Surf Forecasts:
Dreamtime surf forecast from 20 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 21 Jul, 4AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 10s period, ESE swell with cross-onshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 20 Jul, 4PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 10s period, ESE swell with 2,192 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 21 Jul, 4AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 10s period with ESE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Dreamtime this week:
The surf forecast for Dreamtime over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 21) at 4AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.5m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 12s. Another secondary swell of 0.1m and 16s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-onshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Dreamtime in the next 16 days are 3.5m 10s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 20) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 4AM (Tue 21st Jul) | 8ft (2.5m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 4AM (Tue 21st Jul) | 8ft (2.5m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 4PM (Mon 20th Jul) | 11ft (3.5m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Dreamtime over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let’s talk about what’s on the menu for Dreamtime over the next couple of weeks.
We’ve got a pretty rough start. The first few days are a write-off, with strong cross-onshore winds and a messy, lumpy ocean. The swell is actually solid for a time, but the wind is just wrecking it. The combined wave energy is massive, hitting 3062 (strong to very strong) on Monday morning, but it’s a total mess. You’d be mad to paddle out. We’re looking at a gap of about 4 days of no good surf before things start to clean up.
The first real highlight comes on Wednesday, July 22nd. The morning brings a glassy surface with a light easterly breeze, and the swell settles to a manageable 5ft from the east with a 10-second period. The combined energy is a moderate 527. It’s not a monster, but it’ll be clean and fun for an intermediate surfer. This is your best bet in the first week, and it’s a standout for the outlook.
Another good window opens up on the morning of Saturday, July 25th. Glassy conditions again, with a 4ft swell from the SSE at 9 seconds. The energy is moderate at 483. It’s another clean, fun session if you’re looking to get out over the weekend. Could be a little inconsistent, but the glassy conditions are a major plus.
The most interesting window is much further out, on Monday, August 3rd. The wind is light and offshore, the swell jumps to 8ft from the SSE with a 9 to 10-second period. The combined energy is strong to very strong at 1260 and 1634. This is a solid swell, but at 8ft, it’s pushing into expert territory. It’s a promising long-range call, but as always, keep an eye on it.
Water temperature is around 70°, which is pretty normal for this time of year.
So, the standout is Wednesday, July 22nd morning for the average surfer, and Saturday, July 25th morning for a backup. The big swell on August 3rd is one for the experts to watch.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 7mm), mostly falling on Mon morning. Very mild (max 19°C on Mon morning, min 16°C on Wed night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the SSE on Mon morning, calm by Wed morning). | Days 4-6 Weather SummarySome drizzle, heaviest during Thu night. Very mild (max 19°C on Thu morning, min 13°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | E 10 | E 10 | E 9 | E 9 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | S 7 | SSE 7 | SSE 9 | S 9 | SSE 10 | SSE 14 | S 10 | S 10 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 2997 | 2192 | 1691 | 901 | 626 | 489 | 472 | 359 | 299 | 210 | 165 | 131 | 45 | 400 | 200 | 276 | 162 | 191 | 129 | 90 | 117 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | glassy | cross | off | glassy | on | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | on | cross |
High Tide | 12:36PM1.21m | 00:23AM1.25m | 1:35PM1.21m | 1:10AM1.09m | 2:40PM1.23m | 2:09AM0.96m | 3:46PM1.26m | 3:24AM0.89m | 4:45PM1.32m | 4:40AM0.87m | 5:36PM1.39m | 5:41AM0.90m | 6:20PM1.47m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 6:22PM0.46m | 6:54AM0.22m | 7:30PM0.57m | 7:39AM0.28m | 8:55PM0.62m | 8:32AM0.33m | 10:25PM0.60m | 9:32AM0.35m | 11:35PM0.53m | 10:32AM0.34m | 00:24AM0.44m | 11:25AM0.30m | 1:04AM0.35m | ||||||||
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 | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — |
 | — | 5:08 | — | — | 5:08 | — | — | 5:09 | — | — | 5:09 | — | — | 5:10 | — | — | 5:10 | — | — | 5:12 | — |
mm | 1 | — | — | 1 | 2 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 19 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 15 |
Feels °C | 14 | 13 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 15 | 13 | 11 | 11 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 13 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 14 | S 13 | S 12 | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | E 10 | E 10 | E 9 | E 9 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 9 | SSE 9 | S 9 | SSE 10 | S 10 | S 10 | S 10 |
| kJ | 65 | 85 | 73 | 901 | 626 | 489 | 472 | 359 | 299 | 210 | 165 | 131 | 41 | 41 | 81 | 276 | 162 | 191 | 96 | 90 | 117 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SSE 13 | — | S 12 | ENE 10 | ENE 9 | E 9 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 9 | S 10 | ENE 8 | NE 8 | NE 8 | E 9 | E 9 | E 8 | SSE 14 | SE 13 | SE 11 |
| kJ | — | 34 | — | 100 | 57 | 141 | 26 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 9 | 8 | 45 | 33 | 24 | 123 | 95 | 55 | 129 | 83 | 61 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | ENE 10 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 9 | S 14 | E 12 | E 12 | SE 9 | SE 8 | SE 8 | S 18 | NE 8 | SE 18 | SSE 15 | NNE 7 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 |
| kJ | — | — | — | 57 | 37 | 33 | 29 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 23 | 84 | 146 | 5 | 41 | 28 | 9 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 4 | S 7 | SSE 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | 2997 | 2192 | 1691 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 41 | 400 | 200 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 138 | 138 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 37 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
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The above surf forecast table for Dreamtime provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Dreamtime can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Dreamtime 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 (Dreamtime) 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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