paddle, but you’re gonna have to be patient.
For the first week and a half, from the start of July right through to about the 11th, the surf is mostly on the small and weak side. The ocean’s got a bit of background energy, but it’s just not comin’ together. Combined swell energy sits mostly in the 200–400 range, which is weak to moderate at best, and honestly, most of the time it’s just labelled as poor conditions. You’ll see a few slight improvements, but nothing to get excited about.
The first real glimmer of hope shows up on the morning of Monday, July 7th, down at Depressions. We’re lookin’ at a 0.7m (2 ft) swell out of the SW with a long 18-second period – proper groundswell feel there. The combined energy hits 521 (moderate), and the morning wind is light offshore from the WSW. That’s clean, lined-up wave potential, especially if you’re thinkin’ of a reef or point setup where those long-period swells can really shine. But remember, beach breaks might see ‘em breaking a bit too straight. Crowds can pop in here sometimes, so get in early. Conditions are tipped as marginal on the scoreboard, but with those winds, it’s your best bet in a pretty quiet spell. The water temp is about average for the time of year, nothin’ weird goin’ on there.
The next little window pops up on the morning of Thursday, July 9th. Swell picks up to 1.0m (3 ft), but the period drops to 9 seconds – windswell territory. It’s from the WNW, which is a shift. The energy is moderate (436), and the wind is light offshore from the SW again, so it’ll be clean. Not a standout, but for a Thursday morning session, you could do worse. Surf quality is still listed as marginal, but it’s rideable.
The second week of the forecast, from July 12th onward, continues the theme of small, messy surf. There’s a bit of a pulse on Monday, July 13th, with 1.1m (4 ft) from the WNW (9-second period) and moderate energy (311), but the wind is onshore or cross-onshore through the afternoons, which will chop it up. Mornings are the only call. After that, the energy drops away into the 100–200 range, which is weak, and the swell direction wobbles around. Honestly, from about the 15th onward, it’s a pretty blank run for anything worth settin’ the alarm for. The wave heights stay below 0.6m (2 ft), and most sessions are rated poor.
If you’re serious, circle Monday, July 7th morning at Depressions. That’s your shot. Everything else is just scratchin’ around. It’s been a tough run, but that’s the way it goes sometimes – forecasts can shift.
Later, Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Sat afternoon, min 16°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 29°C on Wed afternoon, min 17°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Friday 3 | Saturday 4 | Sunday 5 | Monday 6 | Tuesday 7 | Wednesday 8 | Thu 9 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 9 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 19 | SSW 14 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 20 | SW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 |
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84 | 118 | 121 | 79 | 120 | 125 | 81 | 176 | 121 | 145 | 171 | 171 | 298 | 319 | 356 | 276 | 339 | 298 | 211 | 173 | 169 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | on | on | glassy | on | on | glassy | on | on | cross | on | cross-on | cross | on | cross-on | cross | on | cross-on | glassy | on | on |
High Tide | 11:27PM2.00m | 1:49PM1.51m | 00:03AM1.88m | 2:21PM1.56m | 00:44AM1.72m | 2:54PM1.63m | 1:36AM1.55m | 3:28PM1.73m | 2:52AM1.37m | 4:07PM1.84m | 4:39AM1.25m | 4:52PM1.97m | 6:32AM1.23m | 5:42PM2.10m | |||||||
Low Tide | 6:54AM0.33m | 6:11PM1.21m | 7:24AM0.42m | 7:10PM1.20m | 7:53AM0.53m | 8:24PM1.15m | 8:23AM0.65m | 9:50PM1.04m | 8:57AM0.78m | 11:15PM0.85m | 9:41AM0.91m | 00:27AM0.62m | 10:37AM1.03m | ||||||||
— | 5:50 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | |
8:15 | — | 8:15 | — | — | 8:15 | — | — | 8:15 | — | — | 8:15 | — | — | 8:14 | — | — | 8:14 | — | — | 8:14 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 16 | 21 | 22 | 18 | 22 | 23 | 20 | 23 | 22 | 20 | 24 | 27 | 22 | 25 | 28 | 24 | 25 | 29 | 24 | 26 | 27 |
Feels °C | 15 | 21 | 21 | 17 | 22 | 22 | 19 | 22 | 21 | 19 | 23 | 25 | 19 | 24 | 26 | 22 | 24 | 28 | 23 | 25 | 27 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 15 | W 8 | SW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | W 4 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | WNW 8 | SSW 16 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 |
84 | 34 | 121 | 79 | 120 | 120 | 9 | 176 | 121 | 145 | 171 | 171 | 223 | 319 | 356 | 276 | 119 | 298 | 108 | 173 | 169 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 11 | SW 16 | S 16 | S 15 | WNW 9 | SSW 19 | SSW 14 | W 4 | SSW 13 | S 17 | SSW 21 | SSW 20 | SSW 20 | S 18 | SSW 15 | SW 14 | SSW 16 | S 19 | SW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 |
9 | 118 | 45 | 18 | 26 | 125 | 81 | 6 | 58 | 86 | 153 | 154 | 298 | 103 | 84 | 54 | 339 | 66 | 211 | 173 | 166 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 18 | S 16 | S 11 | S 10 | SSW 19 | S 11 | S 9 | SSW 13 | S 9 | SSW 22 | WNW 13 | SSW 12 | NW 12 | WNW 12 | WNW 11 | WNW 11 | S 19 | S 9 | S 17 | S 17 | S 16 |
25 | 80 | 9 | 9 | 74 | 9 | 15 | 58 | 14 | 91 | 17 | 28 | 37 | 27 | 25 | 12 | 66 | 2 | 92 | 90 | 82 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | W 8 | W 8 | WNW 8 | W 9 | — | WNW 4 | W 4 | WNW 5 | W 5 | WNW 5 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | — | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | — | — |
82 | 39 | 42 | 29 | 20 | 39 | — | 10 | 17 | 29 | 22 | 78 | 100 | 72 | 118 | 169 | — | 115 | 53 | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 54 | 1 | 0 | 55 | 1 | 0 | 310 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 17 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 35 | 8 |
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Information about the Depressions Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Depressions provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Depressions can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Depressions 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 (Depressions) 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 Depressions 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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