Magna Tubes Surf Break

Lat Long: 34.03° S 24.93° E

Magna Tubes Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 7 pm 26 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Magna Tubes sea temperature is
17.9° C
1.2° 

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


Magna Tubes surf forecast from 26 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 2 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 8ft (2.4m), 16s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 27 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 16s period, SSW swell with 7,262 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 26 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 12s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Magna Tubes this week:

The surf forecast for Magna Tubes over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 26) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.8m and 12s period with a secondary swell of 1.0m and 14s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Magna Tubes in the next 16 days are 3.5m 16s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 27) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.0m 7s period and expected on Monday (Jul 27) at 11AM.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)11PM (Sun 26th Jul)6ft (1.8m) 12s
Best Surf11PM (Sun 2nd Aug)8ft (2.4m) 16s
Most Powerful11PM (Mon 27th Jul)11ft (3.5m) 16s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Magna Tubes over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a good look at what’s coming up for Magna Tubes over the next couple of weeks. It's a reef setup that needs a solid SW groundswell and light winds to really fire, and this forecast has a bit of everything—patchy at first, then some absolute gold for the crew who can handle it.

We're starting off a bit flat with a few meager windows from Monday the 27th of July. The swell energy isn't too bad with moderate to strong energy readings (1684 to 5520), but the wind and conditions aren't playing ball. Mostly onshore or cross-onshore breezes and some rain keep things messy. Monday afternoon shows a big 10ft SW groundswell with a very long 17-second period, but it's on a cross wind so it's not going to be clean. This one's just not worth it.

The pattern continues through the week—Tuesday 28th (8ft / 14-15s) and Wednesday 29th (7ft / 13s) are blown out with onshore or moderate cross-onshore winds. The combined energy drops to moderate levels (around 1500) but the poor wind kills any chance of a good wave. Thursday 30th sees a little reprieve with a lighter cross breeze and 6ft SW swell (energy 1516), but it's only marginal. Friday and Saturday are a write-off with onshore or cross-onshore winds and fading swell.

Now, into early August, I can see a couple of gems. Sunday August 2nd shapes up nicely for the brave. We’ve got a 6ft SSW groundswell with a *very long* 19-second period (energy 2944). The wind is light and cross from the NNE in the morning, so it’ll be clean with light cross-shore ripples. It’s still a bit of a gamble—that super long period might make it a bit straight at a beachy, but on this reef, it should set up nicely. The afternoon picks up to 8ft with 18-second swell (energy 3485) and a glassy surface with only very light cross-onshore ripples. Magna Tubes can get crowded, but with these conditions, the wait will be worth it.

The real standout though—the one to circle on your calendar—is the stretch from Wednesday August 5th through Saturday August 9th and into Monday August 10th. Early on the 5th we get a small 5ft groundswell with 11-second period, but it's *glassy* with no wind to speak of. That's a rare, beautiful combination. Energy is still weak (690) but those conditions are pure magic for the shape and the crowd will be low.

Then on Thursday August 6th morning, the pulse arrives: 8ft SW swell at 14 seconds (energy 2698), cross-off wind, and it’s clean. This is getting solid. Friday August 7th delivers 10ft at 14 seconds with cross-off in the morning and glassy in the afternoon. That's expert territory and the energy is strong (3247-3431). The next day, Saturday August 8th is *perfect*: 10ft SW swell at 14 seconds and glassy conditions all day. Energy is very strong (4075-3845). This is premium surfing for those with the skills. Sunday August 9th keeps the quality with a 7ft SW swell and cross-off wind (energy 2621). But watch the afternoon—a sudden 13ft easterly short-period swell shows up (energy 4042), which is more of a windswell—still clean with cross-off breeze. Then Monday August 10th morning delivers a clean 12ft easterly swell (10 seconds) with offshore wind. That’s another top pick, but the afternoon freshens up.

Beyond that, the second week tails off with smaller, less consistent surf from the 11th onwards.

Honestly, the absolute best on offer is likely Friday August 7th and Saturday August 8th: 10ft of long-period SW groundswell, glassy or clean offshore winds, and very strong wave energy. The water temp is about average for the time of year at Magna Tubes, so no wetsuit drama. This is a reef for advanced surfers, and when it's that big and clean, it's a world-class wave for those who can handle the power. Plan around it.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 14mm), heaviest on Mon night. Warm (max 23°C on Sun night, min 13°C on Tue morning). Winds increasing (light winds from the NNW on Sun night, fresh winds from the WSW by Mon morning).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 19°C on Sat afternoon, min 12°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Monday
27
Tuesday
28
Wednesday
29
Thursday
30
Friday
31
Saturday
1
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3
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1
0
0
0
0
3
Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
1.7
SW
12
1.9
SW
12
3
SW
17
3.5
SSW
16
2.5
SW
15
2.5
SW
14
2.4
SW
14
2
SW
13
1.9
SW
13
1.9
SSW
13
1.8
SW
13
1.7
SW
13
1.7
SW
13
1.6
SW
13
1.2
SW
12
2.2
E
7
2
E
8
2.1
E
8
2.1
E
9
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
765
1065
5160
6823
3135
2708
2141
1387
1308
1235
1144
1027
996
784
437
521
546
616
691
Wind (km/h)
15
W
35
WSW
15
S
20
SE
15
ENE
15
E
15
E
25
ENE
25
E
10
NNE
10
NE
20
ESE
10
NNE
15
ENE
25
E
20
NE
30
ENE
25
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15
NE
Wind State
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cross-off
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cross-on
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High Tide
2:32AM1.34m
3:02PM1.34m
3:06AM1.43m
3:33PM1.44m
3:37AM1.50m
4:02PM1.53m
4:06AM1.55m
4:31PM1.59m
4:35AM1.57m
4:59PM1.64m
5:04AM1.57m
5:27PM1.66m
Low Tide
8:26PM0.49m
8:51AM0.34m
9:02PM0.39m
9:22AM0.24m
9:34PM0.31m
9:50AM0.16m
10:04PM0.25m
10:17AM0.10m
10:34PM0.20m
10:44AM0.07m
11:04PM0.18m
11:12AM0.07m
11:34PM0.18m
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5:36
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Temp °C
23
17
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16
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Feels °C
19
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10
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Information about the Magna Tubes Surf forecast

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