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Surf Forecasts:
The surf forecast for North Stradbroke-Cylinders over the next 12 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Nov 28) at 4AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 1.2m and 7s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at North Stradbroke-Cylinders in the next 12 days are 2.5m 7s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Nov 27) at 7PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 4s period and expected on Tuesday (Dec 02) at 10PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 4AM (Fri 28th Nov) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 11s |
| Best Surf | 4AM (Fri 28th Nov) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 11s |
| Most Powerful | 7PM (Thu 27th Nov) | 8ft (2.5m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for North Stradbroke-Cylinders over the next 12 days.
Short Range Forecast Light rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Sat morning. Warm (max 27°C on Thu afternoon, min 24°C on Fri night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the N on Wed night, light winds from the NNE by Fri night). | Days 3-6 Weather Summary Heavy rain (total 31mm), heaviest during Mon afternoon. Warm (max 29°C on Tue afternoon, min 23°C on Sun night). Winds increasing (calm on Sun night, near gales from the N by Mon afternoon). | |||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 01 | Tuesday 02 | Wed 03 | ||||||||||||||||
| Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | ||
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Swell Height Map | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wave Height (m) & direction (?) | N | N | N | N | E | E | E | E | E | N | E | E | NNE | E | E | N | N | NNE | N | ESE | SE | |
| Period(s) (?) | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 6 | 10 | 10 | 6 | 10 | 10 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 12 | 9 | |
Wave (?)Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 263 | 146 | 345 | 257 | 144 | 141 | 146 | 146 | 143 | 134 | 74 | 73 | 66 | 50 | 48 | 364 | 83 | 99 | 39 | 46 | 155 | ||
Wind (km/h) | NNW | N | NNE | WSW | SSE | ENE | NNE | NNW | NNW | NNW | SSE | E | NNE | N | NE | NNW | SW | WSW | SW | SW | NE | |
| Wind State (?) onshore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore offshore glassy | cross- on | on | on | cross- off | cross- off | cross | on | on | on | cross- on | cross- off | cross | glass | on | cross- on | cross- on | cross- off | cross- off | cross- off | cross- off | cross- on | |
High Tide / height (m) | 12:18AM 0.88 | 12:33PM 1.54 | 1:27AM 0.93 | 1:29PM 1.51 | 2:34AM 1.04 | 2:27PM 1.46 | 3:35AM 1.21 | 3:26PM 1.41 | 4:30AM 1.40 | 4:24PM 1.35 | 5:21AM 1.60 | 5:21PM 1.29 | 6:11AM 1.79 | 6:16PM 1.23 | ||||||||
Low Tide / height (m) | 5:34AM 0.43 | 7:42PM 0.33 | 6:42AM 0.47 | 8:32PM 0.28 | 8:00AM 0.49 | 9:19PM 0.21 | 9:21AM 0.46 | 10:03PM 0.15 | 10:36AM 0.39 | 10:47PM 0.08 | 11:43AM 0.29 | 11:31PM 0.02 | 12:44PM 0.20 | |||||||||
Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 01 | Tuesday 02 | Wed 03 | ||||||||||||||||
| Sunrise | - | 4:43 | - | - | 4:43 | - | - | 4:41 | - | - | 4:41 | - | - | 4:41 | - | - | 4:41 | - | - | 4:41 | - | |
| Sunset | - | - | 6:22 | - | - | 6:23 | - | - | 6:23 | - | - | 6:24 | - | - | 6:25 | - | - | 6:27 | - | - | 6:28 | |
Rain (mm) | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - | - | 1 | - | - | 30 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Temp. °C | 25 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 27 | 26 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 28 | 29 | 25 | 23 | 24 | |
| Feels °C (?) | 21 | 25 | 25 | 29 | 23 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 20 | 21 | 23 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 18 | 19 | 17 | |

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The above surf forecast table for North Stradbroke-Cylinders provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 12 days. A general guide to surfing at North Stradbroke-Cylinders can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our North Stradbroke-Cylinders 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 (North Stradbroke-Cylinders) 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 North Stradbroke-Cylinders 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.
North Stradbroke-Cylinders is 44 km (27 miles) from the city of Carindale. If you plan a holiday in Gold Coast, look for hotels and other accommodation in Carindale. Carindale has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

