
Surf Forecasts:
Nesika Beach surf forecast from 18 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 20 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 16s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 25 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 21s period, SW swell with 647 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 20 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 16s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Nesika Beach this week:
The surf forecast for Nesika Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 20) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 1.1m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Nesika Beach in the next 16 days are 0.8m 21s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 25) at 11AM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 12s period and expected on Wednesday (Jul 22) at 2PM.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Mon 20th Jul) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Mon 20th Jul) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 11AM (Sat 25th Jul) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 21s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Nesika Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, it’s Rusty here. Let’s get straight into it. I’ve got one spot on the radar for the next couple of weeks, and to be honest, it’s a tough one. We’re looking at a long stretch of days where the ocean just isn’t cooperating.
The first chance for a paddle will be from Monday, 20 July, but it’s nothing to get excited about. The swell is tiny at around 2 ft, coming from the SW with a long period of 16 seconds. That long period means the waves will have some shape to them, but there’s just not enough size. The wind is light, which is a positive, so the surface will be fairly clean. The combined wave energy is moderate (463). It’s a marginal day, best for a longboard or a learner session.
Tuesday, 21 July, is very similar. Still small at 2 ft, SW swell, with a 16-second period. The wind is light again, almost glassy in the morning, which is always a bonus. Expect weak, but clean lines. Energy is moderate (387).
Wednesday, 22 July, sees the swell drop even more. Morning is 2 ft, and the afternoon picks up a bit to 3 ft, but the period crashes to 8 seconds. That’s a short-period, weak windswell. The energy is also dropping (232). It’s just not worth the drive.
Thursday, 23 July, is the best bet in the whole window. The swell bumps up to 4 ft from the NW, period a slightly better 9 seconds, and the wind is light and cross-shore, keeping the surface clean. The combined energy is moderate (358). This is the standout. It’s not a huge day, but it’s the most surfable we’re going to get. The 4 ft height is fine for most intermediates and beginners.
Friday, 24 July, the wind picks up again from the NNW, which is onshore at Nesika Beach. The swell is 4 ft in the morning, but the wind messes it up. The afternoon sees a jump in energy to 1007 (very strong), but that’s coming from a 24-second period SW swell. A 24-second period is incredibly long, and at a beach break like Nesika, it might just close out or be too straight. The strong onshore wind makes it a no-go.
From Saturday, 25 July, right through to the end of the forecast on Sunday, 2 August, it’s a consistent pattern. The swell stays small, between 2 ft and 5 ft, and the wind is almost always onshore or cross-onshore from the NNW or N. Energy levels are moderate to strong, but the wind conditions are just poor. The water temperature is about average for the time of year. The crowds are often at Nesika, but with conditions this poor, it likely won’t be an issue.
To sum it up: Thursday, 23 July, is your best shot. It’s small but clean. The rest of the week and into August is a write-off. A blank run like this is pretty normal for the area when the north winds are blowing hard.
Talk soon,
Rusty
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Sat afternoon, min 15°C on Sat night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the NNW on Sat afternoon, calm by Mon night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Tue afternoon, min 13°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | |||||||||||||||
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) | W 16 | W 16 | SW 18 | NW 8 | NW 8 | SW 17 | NW 8 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | NW 10 | WNW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | SW 24 | SW 24 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
245 | 246 | 233 | 239 | 346 | 362 | 211 | 198 | 299 | 245 | 233 | 248 | 167 | 67 | 235 | 220 | 281 | 237 | 281 | 541 | 347 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | glassy | on | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 4:03PM1.91m | 3:46AM1.69m | 4:43PM1.93m | 4:50AM1.47m | 5:25PM1.92m | 6:05AM1.30m | 6:08PM1.91m | 7:37AM1.22m | 6:55PM1.88m | 9:12AM1.24m | 7:46PM1.87m | 10:27AM1.31m | 8:39PM1.88m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 9:33AM-0.14m | 10:09PM0.48m | 10:12AM0.11m | 11:12PM0.43m | 10:52AM0.36m | 00:18AM0.38m | 11:35AM0.61m | 1:27AM0.31m | 12:24PM0.82m | 2:33AM0.23m | 1:26PM0.97m | 3:32AM0.15m | 2:35PM1.05m | 4:23AM0.06m | |||||||
5:56 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | |
— | 8:51 | — | — | 8:50 | — | — | 8:49 | — | — | 8:47 | — | — | 8:47 | — | — | 8:46 | — | — | 8:45 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 21 | 22 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 16 | 19 | 20 | 17 | 20 | 20 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 20 | 21 | 19 |
Feels °C | 17 | 17 | 15 | 18 | 18 | 15 | 17 | 19 | 16 | 19 | 20 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 14 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 16 | W 16 | NW 8 | NW 8 | SW 16 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 10 | NW 8 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | SW 24 | NW 9 |
245 | 239 | 179 | 239 | 206 | 257 | 187 | 171 | 115 | 109 | 78 | 78 | 163 | 53 | 235 | 220 | 203 | 235 | 281 | 541 | 230 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 10 | SW 18 | W 15 | W 15 | W 14 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SSW 12 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 24 |
95 | 246 | 233 | 157 | 106 | 362 | 211 | 198 | 299 | 245 | 233 | 248 | 167 | 125 | 114 | 123 | 128 | 100 | 91 | 87 | 347 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 14 | WNW 10 | SW 18 | SW 16 | S 11 | W 14 | WNW 14 | WNW 13 | WNW 13 | WNW 13 | WNW 12 | WNW 12 | SSW 12 | WNW 10 | S 10 | SSW 9 | SSW 9 | SW 26 | SW 26 | SW 17 | SSW 13 |
102 | 57 | 215 | 89 | 2 | 106 | 65 | 58 | 57 | 33 | 29 | 46 | 47 | 67 | 52 | 47 | 25 | 237 | 233 | 74 | 116 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 6 | NW 7 | — | — | NW 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NW 5 | NW 5 | — | — | NW 9 | — | — | NW 9 | — |
79 | 183 | — | — | 346 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 15 | 22 | — | — | 281 | — | — | 314 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 20 | 83 | 277 | 20 | 81 | 83 | 20 | 68 | 68 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 81 | 83 | 20 | 83 | 648 |
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Information about the Nesika Beach Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Nesika Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Nesika Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Nesika Beach 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 (Nesika Beach) 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 Nesika Beach 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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