
Surf Forecasts:
Fishermans Reef surf forecast from 6 Sep 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Monday 7 Sep, 12PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 8s period, N swell with 216 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 1.4m 8s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 07) at 12PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.8m 8s period and expected on Monday (Sep 07) at 12PM.
| Wave Type | Time (NZST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 12PM (Mon 7th Sep) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Fishermans Reef over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, mates, I've gotta be straight with you—the outlook for Fishermans Reef is a tough one. We're looking at a long, frustrating stretch of tiny, gutless surf. For the next two weeks, the ocean's basically taking a nap. The first recommendation doesn't even pop up until the 6th of September, and from there, it's a battle against a lack of swell and some strong winds.
From Sunday the 6th right through to Friday the 18th of September, we're stuck with ankle-snappers. The swell heights barely climb above 1 foot, mostly from the ENE or NNE with short periods around 8 to 15 seconds, but with that tiny size, it just doesn't matter. The combined energy is almost always weak, sitting at values like 11 or 48 (weak energy), which is basically just a ripple. On the 8th, we get a little pulse of 2 feet from the north with an 8-second period, giving us a combined energy of 48 (weak energy). That's the biggest we see for days, and it's still tiny. Winds are mostly offshore or cross-off, which would be a dream if there was any swell to work with. The water temp is around 58°, which is about normal for this time of year.
There's a small, very long period groundswell trying to push through on the 9th of September. We get 0.7 feet with a 15-second period, but the energy is still only 27 (weak energy). It's glassy, but there's just no push. This pattern of clean, tiny waves continues day after day. Even when we get strong offshore winds on the 12th and 13th, it's only 0.7 feet of swell. It's heartbreaking.
Finally, on Saturday the 19th of September, things start to change. We get a pulse of 4 feet from the north, with a short 5-second period, giving a combined energy of 70 (weak energy). That's still small, but it's the best we've seen. The problem is, the wind turns onshore in the afternoon. By Monday the 21st of September, we have a real storm swell showing up: 6 feet from the NNE with an 11-second period, and the combined energy jumps to 785 (moderate wave energy). That's a solid size, but it's a beach and reef setup, and with strong winds, it'll be messy. For the experts out there, it might offer a few waves, but the quality will be poor.
Overall, this is a lean period. We have a two-week gap of essentially unridable waves before a slight uptick in size at the very end. It's a waiting game.
Rusty
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Very mild (max 16°C on Sun night, min 11°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Thu night. Very mild (max 14°C on Thu afternoon, min 9°C on Thu night). Winds increasing (light winds from the W on Wed night, fresh winds from the SW by Fri morning). | ||||||||||||||||||
Monday 7 | Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | ||||||||||||||
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) | N 6 | NE 9 | E 9 | N 7 | N 8 | N 8 | NNE 7 | NE 15 | NNE 15 | NNE 14 | NNE 14 | NE 14 | NE 14 | NNE 15 | NE 13 | NNE 13 | NNE 13 | NNE 12 | NNE 13 |
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94 | 3 | 2 | 79 | 61 | 29 | 16 | 9 | 22 | 19 | 18 | 32 | 29 | 21 | 26 | 18 | 17 | 15 | 17 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | off | cross-off | off | off | off |
High Tide | 2:56AM2.53m | 3:40PM2.60m | 4:06AM2.55m | 4:47PM2.69m | 5:13AM2.63m | 5:45PM2.79m | 6:12AM2.72m | 6:37PM2.89m | 7:05AM2.81m | 7:25PM2.95m | 7:54AM2.87m | 8:10PM2.96m | |||||||
Low Tide | 9:14AM0.78m | 9:59PM0.89m | 10:23AM0.76m | 11:04PM0.82m | 11:27AM0.69m | 00:03AM0.73m | 12:25PM0.61m | 00:55AM0.64m | 1:15PM0.54m | 1:43AM0.57m | 2:01PM0.51m | 2:27AM0.53m | |||||||
— | 6:33 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | |
— | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:06 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:08 | — | |
mm | — | 1 | — | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 16 | 16 | 16 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 12 |
Feels °C | 13 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 8 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 5 | 7 | 6 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 9 | NE 9 | N 8 | N 7 | N 8 | N 8 | NNE 7 | N 6 | ENE 8 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 8 | N 6 | NE 9 | NE 13 | NNE 13 | NE 13 | NNE 12 | NNE 13 |
3 | 3 | 169 | 79 | 61 | 29 | 16 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 25 | 14 | 26 | 18 | 6 | 15 | 17 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | E 9 | E 9 | E 10 | NE 16 | NE 17 | NE 15 | NNE 15 | NNE 14 | NNE 14 | NE 14 | NE 14 | NNE 15 | ENE 9 | NE 12 | NNE 13 | NE 13 | — |
— | — | 2 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 12 | 9 | 22 | 19 | 18 | 32 | 29 | 21 | 8 | 6 | 17 | 7 | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | NE 16 | E 10 | NE 10 | NE 8 | N 6 | N 6 | N 18 | — | ENE 8 | NNE 13 | NNE 14 | ENE 9 | E 9 | N 16 | N 16 |
— | — | — | — | 10 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 6 | — | 6 | 17 | 20 | 8 | 2 | 5 | 5 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 6 | N 7 | NW 3 | — | S 3 | SW 3 | SSW 4 | S 3 | S 3 | W 3 | W 3 | WNW 4 | SW 4 | SW 4 | SW 4 | WSW 4 | SW 4 | SW 4 | SW 4 |
94 | 205 | 2 | — | 3 | 9 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 17 | 28 | 37 | 28 | 24 | 53 | 52 | 24 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 361 | 133 | 35 | 32 | 5 | 39 | 39 | 39 | 39 | 80 | 132 | 46 | 61 | 5 | 194 | 46 | 204 | 204 | 361 |
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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.










