
Surf Forecasts:
Junkyards surf forecast from 21 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 29 Jul, 3AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 11s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 29 Jul, 3AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 11s period, S swell with 2,003 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 24 Jul, 9PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 7s period with SE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Junkyards this week:
The surf forecast for Junkyards over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 24) at 9PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 7s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 7s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Junkyards in the next 16 days are 3.0m 11s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 29) at 3AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 5s period and expected on Wednesday (Jul 29) at 12AM.
| Wave Type | Time (JST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 9PM (Fri 24th Jul) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 7s |
| Best Surf | 3AM (Wed 29th Jul) | 10ft (3.0m) 11s |
| Most Powerful | 3AM (Wed 29th Jul) | 10ft (3.0m) 11s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Junkyards over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, surfers. Rusty here, with the long-range look at Junkyards. We’ve got a classic tale of patience ahead: the first few days are flat, but there’s a big pulse of swell arriving later that could make the wait worth it.
Right now, it’s a quiet start. For the first couple of days, through Wednesday and Thursday, we’re looking at tiny, weak waves around 1 ft to 2 ft with a short period. The combined energy is just 17 to 8 (very weak), so it’s pretty much a write-off. The wind is light and variable, which would normally be great, but there’s no swell to work with, so the surface stays glassy but flat.
We go through a gap of a few days with no real surf on offer. Friday stays small with nothing worth paddling for. Then, finally, on Saturday the 25th of July, things pick up. The swell arrives from the SSE at around 4 ft to 5 ft, with a 10-second period. The combined energy jumps to 337–361 (moderate). It’s still not huge, but it’s clean with a light to gentle cross-off breeze. It’s a solid rebound for intermediate surfers looking to get wet.
Saturday the 26th holds some smaller waves, but by Monday the 27th we get another pulse from the South at 3 ft, with a period of 9 seconds. The energy is moderate (226), and the wind stays light cross-off in the morning. That morning session on Monday looks like the most dependable little window in the first week.
Now, here’s where it gets interesting. Hold on for Wednesday the 29th of July. The swell jumps to 10 ft from the South, with an 11-second period. The combined energy is a massive 2297 (strong). This is a proper groundswell. However, the wind on Wednesday afternoon turns fresh and cross-shore, which will chop things up. At 10 ft, this is getting into expert territory—definitely not for beginners.
That big swell continues into the end of July, but it gets messy with strong winds and heavy rain, so the quality drops right off. We see another gap with poor conditions through the 30th and 31st.
Then, on Saturday the 1st of August, a new long-period swell fills in from the SE at 13–14 seconds, but it’s paired with a fresh breeze, making things lumpy. The real standout, the one true highlight of this entire 16-day window, is Sunday morning, the 2nd of August. We see 6 ft of swell from the SE with a very long 14-second period, and the wind turns light offshore from the East. The combined energy is a potent 1221 (strong). The file says conditions are excellent for experienced surfers. This is the day. For a reef break like Junkyards, that long-period SE groundswell with gentle offshore wind is a dream combination. Snag that morning session.
Looking further out, there’s a massive pulse forecast for late in the period—over 20 ft with monster energy, but the wave comment warns the swell will be too big for this break, so only the most extreme chargers would even consider it.
Overall, don’t waste your energy this week. Save it for the early morning of Sunday the 2nd of August. That’s your best chance at clean, powerful waves.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 30°C on Wed afternoon, min 27°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummarySome drizzle, heaviest during Mon afternoon. Warm (max 30°C on Sat morning, min 27°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | ||||||||||||||
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 7 | SW 6 | SW 6 | SW 6 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SE 7 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 9 | S 8 | SSE 8 | S 10 | S 9 | S 9 | S 9 |
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22 | 14 | 14 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 79 | 312 | 351 | 254 | 173 | 115 | 188 | 160 | 158 | 157 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | glassy | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 00:16AM1.86m | 1:20PM1.50m | 1:05AM1.79m | 3:13PM1.44m | 2:07AM1.74m | 5:07PM1.50m | 3:20AM1.72m | 6:11PM1.60m | 4:25AM1.74m | 6:48PM1.70m | 5:17AM1.79m | 7:16PM1.79m | |||||||
Low Tide | 7:09AM0.79m | 6:40PM1.09m | 8:26AM0.79m | 7:46PM1.24m | 9:49AM0.75m | 9:28PM1.33m | 10:56AM0.66m | 11:01PM1.33m | 11:46AM0.56m | 11:59PM1.28m | 12:24PM0.47m | 00:37AM1.21m | |||||||
— | 5:48 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | |
7:22 | — | 7:21 | — | — | 7:21 | — | — | 7:20 | — | — | 7:20 | — | — | 7:19 | — | — | 7:19 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
Temp °C | 28 | 29 | 30 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 28 |
Feels °C | 33 | 34 | 35 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 33 | 32 | 31 | 32 | 31 | 31 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 7 | SW 6 | E 9 | ENE 11 | ENE 10 | E 10 | E 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | SE 7 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 9 | S 8 | SSE 8 | S 10 | S 9 | S 9 | S 9 |
22 | 14 | 25 | 24 | 35 | 52 | 50 | 33 | 32 | 79 | 312 | 351 | 254 | 173 | 115 | 188 | 160 | 158 | 157 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 9 | E 9 | SW 6 | ENE 8 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | E 9 | E 9 | SE 10 | SE 10 | SE 10 | SE 10 | SW 10 | SE 10 |
26 | 25 | 14 | 13 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 32 | 18 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 24 | 27 | 37 | 24 | 36 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 6 | W 6 | ENE 13 | SW 6 | ESE 10 | S 7 | SSE 10 | WSW 7 | S 7 | SE 16 | SSE 16 | SE 16 | SSE 15 | E 9 | SSW 8 | E 9 | SW 11 | SE 10 | SW 9 |
7 | 3 | 16 | 5 | 10 | 4 | 10 | 5 | 4 | 10 | 25 | 10 | 22 | 14 | 13 | 6 | 29 | 37 | 13 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | ESE 3 | — | ESE 3 | SE 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | E 3 |
— | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | 4 | 15 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 26 | 26 | 31 | 64 | 64 | 16 | 16 | 64 | 690 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
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Information about the Junkyards Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Junkyards provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Junkyards can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Junkyards 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 (Junkyards) 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 Junkyards 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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