Iluka-North Wall Surf Break

Lat Long: 29.41° S 153.37° E

Iluka-North Wall Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 pm 23 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Iluka-North Wall sea temperature is
19.9° C
0.6° 

Iluka-North Wall surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Iluka-North Wall surf forecast from 23 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 25 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 16s period, SSE swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 25 Jul, 1PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 14s period, SSE swell with 920 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 24 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 8s period with E swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Iluka-North Wall this week:

The surf forecast for Iluka-North Wall over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 24) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 8s. Another secondary swell of 0.2m and 5s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Iluka-North Wall in the next 16 days are 1.6m 14s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 25) at 1PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.1m 5s period and expected on Friday (Jul 31) at 4AM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 1AM (Fri 24th Jul)3ft (0.9m) 8s
Best Surf 7AM (Sat 25th Jul)4.5ft (1.3m) 16s
Most Powerful 1PM (Sat 25th Jul)5ft (1.6m) 14s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Iluka-North Wall over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, let's get into it. The next couple of weeks look like a real mixed bag for us at Iluka-North Wall (breakwater). We’ve got a fair bit of waiting ahead, but there’s a glimmer of something special if you’re patient.

The water temperature here is sitting at 68°, which is about 1° cooler than what we’d expect for this time of year. Pretty standard stuff, no need for a thick steamer yet.

The first few days are a write-off. Thursday afternoon, we’ve got a weak 3ft easterly swell with a short 8-second period and a light cross-onshore breeze. The energy is next to nothing, and the conditions are just poor. Friday is even worse – a bit more size but the wind is howling from the south, messing up the surface completely. We’re looking at a solid gap of no-go days here.

The first real chance to paddle out comes on Saturday, July 25th in the morning. That’s our first standout. The wind will be light offshore from the west, grooming a 4ft SSE swell. Now, this swell has a proper long period of 14 seconds, which is a groundswell, so it’s got some real grunt. The energy is strong, and the conditions are described as clean. For a breakwater, that long period should wrap in nicely. Just keep in mind, it’s a beginner-friendly spot, but the wait between sets will be longer. This is the best you’ll see for a while.

After that, Sunday morning, July 26th, offers a smaller, cleaner option with a 3ft SSE swell and glassy cross-offshore wind, but it’s not the same quality. The week that follows is mostly small and messy, with onshore winds and very ordinary conditions.

Looking further ahead, we get a massive pulse of swell starting around the end of July and into August. The 31st of July and 1st of August bring some serious size, 8ft to 10ft, but it’s all wind-affected, short-period stuff from the south with cross-shore winds. The energy is getting up there, but it’s choppy and lumpy. This is big, messy, and for experts only, and even then, the wind is just not cooperating.

The real long-range promise is Thursday, August 7th in the morning. The forecast shows a 10ft SE groundswell with a very long 13-second period, and a light cross-offshore breeze from the WSW. The energy is massive, and the call is for excellent conditions for experienced surfers. This is a heavy, powerful swell for a breakwater, so it’s definitely not for the faint of heart. This is a big, clean, powerful day for the crew who know what they’re doing. It’s a long way out, so keep an eye on it, but it’s the one to circle on the calendar.

Rusty out.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Sun morning, min 10°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Very mild (max 18°C on Tue morning, min 12°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Friday
24
Saturday
25
Sunday
26
Monday
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Tuesday
28
Wednesday
29
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1
0
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2
4
1
2
2
1
2
2
0
1
1
0
0
1
0
0
Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
0.9
E
8
1.4
SSE
6
1.6
S
8
1.6
SSE
9
1.4
SSE
15
1.5
SSE
13
1.2
SSE
11
0.8
SSE
12
1.2
SSE
13
1.1
SSE
11
1
SSE
9
0.9
SSE
9
0.9
SSE
9
0.9
SSE
9
0.9
SSE
9
0.6
S
8
0.5
S
9
0.3
SSE
16
0.8
S
5
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
105
150
300
406
811
721
308
161
447
280
185
156
140
140
108
44
39
51
34
Wind (km/h)
10
WSW
25
S
20
SSE
10
SW
5
WNW
15
NE
5
WSW
10
WSW
10
E
10
SW
10
SW
10
SSE
5
SW
10
SW
5
E
10
WSW
15
SSW
25
SSE
15
S
Wind State
cross-off
cross
cross
cross-off
off
cross-on
cross-off
cross-off
on
cross-off
cross-off
cross-on
cross-off
cross-off
on
off
cross-off
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cross-off
High Tide
3:54AM1.02m
4:59PM1.40m
4:58AM1.00m
5:50PM1.46m
5:54AM1.01m
6:35PM1.51m
6:41AM1.04m
7:15PM1.55m
7:23AM1.08m
7:52PM1.59m
8:01AM1.13m
8:27PM1.61m
Low Tide
10:41PM0.73m
9:47AM0.57m
11:49PM0.70m
10:40AM0.56m
00:41AM0.65m
11:32AM0.53m
1:23AM0.61m
12:19PM0.50m
2:00AM0.56m
1:03PM0.46m
2:33AM0.52m
1:43PM0.43m
3:05AM0.48m
clear
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clear
rain showers
clear
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6:35
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6:35
6:33
6:33
6:33
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5:08
5:09
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5:10
5:12
5:12
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2
1
4
Temp °C
16
15
15
14
16
16
15
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Feels °C
15
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14
13
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Information about the Iluka-North Wall Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Iluka-North Wall provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Iluka-North Wall can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Iluka-North Wall 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 (Iluka-North Wall) 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 Iluka-North Wall 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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