Surf Forecasts:
Lefthanders surf forecast from 23 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 27 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 13s period, SW swell with cross-shore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 26 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 20ft (6.0m), 14s period, WSW swell with 14,483 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 24 Jul, 5PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 12s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Lefthanders this week:
The surf forecast for Lefthanders over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 24) at 5PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.6m and 12s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 16s. Another secondary swell of 0.7m and 5s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Lefthanders in the next 16 days are 6.0m 14s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 26) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 4s period and expected on Friday (Jul 24) at 11AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AWST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5PM (Fri 24th Jul) | 5ft (1.6m) 12s |
| Best Surf | 11AM (Mon 27th Jul) | 13ft (4.0m) 13s |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Sun 26th Jul) | 20ft (6.0m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Lefthanders over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, I’m Rusty. Let’s talk about Lefthanders. This is a reef break that’s exposed to the swell and it’s very consistent, so it’s usually doing something. The water’s sitting at 66.6°F, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year – nothing crazy, but nice if you’re used to a bit of chill.
Right now, on Friday the 24th, we’ve got a solid SW swell running at 5.6ft to 5.2ft with a 12-second period. The wind is cross-offshore from the NNE, blowing around 9 to 12 mph, and the wave energy is moderate (950 to 918). It’s clean, but the conditions are marginal for the morning – tide might be a factor. The afternoon cleans up nicely with clear skies and a gentle breeze, and the surf is decent. This is a solid option for a beginner-friendly wave, but not a standout.
Saturday the 25th looks a bit messier. The swell holds around 3.9ft to 5.9ft from the SW, but the wind swings north and picks up to 16 mph, creating a cross-shore chop. The energy is moderate (1152 to 1065), but it’s not the cleanest. Not a day to get excited about.
Sunday the 26th is a write-off. A strong onshore wind from the W at 28 mph, with a big 13.1ft to 18.0ft swell from the W and WSW. The energy jumps to strong (2734 to 9277), but the wind is howling onshore, and the conditions are poor. This is more of a kite-surfing day than anything for a paddle board.
Monday the 27th brings a massive SW swell, 11.5ft to 13.1ft at 12 to 13 seconds, with cross-shore winds from the SSW and S around 12 to 16 mph. The energy is very strong (5600 to 3611), but the swell is predicted to be too big for this break. The wind and tide are favourable, but this is only for experts – anyone else should stay out of the water.
Tuesday the 28th is where things start to get interesting. The morning has a 9.8ft SW swell with a 14-second period, light offshore wind from the east at 6 mph, and it’s clean. But the afternoon is the standout: the wind drops to glassy, 0 mph from the SW, and the swell holds at 8.2ft, also from the SW with a 14-second period. The energy is strong (3547), and the conditions are excellent for experienced surfers. This is one of the best windows in the whole 16-day run – glassy, clean, and a solid groundswell. The long period means the reef should handle it well, offering good shape. Crowds are often here, so expect company.
Wednesday the 29th stays good, with a 6.9ft to 8.2ft SW swell at 13 to 14 seconds, cross-offshore winds from the NE at 6 to 9 mph, and clean conditions. Energy is strong (3019 to 2447). Another quality day for experienced surfers, though not quite as pristine as Tuesday afternoon.
Thursday the 30th morning is glassy again, with a 7.5ft SW swell at a very long 15 seconds, and light ENE wind at 3 mph. The energy is very strong (3493), and it’s clean. The afternoon sees the wind shift to a cross-shore from the south at 9 mph, creating a slight chop, but the swell is still 6.9ft with a 14-second period. The morning is the pick here.
Friday the 31st brings a big increase: an 11.5ft SW swell with a 16-second period, cross-offshore wind from the NNE at 9 mph, and clean. The energy is very strong (6411). The afternoon gets even bigger, 14.8ft SW swell at 17 seconds, with a light cross-onshore from the NW. The wind and tide are favourable, but the swell is too big for Lefthanders – only experts should even think about it.
Saturday the 1st of August keeps the oversized trend: 9.8ft SW swell at 15 to 16 seconds, glassy in the morning with ENE wind at 3 mph, then a light cross-onshore in the afternoon. Again, too big for this break unless you’re seasoned.
Sunday the 2nd of August settles down to a more manageable 6.6ft to 8.2ft SW swell at
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Sun morning. Very mild (max 18°C on Sat night, min 13°C on Fri morning). Winds increasing (light winds from the NE on Fri night, strong winds from the NW by Sun morning). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Tue afternoon, min 11°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 13 | WSW 12 | W 9 | WSW 12 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 19 | SW 17 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 864 | 772 | 1162 | 980 | 501 | 443 | 2299 | 9277 | 12166 | 5600 | 3588 | 4155 | 3325 | 2647 | 2002 | 2405 | 1408 | 2208 | 2289 | 1754 | 4935 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-off | off | glassy | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | glassy | cross | off |
High Tide | 6:21AM0.96m | 6:59AM1.00m | 7:34AM1.04m | 8:09AM1.06m | 8:45AM1.06m | 9:21AM1.03m | |||||||||||||||
Low Tide | 4:37PM0.32m | 4:52PM0.31m | 5:06PM0.31m | 5:20PM0.32m | 5:34PM0.33m | 5:50PM0.35m | 6:06PM0.37m | ||||||||||||||
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 | 7:18 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — |
 | — | 5:34 | — | — | 5:35 | — | — | 5:35 | — | — | 5:36 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 14 | 15 | 14 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 15 |
Feels °C | 10 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 9 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 11 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 13 | WSW 12 | SW 15 | — | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 17 |
| kJ | 864 | 772 | 1162 | 980 | 501 | 443 | 435 | — | 12166 | 5600 | 3588 | 4155 | 3325 | 2647 | 2002 | 2405 | 1408 | 2208 | 2289 | 1754 | 4935 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 16 | W 16 | — | SW 17 | WSW 11 | SW 16 | — | — | — | — | SW 24 | WSW 23 | SW 21 | SW 19 | SW 17 | SW 18 | SW 16 | S 10 | SW 20 | SW 19 | — |
| kJ | 86 | 124 | — | 143 | 281 | 400 | — | — | — | — | 23 | 52 | 220 | 825 | 1290 | 614 | 1039 | 69 | 1111 | 1727 | — |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | SW 16 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SSE 8 | — | — | N 5 | WSW 22 | SSE 9 | S 9 | — |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | 219 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 75 | — | — | 11 | 308 | 86 | 59 | — |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 4 | N 5 | N 5 | N 4 | N 5 | NNW 6 | W 9 | WSW 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 5 | N 5 | — | SE 8 |
| kJ | 11 | 22 | 19 | 29 | 64 | 284 | 2299 | 9277 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 13 | 7 | — | 34 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 41 | 0 | 1 | 41 | 41 | 157 | 1688 | 1688 | 515 | 37 | 23 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
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