Fishermans Reef Surf Break

Lat Long: 36.62° S 174.77° E

Fishermans Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 5 am 14 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Fishermans Reef sea temperature is
14.3° C
0.8° 

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


Fishermans Reef surf forecast from 13 Jul 2026:

  • Most powerful swell: Friday 17 Jul, 9AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 17s period, E swell with 142 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 0.5m 17s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 17) at 9AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 3s period and expected on Friday (Jul 17) at 3PM.

Wave TypeTime (NZST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)--
Best Surf--
Most Powerful 9AM (Fri 17th Jul)1.5ft (0.5m) 17s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Fishermans Reef over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

G’day, Rusty here. Let’s be straight – this stretch of the coast has been dead quiet for a while. Fishermans Reef is one of those spots that almost never shows its face, and for the next two weeks that’s exactly what we’re looking at. The first surf that’s even worth a mention doesn’t turn up until Monday the 27th of July. That’s a solid 13‑day gap where the ocean serves up nothing but flat, choppy, or blown‑out junk. If you’re hanging for waves, that’s a long wait.

When it finally does wake up, Fishermans Reef (a sheltered reef that only breaks occasionally) will offer a brief window on Monday the 27th. The morning sees a 7ft swell from the east, with a period of 12 seconds – that’s a proper groundswell with good energy (combined energy 1155). Wind is light cross‑off from the west at 9 mph, which should keep the surface clean. The afternoon drops a touch to 6ft easterly, 11‑second period (energy 849), with a moderate offshore from the west‑south‑west at 16 mph. That’s clean, lined‑up reef waves. Water temp is 58°, about average for this time of year.

Now, the bad news: the swell direction is east, while this break loves north‑east – it’s not ideal, but it’s still a rare event for a spot that rarely breaks. The size (over 5ft) means it’s pushing into intermediate territory, and beginners might find it a handful. Crowds are only sometimes a problem, but when a reef like this lights up, expect a few locals to show. The long period also means the waves will be powerful and a bit shifty on this reef – not a beach break, so the shape should hold up.

After Monday the 27th, the swell fades quickly and the rest of the forecast window goes quiet again. If you’re keen for a chance at a rarely‑seen wave, that Monday is your only shot. Mark it, but don’t hold your breath – these events are few and far between.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Thu afternoon, min 12°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 14°C on Sat morning, min 10°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Tuesday
14
Wednesday
15
Thursday
16
Friday
17
Saturday
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Sunday
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Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
0.9
N
5
0.7
N
5
0.4
NNE
5
0.2
E
12
0.2
E
11
0.2
E
11
0.2
E
13
0.2
E
14
0.3
ENE
18
0.5
E
17
0.5
E
16
0.5
E
15
0.4
E
15
0.4
E
15
0.3
E
14
0.3
E
14
0.8
ESE
5
1.1
E
5
0.8
E
6
0.7
E
6
0.7
E
6
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
41
27
8
11
10
9
14
16
64
142
126
115
72
68
36
35
31
57
43
32
30
Wind (km/h)
10
NNW
10
W
10
W
10
WNW
5
NW
5
WNW
5
WNW
15
W
15
WSW
15
SW
15
SW
15
SW
10
SW
15
WSW
10
SW
10
SSE
15
ESE
20
SE
20
SE
30
ESE
30
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Wind State
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High Tide
7:14PM2.90m
7:37AM2.80m
8:07PM2.98m
8:31AM2.85m
8:58PM3.02m
9:24AM2.87m
9:49PM3.02m
10:15AM2.86m
10:38PM2.98m
11:05AM2.82m
11:26PM2.91m
11:53AM2.76m
00:12AM2.81m
Low Tide
12:54PM0.48m
1:30AM0.59m
1:51PM0.40m
2:25AM0.52m
2:44PM0.35m
3:17AM0.49m
3:32PM0.36m
4:06AM0.49m
4:19PM0.43m
4:54AM0.53m
5:06PM0.54m
5:42AM0.59m
5:54PM0.68m
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5:22
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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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.

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