
Surf Forecasts:
Fishermans Reef surf forecast from 31 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 8 Aug, 12AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 7s period, N swell with 521 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Fishermans Reef this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Fishermans Reef in the next 16 days are 2.2m 7s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 08) at 12AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.0m 8s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 08) at 12PM.
| Wave Type | Time (NZST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 12AM (Sat 8th Aug) | 7ft (2.2m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Fishermans Reef over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let’s chew on what’s coming for Fishermans Reef.
First thing: the water temp is 57°, which is a bit under a degree and a half cooler than usual for this time of year. It’s a little chilly, but nothing unheard of.
Now, the bad news. For the next 16 days, Fishermans Reef is mostly a no-go. This spot is a very sheltered reef that rarely breaks, and the forecast is living up to that. There’s a long stretch of nothing. From the start all the way to the morning of August 13th, every single session is rated as poor surf conditions. The swell is tiny, often under 2 feet, and when it does show a pulse, the wind is lousy – cross, cross-on, or onshore. The combined energy of all swells directed here is mostly weak, with values under 100, which is barely a ripple.
The only real chance to get wet, and it’s a slim one, comes on the morning of Thursday, August 13th. The ocean goes glassy, dead calm, with a 6ft swell from the north. That’s a short-period swell, only 6 seconds, so it’s going to be soft and fat, but for a break that rarely breaks, this is your window. The combined energy hits 410 (moderate), but it’s still described as “surfable waves but very ordinary conditions.” The wind is perfect, but the swell is junky. It’s a paddle and a pray situation.
The morning of August 14th is another glassy moment, with a 4ft swell from the north-east at 10 seconds. Energy is moderate (300), but again, it’s just “surfable.” The wind is glassy, but the swell is small and the break is inconsistent.
After that, it’s back to poor. The 15th and 16th of August bring strong offshore winds, but the swell drops to 2ft and 2ft with weak energy. Clean wind, but no wave to ride.
The standout? There isn’t a real one. If you’re desperate, the morning of the 13th gives you a glassy shot at some small, weak waves. Otherwise, it’s a dry spell.
Rusty, out.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 14°C on Mon morning, min 7°C on Sun morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Tue morning. Very mild (max 14°C on Tue afternoon, min 10°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 11 | E 13 | ESE 4 | E 6 | E 6 | NNE 14 | N 16 | N 16 | NNE 12 | NE 18 | NNE 13 | NE 16 | NE 16 | E 5 | ENE 5 | ENE 5 | NE 5 | NE 5 | NNE 5 | NNE 6 | N 7 |
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21 | 29 | 28 | 54 | 24 | 18 | 7 | 6 | 15 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 10 | 6 | 5 | 12 | 5 | 4 | 44 | 140 | 521 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | off | off | off | off | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 9:04AM2.60m | 9:28PM2.74m | 9:46AM2.63m | 10:08PM2.75m | 10:28AM2.64m | 10:50PM2.74m | 11:11AM2.64m | 11:33PM2.71m | 11:55AM2.61m | 00:18AM2.67m | 12:43PM2.58m | 1:08AM2.61m | 1:37PM2.55m | 2:04AM2.57m | |||||||
Low Tide | 3:12PM0.73m | 3:41AM0.78m | 3:50PM0.72m | 4:21AM0.75m | 4:29PM0.75m | 5:03AM0.74m | 5:12PM0.80m | 5:47AM0.74m | 6:01PM0.86m | 6:36AM0.75m | 6:58PM0.92m | 7:29AM0.76m | 8:00PM0.94m | ||||||||
7:18 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | |
— | 5:35 | — | — | 5:36 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:38 | — | — | 5:38 | — | — | 5:39 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 3 | 6 | 5 |
Temp °C | 12 | 13 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 13 |
Feels °C | 8 | 8 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 7 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 10 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 6 | E 13 | E 11 | E 6 | E 6 | ENE 5 | ENE 5 | ENE 5 | NNE 12 | NE 12 | NNE 13 | NE 12 | NE 12 | E 5 | ENE 5 | ENE 5 | NE 5 | NE 5 | NE 10 | NE 10 | NE 15 |
7 | 29 | 10 | 54 | 24 | 10 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 6 | 16 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 8 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 11 | N 6 | NNE 15 | NNE 15 | NE 14 | NNE 14 | NE 13 | NE 13 | NE 7 | NE 7 | E 7 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 12 | NE 11 | NE 11 | E 5 | NE 10 | NE 16 | NE 16 | — |
21 | 6 | 22 | 22 | 8 | 18 | 7 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 10 | 10 | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 13 | NNE 17 | N 5 | N 6 | N 18 | E 9 | N 16 | N 16 | — | NE 18 | NE 18 | NE 16 | NE 16 | N 12 | N 11 | NE 18 | NE 11 | — | — | N 14 | — |
14 | 27 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 5 | — | 12 | 12 | 10 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 12 | 5 | — | — | 4 | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | ESE 3 | ESE 4 | S 2 | S 3 | — | SW 2 | SW 3 | SW 4 | SW 4 | SW 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NNE 5 | NNE 6 | N 7 |
— | 3 | 28 | 1 | 3 | — | 1 | 4 | 17 | 8 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 44 | 140 | 521 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 41 | 46 | 39 | 5 | 45 | 46 | 132 | 132 | 204 | 46 | 204 | 45 | 39 | 39 | 39 | 39 | 41 | 39 | 39 | 116 | 13 |
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Information about the Fishermans Reef Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Fishermans Reef provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Fishermans Reef can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Fishermans Reef 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 (Fishermans Reef) 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 Fishermans Reef 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.
Fishermans Reef is 20 km (12 miles) from the city of Northshore. If you plan a holiday in Auckland, look for hotels and other accommodation in Northshore. Northshore has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.











