Surf Forecasts:
Makorori Point surf forecast from 24 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 1 Sep, 6AM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 15s period, SSE swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 1 Sep, 3AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 15s period, SSE swell with 2,812 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 25 Aug, 9AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 13s period with SSE 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 Tuesday (Aug 25) at 9AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 13s. 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 2.5m 15s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 01) at 3AM. 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 (Aug 28) at 3AM.
| Wave Type | Time (NZST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 9AM (Tue 25th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 6AM (Tue 1st Sep) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 15s |
| Most Powerful | 3AM (Tue 1st Sep) | 8ft (2.5m) 15s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Makorori Point over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Grab your board, let's talk about what's coming up at Makorori Point.
First up, the overall pattern. We've got a solid run of south-southeast swell energy on the way, with a real standout window that's going to have the Point working its magic. The water temp is about what you'd expect for this time of year, so no surprises there.
Looking at the start of the week, Tuesday the 25th of August is a good way to kick things off. Morning session is the call with a gentle offshore breeze from the WNW at 9 mph. The swell is a clean 3 ft from the SSE, with a solid 13-second period. The combined energy is moderate (244), and it's going to be clean. The afternoon gets a bit messy with a cross-onshore wind, so make the most of the morning.
Wednesday the 26th, same story. Morning is the go-to with a light 6 mph offshore from the NW, a smaller 2 ft swell, but that period jumps to a very long 17 seconds. The energy is moderate (374), and it's clean. The long period will have the waves lining up nicely at the Point, but expect longer lulls between sets. Afternoon is a write-off with a cross-shore wind.
Thursday the 27th sees a pulse of energy, but the wind is from the south, making it a cross-on mess. The swell is 4 ft in the morning, building to 5 ft in the afternoon, with a 17-second period. The energy is strong (961 and 1173), but the wind is just not playing ball. The surf will be fairly choppy. Give it a miss.
Friday the 28th is a redemption day. Morning is clean with a cross-off breeze from the north, and a solid 4 ft SSE swell at 14 seconds. The energy is moderate (537). The afternoon gets even better with a moderate offshore from the NNW at 12 mph, dropping the swell to 3 ft but keeping it clean. That's a solid afternoon session.
Saturday the 29th and Sunday the 30th are small. The swell drops to 2 ft and then 1.0 ft. The energy is weak (108 and 35). There's a glassy moment on Sunday morning, but it's just too small to get excited about. A good paddle, but not a surf.
Monday the 31st is also small and onshore in the afternoon. Not worth rushing out for.
Now, here is the real standout. Mark your calendar for Tuesday the 1st of September. The morning session is the pick of the entire forecast. The swell is a solid 7 ft from the SSE, with a 14-second period, and a light offshore breeze from the north. The combined energy is very strong (1752). This is experienced surfers only territory – that's a serious wave. The Point will be handling it, but you need to know what you're doing. The afternoon is also excellent, with a 6 ft swell and a moderate offshore. The crowds are *sometimes* an issue here, and on a day like this, you can bet the locals will be out. Get there early.
Wednesday the 2nd of September is a good follow-up day. The swell is back to 4 ft, but the offshore wind is still blowing from the NW at 16 mph. The energy is moderate (439). It's clean and fun.
After that, the window gets messy. Thursday the 3rd sees a short period, weak swell early, then a strong cross-shore wind from the SSW blowing up a chop. Friday the 4th is a total loss with a strong cross-onshore wind and a 5 ft to 5 ft swell making it choppy and frustrating. The energy is high (577 and 1136), but the wind is a nightmare.
The following weekend, Saturday the 5th of September, has a small window of hope. The morning is clean with a light offshore from the NNW and a 4 ft SSE swell. The energy is moderate (416). Get a session in before the wind swings onshore in the afternoon.
The final few days, from the 6th to the 9th, are small, weak, and inconsistent. The swell is tiny, the energy is almost non-existent, and the wind is all over the place. There's a clean moment on the 9th, but the swell is only 3 ft with a short period. It's a grovel board day.
So, there you have it. The best on offer is undoubtedly Tuesday the 1st of September. That morning, Makorori Point is going to be pumping. The runner-up is the morning of Tuesday the 25th of August to get the ball rolling. Get out there and score.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Wed afternoon, min 9°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Sat morning, min 11°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | ||||||||||||||
Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 13 | SSE 13 | SSE 12 | SSE 15 | SSE 17 | SSE 16 | SSE 15 | SSE 17 | SSE 17 | SSE 16 | SSE 14 | SSE 13 | SE 12 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SE 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 7 |
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475 | 227 | 119 | 231 | 315 | 208 | 167 | 813 | 1138 | 645 | 501 | 269 | 157 | 87 | 81 | 60 | 20 | 20 | 9 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | off | cross-on | off | off | cross | off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | glassy | glassy | cross-off |
High Tide | 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 | 7:09AM1.38m | 7:31PM1.47m | |||||||
Low Tide | 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 | 1:21PM0.20m | 1:51AM0.18m | ||||||
— | 6:41 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | |
— | — | 5:38 | — | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:40 | — | — | 5:42 | — | — | 5:43 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 11 | 14 | 15 | 13 | 16 | 17 | 15 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 17 | 17 | 14 | 18 | 16 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 12 |
Feels °C | 7 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 13 | 14 | 12 | 9 | 10 | 8 | 13 | 13 | 10 | 14 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 9 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 13 | SSE 13 | SSE 12 | SSE 15 | SSE 17 | SSE 16 | SSE 15 | SSE 17 | SSE 17 | SSE 16 | SSE 14 | SSE 13 | SE 12 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SE 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 7 |
475 | 227 | 119 | 231 | 315 | 208 | 167 | 813 | 1138 | 645 | 501 | 269 | 157 | 87 | 81 | 60 | 20 | 20 | 9 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 12 | ESE 13 | SSE 16 | ESE 12 | ESE 13 | SSE 9 | ESE 12 | ESE 11 | SSE 5 | SE 6 | ESE 12 | ENE 5 | ENE 5 | ESE 13 | NE 6 | ENE 6 | ESE 11 | ESE 12 | SSE 10 |
31 | 16 | 51 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 23 | 51 | 14 | 14 | 5 | 17 | 8 | 6 | 12 | 14 | 9 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 4 | NE 4 | ESE 12 | SE 12 | SE 13 | ESE 13 | S 18 | — | ESE 11 | NE 10 | SE 16 | SE 12 | — | E 5 | ESE 12 | SSE 15 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | SE 12 |
1 | 1 | 15 | 24 | 43 | 33 | 6 | — | 12 | 4 | 10 | 6 | — | 2 | 15 | 22 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | SSW 8 | — | — | ENE 4 | NE 5 | NE 6 | NE 4 | — | — | SW 2 | — | — |
7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 135 | — | — | 12 | 50 | 24 | 2 | — | — | 1 | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 0 | 49 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 47 | 49 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 13 | 13 |
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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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