Surf Forecasts:
National Park surf forecast from 13 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 18 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 9s period, SE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 19 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 10s period, SE swell with 2,525 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 18 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 9s period with SE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for National Park this week:
The surf forecast for National Park over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 18) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 19s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at National Park in the next 16 days are 3.5m 10s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 19) at 10PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.6m 6s period and expected on Wednesday (Jul 15) at 4PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10PM (Sat 18th Jul) | 10ft (3.0m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 10PM (Sat 18th Jul) | 10ft (3.0m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 10PM (Sun 19th Jul) | 11ft (3.5m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for National Park over the next 16 days.
Alright, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the table for the next couple of weeks.
Right off the bat, we’ve got a flat spell. Monday the 13th and Tuesday the 14th are a total write-off – tiny, weak waves with no energy to speak of. The water is sitting at 69°, which is a bit colder than we’d usually expect for this time of year. You’re looking at a few days of nothing, so don't bother paddling out until later in the week.
Things start to stir on Thursday the 16th. The swell picks up to 7ft from the SE, but with a short, lumpy 8-second period and a lot of wind, it’s messy. The energy jumps to moderate (570), but the quality is marginal. By Friday the 17th, we get a proper offshore wind from the SE, and the swell holds at 7ft. The period is still short (7-8 seconds), but the wind is clean, which makes it rideable. The energy is moderate (532). Saturday the 18th looks similar – 7ft from the ESE with offshore winds, but those rain showers might keep the crowd down. It’s a solid, punchy option for intermediate surfers.
Now, the standout is Sunday the 19th through Monday the 20th. The swell builds to a solid 10ft from the ESE, with a longer 10-second period, and the energy is pumping at 1853 to 1433 – that’s strong. The offshore wind is there, but honestly, this is getting too big for the break. It’s an expert-only window. If you’re a seasoned charger, this is your moment, but for the average punter, it’s a no-go.
After that, the swell winds down into the second week. From Tuesday the 21st, we’re looking at 6ft to 3ft from the E, with clean offshore winds, but the energy drops off. It’s surfable, but nothing to write home about. The last few days of the month are small, with 2ft to 3ft waves, and the wind is glassy at times, making for clean, small waves. It’s a good time for a longboard or a cruise.
Best bet: Thursday the 16th to Saturday the 18th for the best mix of size and clean conditions. Sunday and Monday are for the brave only.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Wed night. Warm (max 21°C on Mon afternoon, min 14°C on Tue night). Winds increasing (calm on Tue morning, fresh winds from the SSE by Thu morning). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 20mm), heaviest during Sat night. Warm (max 20°C on Fri night, min 17°C on Thu afternoon). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Mon 13 | Tuesday 14 | Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | |||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | |
Swell Height Map |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | |||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | ESE 10 | SE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 7 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 9 | SE 9 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 56 | 30 | 38 | 25 | 19 | 9 | 9 | 721 | 574 | 453 | 574 | 617 | 657 | 908 | 724 | 813 | 1367 | 1989 | 2218 | 2423 | 1761 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-on | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 7:32PM2.13m | 7:40AM1.42m | 8:20PM2.16m | 8:32AM1.44m | 9:07PM2.14m | 9:21AM1.46m | 9:51PM2.06m | 10:10AM1.46m | 10:34PM1.94m | 10:58AM1.44m | 11:15PM1.79m | 11:49AM1.43m | 11:56PM1.63m | 12:44PM1.41m | |||||||
Low Tide | 2:08AM0.40m | 1:34PM0.17m | 2:55AM0.33m | 2:24PM0.15m | 3:40AM0.29m | 3:13PM0.19m | 4:24AM0.29m | 4:01PM0.26m | 5:05AM0.32m | 4:48PM0.38m | 5:47AM0.36m | 5:38PM0.52m | 6:28AM0.42m | ||||||||
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 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 |
 | 5:10 | — | — | 5:10 | — | — | 5:12 | — | — | 5:12 | — | — | 5:13 | — | — | 5:13 | — | — | 5:14 | — | 5:14 |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | — | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
Temp °C | 21 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 18 | 20 | 19 | 18 | 19 |
Feels °C | 18 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 12 | 13 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 13 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | ESE 10 | SE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | NE 8 | NE 9 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 8 | ENE 8 | — | E 21 | E 20 | E 18 | ESE 17 | — | — | — |
| kJ | 56 | 30 | 38 | 25 | 19 | 9 | 9 | 3 | 12 | 24 | 17 | 10 | 7 | — | 9 | 8 | 6 | 28 | — | — | — |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 8 | N 3 | — | — | — | NE 10 | N 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | 4 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | S 8 | NE 9 | NE 9 | NE 9 | E 9 | E 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | — | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | NNW 2 | SSW 3 | — | SW 3 | SSE 4 | SE 6 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 7 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 9 | SE 9 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 |
| kJ | — | 1 | 1 | — | 2 | 20 | 165 | 721 | 574 | 453 | 574 | 617 | 657 | 908 | 724 | 813 | 1367 | 1989 | 2218 | 2423 | 1761 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 28 | 49 | 1 | 155 | 126 | 520 | 520 | 1 | 198 | 244 | 198 | 0 | 203 | 203 | 0 | 340 | 585 | 340 | 647 | 244 |
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The above surf forecast table for National Park provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at National Park can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our National Park 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 (National Park) 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 National Park 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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