
Surf Forecasts:
Junkyards surf forecast from 18 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Monday 20 Jul, 3AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 7s period, SW swell with 121 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Junkyards this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Junkyards in the next 16 days are 1.1m 7s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 20) at 3AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 10s period and expected on Thursday (Jul 23) at 6AM.
| Wave Type | Time (JST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 3AM (Mon 20th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Junkyards over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s take a look at what’s on offer for the next couple of weeks.
Honestly, it’s a pretty bleak stretch ahead. We’re looking at a solid 16-day window, but the first week and a half is pretty much a write-off for any decent surf. The first real swell of interest doesn’t show up until the 27th of July, so we’ve got a long gap of flat, weak, or just plain ugly conditions to sit through.
The only spot on the menu is Junkyards, a reef break that’s fairly consistent but needs the right direction. The optimum swell direction is from the SW, but what we’re getting for most of the period is either small, short-period slop or onshore junk. Until the 27th, the swell heights barely tickle 3 ft, with periods mostly under 8 seconds. The combined energy is weak, barely cracking 100 (110 is the best early on, but the quality is poor). The wind is mostly onshore or cross-onshore, keeping things choppy and messy. Not worth paddling out for.
It’s not until Monday the 27th of July morning that we see a pulse of proper energy. A 3 ft swell from the SE with a very long period of 14 seconds rolls in, and the combined energy jumps to 268 (moderate). The wind is a clean cross-offshore from the NNE at 15 mph, so the lineup should be clean. This is the standout. The long period means the reef break at Junkyards should start to shape up nicely, with proper lines and plenty of push. The 14-second period is a groundswell, so expect longer waits between sets but way more power when they come. This is for the experienced crew; the waves will have some punch.
After that, the window quickly closes. By the 28th, the swell drops right off, and we’re back to tiny, weak energy. Then the 29th and 30th of July bring a gale, with severe onshore winds from the WNW that are going to completely blow out any chance of a wave. The swell on the 30th hits 5.6 ft, but with a 6-second period and gale-force cross-onshore wind, that’s nothing but a washing machine. The water is sitting at 81.3°, which is a bit colder than normal for this time of year, so you might want a thin spring suit if you’re holding out for that 27th.
So, to sum it up: the one and only shot you’ve got is Monday the 27th of July morning at Junkyards. It’s a clean, offshore morning with a long-period groundswell from the SE. If you can’t make that day, the rest of the forecast is a story of waiting for the next proper system.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 30°C on Sun morning, min 27°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 29°C on Wed morning, min 26°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 7 | SW 8 | SW 8 | SW 8 | SW 8 | SW 8 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 6 | SW 6 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SSE 10 | SSE 9 | SW 7 | SW 7 |
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64 | 63 | 77 | 69 | 75 | 82 | 64 | 89 | 59 | 59 | 36 | 16 | 15 | 19 | 8 | 13 | 8 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 8 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | glassy | glassy | glassy | off | cross-off | off |
High Tide | 9:32AM2.11m | 10:23PM2.04m | 10:17AM1.97m | 10:58PM1.99m | 11:06AM1.81m | 11:36PM1.93m | 12:03PM1.64m | 00:16AM1.86m | 1:20PM1.50m | 1:05AM1.79m | 3:13PM1.44m | 2:07AM1.74m | 5:07PM1.50m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 4:02PM0.33m | 4:25AM0.73m | 4:39PM0.51m | 5:13AM0.73m | 5:16PM0.71m | 6:06AM0.76m | 5:55PM0.91m | 7:09AM0.79m | 6:40PM1.09m | 8:26AM0.79m | 7:46PM1.24m | 9:49AM0.75m | 9:28PM1.33m | ||||||||
5:46 | — | — | 5:47 | — | — | 5:47 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | |
— | 7:22 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:21 | — | — | 7:21 | — | — | 7:20 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 28 | 29 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 27 |
Feels °C | 32 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 34 | 34 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 31 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 8 | W 7 | SW 8 | SW 8 | SW 8 | SW 8 | W 8 | W 7 | E 10 | E 9 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 6 | SW 6 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | E 10 | ENE 10 | E 10 | E 10 |
37 | 25 | 77 | 69 | 75 | 82 | 19 | 15 | 29 | 27 | 36 | 16 | 15 | 19 | 8 | 35 | 33 | 50 | 32 | 48 | 30 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 8 | E 9 | W 7 | W 8 | W 7 | W 7 | E 9 | E 9 | W 7 | W 7 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | ENE 11 | SW 7 | SW 7 | WSW 6 | SSE 9 | SW 7 | SW 7 |
11 | 16 | 15 | 40 | 25 | 14 | 15 | 28 | 8 | 9 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 13 | 8 | 3 | 8 | 8 | 8 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 10 | SE 8 | E 10 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 8 | S 7 | W 7 | W 6 | W 6 | S 7 | ENE 8 | S 7 | ESE 10 | SSE 10 | S 7 | SSE 9 | S 7 |
16 | 11 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 8 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 13 | 4 | 10 | 10 | 4 | 8 | 4 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 7 | SW 8 | — | — | — | — | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ENE 3 | ENE 3 |
64 | 63 | — | — | — | — | 64 | 89 | 59 | 59 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 77 | 77 | 4 | 11 | 36 | 77 | 77 | 609 | 64 | 26 | 690 | 26 | 26 | 31 | 26 | 16 | 31 | 16 | 707 | 793 | 659 |
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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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