
Surf Forecasts:
Nera Rivermouth surf forecast from 27 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 27 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 12s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 1 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 14s period, SSW swell with 994 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 27 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 12s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Nera Rivermouth this week:
The surf forecast for Nera Rivermouth over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 27) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.5m and 12s period with a secondary swell of 0.9m and 14s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Nera Rivermouth in the next 16 days are 1.7m 14s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 01) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.1m 8s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 01) at 11PM.
| Wave Type | Time (+11) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Mon 27th Jul) | 5ft (1.5m) 12s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Mon 27th Jul) | 5ft (1.5m) 12s |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Sat 1st Aug) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Nera Rivermouth over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Right, look, I’ve been staring at the charts for Nera Rivermouth, and I’ve got to be straight with you – it’s a rough stretch ahead. The next 16 days are looking like a write-off for any decent waves. The swell is small and weak, the wind is mostly cross or cross-shore, and the setup just isn’t there for a proper session.
The first week is a total bust. From Monday, July 27th, right through to the end of the month, we’ve got a mix of cross-shore winds and tiny, messy energy. On Thursday, July 30th, there’s a brief moment of glassy conditions, but the swell is only 1 ft from the SSW with a long period of 16 seconds. The combined energy is weak (102), so it’s just not enough to get excited about. The water is sitting at 73°, which is about average for this time of year.
Friday, July 31st, is the closest we come to anything. The morning goes glassy with a 3 ft SSW swell (period 14 seconds, energy 236), but the wave comment says “surfable waves but very ordinary conditions.” It’s not a stand-out, just the least bad option. The rest of the weekend is a washout with fresh cross-shore winds and lumpy chop.
The second week is more of the same. There’s a gap of several days with no real recommendations. We see some clean conditions on the 3rd, 4th, and 5th of August, but the swell is tiny – 0.7 ft to 2 ft – and the energy is low, with values like 51 and 71. It’s just not worth paddling out for. On Saturday, August 8th, the morning goes glassy with a 4 ft SSW swell, but the energy is still moderate (327) and the period is short (11 seconds), so the waves will be weak and mushy.
Honestly, this is a tough one. Nera Rivermouth is an inconsistent, sheltered river-and-beach break that needs a SW swell and some offshore wind to work. We’re getting the swell direction, but the size and wind are all wrong. If you’re desperate for a paddle, the morning of Friday, July 31st, or Saturday, August 8th, are your best bets, but don’t expect much. For the rest of the time, the setup looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing with that cross-shore wind.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Wed morning, min 18°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 8mm), mostly falling on Fri afternoon. Warm (max 22°C on Thu afternoon, min 19°C on Thu morning). Winds increasing (calm on Fri morning, fresh winds from the SE by Sat afternoon). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 12 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | S 12 | S 12 | S 11 | SSW 12 | S 10 | SSW 11 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | S 12 |
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793 | 917 | 820 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 29 | 0 | 66 | 102 | 126 | 223 | 236 | 107 | 156 | 299 | 495 | 518 | 400 | 333 | 0 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | off | cross-off | off | off | glassy | cross | glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-off |
High Tide | 5:42PM1.05m | 4:21AM1.11m | 6:15PM1.08m | 5:01AM1.13m | 6:48PM1.11m | 5:40AM1.13m | 7:20PM1.14m | 6:19AM1.12m | 7:51PM1.16m | 7:00AM1.10m | 8:21PM1.17m | 7:44AM1.06m | 8:52PM1.18m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 10:42AM0.17m | 10:53PM0.67m | 11:20AM0.14m | 11:31PM0.65m | 11:55AM0.12m | 00:10AM0.63m | 12:29PM0.13m | 00:48AM0.61m | 1:02PM0.15m | 1:28AM0.59m | 1:34PM0.20m | 2:10AM0.56m | 2:07PM0.27m | 2:54AM0.53m | |||||||
6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | |
— | 5:36 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 3 | 2 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 20 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 19 |
Feels °C | 17 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 18 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 24 | 22 | 22 | 18 | 16 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 15 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 12 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | S 12 | S 12 | S 11 | S 10 | S 10 | SSW 11 | S 11 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | S 8 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | S 12 |
793 | 917 | 820 | 761 | 698 | 345 | 171 | 161 | 66 | 116 | 126 | 223 | 236 | 107 | 156 | 299 | 495 | 343 | 400 | 333 | 365 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 11 | SE 12 | SE 16 | SE 15 | SE 14 | SE 13 | SSW 12 | SE 13 | SSE 7 | SE 13 | SE 13 | SE 13 | SE 13 | SE 12 | SE 12 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 12 | S 16 | S 16 | SSE 8 |
12 | 5 | 38 | 33 | 32 | 28 | 29 | 44 | 30 | 85 | 84 | 78 | 57 | 73 | 69 | 184 | 361 | 518 | 82 | 118 | 117 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 18 | SE 16 | SE 15 | — | — | SE 13 | SE 13 | S 19 | SE 13 | SSW 16 | SSW 10 | SSW 10 | SE 7 | SSW 9 | W 9 | SE 12 | SE 12 | S 16 | ESE 11 | SE 15 | SE 12 |
12 | 11 | 37 | — | — | 111 | 28 | 7 | 61 | 102 | 43 | 33 | 11 | 8 | 2 | 49 | 47 | 135 | 13 | 9 | 23 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SE 5 | SE 4 | SE 6 | SE 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SE 7 | — | S 4 | SE 12 | SE 8 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SE 7 |
— | 35 | 14 | 109 | 178 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 11 | — | 14 | 224 | 318 | 250 | 270 | 260 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1358 | 1358 | 0 | 1291 | 1361 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 38 | 0 | 0 | 141 | 37 | 1295 | 1357 | 1340 | 1361 | 1338 | 1338 |
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Information about the Nera Rivermouth Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Nera Rivermouth provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Nera Rivermouth can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Nera Rivermouth 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 (Nera Rivermouth) 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 Nera Rivermouth 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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