
Surf Forecasts:
North wall surf forecast from 19 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 20 Jul, 4AM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 11s period, ESE swell with cross-shore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 20 Jul, 4AM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 11s period, ESE swell with 3,720 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 20 Jul, 4AM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 11s period with ESE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for North wall this week:
The surf forecast for North wall over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 20) at 4AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 4.0m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 16s. The wind is predicted to be cross-shore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at North wall in the next 16 days are 4.0m 11s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 20) at 4AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.3m 5s period and expected on Friday (Jul 24) at 10AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 4AM (Mon 20th Jul) | 13ft (4.0m) 11s |
| Best Surf | 4AM (Mon 20th Jul) | 13ft (4.0m) 11s |
| Most Powerful | 4AM (Mon 20th Jul) | 13ft (4.0m) 11s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for North wall over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s comin’ our way for the next couple of weeks.
Right off the bat, we’ve got a bit of a slow start but don’t walk away just yet. The first few days are a write-off for decent waves, but things start to shape up from Wednesday, the 22nd of July. The real standout period is building towards the end of the month and into the very start of August, with some serious size and power on the cards.
Alright, let’s talk about the main spot, Northwall. It’s a beach and groyne setup, super consistent, and it faces southeast for the best swell. The water temp is about average for this time of year, so nothin’ unusual there.
Monday the 20th and Tuesday the 21st? Forget it. The swell is way too big and messy for this spot. We’re talkin’ a solid 10 ft to 12 ft of lumpy, short-period junk with a strong cross-shore wind. The wave energy is massive (2889 and 2114), but it’s just a washing machine. Not for paddlin’.
Things calm down a bit by Wednesday morning, July 22nd. We get a drop in size to a much friendlier 5 ft from the east, with a 9-second period. The magic is the light offshore wind from the west. It’s clean, it’s workable, and the energy is moderate (480). It’s a solid, if small, option for the morning session. The afternoon gets a bit choppy and messy again, so hit it early.
The next few days are a mixed bag of small, onshore junk. Thursday morning the 23rd gives you a tiny 4 ft with clean offshore wind, but it’s pretty ordinary. The energy is weak (195). Not a standout.
Now, here’s where it gets interesting. Saturday, July 25th. Morning session. The wind goes glassy with a slight offshore breeze from the WSW. The swell is a clean 4 ft, but it’s from the south with a very long 11-second period. The energy is moderate (556), and the waves will have some real shape and power. This is a proper groundswell. For a beach break, long period can make it a bit straight, but with that nearly glassy wind, it’s gonna be one of the best windows of the whole forecast. The early bird gets the worm here.
Sunday the 26th is also okay, with a 3 ft south swell and a gentle offshore wind, but the period is a bit longer (12 seconds) and the energy is still moderate (474). It’s clean, but not quite the peak of Saturday.
The following week is a bit of a slow fade. Monday the 27th through Wednesday the 29th are small, clean, and weak. Energy drops below 300. It’s surfable but nothin’ to write home about.
Then the real fireworks start. Thursday, July 30th afternoon sees a pulse of 6 ft from the south, but it’s onshore and choppy. The next morning, though… Friday, July 31st. This is the big one. We’re looking at a solid 8 ft from the SSE with a very long 13-second period. The wind is offshore from the WSW, light and clean. The wave energy is massive (2419). This is a serious, powerful groundswell. If you’re not an experienced surfer, this is too big for you. But for the crew who know what they’re doing, this is gonna be an unforgettable session. The conditions are described as excellent for experienced surfers. This is the standout of the entire 16-day window.
Saturday, August 1st, is still pumping. Another 8 ft from the SSE, but the wind gets a bit more cross-offshore. Still a very solid day for the experts, with energy at 1607.
After that, the wind turns ugly for Sunday and Monday (August 2nd and 3rd) with a strong cross-shore, messing up a still-juicy 6 ft to 7 ft swell. That’s a kite surfer’s dream, not a paddle surfer’s.
The very last day, Tuesday, August 4th, is a little gem. The swell drops to 5 ft from the SSE, but the wind goes completely glassy. Zero wind. That’s a rare treat. The energy is moderate (506), and the conditions are clean as a whistle. It’s a perfect way to end the forecast period.
So, in short: get your skates on for Saturday morning, July 25th for a clean, fun session. The absolute standout is Friday morning, July 31st, for the big, powerful, clean groundswell – but that’s strictly for the experts. And if you’re patient, Tuesday, August 4th, offers a glassy, mellow finale.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 9mm), mostly falling on Sun night. Very mild (max 19°C on Tue morning, min 15°C on Tue night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the SSE on Sun night, calm by Tue night). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 19°C on Thu morning, min 11°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | ||||||||||||||
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) | ESE 11 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | E 10 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | ENE 9 | E 8 | E 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | S 7 | SSE 10 | S 11 | SSE 13 | S 13 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
3922 | 2852 | 1970 | 1348 | 847 | 533 | 490 | 441 | 325 | 270 | 173 | 140 | 109 | 83 | 262 | 342 | 326 | 492 | 402 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-on | cross | cross-on | off | cross-on | cross-off | off | cross | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | cross | off |
High Tide | 00:04AM1.31m | 12:52PM1.12m | 00:43AM1.16m | 1:49PM1.13m | 1:25AM1.03m | 2:55PM1.17m | 2:15AM0.93m | 4:04PM1.23m | 3:22AM0.87m | 5:04PM1.32m | 4:42AM0.86m | 5:54PM1.41m | |||||||
Low Tide | 6:37AM0.22m | 6:45PM0.45m | 7:15AM0.28m | 7:47PM0.56m | 7:55AM0.33m | 9:04PM0.63m | 8:39AM0.37m | 10:39PM0.65m | 9:30AM0.40m | 11:55PM0.62m | 10:26AM0.41m | 00:47AM0.56m | |||||||
— | 6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | |
— | — | 5:07 | — | — | 5:07 | — | — | 5:07 | — | — | 5:08 | — | — | 5:09 | — | — | 5:09 | — | |
mm | 4 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
Feels °C | 12 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 17 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 13 | 13 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 17 | SSE 14 | SSE 13 | ESE 10 | E 10 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | ENE 9 | E 8 | E 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | SSE 10 | S 11 | SSE 13 | S 13 |
56 | 37 | 57 | 1348 | 847 | 533 | 490 | 441 | 325 | 270 | 173 | 140 | 109 | 83 | 65 | 342 | 326 | 492 | 402 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | S 13 | S 12 | S 12 | ENE 10 | S 11 | S 10 | S 10 | SSE 10 | S 10 | S 11 | S 10 | SE 8 | S 11 | ENE 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 |
— | — | 87 | 75 | 70 | 80 | 36 | 35 | 31 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 49 | 58 | 40 | 26 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | S 16 | S 11 | SSE 16 | S 15 | S 14 | E 12 | E 12 | SE 9 | SE 8 | S 17 | S 16 | S 21 | SSE 17 | NE 7 | NE 7 |
— | — | — | — | 5 | 61 | 24 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 9 | 172 | 8 | 7 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 11 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | NNE 3 | WSW 2 | S 3 | SSE 5 | S 5 | S 7 | — | — | — | — |
3922 | 2852 | 1970 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 1 | 2 | 26 | 99 | 262 | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 247 | 65 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 8 | 27 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 27 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 |
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Information about the North wall Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for North wall provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at North wall can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our North wall 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 wall) 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 wall 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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