Leggy Point Surf Break

Lat Long: 32.99° S 151.73° E

Leggy Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 3 pm 09 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Leggy Point sea temperature is
18.7° C
0.2° 

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 9 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 15 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 8s period, SSE swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 16 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 18ft (5.5m), 11s period, SSE swell with 6,763 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 9 Jul, 7PM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 10s period with SE 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 Thursday (Jul 09) at 7PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.9m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 17s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Leggy Point in the next 16 days are 5.5m 11s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 16) at 10PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.4m 6s period and expected on Wednesday (Jul 15) at 1PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 7PM (Thu 9th Jul)6ft (1.9m) 10s
Best Surf10PM (Wed 15th Jul)11ft (3.5m) 8s
Most Powerful10PM (Thu 16th Jul)18ft (5.5m) 11s

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


Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for Leggy Point.

We’ve got a pretty solid run of surf kicking off right now, but it’s not all smooth sailing. The opening days are the real deal, with a clean, punchy swell that’s looking excellent. There’s a shift coming, though, and after a few days of small, messy conditions, we’re looking at a massive pulse of energy. That big swell is going to be way too much for this spot, so it’s a case of picking your windows carefully.

The best of the best is right at the start. Thursday morning, July 9th, is your standout. We’ve got a 7 ft swell rolling in from the SE, with a solid 10-second period. The combined energy is moderate at 862, and with a light offshore wind from the WSW, it’s going to be clean. The water is sitting at 66°, which is pretty much average for this time of year. This is the session to aim for.

Thursday afternoon (July 9th) is still very good, with the swell dropping to 6 ft, but the wind goes light cross-off, keeping it clean. The wave energy is still moderate at 633. Friday morning and afternoon (July 10th) follow the same pattern – 6 ft SE swell, cross-off winds, and clean conditions. The energy is between 527 and 588. It’s all good surf.

Then things fall apart. Saturday morning (July 11th) drops to 3 ft from the ESE with a longer 12-second period, but the wind goes cross, and the energy drops to 419. The quality is marginal. Saturday afternoon is worse – 3 ft with a cross-shore breeze and poor conditions. Sunday through Tuesday (July 12th-14th) is a write-off, with tiny swell down to 2 ft and strong cross-off winds. There’s a gap of about four days with no real surf on offer.

The energy comes back in a big way, but it’s a problem. From Wednesday, July 15th, the swell starts to build, but it’s accompanied by howling winds. By Thursday, July 16th, we’re looking at a massive 16 ft to 18 ft SSE swell, with a combined energy of 5427 to 7634 – that’s very strong energy. The winds are strong cross-shore, making it a mess. This trend continues through Friday and Saturday (July 17th-18th), with 15 ft to 16 ft swell and lumpy cross-chop. The finder notes say the wind and tide are favorable, but the swell is predicted to be too big for this break. This is expert-only territory, and honestly, with the wind and size, it’s looking more like a kite surfing setup than a paddle session.

Sunday, July 19th, the swell drops to 10 ft, but it’s still cross-shore and lumpy. Things finally improve on Monday, July 20th. The swell is down to a manageable 5 ft from the SE, and the wind goes glassy. That’s a great window, with clean waves and a combined energy of 694. Tuesday (July 21st) is back to small, cross-shore junk at 4 ft.

Looking into the second week (July 22nd-24th), we’re seeing another big pulse. Wednesday, July 22nd, sees a 13 ft SSE swell, but it’s too big and the wind is strong cross-off. Thursday, July 23rd, has a 10 ft ESE swell with strong offshore winds, but it’s still too big for Leggy. Friday, July 24th, shows a drop to 7 ft from the ESE, but it’s cross-shore and marginal. That’s a promising one for the long-range, but it’s a bit uncertain.

Alright, that’s the story. Make the most of that Thursday and Friday window, and give the big stuff a miss.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 10mm), heaviest on Thu night. Very mild (max 18°C on Sat afternoon, min 11°C on Fri night). Winds increasing (calm on Thu afternoon, fresh winds from the WNW by Sun morning).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Heavy rain (total 26mm), heaviest during Tue night. Very mild (max 17°C on Sun afternoon, min 8°C on Sun night). Winds increasing (light winds from the NW on Mon morning, strong winds from the S by Wed morning).

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Energy kJ
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High Tide
3:48AM1.18m
4:29PM1.62m
5:04AM1.16m
5:30PM1.73m
6:15AM1.19m
6:28PM1.83m
7:17AM1.23m
7:23PM1.91m
8:13AM1.29m
8:15PM1.95m
9:04AM1.33m
9:04PM1.94m
9:52AM1.37m
Low Tide
10:03PM0.52m
9:44AM0.45m
11:16PM0.43m
10:44AM0.44m
00:23AM0.32m
11:45AM0.42m
1:21AM0.22m
12:44PM0.39m
2:14AM0.14m
1:41PM0.37m
3:03AM0.09m
2:35PM0.36m
3:50AM0.09m
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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.

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