
Surf Forecasts:
Mullaway surf forecast from 21 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 25 Jul, 4AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 14s period, SSE swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 25 Jul, 4AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 14s period, SSE swell with 1,047 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 21 Jul, 7PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 10s period with E swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Mullaway this week:
The surf forecast for Mullaway over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 21) at 7PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.4m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 11s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Mullaway in the next 16 days are 1.6m 14s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 25) at 4AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 3s period and expected on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 4AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7PM (Tue 21st Jul) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 4AM (Sat 25th Jul) | 5ft (1.6m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 4AM (Sat 25th Jul) | 5ft (1.6m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Mullaway over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s get into it. This is Rusty, and I’m looking ahead at a solid run of surf for Mullaway. A classic point break that demands respect, especially when it gets some size.
The pattern kicks off on Tuesday, July 21st with some real promise. We’ve got east swell at 5ft, a 10-second period, and a cross-off wind. This is clean, lined-up surf with a good energy level (552). The water’s sitting at 68°, which is about normal for this time of year. This is the standout early window—advanced surfers will love the shape on this point. Crowds are likely here, so get in early.
Midweek, Wednesday morning the 22nd is still decent with 4ft east swell under cross-off offshore winds, but the energy drops (267). Thursday morning the 23rd goes glassy with a tiny 3ft swell—not much push, but for a quiet session on a longboard, it’s alright.
The next real standout comes in on Saturday, July 25th. We’ve got a 5ft SSE swell with a very long 13-second period—real groundswell—and light cross-off wind from the NW. The energy is pumping (724). This wave is going to run down the point with authority. That long period will create long, clean walls, which is exactly what this break needs. Keep an eye on the rip.
We then settle into a consistent but smaller pattern through the end of July. Sunday the 26th is clean and fun with 4ft at 12 seconds. The following week, from the 28th through the 29th, we go flat and weak. There’s a gap of a couple of days with very little to get excited about—just small, weak energy. Hang tight.
Then, starting Thursday, July 30th, things get serious. Thursday morning brings a 8ft SSE swell with a 12-second period and clean offshore wind from the west. The energy is massive (1569)—this is for experienced surfers only. This thing will be powerful and pushing hard. Friday the 31st is even bigger: 7ft at 14 seconds, offshore wind, energy at 1931. These are the best days on offer, but it’s heavy. Don’t be a hero if you’re not ready.
We roll into the first week of August with size still on the cards. Saturday the 1st and Sunday the 2nd have 6ft to 8ft clean-ish surf, but the winds get tricky in the afternoons. Monday the 3rd early morning shows a 10ft south swell with a 12-second period and offshore wind—that’s a beast (3925 energy). Only experts need apply there. By Tuesday the 4th, we’re still seeing 8ft but with strong winds that will chop things up.
Bottom line: the standout sessions are the first Tuesday morning (July 21) and then the Saturday morning (July 25). For the big stuff, the best quality is Thursday and Friday, July 30–31, but that swell is pushing into expert territory. Get out there when it’s clean and glassy.
Stay safe, keep your line tight.
Rusty
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Wed morning, min 12°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Sat morning, min 9°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | 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) | E 10 | E 10 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 8 | E 8 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SSE 10 | SSE 13 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 12 | SSE 12 | SSE 10 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
494 | 417 | 293 | 244 | 235 | 189 | 125 | 113 | 86 | 346 | 232 | 343 | 663 | 349 | 275 | 301 | 322 | 231 | 177 | 140 | 121 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross | glassy | cross-off | cross-on | off | glassy | on | cross-off | cross | cross | off | cross-off | cross-on | off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross | cross-on | off |
High Tide | 1:44PM1.24m | 1:11AM1.17m | 2:56PM1.26m | 2:10AM1.03m | 4:10PM1.32m | 3:32AM0.94m | 5:13PM1.40m | 4:57AM0.91m | 6:03PM1.49m | 6:01AM0.94m | 6:45PM1.58m | 6:49AM1.00m | 7:21PM1.66m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 7:33PM0.69m | 7:52AM0.39m | 9:07PM0.76m | 8:46AM0.43m | 10:52PM0.73m | 9:48AM0.45m | 00:08AM0.65m | 10:49AM0.43m | 00:57AM0.56m | 11:42AM0.39m | 1:33AM0.47m | 12:27PM0.34m | 2:05AM0.39m | ||||||||
6:39 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | |
— | 5:07 | — | — | 5:07 | — | — | 5:07 | — | — | 5:08 | — | — | 5:08 | — | — | 5:09 | — | — | 5:10 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 17 | 17 | 17 | 20 | 19 | 17 | 17 | 18 | 16 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 16 | 16 | 13 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 15 |
Feels °C | 15 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 6 | 9 | 11 | 14 | 13 | 10 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 15 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 10 | E 10 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | SSE 10 | SSE 13 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 12 | SSE 12 | SSE 10 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 |
494 | 417 | 293 | 244 | 235 | 189 | 125 | 113 | 86 | 48 | 31 | 343 | 663 | 349 | 275 | 301 | 322 | 231 | 177 | 140 | 121 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | S 6 | E 12 | E 11 | SSE 13 | E 9 | E 9 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 12 | E 11 | NE 4 |
40 | 38 | 37 | 19 | 18 | 9 | 11 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 10 | 192 | 38 | 36 | 21 | 11 | 10 | 5 | 25 | 22 | 3 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 15 | S 16 | SE 15 | S 14 | S 13 | E 12 | E 9 | SE 9 | SE 8 | S 18 | S 17 | E 9 | ENE 8 | E 10 | NE 8 | E 8 | E 12 | E 11 | E 12 | E 11 | E 9 |
18 | 5 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 6 | 55 | 23 | 17 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 11 | 2 | 7 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | NE 3 | — | SSW 3 | — | — | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NE 2 | — |
— | — | — | — | 4 | — | 2 | — | — | 346 | 232 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 51 | 0 | 0 | 51 | 0 | 59 | 33 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 67 | 0 |
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Information about the Mullaway Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Mullaway provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Mullaway can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Mullaway 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 (Mullaway) 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 Mullaway 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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