Surf Forecasts:
Forster Beach surf forecast from 14 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 16 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 8s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 15 Jul, 4PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 10s period, S swell with 1,373 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 16 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 8s period with S swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Forster Beach this week:
The surf forecast for Forster Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 16) at 10AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.8m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 15s. Another secondary swell of 1.0m and 6s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Forster Beach in the next 16 days are 2.5m 10s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 15) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.1m 5s period and expected on Wednesday (Jul 15) at 1AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10AM (Thu 16th Jul) | 6ft (1.8m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 10AM (Thu 16th Jul) | 6ft (1.8m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 4PM (Wed 15th Jul) | 8ft (2.5m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Forster Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, Rusty here. Let’s look at what’s shaping up for Forster Beach over the next couple weeks. It’s got some quiet patches, but there are a few real clean windows where it’ll be worth the paddle.
Water temp is about 68°, which is normal for this time of year.
The first real chance to get out is Thursday morning (16th). We’ve got 6ft from the S, 8-second period, moderate energy, and a light cross-off breeze. It’s clean, but nothing to write home about. Before that, Wednesday (15th) brings a sloppy 6ft to 8ft swell with a short period and gusty cross-off wind – just not worth it.
Now, the first true standout is Thursday morning, July 23rd. Swell is a solid 7ft from the E, period stretching to 11 seconds, and strong energy. The wind is light cross-off from the SW, so it’s clean. It’s got power and shape. That size is getting a bit much for beginners, but for everyone else, this is the morning to chase.
It stays good into Friday (24th) and Saturday (25th). Friday morning has 7ft from the E, period up to 12 seconds, strong energy, and clean light cross-off wind. Saturday morning is similar with 6ft, 12-second period, strong energy, and clean wind. A solid run of quality.
The last little highlight is Tuesday morning, July 28th. Swell drops to 4ft, but it’s got a very long 13-second period, decent energy, and light cross-off wind from the WNW. Not as big, but the period is lovely and the waves will be clean and cruiser.
Forster Beach is a pretty exposed spot and beginner-friendly, so watch the size on the bigger days. Crowds can show up on the good mornings, especially during that run from the 23rd to the 25th. The Thursday the 23rd is your best bet.
Catch ya in the water,
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 18mm), heaviest on Wed afternoon. Very mild (max 18°C on Tue afternoon, min 11°C on Tue night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 11mm), heaviest on Fri afternoon. Very mild (max 18°C on Mon morning, min 15°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 7 | SSW 11 | S 7 | S 10 | S 9 | S 8 | S 8 | S 8 | ESE 6 | SE 7 | S 10 | SE 6 | ESE 7 | E 8 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | ENE 10 | E 10 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 16 | 41 | 335 | 1373 | 724 | 367 | 309 | 223 | 127 | 204 | 125 | 171 | 277 | 754 | 1177 | 1207 | 1006 | 882 | 653 | 523 | 499 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | on | cross-on | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 8:18PM1.88m | 9:01AM1.28m | 9:09PM1.88m | 9:51AM1.31m | 9:57PM1.84m | 10:39AM1.33m | 10:43PM1.75m | 11:24AM1.34m | 11:27PM1.63m | 12:10PM1.34m | 00:11AM1.49m | 12:56PM1.34m | 00:55AM1.35m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 3:01AM0.13m | 2:32PM0.28m | 3:46AM0.12m | 3:22PM0.30m | 4:30AM0.15m | 4:10PM0.34m | 5:13AM0.21m | 5:00PM0.41m | 5:53AM0.28m | 5:51PM0.50m | 6:33AM0.36m | 6:45PM0.59m | 7:13AM0.44m | ||||||||
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 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:47 | — | — | 6:47 | — | — | 6:46 |
 | 5:00 | — | — | 5:01 | — | — | 5:01 | — | — | 5:02 | — | — | 5:04 | — | — | 5:04 | — | — | 5:05 | — | 5:05 |
mm | — | — | 2 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | — | — | — | — | 3 | 2 | 2 | — | — |
Temp °C | 18 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 16 |
Feels °C | 13 | 8 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 13 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 7 | SSW 11 | E 9 | — | — | S 8 | S 8 | S 8 | S 7 | S 9 | S 10 | S 11 | S 11 | S 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | ENE 10 | E 10 |
| kJ | 16 | 41 | 2 | — | — | 367 | 309 | 223 | 127 | 42 | 115 | 114 | 55 | 47 | 1177 | 1207 | 1006 | 882 | 653 | 523 | 499 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 10 | E 10 | E 10 | — | — | S 15 | ESE 6 | SSE 17 | S 18 | S 15 | S 11 | S 21 | S 7 | SSE 19 | S 18 | S 17 | S 14 | S 13 | S 12 | S 12 | S 11 |
| kJ | 8 | 2 | 2 | — | — | 5 | 55 | 54 | 55 | 41 | 39 | 79 | 24 | 72 | 163 | 153 | 153 | 209 | 184 | 134 | 82 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 20 | E 10 | — | — | — | E 11 | S 18 | S 13 | SSW 11 | NE 8 | S 24 | — | S 20 | E 17 | S 10 | S 9 | S 9 | SE 16 | SE 15 | SE 14 | SE 15 |
| kJ | 8 | 2 | — | — | — | 2 | 27 | 14 | 43 | 3 | 11 | — | 68 | 6 | 45 | 27 | 13 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 8 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 5 | SW 5 | S 7 | S 10 | S 9 | SE 6 | SE 6 | ESE 6 | ESE 6 | SE 7 | ESE 6 | SE 6 | ESE 7 | E 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | 29 | 60 | 335 | 1373 | 724 | 71 | 73 | 72 | 127 | 204 | 125 | 171 | 277 | 754 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 554 | 74 | 22 | 201 | 137 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 22 | 175 | 106 | 181 | 316 | 195 | 195 | 217 | 5 | 59 | 79 | 69 | 5 |
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The above surf forecast table for Forster Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Forster Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Forster Beach 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 (Forster Beach) 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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