
Surf Forecasts:
Hullets Reef surf forecast from 28 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 3 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 15s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 28 Jul, 2PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 14s period, SW swell with 2,746 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 2 Aug, 5PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 13s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Hullets Reef this week:
The surf forecast for Hullets Reef over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 02) at 5PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 1.7m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Hullets Reef in the next 16 days are 2.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 2PM. 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 Monday (Aug 03) at 2AM.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5PM (Sun 2nd Aug) | 4ft (1.2m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 8PM (Mon 3rd Aug) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 15s |
| Most Powerful | 2PM (Tue 28th Jul) | 8ft (2.5m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Hullets Reef over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming down the line for us.
Honestly, the next week or so is a bit of a write-off. We’ve got a real rough patch of weather and swell to get through first. The surf shows up, but it’s ugly – strong ESE winds, rain, and lumpy, choppy conditions. It’s not going to be fun. That initial run of poor conditions lasts right through the first few days, up until the end of July. The swell is there, but it's just not rideable with the wind.
Then we finally get a little window of hope. The standout for the whole period is Sunday, August 4th at Hullets Reef. The morning is a bit iffy with onshore wind, but the afternoon session is the real highlight. The wind swings around to a light offshore from the SW, the swell is a clean 7 ft from the south-west, with a period of 12 seconds. The water is about average for the time of year at 66°. The combined swell energy is pumping at a solid 1371 (moderate wave energy). The forecast says excellent surf for experienced surfers, and that’s what it’s shaping up to be. Clean, lined-up waves. This is the one to circle on the calendar. It can get busy here sometimes, so be ready for a few others with the same idea.
The week after that looks like it gets a bit more active, but it's a mixed bag. The 5th of August has an 8 ft SW swell, and the wind is light and cross-offshore, making for clean conditions and excellent surf for experienced surfers again. The 7th of August also has a solid 12 ft SW swell with clean offshore winds, another expert-level session.
But hold on, because the 9th of August (Sunday) is a monster. The guidance shows a 16 ft SW swell hitting. The wind is cross-offshore, so it’ll be clean, but a wave that size is for experts only. The combined wave energy is a massive 15,390 (very strong wave energy). That’s a serious, heavy ocean. The 10th of August looks like a write-off with rain and strong onshore winds, so don't get too excited about the size.
The 12th of August (Wednesday) is a nice way to finish the forecast. It’s an 8-10 ft SW swell, with a very long period of 16 seconds. The wind is light and cross-offshore, making for clean conditions. The break is a reef, so that long period will wrap in beautifully. Another excellent session for experienced surfers.
So, to sum it up: the first week is a skip. The absolute best bet is the afternoon of Sunday, August 4th. The 5th, 7th, and 12th are also top-tier, but the 9th is for the brave and the experienced only. Go get it.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 8mm), mostly falling on Wed morning. Very mild (max 17°C on Thu afternoon, min 14°C on Tue morning). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the E on Wed morning, light winds from the NNE by Wed night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Sun afternoon, min 13°C on Fri night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the ENE on Fri afternoon, light winds from the NW by Sun afternoon). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | |||||||||||||||
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) | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | E 9 | E 7 | E 8 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | SW 13 | E 9 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 14 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
3135 | 2541 | 1970 | 1387 | 1347 | 1327 | 1110 | 1011 | 919 | 651 | 578 | 829 | 1003 | 766 | 1372 | 544 | 488 | 320 | 609 | 473 | 1977 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | on |
High Tide | 3:32PM1.43m | 3:36AM1.49m | 4:02PM1.51m | 4:06AM1.53m | 4:30PM1.58m | 4:34AM1.56m | 4:58PM1.62m | 5:03AM1.55m | 5:27PM1.64m | 5:33AM1.52m | 5:56PM1.63m | 6:04AM1.46m | 6:29PM1.58m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 9:21AM0.24m | 9:33PM0.30m | 9:49AM0.16m | 10:04PM0.24m | 10:17AM0.10m | 10:33PM0.20m | 10:44AM0.07m | 11:03PM0.18m | 11:11AM0.06m | 11:34PM0.18m | 11:39AM0.09m | 00:06AM0.21m | 12:10PM0.15m | 00:42AM0.26m | |||||||
7:16 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | |
— | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:38 | — | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:40 | — | — | 5:40 | — | |
mm | 2 | 2 | 1 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 16 | 18 | 23 | 21 | 24 | 27 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 17 |
Feels °C | 10 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 14 | 18 | 16 | 21 | 25 | 13 | 15 | 15 | 18 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | E 9 | SW 11 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 14 |
3135 | 2541 | 1970 | 1387 | 1347 | 1327 | 1110 | 1011 | 919 | 600 | 392 | 244 | 678 | 128 | 893 | 544 | 486 | 320 | 609 | 473 | 1977 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 9 | — | — | — | SSW 15 | ESE 8 | ESE 9 | — | — | — | — | SW 18 | SW 12 | SW 15 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 |
14 | — | — | — | 627 | 250 | 380 | — | — | — | — | 12 | 161 | 75 | 290 | 380 | 488 | 278 | 235 | 235 | 202 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 16 | S 11 | S 10 | S 10 | S 9 | SW 14 | SW 19 | SW 16 | SE 13 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 65 | 9 | 18 | 8 | 7 | 211 | 56 | 437 | 7 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 8 | SE 8 | ESE 6 | ESE 7 | ESE 8 | — | — | ESE 9 | E 10 | E 9 | E 7 | E 8 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | — | — | W 5 | WSW 5 | WSW 5 | — |
362 | 403 | 216 | 346 | 481 | — | — | 451 | 518 | 651 | 578 | 829 | 1003 | 766 | 1372 | — | — | 62 | 34 | 14 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 190 | 190 | 172 | 175 | 190 | 4 | 43 | 366 | 133 | 164 | 175 | 133 | 4 | 133 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
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Information about the Hullets Reef Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Hullets Reef provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Hullets Reef can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Hullets 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 (Hullets 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 Hullets 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.
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