
Surf Forecasts:
Forster Beach (Nambucca) surf forecast from 19 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 19 Jul, 1PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 10s period, E swell with cross-shore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 19 Jul, 7PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 11s period, ESE swell with 2,688 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 19 Jul, 1PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 10s period with E swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Forster Beach (Nambucca) this week:
The surf forecast for Forster Beach (Nambucca) over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 19) at 1PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 18s. Another secondary swell of 2.3m and 7s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-shore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Forster Beach (Nambucca) in the next 16 days are 3.5m 11s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 19) at 7PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.2m 6s period and expected on Thursday (Jul 23) at 10PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1PM (Sun 19th Jul) | 10ft (3.0m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 1PM (Sun 19th Jul) | 10ft (3.0m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 7PM (Sun 19th Jul) | 11ft (3.5m) 11s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Forster Beach (Nambucca) over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let me tell you what’s cooking here at Forster Beach (Nambucca). This is a beginner-friendly beach break, and it’s fairly consistent, exposed to the swell. The water temp is sitting right around 68°, which is pretty much normal for this time of year, so no surprises there.
We’ve got a bit of a slow start, but the real story is the surf coming our way. It kicks off Sunday, July 19th, with a solid 10ft swell pushing in from the ESE, but it’s packing a ton of energy (2487) and a 10-second period. The wind is a cross-off from the south at 19 mph, so the waves will be clean, but honestly, this is a lot of water for a beginner spot. It’s more for the experienced crew. That same energy holds through Monday morning, but the wind drops right back to a light breeze, making it cleaner.
Now, Tuesday morning, July 21st, is where it gets interesting. The swell drops to a still-chunky 6ft from the east, with a 10-second period and moderate energy (724). But the wind? It goes glassy. Dead calm. That’s going to be some of the cleanest, most user-friendly surf in the whole run. The wave face will be smooth, good for the beginners this break is known for. The afternoon gets a bit messy with a light cross-on, so get in early.
Wednesday morning, July 22nd, is another glassy morning with a smaller 4ft swell from the ENE. It’s clean, but the energy is getting weaker (283). Still a fun little session if you’re after a longboard or a foamie.
After a few days of ordinary, smaller surf, things wake up again on Friday, July 24th. A 6ft south swell rolls in with a 10-second period and decent energy (581). The wind is a light cross-off, so the waves will be clean and have some push. Good for a solid session.
The real standout, the one to circle on your calendar, is Wednesday, July 29th. The swell jumps to 8ft out of the south with a very long 15-second period. This is a groundswell, and the energy is massive (3260). The wind is glassy in the morning. Now, this is a big, powerful swell, and the period is long, so at a beach break like Forster, it might be a bit straight and heavy. This is expert territory. The waves will be powerful, the sets will be well-spaced, and paddling out will be a mission. If you’re not solid, give it a miss. The afternoon gets a little cross-on, so the morning is the only window.
We also have a nice run from Monday, July 27th, through Tuesday, July 28th, with clean, offshore winds from the west-southwest and 6ft to 6ft south swell. That’s a solid, manageable size with good shape, especially for the more experienced beginners.
Looking further out, Monday, August 3rd, has a glassy morning with a 6ft south-southeast swell (14-second period) and strong energy (1382). That’s another excellent, clean session for those who can handle the size.
Bottom line: The Tuesday morning glass-off on July 21st is the pick for the average surfer – clean, fun, and not too big. For the experienced crew looking for a proper challenge, the glassy morning of Wednesday, July 29th, is the big one, but it’s a long way out, so keep an eye on it.
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Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Sun morning, min 14°C on Mon night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the S on Sun morning, calm by Mon night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Wed morning, min 8°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 10 | E 10 | ESE 11 | E 11 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 8 | S 7 | S 7 | S 8 | SSE 8 | S 10 | S 12 | S 13 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
1748 | 1837 | 2666 | 1641 | 1334 | 882 | 625 | 480 | 293 | 248 | 206 | 202 | 131 | 103 | 171 | 211 | 375 | 246 | 296 | 397 | 173 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | off | glassy | on | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | off | off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | off |
High Tide | 11:56AM1.21m | 11:54PM1.36m | 12:49PM1.22m | 00:40AM1.19m | 1:45PM1.23m | 1:31AM1.04m | 2:44PM1.24m | 2:32AM0.92m | 3:44PM1.27m | 3:42AM0.86m | 4:41PM1.32m | 4:50AM0.85m | 5:32PM1.37m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 5:42PM0.32m | 6:25AM0.15m | 6:42PM0.43m | 7:05AM0.22m | 7:51PM0.51m | 7:48AM0.29m | 9:11PM0.54m | 8:38AM0.34m | 10:30PM0.52m | 9:34AM0.36m | 11:34PM0.46m | 10:31AM0.36m | 00:24AM0.39m | ||||||||
6:41 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | |
— | 5:06 | — | — | 5:06 | — | — | 5:07 | — | — | 5:07 | — | — | 5:07 | — | — | 5:08 | — | — | 5:08 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 18 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 21 | 20 | 16 | 21 | 18 | 15 | 13 | 13 | 10 | 15 | 15 | 14 |
Feels °C | 12 | 13 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 19 | 17 | 14 | 18 | 15 | 13 | 10 | 10 | 7 | 12 | 12 | 11 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 10 | E 10 | ESE 11 | E 11 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | S 10 | E 8 | SSE 8 | S 10 | S 12 | S 13 |
1748 | 1837 | 2338 | 1641 | 1334 | 882 | 625 | 480 | 293 | 248 | 206 | 202 | 131 | 103 | 72 | 90 | 35 | 246 | 296 | 397 | 173 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 18 | SSE 18 | S 16 | S 13 | S 12 | S 12 | S 11 | S 11 | S 11 | S 10 | S 10 | S 10 | S 11 | S 10 | SE 8 | ENE 8 | — | E 8 | S 18 | ENE 7 | S 10 |
66 | 60 | 76 | 87 | 110 | 103 | 88 | 56 | 55 | 31 | 31 | 17 | 20 | 8 | 2 | 39 | — | 33 | 163 | 21 | 90 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | S 23 | S 17 | — | — | S 16 | S 15 | S 16 | S 15 | S 14 | E 13 | E 12 | — | SE 8 | S 18 | S 17 | — | S 21 | E 8 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 |
— | 11 | 6 | — | — | 5 | 18 | 20 | 17 | 4 | 3 | 3 | — | 3 | 6 | 6 | — | 9 | 29 | 31 | 17 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 7 | SSE 7 | ESE 11 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NE 3 | — | SW 3 | SSE 3 | S 7 | S 7 | S 8 | — | — | — | — |
572 | 468 | 2666 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | 1 | 7 | 171 | 211 | 375 | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 382 | 286 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 47 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 54 | 7 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 |
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Information about the Forster Beach (Nambucca) Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Forster Beach (Nambucca) 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 (Nambucca) can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Forster Beach (Nambucca) 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 (Nambucca)) 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 (Nambucca) 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.
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