Surf Forecasts:
Farol surf forecast from 27 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 29 Jul, 9PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 6s period, NE swell with 182 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Farol this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Farol in the next 16 days are 1.6m 6s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 29) at 9PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.3m 4s period and expected on Thursday (Jul 30) at 12PM.
| Wave Type | Time (-03) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 9PM (Wed 29th Jul) | 5ft (1.6m) 6s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Farol over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let's get into it for the Farol stretch.
Honestly, mate, we’re looking at a pretty grim run of surf. The whole 16-day block is just one long stretch of no good, clean waves. It’s a dry spell that starts right now and doesn’t let up. There’s always a bit of lump in the water, but nothing that’s worth paddling out for.
The only wave on the books is Farol, and it’s just not cooperating. The swell is hanging around a weak 3ft to 5ft, mostly out of the ENE, which is not the direction this spot wants to see. The energy is weak, with combined swell energy values mostly between 55 and 137, which is low to moderate at best. The real killer is the wind. It’s a constant cross-on or onshore breeze – mostly from the east and northeast at 12 to 19 mph. That’s blowing the surface right out, leaving it choppy and messy. There’s no clean face to be found.
The water is sitting at 82°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so at least you won’t be cold if you’re just having a float, but the waves are a write-off.
Across the entire 16 days, there isn’t a single standout. Everything is rated poor with a score of 0. You’re better off saving the energy for a better swell window. The afternoon of the 10th of August does see a bump in size to 6ft and the energy jumps to 205 – that’s moderate wave energy – but the wind is still onshore out of the NE. It’ll be a lumpy, mushy mess, not a proper wave. The 11th of August morning has a cross-shore wind, but the swell is small and the period is short, so it’s still not going to be any good.
Honestly, this is one of those spells where you just have to wait it out. The spot is fairly consistent, so it tends not to stay this poor for long, but right now, it’s flat and blown out. Keep an eye on the forecasts, but don’t hold your breath.
Rusty, signing off.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Mon night. Warm (max 31°C on Mon morning, min 24°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Sat afternoon. Warm (max 31°C on Thu morning, min 23°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 6 | NE 5 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | NE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | NE 5 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | NE 5 | NE 6 | ENE 6 | NE 5 | NE 5 | ENE 5 | NE 5 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | NE 4 | ENE 6 |
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 kJ | 81 | 103 | 120 | 85 | 120 | 159 | 103 | 85 | 176 | 95 | 82 | 147 | 107 | 74 | 64 | 53 | 68 | 111 | 77 | 55 | 122 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 4:05PM2.42m | 4:11AM2.76m | 4:41PM2.57m | 4:47AM2.91m | 5:14PM2.71m | 5:20AM3.02m | 5:45PM2.82m | 5:53AM3.10m | 6:16PM2.90m | 6:26AM3.12m | 6:48PM2.94m | 7:00AM3.08m | 7:22PM2.95m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 9:55AM0.61m | 9:59PM0.75m | 10:33AM0.47m | 10:37PM0.61m | 11:08AM0.36m | 11:13PM0.50m | 11:41AM0.28m | 11:47PM0.42m | 12:13PM0.24m | 00:21AM0.38m | 12:45PM0.24m | 00:56AM0.37m | 1:18PM0.29m | 1:32AM0.40m | |||||||
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mm | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 31 | 28 | 26 | 30 | 28 | 26 | 31 | 28 | 26 | 31 | 28 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 29 | 27 | 26 | 31 | 28 | 26 |
Feels °C | 31 | 28 | 27 | 30 | 27 | 27 | 31 | 27 | 27 | 31 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 31 | 26 | 27 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 8 | — | — | — | — | — | NNE 8 | — | — | NNE 8 | — | N 9 | NNE 8 | — | NNE 9 | NNE 9 | — | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | — | — |
| kJ | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | 7 | — | — | 14 | — | 15 | 24 | — | 15 | 15 | — | 13 | 6 | — | — |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 8 | — | — |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | — | 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | — | — |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 6 | NE 5 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | NE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | NE 5 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | NE 5 | NE 6 | ENE 6 | NE 5 | NE 5 | ENE 5 | NE 5 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | NE 4 | ENE 6 |
| kJ | 81 | 103 | 120 | 85 | 120 | 159 | 103 | 85 | 176 | 95 | 82 | 147 | 107 | 74 | 64 | 53 | 68 | 111 | 77 | 55 | 122 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1297 | 1871 | 1297 | 1295 | 1871 | 1358 | 2017 | 2231 | 1295 | 1173 | 2228 | 1032 | 1295 | 2232 | 1871 | 1784 | 2232 | 1333 | 1295 | 1871 | 1871 |
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The above surf forecast table for Farol provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Farol can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Farol 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 (Farol) 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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