Forster Beach Surf Break

Lat Long: 32.20° S 152.54° E

Forster Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 pm 16 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Forster Beach sea temperature is
19.5° C
0.5° 

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


Forster Beach surf forecast from 16 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 21 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 10s period, ENE swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 19 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 11s period, E swell with 2,034 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 21 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 10s period with ENE 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 Tuesday (Jul 21) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.8m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 11s. Another secondary swell of 0.4m and 3s 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 3.0m 11s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 19) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.2m 5s period and expected on Thursday (Jul 23) at 10PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 1AM (Tue 21st Jul)6ft (1.8m) 10s
Best Surf 1AM (Tue 21st Jul)6ft (1.8m) 10s
Most Powerful 1AM (Sun 19th Jul)10ft (3.0m) 11s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Forster Beach over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, let’s get into it. It’s Rusty.

First up, Forster Beach. It’s a fairly exposed beginner-friendly spot, and for the next week or so, it’s going to be a bit of a mixed bag. The water temperature is sitting right around average for this time of year, so nothing unusual there.

The first few days are looking pretty average. Friday through Sunday, we’ve got a moderate east-southeast swell pushing in, but the wind is mostly cross-onshore, so the surf will be choppy and messy. Swell heights are around 5 ft to 6 ft, but the period is short—only 7 to 8 seconds—so it’s not going to have much push. The combined energy is moderate, ranging from 345 to 592, but that doesn’t mean much when the wind is ruining the face. The surfline will be pretty ordinary.

Sunday morning, the swell jumps to 10 ft with a 10-second period, energy reading 1772, so there’s a lot of water moving. But it’s cross-onshore and choppy, so it’s not a good time. That’s more of a kite-surfing day than a paddle-surfing day.

Monday and Tuesday the swell backs off a bit, 5 ft to 7 ft, and the wind lightens up, but it’s still cross-onshore or cross-shore. The energy readings drop to 501 to 1013, still moderate. The waves will be surfable but not great.

Now, the real standout window starts Thursday, 23rd July. We get a morning of light cross-offshore wind, and by afternoon it’s glassy. The swell is small, only 3 ft from the east-northeast with a 9-second period, and the energy is low (170 to 208). But for a clean, small wave session, this is the best of the early run. The break won’t be crowded, but it’s a fairly consistent spot so you’ll see a few others.

Then, Friday 24th July, a big south swell hits. Morning sees 12 ft at 10 seconds, energy a massive 2302, and the wind is cross-offshore, so it’s clean. But that’s too big for beginners—this is strictly for experts. The break is a beach, so the long period (10 seconds) will make it a bit walled-up and tricky. Still, it’s the most powerful day of the whole run.

Saturday 25th July is your best bet for most surfers. Morning has 7 ft south swell with a 10-second period, light cross-offshore wind, and energy at 820. The conditions are clean, the size is manageable for intermediates, and the break is fairly consistent. It’s not going to be a circus, but expect some locals.

Sunday 26th July, another big south swell (10 ft) with cross-offshore wind, but the energy is huge at 3388. Again, experts only. The quality is there but the size is intimidating.

The second week sees a drop in size. From Monday 27th to Wednesday 29th, we’ve got 4 ft to 5 ft south swell, mostly clean, with light winds. The energy is moderate (418 to 843). It’s surfable, but nothing to write home about. Thursday 30th and Friday 31st, the swell goes tiny and the wind turns onshore, so it’s pretty much a washout.

The final day, Saturday 1st August, has a strong breeze and messy conditions, so don’t bother.

In summary, the standout is Saturday 25th July morning for the best combo of size, clean conditions, and manageable waves. The other highlight is Thursday 23rd July afternoon for glassy, clean small waves. Friday 24th and Sunday 26th are for experts only.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 7mm), mostly falling on Fri night. Very mild (max 17°C on Thu night, min 15°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Sun night, min 13°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Friday
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Period (s)
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1.4
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
190
176
244
224
394
443
2034
1608
1327
1045
816
772
637
502
428
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288
282
276
Wind (km/h)
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High Tide
10:39AM1.33m
10:43PM1.75m
11:24AM1.34m
11:27PM1.63m
12:10PM1.34m
00:11AM1.49m
12:56PM1.34m
00:55AM1.35m
1:44PM1.34m
1:40AM1.22m
2:34PM1.35m
2:30AM1.12m
Low Tide
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
7:48PM0.66m
7:55AM0.50m
9:01PM0.69m
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Temp °C
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Information about the Forster Beach Surf forecast

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).

Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Forster Beach 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.

Are you planning a holiday in Port Macquarie? If you are looking for accommodation near Forster Beach, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in Port Macquarie, consider staying in Forster which is 5 km (3 miles) away. Other places in and around Port Macquarie where you can find information about places to rent, and car hire include Taree which is 34 km (21 miles) away, Port Stephens, Port Macquarie and North Shore.

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