Makorori Point Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.67° S 178.11° E

Makorori Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 11 am 23 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Makorori Point sea temperature is
12.8°C
1.2° 

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


Makorori Point surf forecast from 23 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 27 Aug, 6PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 17s period, SSE swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 27 Aug, 9PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 17s period, SSE swell with 1,152 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 23 Aug, 6PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 10s period with SE swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Makorori Point this week:

The surf forecast for Makorori Point over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 23) at 6PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.3m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 10s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Makorori Point in the next 16 days are 1.4m 17s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 27) at 9PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 5s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 29) at 9PM.

Wave TypeTime (NZST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 6PM (Sun 23rd Aug)1.5ft (0.4m) 10s
Best Surf 6PM (Thu 27th Aug)4.5ft (1.3m) 17s
Most Powerful 9PM (Thu 27th Aug)4.5ft (1.4m) 17s

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


The Lowdown

G’day, Rusty here. Look, the next couple of days are pretty ordinary, but there’s a few windows of fun to be had if you’re patient. Don’t expect anything huge, but there’s clean little peaks on offer.

Let’s start with Sunday morning the 23rd. Makorori Point is seeing a small 1.6ft swell from the SE with a solid 11-second period. The wind is a moderate offshore from the NW at 15 mph, keeping things clean, but the overall wave energy is weak at 96. It’s surfable, but the conditions are pretty average. The water temperature is 55°F, which is a bit colder than normal for this time of year, so you’ll want a decent wetsuit. The afternoon cleans up a bit with a lighter 12 mph offshore, but the swell drops to 1.0ft from the ESE. It’s not going to set the world on fire.

Monday morning the 24th is a bit more promising. The swell bumps up to 2.6ft from the SSE with a 9-second period. The wind is light offshore from the WNW at 6 mph, giving clean conditions. The combined energy is moderate at 143, so there’s a bit more push. It’s still small, but if you’re on a longboard, it’ll be worth a paddle. The afternoon gets messy with a cross-shore NE wind at 12 mph and a longer 15-second period, which can make the waves a bit too straight for the beach.

Tuesday morning the 25th is the standout early in the period. The swell is 3.0ft from the SSE, period at 13 seconds, and the wind is light offshore from the WNW at 6 mph. The combined energy is a solid 255, giving the waves some real shape. It’s clean, with expect good surf conditions. The afternoon sees a light cross-onshore wind, so get out early.

Wednesday morning the 26th keeps the trend with a 1.6ft swell from the SSE, but the period is a very long 17 seconds. The wind is light offshore from the NW at 6 mph, making for clean glassy faces. The combined energy is 221, which is moderate but the long period means the sets will be spaced out. It’s a good morning for a point break like Makorori, where the long period groundswell will wrap in nicely.

Thursday morning the 27th is another strong contender. The swell is 2.6ft from the SSE, period at 17 seconds, and the wind is light offshore from the NW at 6 mph. The combined energy jumps to 424, so there’s a decent amount of power in the water. It’s clean and the waves will have good shape. The afternoon gets a bit bigger at 3.9ft but the wind turns cross-shore, so morning is the call.

Friday the 28th is a bit of a mixed bag. The morning has a cross-offshore wind from the NNW at 12 mph, with a 3.6ft swell from the SSE at 15 seconds. The combined energy is a strong 515, so there’s plenty of push. The afternoon looks better with a clean offshore wind from the NNW at 12 mph and a 3.3ft swell. Expect good surf conditions.

Saturday the 29th starts off with a light offshore from the WNW at 9 mph and a 2.3ft swell from the SSE at 12 seconds. The combined energy is 143, so it’s modest. The afternoon turns ugly with an onshore wind from the SE, so get out early.

Sunday the 30th is a write-off with small 1.6ft swell and weak energy. The offshore wind keeps it clean but there’s just not enough size.

Now, Monday the 31st is a big red flag. The morning sees a massive 11.5ft swell from the SSW with a short 10-second period. The combined energy is a whopping 2910. The wind is cross-shore from the SW at 12 mph. This is too big for Makorori and only for experts if you’re at the right spot. The afternoon drops to 5.2ft but the wind is cross-onshore, making for poor conditions. Leave this one alone.

Tuesday the 1st of September is a return to form.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Tue afternoon, min 9°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Thu morning, min 12°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Sunday
23
Monday
24
Tuesday
25
Wednesday
26
Thursday
27
Friday
28
Saturday
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Direction
Period (s)
0.5
SE
11
0.4
SE
10
0.3
ESE
13
0.8
SSE
9
0.9
SSE
10
1.3
SSE
14
0.9
SSE
13
0.8
SSE
12
0.5
S
15
0.5
SSE
17
0.6
SSE
16
0.6
SSE
14
0.8
SSE
17
1.2
SSE
17
1.3
SSE
17
1.1
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15
1
SSE
14
0.8
SSE
13
0.7
SSE
12
0.7
SE
12
0.6
SE
11
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
55
33
33
103
174
589
238
167
112
168
203
158
390
804
935
505
378
215
125
142
96
Wind (km/h)
25
NW
20
NNW
20
WNW
10
NW
20
NE
15
NW
10
WNW
5
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15
WNW
10
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10
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20
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20
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WNW
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High Tide
2:05PM1.32m
2:23AM1.27m
2:54PM1.32m
3:13AM1.26m
3:44PM1.33m
4:02AM1.26m
4:32PM1.35m
4:51AM1.28m
5:18PM1.39m
5:38AM1.31m
6:03PM1.42m
6:24AM1.34m
6:47PM1.45m
Low Tide
8:16PM0.38m
8:35AM0.34m
9:07PM0.39m
9:23AM0.34m
9:57PM0.37m
10:13AM0.32m
10:47PM0.35m
11:01AM0.29m
11:36PM0.31m
11:48AM0.26m
00:22AM0.26m
12:35PM0.23m
1:07AM0.22m
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Feels °C
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14
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Information about the Makorori Point Surf forecast

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