Leggy Point Surf Break

Lat Long: 32.99° S 151.73° E

Leggy Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 pm 12 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Leggy Point sea temperature is
18.2°C
0.4° 

Leggy Point surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Leggy Point surf forecast from 12 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 16 Sep, 7AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 9s period, S swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 17 Sep, 4AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 10s period, S swell with 2,642 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 16 Sep, 7AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 9s period with S swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Leggy Point this week:

The surf forecast for Leggy Point over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 16) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 14s. Another secondary swell of 0.1m and 15s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Leggy Point in the next 16 days are 3.5m 10s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Sep 17) at 4AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 5s period and expected on Tuesday (Sep 15) at 10PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 7AM (Wed 16th Sep)10ft (3.0m) 9s
Best Surf 7AM (Wed 16th Sep)10ft (3.0m) 9s
Most Powerful 4AM (Thu 17th Sep)11ft (3.5m) 10s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Leggy Point over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

G'day, Rusty here. Look, I'll be straight with you—Leggy Point’s been a bit of a mixed bag for the next couple of weeks, but there's a couple of windows worth getting excited about if you're keen. The water temp is sitting about average for this time of year, so no nasty surprises there.

We kick off Sunday the 13th with a small, grovelly 3ft swell from the SSE with a period of 9 seconds. The energy's moderate at 206, but the onshore wind from the NNE at 6 mph and then cranking to 22 mph in the arvo with 3ft S swell makes it pretty ordinary. Honestly, the whole Sunday to Tuesday period is flat or poor—tiny waves, messy wind, and scores reflect that. We then hit a dry spell with nothing worth paddling out for until Wednesday the 16th.

Now here’s where it gets big. Wednesday the 16th morning sees a solid 10ft swell from the south, period 9 seconds, and the energy is pumping hard at 1594. But mate, that’s too big for this place—it's a beach and reef setup and 10ft+ is expert-only territory. Wind is a strong cross-offshore from the SSW at 25 mph, so it’ll be clean but charging. Thursday the 17th is even bigger at 10ft from the SSE, period 10 seconds, and energy up at 1951. Winds go offshore from the SW at 16 mph in the morning, which is a dream for the few who can handle it. Still, unless you’re a seasoned charger, sit this one out. It’s a shame because the offshore wind is making it look clean, but the size is just too much for Leggy Point.

We settle down through the end of September into early October. Friday the 18th morning offers a smaller 4ft S swell with 8-second period and light cross-shore wind, but the energy is moderate at 416. It’s only just surfable, nothing to write home about. Saturday the 21st is pretty flat again. The standout for the average punter comes on Thursday morning the 24th of September—wait, that’s past the first week. Actually, the real highlight looks to be Wednesday the 25th of September morning, which is over a week away. That morning we get a glassy 2ft from the SSE with a period of 9 seconds, light wind from the WNW at 3 mph, and energy at 120. It’s small, but glassy conditions will make it clean and fun on a log or a fish. The swell direction is SSE, which isn’t perfect for the optimum SE, but the lack of wind makes up for it.

The last notable window is Monday the 28th of September morning, a solid 7ft S swell, 9-second period, energy strong at 1307. Wind is light cross-shore from the ESE at 6 mph, so it’s manageable. But it’s only a 3 out of 10 for conditions—marginal due to tide or shape, so not a full green light.

Bottom line: the best bet for the average surfer is the glassy morning on Wednesday the 25th of September, if you can wait that long. The rest is either too big, too windy, or too flat. Leggy Point is inconsistent at the best of times, so this blank run is pretty normal for the area.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Mon morning, min 13°C on Sat night). Mainly fresh winds.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 7mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Warm (max 20°C on Fri morning, min 8°C on Wed night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the SSW on Wed morning, light winds from the WNW by Thu night).

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Period (s)
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11
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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115
143
102
132
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126
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15
275
1586
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2590
1941
1463
713
241
151
389
Wind (km/h)
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NNE
35
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N
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S
20
SSE
35
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SSW
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NW
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High Tide
9:33AM1.54m
9:47PM1.46m
10:10AM1.53m
10:25PM1.32m
10:48AM1.50m
11:03PM1.19m
11:27AM1.46m
11:44PM1.07m
12:11PM1.41m
00:35AM0.98m
1:02PM1.36m
1:45AM0.92m
Low Tide
3:21AM0.17m
3:43PM0.24m
3:53AM0.24m
4:26PM0.31m
4:24AM0.32m
5:12PM0.39m
4:55AM0.41m
6:01PM0.48m
5:28AM0.51m
6:59PM0.55m
6:08AM0.59m
8:08PM0.59m
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Information about the Leggy Point Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Leggy Point provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Leggy Point can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Leggy Point 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 (Leggy Point) 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 Leggy Point 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.

Are you planning a holiday in Newcastle? If you are looking for accommodation near Leggy Point, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in Newcastle, consider staying in Newcastle which is 9 km (6 miles) away. Other places in and around Newcastle where you can find information about places to rent, and car hire include Catherine Hill Bay which is 22 km (14 miles) away, Cessnock, Port Stephens and Central Coast.

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