
Surf Forecasts:
Fishermans Reef surf forecast from 21 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 27 Jul, 3PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 14s period, E swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 27 Jul, 6PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 14s period, E swell with 316 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 27 Jul, 3PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 14s period with E swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Fishermans Reef this week:
The surf forecast for Fishermans Reef over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 27) at 3PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 6s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Fishermans Reef in the next 16 days are 0.9m 14s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 27) at 6PM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.3m 4s period and expected on Saturday (Jul 25) at 6AM.
| Wave Type | Time (NZST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 3PM (Mon 27th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 3PM (Mon 27th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 6PM (Mon 27th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Fishermans Reef over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, grab a coffee and listen up. I’m looking at Fishermans Reef, a tricky little reef break that’s super sheltered. It’s a beginner spot, but it’s a fickle one – it rarely breaks, so you gotta be patient.
The water’s sitting at about 57°, which is a degree cooler than it should be for this time of year, so it’s a bit nippier than usual.
Let’s be straight with you – the next week and a half is a total write-off. From Tuesday the 21st right through to the end of July, the surf is just poor. We’re looking at tiny, weak waves, mostly under 3 feet, with a short period that’s just not going to give you any push. The combined wave energy is mostly in the double digits, which is just pathetic. There’s a day or two of offshore wind, but it’s blowing hard – 25 mph on Saturday the 25th – and that’s going to make paddling out a nightmare. The swell is just too small and weak to overcome that wind.
We’ve got a solid 10-day gap with no real surf to speak of.
The only flicker of hope comes on the 30th of July.
On Thursday the 30th, the morning starts to look a bit more interesting. The swell is still only 4ft, coming from the east, but the period has stretched out to a nice 13 seconds, which is proper groundswell. The combined energy jumps to 443 (moderate), which is a lot more than we’ve seen. The wind is a clean cross-offshore from the west-northwest at 12 mph. It’s still not going to be pumping, but it’s the first surfable option in ages. The setup is clean, but with that long period, at a reef break, it might hold up nicely.
The 31st of July sees a jump in size, with the swell hitting 6ft and a shorter period of 7 seconds from the north-northeast. The energy is strong at 493, but that short period is going to make it a bit lumpy and less likely to hold its shape. The wind is a stiff cross-offshore, which will keep it clean, but it’s a bit of a messy combo.
Honestly, nothing here is a standout. The best of a bad bunch is the 30th of July morning. It’s the most consistent and cleanest option in the whole 16-day window, but it’s still a long way from a classic day. After that, we go back to tiny, weak surf from the 1st of August onwards.
If you're desperate for a paddle, maybe the 30th. Otherwise, don't bother.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 14°C on Wed morning, min 11°C on Tue morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 25mm), heaviest during Fri afternoon. Very mild (max 13°C on Fri morning, min 6°C on Sun night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the WSW on Sat morning, calm by Sat night). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 6 | E 6 | E 5 | ENE 5 | ENE 5 | E 5 | E 6 | E 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 6 | N 5 | E 10 | E 13 | E 12 | E 12 | NW 5 | E 12 | E 13 | E 13 | E 14 | E 14 |
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67 | 33 | 14 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 9 | 14 | 36 | 74 | 85 | 146 | 99 | 66 | 71 | 85 | 264 | 302 | 261 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-off | off | off | off | off | off | off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off |
High Tide | 12:41PM2.67m | 00:59AM2.70m | 1:30PM2.57m | 1:46AM2.58m | 2:21PM2.47m | 2:37AM2.46m | 3:20PM2.39m | 3:32AM2.38m | 4:22PM2.37m | 4:30AM2.33m | 5:19PM2.39m | 5:25AM2.33m | 6:08PM2.45m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 6:46PM0.82m | 7:17AM0.77m | 7:40PM0.94m | 8:05AM0.88m | 8:35PM1.02m | 8:54AM0.97m | 9:29PM1.08m | 9:45AM1.04m | 10:23PM1.11m | 10:38AM1.07m | 11:17PM1.11m | 11:32AM1.06m | 00:08AM1.08m | ||||||||
7:26 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | |
— | 5:27 | — | — | 5:28 | — | — | 5:29 | — | — | 5:29 | — | — | 5:30 | — | — | 5:30 | — | — | 5:31 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 4 | — | — | 3 | 2 | 4 | 7 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 12 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 13 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 12 | 10 | 11 | 9 |
Feels °C | 10 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 6 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 11 | E 6 | E 5 | ENE 5 | ENE 5 | E 5 | E 6 | E 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 6 | E 7 | N 7 | E 13 | E 12 | E 12 | E 11 | N 7 | E 13 | E 13 | E 14 | E 14 |
10 | 33 | 14 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 9 | 14 | 9 | 64 | 85 | 146 | 99 | 66 | 59 | 85 | 264 | 302 | 261 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 8 | E 11 | E 11 | N 7 | N 7 | NE 8 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 9 | NE 8 | ENE 8 | E 10 | E 9 | N 7 | — | — | E 12 | N 6 | N 6 | N 6 | — |
1 | 10 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 74 | 25 | 4 | — | — | 71 | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 8 | N 8 | N 8 | E 11 | E 11 | E 10 | E 11 | E 12 | E 11 | E 11 | E 12 | — | N 7 | — | N 6 | — | — | N 9 | — | — | — |
1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | — | 8 | — | 1 | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 6 | — | S 3 | SSW 2 | — | SW 3 | SW 2 | SW 2 | — | NNW 3 | N 5 | W 4 | SW 4 | SW 4 | WSW 4 | NW 5 | W 4 | SSE 4 | S 4 | S 3 | SW 3 |
67 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | 9 | 36 | 24 | 57 | 59 | 18 | 65 | 21 | 21 | 11 | 7 | 7 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 39 | 45 | 45 | 91 | 147 | 133 | 40 | 53 | 273 | 39 | 353 | 84 | 349 | 971 | 5 | 39 | 84 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
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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.










