Emerald Beach Surf Break

Lat Long: 30.18° S 153.19° E

Issued: 3 pm 05 Jul 2026 (local time)

Forecast update in  hr  min

Today's Emerald Beach sea temperature is
20.1° C

Normal for this time of year

Emerald Beach surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Emerald Beach surf forecast from 5 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 8 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 12s period, SE swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 8 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 12s period, SE swell with 1,007 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 8 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 15s period with SE swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Emerald Beach this week:

The surf forecast for Emerald Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 08) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 15s period. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Emerald Beach in the next 16 days are 1.9m 12s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 08) at 10PM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 4.0m 13s period and expected on Monday (Jul 06) at 1AM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 7AM (Wed 8th Jul)2.5ft (0.7m) 15s
Best Surf10PM (Wed 8th Jul)6ft (1.9m) 12s
Most Powerful10PM (Wed 8th Jul)6ft (1.9m) 12s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Emerald Beach over the next 16 days.


Updates in  hr  min  s Forecast update imminent

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the cards for Emerald Beach.

It's a lean spell ahead, no doubt about it. The next week and a half or so is pretty much a write-off for any sort of decent surf. There's a long gap here with nothing worth paddling out for until we get into the second week. The first real glimmer of hope shows up on Wednesday the 8th, but even that's not a sure thing.

For the most part, we're looking at tiny, weak waves with onshore or strong offshore winds just making a mess of things. You'll see a few small pulses of energy, but they're not going to put a smile on your face.

The standout, if you can call it that, is Wednesday afternoon, July 8th. The swell bumps up to 5 ft from the SE with a period of 12 seconds, giving the water some moderate energy (678). The wind is offshore from the SSW at 16 mph, which should keep the surface fairly clean at this point break. It's a bit of a jump in size, so it might be a tad much for beginners, but for the intermediates out there, it could be the best chance for a wave. Crowds are likely here, so don't expect to have it to yourself. The water temp is about 68°, which is pretty normal for this time of year.

After that, it fades fast. Friday morning the 10th has a small 3 ft SE swell with a longer period of 14 seconds and light offshore winds, but the energy is only moderate (224). It might offer a few clean lines if you're patient.

