
Surf Forecasts:
Langs beach surf forecast from 5 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 12 Aug, 3PM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 7s period, N swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 10 Aug, 6AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 8s period, NNW swell with 416 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 12 Aug, 9AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 8s period with NNE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Langs beach this week:
The surf forecast for Langs beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 9AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.6m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 12s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Langs beach in the next 16 days are 1.9m 8s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 10) at 6AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 3s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 05) at 9PM.
| Wave Type | Time (NZST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 9AM (Wed 12th Aug) | 5ft (1.6m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 3PM (Wed 12th Aug) | 6ft (1.8m) 7s |
| Most Powerful | 6AM (Mon 10th Aug) | 6ft (1.9m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Langs beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, Rusty here. Let’s cut to it—this stretch of coast is looking pretty average for the next couple of weeks. We’ve got a few windows where it might be worth getting wet, but don’t go clearing your calendar.
The first real chance to paddle out is Monday, August 10th. The swell is up to 6ft, but it’s coming from the north, which is a bit off for Langs beach. The energy is moderate (382), but the winds are glassy in the morning and light cross-off in the arvo, so it should be clean. It’s not epic, but it’s the best we’ve seen so far. The water temp is 60°, which is about normal for this time of year, so a decent wetsuit is your friend.
Tuesday the 11th sees similar size, 6ft from the NNE, but the easterly cross-shore breeze messes it up. It’ll be lumpy and cross-chop, so I’d give it a miss unless you’re desperate.
Wednesday the 12th is a better bet. Swell drops slightly to 4ft from the NNE, and we get a clean cross-off breeze in the morning. The energy is still moderate (283). It’s not going to be a day of barrels, but it’ll be fun, clean, and you won’t be fighting the wind. Thursday the 13th is also worth a look—4ft from the NE with glassy conditions in the morning. Definitely the pick of the first week.
Now, the second week. After the 13th, things get a bit messy. The swell stays around 4ft from the NE, but the winds are all over the place. Friday the 14th has a moderate cross-off breeze, but the energy drops off. Saturday the 15th has a light cross-onshore, which will put a bit of chop on it. The 16th has rain showers and a moderate cross-off, but it’s still nothing special.
The forecast gets quieter after that. From the 17th onwards, we’re looking at smaller swell, 3ft or less, with onshore or cross-shore winds. The 19th and 20th have offshore winds and clean conditions, but the waves are tiny—1ft to 2ft. It’s a long way from good.
So, the standout is Monday the 10th for the size, but for the best combination of clean waves and decent conditions, I’d point you to Wednesday the 12th and Thursday the 13th. They’re the true standouts. The rest is just watching the horizon.
Langs beach is a beginner-friendly spot, and with the bigger swells around 6ft, it might be a bit much for the learners. Over 8ft and it’s expert-only, but we’re not seeing that. The period is mostly in the 8-9 second range, which is a bit short, and the north swell direction isn't ideal for this break. It’s not going to be firing on all cylinders.
There’s a real gap in the middle of the second week with nothing worth chasing. But it tends not to stay poor for long around here, and the forecasts can change, so keep an eye on it.
That’s the picture. Stay stoked.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 11°C on Wed afternoon, min 7°C on Wed morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 11mm), heaviest on Sun night. Very mild (max 16°C on Mon afternoon, min 9°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | |||||||||||||||
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) | ENE 12 | SE 7 | SE 6 | ESE 6 | ESE 6 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | NE 15 | NE 16 | NE 14 | N 5 | N 6 | N 7 | N 7 | N 8 | N 8 | N 8 | N 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
14 | 43 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 15 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 10 | 7 | 63 | 164 | 193 | 294 | 346 | 198 | 138 | 196 | 238 | 215 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | off | cross-off | off | glassy | cross-off | glassy | glassy | glassy | glassy | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 11:45AM1.99m | 00:02AM2.07m | 12:36PM1.98m | 00:53AM2.03m | 1:32PM1.98m | 1:50AM2.00m | 2:33PM1.99m | 2:52AM1.98m | 3:37PM2.03m | 3:57AM1.99m | 4:41PM2.10m | 5:01AM2.03m | 5:42PM2.19m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 6:03PM0.40m | 6:34AM0.29m | 6:54PM0.44m | 7:25AM0.30m | 7:52PM0.47m | 8:23AM0.31m | 8:56PM0.48m | 9:25AM0.29m | 10:04PM0.46m | 10:30AM0.25m | 11:11PM0.40m | 11:33AM0.19m | 00:14AM0.31m | ||||||||
7:15 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | 7:09 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | |
— | 5:39 | — | — | 5:40 | — | — | 5:42 | — | — | 5:43 | — | — | 5:44 | — | — | 5:44 | — | — | 5:45 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 4 | — | 2 | 2 | — | 2 | 1 |
Temp °C | 10 | 11 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 18 | 17 | 16 |
Feels °C | 4 | 6 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 15 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 12 | ENE 9 | SE 6 | ESE 6 | ESE 6 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | NE 13 | NE 14 | NE 13 | NE 12 | N 8 | N 8 | N 8 | NE 12 | NE 11 | NNE 8 |
14 | 8 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 15 | 9 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 187 | 198 | 138 | 5 | 5 | 215 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 9 | NE 12 | NE 11 | NE 11 | NE 11 | NE 11 | NE 10 | NE 10 | NE 15 | NE 16 | NE 14 | E 8 | E 8 | E 13 | E 12 | ENE 12 | ENE 12 | NE 12 | N 14 | N 13 | E 11 |
8 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 10 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 15 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 2 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 16 | N 12 | NE 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | NE 16 | NE 16 | NE 10 | N 13 | N 12 | — | — | N 12 | — | E 11 | — | — | — | — | — |
10 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | — | — | 3 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 5 | SE 7 | S 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 3 | N 5 | N 6 | N 7 | N 7 | N 8 | — | — | N 8 | NNE 8 | — |
61 | 43 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 63 | 164 | 193 | 294 | 346 | — | — | 196 | 238 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 114 | 0 | 66 | 66 | 100 | 69 | 69 | 79 | 69 | 69 | 93 | 89 | 182 | 398 | 36 | 5 | 37 | 69 | 69 | 93 | 5 |
Best forecast wave conditions in Northland | |||||||||||||||||||||
Best forecast wave conditions in New Zealand | |||||||||||||||||||||
Header Global | |||||||||||||||||||||
- Map Icons:
Break
Live Wave Height (m)
Live Wind Speed (km/h)
Surf Rating (10 Max)
Ocean Swells (m)
Wind Speed (km/h)
Latest Updates
Information about the Langs beach Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Langs beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Langs beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Langs beach 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 (Langs beach) 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 Langs beach 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.
Langs beach is 41 km (25 miles) from the city of Whangarei. If you plan a holiday in Northland, look for hotels and other accommodation in Whangarei. Whangarei has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.











