
Surf Forecasts:
Kirra surf forecast from 22 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 25 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 10s period, S swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 25 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 10s period, S swell with 770 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 24 Jul, 4PM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 7s period with SSE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Kirra this week:
The surf forecast for Kirra over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 24) at 4PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.0m and 7s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 9s. Another secondary swell of 0.5m and 8s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Kirra in the next 16 days are 1.9m 10s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 25) at 7AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.6m 6s period and expected on Friday (Jul 24) at 1PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 4PM (Fri 24th Jul) | 6.5ft (2.0m) 7s |
| Best Surf | 7AM (Sat 25th Jul) | 6ft (1.9m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 7AM (Sat 25th Jul) | 6ft (1.9m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Kirra over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get into it.
The week ahead is a bit of a mixed bag, but there’s a couple of moments worth paddling out for. We’ve got a decent run of clean conditions early on, then a lull, before a bigger pulse of energy shows up in the second week that could be the real highlight.
Wednesday 22 July is where we kick things off. Kirra’s seeing a modest 4ft to 5ft east swell, with a period of 10 seconds and combined energy of 462 (moderate). The real beauty here is the wind – glassy, with a light SSE breeze. It’s a point break setup, so that long-period groundswell will wrap in nicely, offering some shape. Water temp is sitting at 69°, which is pretty much spot on for this time of year. The swell is small enough for intermediates, and the clean conditions will make it a fun session. Crowds are possible here, so keep an eye out.
Wednesday afternoon stays clean with a glassy NNE breeze, but the swell drops a touch to 4ft from the ENE, energy still decent at 366. Worth a look if you’re free.
Thursday 23 July is glassy again in the morning with zero wind, but the swell is down to 4ft, period 8 seconds, energy 231. The quality is dropping off though, and the afternoon sees a cross-off breeze with a similar small swell. Not a standout.
Friday 24 July sees a shift. The morning is clean with a 12 mph offshore from the south, but the swell is tiny at 3ft, energy down to 98. The afternoon picks up a bit with a 6ft SSE swell, period 7 seconds, energy 374, but the wind is a strong 16 mph offshore. That’s a lot of wind, so the surface will be lumpy, and the short period means the waves will be a bit crumbly. Not ideal.
Saturday 25 July morning is glassy and clear, with a 5ft SSE swell, period 9 seconds, energy 740. That’s moderate energy, and the conditions are clean. This could be a fun one for the intermediate crew, but the swell direction is from the SSE, which isn’t Kirra’s optimum from the SE, so it might not be as lined up. Afternoon sees a cross-on breeze and a tiny 2ft swell with a very long 14-second period, but it’s just too small and messy.
Sunday 26 July through to Friday 31 July is a bit of a dry spell. The swell is small, mostly under 3ft, and the energy is weak (under 200). The wind is generally offshore or clean, but there’s just not enough push. The water is clear, but you’ll be scratching for waves. This gap runs for about six days.
Saturday 1 August and Sunday 2 August offer a tiny bump in energy (137 to 150) but the swell is still less than 3ft, and the wind is light cross-shore or onshore. Not worth the paddle.
Monday 3 August to Tuesday 4 August sees the swell stay small, and the wind turns onshore from the north. No good.
Wednesday 5 August is interesting. The morning brings a 4ft swell from the SE, with a *very* long 15-second period, and energy jumping to 949 (strong). Wind is light cross-shore, but the wave comment says “marginal.” The afternoon is similar but with a cross-on breeze. This is a promise of what’s coming.
The standouts for the whole period are actually on Wednesday 5 August (morning) and the best of the bunch is Thursday 6 August.
Thursday 6 August is the clear winner. Kirra will see a 4ft SE swell in the morning, with a 14-second period and energy at 1148 (strong). The wind is glassy. That’s a proper groundswell, with a direction that matches the optimum SE direction. The waves will be well-shaped, clean, and have some punch. By the afternoon, the swell jumps to 7ft from the SSE, period 10 seconds, energy 1226. That’s strong energy, and it’s still glassy. This is too big for beginners, but for the experienced crew, this is a solid day. The point break at Kirra will handle that long-period energy well, giving good lines. With the optimum swell direction and glassy wind, this is the day to clear your schedule. Crowds are possible, but for a session like that, it’s worth it.
The morning of Wednesday 5 August is also a good call, with that 4ft SE groundswell and light cross-shore wind, but it’s not as clean as Thursday.
So, to wrap it up: the first few days have some small, clean waves, then a long quiet spell, but the real action is on Thursday 6 August – that’s the one to circle on the calendar. The earlier part of the second week also has some promise, but it’s less certain this far out.
Rusty out.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 19°C on Thu morning, min 13°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Mon morning, min 13°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Wed 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | ||||||||||||||
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) | ENE 9 | ENE 10 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | ENE 8 | SSE 7 | SSE 7 | SSE 9 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 8 | S 8 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
197 | 179 | 205 | 161 | 134 | 85 | 360 | 284 | 418 | 300 | 214 | 169 | 132 | 198 | 157 | 150 | 118 | 82 | 75 | 33 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | cross | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | off | cross-on | cross | glassy | cross | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | glassy |
High Tide | 1:55AM1.16m | 3:34PM1.43m | 3:01AM1.08m | 4:37PM1.50m | 4:18AM1.05m | 5:32PM1.59m | 5:28AM1.06m | 6:20PM1.68m | 6:26AM1.10m | 7:02PM1.75m | 7:15AM1.15m | 7:40PM1.80m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 8:39PM0.79m | 8:25AM0.50m | 10:06PM0.79m | 9:22AM0.50m | 11:21PM0.74m | 10:20AM0.49m | 00:20AM0.66m | 11:16AM0.46m | 1:06AM0.57m | 12:06PM0.43m | 1:46AM0.49m | 12:51PM0.41m | 2:22AM0.43m | |||||||
— | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | |
5:09 | — | — | 5:10 | — | — | 5:10 | — | — | 5:12 | — | — | 5:12 | — | — | 5:13 | — | — | 5:13 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 |
Temp °C | 18 | 18 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 15 | 18 | 17 | 16 | 18 | 17 | 16 |
Feels °C | 18 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 12 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 14 | 16 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 16 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 9 | ENE 10 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | ENE 8 | E 9 | E 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 8 | S 8 |
197 | 179 | 205 | 161 | 134 | 85 | 59 | 87 | 418 | 300 | 214 | 169 | 132 | 198 | 157 | 150 | 118 | 82 | 75 | 33 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 8 | E 9 | SSE 10 | SSE 9 | S 10 | E 12 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | SE 15 | SE 14 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ESE 12 | ESE 12 | ESE 12 | ESE 12 | ESE 11 | ENE 4 |
151 | 151 | 18 | 9 | 8 | 11 | 35 | 26 | 309 | 151 | 29 | 20 | 18 | 10 | 30 | 30 | 27 | 26 | 12 | 5 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | E 12 | SE 9 | SE 8 | SE 8 | NE 9 | NE 8 | E 9 | E 9 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | SSE 14 | NE 7 | ENE 7 | E 7 | ENE 7 | E 7 | E 7 | ESE 11 |
18 | 18 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 59 | 79 | 14 | 6 | 38 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 12 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | SSE 5 | SSE 7 | SSE 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | SSW 2 | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | 35 | 360 | 284 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 41 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 83 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 59 |
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Information about the Kirra Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Kirra provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Kirra can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Kirra 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 (Kirra) 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 Kirra 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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