Honestly, for most of this period, if the wind is up and the swell is small, this beach setup might look more interesting for the kite crew than us paddle surfers. It's a tough run, but that's how it goes sometimes. Forecasts can always change, so keep an eye on it.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 19mm), heaviest on Sun afternoon. Very mild (max 17°C on Sun afternoon, min 15°C on Sun night). Mainly fresh winds.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 8mm), mostly falling on Wed afternoon. Very mild (max 17°C on Sat morning, min 12°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Sun
5
Monday
6
Tuesday
7
Wednesday
8
Thursday
9
Friday
10
Saturday
11
PM
Night
AM
PM
Night
AM
PM
Night
AM
PM
Night
AM
PM
Night
AM
PM
Night
AM
PM
Night
AM
Rating
(10 max)
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
2
3
2
0
0
0
2
0
0
1
0
1
1
Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
0.6
E
12
0.3
ESE
16
0.4
ESE
14
0.4
ESE
14
0.3
ESE
13
0.3
ESE
13
4
SSE
11
4
SSE
12
0.8
ESE
14
1.5
SE
12
1.1
SE
11
2.5
SSE
10
2.4
SSE
10
2.3
SSE
10
0.8
SE
14
2.1
SSE
11
1.9
SSE
10
0.4
ESE
13
0.7
ESE
12
1.2
ESE
12
1.2
ESE
11
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
109
48
69
63
34
33
0
0
264
678
278
0
0
0
224
0
0
68
136
384
317
Wind (km/h)
25
S
30
S
30
S
35
S
30
S
30
SSW
35
S
25
S
25
S
25
SSW
20
SW
25
SSW
20
S
15
SW
10
SSW
10
S
10
W
5
NNW
10
NE
10
NW
10
NW
Wind State
off
off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
off
off
off
off
off
off
off
cross-off
off
off
cross-off
cross-off
glassy
on
cross
cross-on
High Tide
11:33PM1.42m
12:27PM1.10m
00:17AM1.34m
1:22PM1.17m
1:09AM1.23m
2:22PM1.25m
2:12AM1.14m
3:24PM1.36m
3:24AM1.06m
4:26PM1.49m
4:38AM1.02m
5:26PM1.62m
5:46AM1.02m
Low Tide
5:10PM0.36m
6:16AM0.16m
6:04PM0.41m
6:57AM0.16m
7:09PM0.45m
7:44AM0.17m
8:26PM0.46m
8:36AM0.17m
9:49PM0.41m
9:34AM0.17m
11:06PM0.32m
10:35AM0.15m
00:13AM0.20m
11:34AM0.11m
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6:43
6:43
6:43
6:43
6:43
6:43
6:41
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4:59
4:59
5:00
5:00
5:00
5:00
5:01
5:01
 mm
1
4
2
4
2
2
3
1
2
2
2
1
1
Temp °C
17
16
16
16
16
17
17
16
16
16
14
16
16
14
16
16
14
17
17
15
21
Feels °C
11
10
9
9
11
11
11
11
11
12
10
11
12
11
14
14
12
15
15
13
17
Swell 1
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
0.6
E
12
0.3
ESE
16
0.4
ESE
14
0.4
ESE
14
0.3
ESE
13
0.3
ESE
13
0.8
ESE
14
1.5
SE
12
1.1
SE
11
0.1
S
23
0.1
S
23
2.3
SSE
10
2.1
SSE
10
2.1
SSE
11
1.9
SSE
10
1.5
SSE
10
1.4
SSE
9
1.2
ESE
12
1.2
ESE
11
Energy kJ
109
48
69
63
34
33
264
678
278
11
10
1001
902
1035
770
421
327
384
317
Swell 2
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
0.1
NE
9
0.3
ESE
11
0.3
SSW
16
0.1
S
15
0.1
S
16
0.1
S
19
0.1
S
18
0.1
S
21
0.8
SE
14
0.1
S
19
0.1
S
21
0.4
ESE
13
0.7
ESE
12
1
SSE
9
0.7
SSE
9
Energy kJ
3
23
51
4
5
7
6
9
224
7
9
68
136
151
82
Swell 3
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
0.1
E
13
0.3
ESE
11
0.1
S
20
0.1
S
19
0.3
ESE
15
0.1
S
16
0.1
S
15
Energy kJ
3
22
8
7
42
5
4
Wind waves
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
2.5
S
12
4
S
13
3.5
S
12
3.5
SSE
10
3.5
SSE
11
3.5
SSE
11
4
SSE
11
4
SSE
12
3
SSE
11
2.5
SSE
11
2.5
SSE
10
2.5
SSE
10
2.4
SSE
10
Energy kJ
2074
5172
3327
2786
2669
3084
4253
3840
2438
1542
1294
1306
1080
Nearest Offshore or Glassy
Rating
(10 max)
3
5
3
3
4
4
3
7
2
3
2
4
3
3
2
3
3
1
3
3
2
Distance (km)
13
98
85
554
53
53
226
53
0
0
0
13
40
5
0
8
2
0
39
2
2
Best forecast wave conditions in North Coast - New South Wales
Rating
(10 max)
3
3
3
3
4
5
5
5
4
4
4
4
4
3
3
2
3
2
Best forecast wave conditions in Australia
Rating
(10 max)
9
7
4
4
4
5
4
7
7
5
5
4
4
5
4
4
4
3
4
3
2
Header Global
Rating
(10 max)
9
7
5
6
8
7
5
5
9
8
9
9
5
6
6
5
8
7
4
9
9
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Information about the Emerald Beach Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Emerald Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Emerald Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Emerald Beach 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 (Emerald Beach) 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 Emerald Beach 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.

Are you planning a holiday in North Coast - New South Wales? If you are looking for accommodation near Emerald Beach, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in North Coast - New South Wales, consider staying in Coffs Harbour which is 21 km (13 miles) away. Alternatively, find information about places to stay and car hire in South Grafton which is 53 km (33 miles) away

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