Surf Forecasts:
Makorori Point surf forecast from 25 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 1 Sep, 3AM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 10s period, S swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 1 Sep, 9AM (local time) - 18ft (5.5m), 14s period, S swell with 11,744 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 26 Aug, 9AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 18s 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 Wednesday (Aug 26) at 9AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 18s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m 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 5.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 01) at 9AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.2m 6s period and expected on Friday (Aug 28) at 6PM.
| Wave Type | Time (NZST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 9AM (Wed 26th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 18s |
| Best Surf | 3AM (Tue 1st Sep) | 13ft (4.0m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 9AM (Tue 1st Sep) | 18ft (5.5m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Makorori Point over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the menu for the next couple of weeks.
We’ve got one spot that’s going to do the heavy lifting for this forecast: Makorori Point. It’s a point break, so it handles the swell direction nicely, and it’s an advanced wave that’s very consistent. The standouts are going to be the first Wednesday morning and then a massive, albeit expert-only, day on the 1st of September. But let’s walk through it.
Right now, the first good window hits Wednesday morning, 26 August. A clean 2ft swell out of the SSE, with a very long period of 18 seconds, is rolling in. The wind is a gentle offshore from the NW, which is going to keep the surface glassy. The energy is moderate (393). This is sessionable, and the crowds are possible, so get in early. The water temp is average for the time of year, nothing weird going on there.
That afternoon, the wind swings cross-shore and the swell drops a bit, so it’s a one-session day.
Thursday 27 August is a washout. The wind is onshore and the swell is bumpy. Don’t bother.
Friday 28 August is a nice little rebound. The morning is clean with a 4ft SE swell and a cross-offshore breeze. The energy is moderate (579). It’s a fun, clean wave, but not a standout.
Saturday 29 August through Sunday 30 August are small and weak. Swell dips to 2ft, energy is low (116-107). You can catch a tiny wave if you’re desperate, but it’s very ordinary.
Then we hit a gap. Monday 31 August is a mess. A 13ft SSW swell arrives with a howling 45 km/h cross-shore wind. It’s all chop and no order. Poor surf.
Now, here’s the big one. Tuesday morning, 1 September. The swell is predicted to be 18ft from the south, with a 14-second period and a massive energy reading of 17794. That is a lot of water moving. The wind is offshore and clean, but the file warns that this swell is simply too big for this break. This is for experts only, and even then, it’s a serious call. The wave could be unsurfable at this size depending on the tide. This is a true standout for the big-wave chargers, but the rest of us just watch from the cliff.
That afternoon, the wind goes cross-on and the swell drops to 10ft. Still big, but messy.
Wednesday 2 September morning is a return to form. A clean 5ft SE swell, offshore wind, and moderate energy (495). That’s a solid session.
Thursday 3 September and Friday 4 September are both good, with clean offshore winds and building swell energy. The morning of the 3rd has a 3ft SE swell, and the afternoon sees a 2ft swell but with a longer 14-second period. The 4th is consistent, clean, and small. These are good days for a log or a mid-length.
After that, the surf drops off significantly. From Saturday 5 September all the way through to Thursday 10 September, the swell is tiny, mostly under 2ft, with very low energy (often under 100). The wind is often clean, but there’s hardly any wave. It’s a long dry spell of about a week where the paddle out is barely worth it unless you’re just after a float.
So, the two true standouts: Wednesday 26 August for a clean, long-period groundswell that is totally manageable, and Tuesday 1 September for the massive, double-overhead-plus swell that is only for the experienced crew.
Stay safe out there.
- Rusty
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Thu morning. Very mild (max 17°C on Wed afternoon, min 10°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 10mm), heaviest on Sun night. Very mild (max 17°C on Sat afternoon, min 8°C on Sun night). Winds decreasing (near gales from the SSW on Sun night, light winds from the SW by Mon afternoon). | ||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | ||||||||||||||
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 15 | SSE 18 | SSE 16 | SSE 15 | SSE 18 | SSE 17 | SSE 16 | SE 14 | SSE 13 | SE 12 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SE 11 | SE 11 | SSE 10 | S 7 | SSW 10 | SSE 13 | SSW 12 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
231 | 318 | 206 | 167 | 655 | 928 | 966 | 540 | 290 | 157 | 85 | 81 | 60 | 58 | 20 | 96 | 2938 | 1323 | 1121 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | off | cross | off | cross-on | on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | cross | cross | off |
High Tide | 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 | 7:54AM1.42m | 8:14PM1.49m | |||||||
Low Tide | 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 | 2:07PM0.18m | 2:35AM0.15m | ||||||
— | 6:39 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | |
— | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:40 | — | — | 5:42 | — | — | 5:43 | — | — | 5:44 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | 9 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 12 | 16 | 17 | 15 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 16 | 16 | 13 | 16 | 17 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 9 |
Feels °C | 9 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 9 | 10 | 8 | 11 | 12 | 9 | 13 | 15 | 12 | 9 | 10 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 5 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 15 | SSE 18 | SSE 16 | SSE 15 | SSE 18 | SSE 17 | SSE 16 | SE 14 | SSE 13 | SE 12 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SE 11 | SE 11 | SSE 10 | S 7 | SSE 10 | SSE 13 | SSE 12 |
231 | 318 | 206 | 167 | 655 | 928 | 966 | 540 | 290 | 157 | 85 | 81 | 60 | 58 | 20 | 96 | 910 | 1323 | 566 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 12 | ESE 13 | SSE 9 | ESE 12 | ESE 12 | SSE 6 | ESE 12 | ESE 12 | ENE 5 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 8 | SSE 16 | NE 9 | NE 9 |
14 | 32 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 24 | 13 | 14 | 23 | 10 | 14 | 11 | 9 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 52 | 3 | 3 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 12 | SE 13 | ESE 13 | S 18 | — | ESE 11 | NE 10 | SE 16 | SE 12 | SE 13 | ESE 13 | ESE 12 | SE 12 | NE 8 | ESE 12 | S 16 | NE 9 | — | — |
24 | 43 | 16 | 26 | — | 12 | 4 | 10 | 5 | 28 | 17 | 15 | 23 | 2 | 13 | 5 | 13 | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | SW 3 | — | NE 3 | NE 4 | NE 5 | NE 6 | NE 6 | — | — | — | WNW 2 | — | SSW 10 | — | SSW 12 |
— | — | — | — | 3 | — | 7 | 15 | 52 | 39 | 52 | — | — | — | 1 | — | 2938 | — | 1121 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 47 | 47 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 13 | 62 | 113 | 62 | 0 |
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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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