Forster Beach (Nambucca) Surf Break

Lat Long: 30.57° S 153.02° E

Forster Beach (Nambucca) Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 pm 26 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Forster Beach (Nambucca) sea temperature is
19.7°C
0.1° 

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


Forster Beach (Nambucca) surf forecast from 26 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 30 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 10s period, S swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 30 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 10s period, S swell with 786 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 27 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 7s period with S 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 Thursday (Aug 27) at 4AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.4m and 7s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 7s. Another secondary swell of 0.1m and 11s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Forster Beach (Nambucca) in the next 16 days are 2.0m 10s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 30) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.3m 5s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 29) at 7PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 4AM (Thu 27th Aug)4.5ft (1.4m) 7s
Best Surf 1AM (Sun 30th Aug)6.5ft (2.0m) 10s
Most Powerful 1AM (Sun 30th Aug)6.5ft (2.0m) 10s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, listen up. It’s Rusty here. We’ve had a bit of a slow patch, but things are starting to move. The next few days are going to be a waiting game, with only small, junky waves on offer. But don’t write this week off just yet. There’s a proper pulse of swell coming through, and the end of the run has some real potential.

Right now, it’s flat and messy. Nothing worth paddling out for. We're looking at a couple of days of small, weak surf with a lot of onshore breeze. You’re better off keeping the board in the car and the wax in the bag until things clean up.

The first real chance to get wet is Thursday morning. The wind swings around light and offshore, cleaning up a small, 4ft southeast swell. It’s not going to be big or powerful, but it should be rideable and without the chop. The energy is weak, so it’s more about getting a few fun ones than chasing barrels. Forster Beach (Nambucca) might be the spot for a grovel session.

Then we’ve got Friday morning – this is where it starts to get interesting. The wind goes glassy, and that bump in period to 9 seconds gives the 4ft southerly swell a bit more shape. The energy is a step up. It’s still small, but the conditions will be clean and lined-up. This is a good chance for the beginners to get out there without too much stress.

The weekend looks a bit messy. Saturday has some size at 5ft, but the wind is a cross-off, which will keep it semi-clean. Sunday drops back down. The energy is moderate, but it’s not the pick of the week.

Now, here’s the standout. Monday morning is looking like the best call of the first week. We’ve got a 5ft southerly swell with an 8-second period, light south-southwest winds keeping it clean, and the energy is solid. It’s a consistent offering that should have some power. Look for Forster Beach to have some fun, workable walls. This is your best chance to get a proper session in.

After that, things go a bit quiet again for a few days. Light winds and some renmant swell, but nothing with any push. Plan for a flat spell from Tuesday through to the following Sunday. The models show the energy dropping right out, with wave heights down around 1ft to 2ft. It’s the kind of stretch where you check the cam, shrug, and go do something else.

But hold on. The second week has a big one lurking on the horizon. Monday, September 7th is the one to circle on the calendar. That morning, the forecast shows a proper groundswell hitting. 4ft of south-southeast swell with a long 13-second period, clean conditions with light winds, and the energy is huge. This is the biggest and best-structured swell of the entire outlook. Forster Beach should be firing with clean, lined-up sets.

The potential is even bigger that afternoon, with the swell jumping to 7ft and the energy going through the roof. But the wind swings onshore and creates some chop, and at that size, it’s getting serious. This is expert territory. If you’re not confident, watch from the sand. The morning session is the one to chase. This is the standout – a proper, long-period swell that will wake the place up. It’s a week out, so we can’t lock it in, but it’s got all the makings of a great day.

The water is sitting at 68°F, which is about normal for this time of year, so a spring suit is the go.

Right, that’s the picture. Get on that Monday morning session, and keep an eye on that second Monday. It could be special.

Rusty out.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Thu morning, min 14°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Tue morning, min 14°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light.

Thursday
27
Friday
28
Saturday
29
Sunday
30
Monday
31
Tuesday
1
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2
3
0
2
2
1
2
2
0
4
2
1
2
3
0
2
1
0
2
Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
1.4
S
6
1.7
S
7
1.5
SSE
8
1.4
SSE
9
1.2
S
9
1.6
SSE
11
1.3
SSE
10
1.2
SSE
10
1.5
SSE
10
2
S
10
1.5
SSE
10
1.2
SSE
10
0.8
S
9
1.4
S
8
0.6
S
17
1
S
10
0.8
SSE
10
0.8
S
13
0.7
S
12
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
163
282
240
326
256
614
385
300
469
786
407
258
99
273
220
225
136
209
132
Wind (km/h)
15
SW
15
S
20
SSE
5
WSW
5
E
15
ENE
5
SW
15
S
25
SSE
15
SW
10
S
15
SE
10
WSW
15
SSW
15
SE
10
W
10
NNE
25
NE
5
NW
Wind State
cross-off
cross-off
cross
off
glassy
on
cross-off
cross-off
cross
off
cross-off
cross
off
cross-off
cross
cross-off
cross-on
cross-on
cross-off
High Tide
7:28AM1.11m
7:40PM1.59m
8:03AM1.19m
8:13PM1.60m
8:38AM1.27m
8:46PM1.57m
9:14AM1.34m
9:21PM1.50m
9:52AM1.39m
9:58PM1.40m
10:34AM1.41m
10:39PM1.28m
Low Tide
1:42AM0.15m
1:13PM0.17m
2:12AM0.09m
1:51PM0.14m
2:41AM0.05m
2:30PM0.13m
3:11AM0.03m
3:11PM0.14m
3:42AM0.03m
3:54PM0.18m
4:14AM0.07m
4:42PM0.23m
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6:07
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Temp °C
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17
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Feels °C
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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.

Forster Beach (Nambucca) is 31 km (19 miles) from the city of Coffs Harbour. If you plan a holiday in Port Macquarie, look for hotels and other accommodation in Coffs Harbour. Coffs Harbour has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

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