Surf Forecasts:
North wall surf forecast from 31 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 1 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 8s period, SSE swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 31 Aug, 4PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 8s period, SSE swell with 221 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 1 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 8s period with SSE 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 Tuesday (Sep 01) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 15s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at North wall in the next 16 days are 1.3m 8s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 31) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.1m 6s period and expected on Thursday (Sep 03) at 10PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Tue 1st Sep) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 1AM (Tue 1st Sep) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 4PM (Mon 31st Aug) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for North wall over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, Rusty here.
Look, I’m gonna level with you straight up—this stretch ain’t firing for the North Wall. We’ve got a 16-day window ahead, but honestly, there’s no point getting your hopes up for any proper sessions. The first usable surf doesn’t show until Monday the 31st of August, and even then, it’s a quiet start.
Monday 31st August sees a small 4ft SSE swell rolling in, with a period of 9 seconds. The wind is a light cross-off from the SSW at 9 mph, which keeps things clean. The combined energy is weak (329), so it’s not gonna have much push. Water temp is sitting at 69°, which is pretty normal for this time of year. It’s surfable, but nothing to write home about. The morning is the best bet, but it’s a beginner-friendly wave. As the afternoon comes in, the wind swings and the quality drops off.
Tuesday 1st September is similar—early morning has a 3ft SSE swell with a longer 11-second period, clean again with a light cross-off breeze. Energy is still weak (323). It’s a small, clean knee-to-waist high wave, but it’s a pretty ordinary option. The afternoon gets wrecked by a strong cross-on wind.
From Wednesday 2nd September through to the end of the first week, it’s a real grind. The swell drops to under 3ft, the periods are all over the place, and the wind is mostly cross or onshore. The mornings offer a few clean moments, but the wave heights are tiny—2ft to 2ft. The energy drops into the double digits (156, 148, 68) by the end of the week. It’s not worth paddling out for.
There’s a small uptick on Thursday 10th September—a 5ft NE swell shows up, but it’s got a short 7-second period, and the wind is a fresh offshore from the WSW at 19 mph. The energy jumps to 236, which is moderate, but the quality is still marginal. By the afternoon, we get 5ft NE swell, but again, the period is short. It’s a bit of a tease, but it’s not a standout.
Friday 11th September and the weekend follow with more small, weak, and choppy conditions. The wind is strong and cross-off or cross, and the energy stays in the low hundreds. By Monday 14th September, we’re back to 4ft NE swell with a 6-second period, and the wind is a gentle cross-off. Still not a good session.
The only real glimmer comes on Tuesday 15th September. The morning is glassy—wind is 3 mph from the east, and the swell is 4ft from the NE, though the period is still short at 6 seconds. Energy is moderate (130). It’s the cleanest moment in the whole forecast, but the wave quality is still ordinary. If you’re desperate, that’s the one to sit on, but don’t get excited.
Bottom line: this is a long, flat, and messy run. The north wall is a beach/groyne setup, and with the wind and swell we’ve got, it’s more interesting for kite surfers than paddle surfers. Don’t hold your breath—forecasts can change, but right now, there’s not much to chase.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Wed morning, min 15°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Thu morning, min 18°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | Thursday 3 | Friday 4 | Saturday 5 | Sunday 6 | |||||||||||||||
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) | SSE 9 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SSE 11 | S 11 | E 10 | S 11 | S 11 | S 11 | S 11 | S 10 | S 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 7 | SSE 13 | S 10 | NNE 6 | S 10 | S 9 | S 8 | SSE 13 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
184 | 221 | 160 | 167 | 110 | 68 | 116 | 85 | 59 | 58 | 62 | 53 | 34 | 89 | 181 | 96 | 98 | 71 | 39 | 23 | 55 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross | off | cross-off | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | on | cross-off | cross | cross-on | off | cross-off | cross-on | cross |
High Tide | 10:01AM1.38m | 10:12PM1.39m | 10:42AM1.42m | 10:52PM1.28m | 11:30AM1.43m | 11:38PM1.16m | 12:28PM1.43m | 00:36AM1.03m | 1:38PM1.44m | 1:55AM0.94m | 3:02PM1.46m | 3:36AM0.92m | 4:24PM1.53m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 4:07PM0.27m | 4:27AM0.22m | 4:56PM0.33m | 5:04AM0.26m | 5:53PM0.41m | 5:47AM0.31m | 7:03PM0.49m | 6:41AM0.37m | 8:30PM0.52m | 7:49AM0.41m | 10:09PM0.49m | 9:10AM0.42m | 11:24PM0.39m | ||||||||
6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | |
— | 5:30 | — | — | 5:30 | — | — | 5:30 | — | — | 5:30 | — | — | 5:31 | — | — | 5:31 | — | — | 5:32 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 19 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 17 | 23 | 22 | 20 | 28 | 28 | 23 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 27 | 27 | 24 | 23 | 21 | 19 |
Feels °C | 16 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 14 | 21 | 19 | 17 | 25 | 24 | 21 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 20 | 18 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 9 | SSE 17 | SSE 8 | SSE 11 | ENE 10 | E 10 | S 11 | S 11 | S 11 | NNE 5 | S 10 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | SSE 7 | SSE 13 | S 10 | S 9 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 5 | SSE 5 |
56 | 94 | 160 | 167 | 102 | 68 | 116 | 85 | 59 | 28 | 53 | 45 | 35 | 89 | 181 | 96 | 42 | 57 | 31 | 15 | 18 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 9 | E 8 | SSE 15 | E 10 | S 11 | S 11 | E 10 | E 10 | E 9 | S 11 | ENE 9 | S 10 | SSE 10 | E 10 | S 8 | NNE 5 | SSE 12 | S 10 | S 9 | S 8 | SSE 13 |
25 | 22 | 91 | 73 | 110 | 65 | 70 | 48 | 45 | 58 | 29 | 53 | 34 | 28 | 66 | 15 | 29 | 71 | 39 | 23 | 55 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 18 | E 12 | E 11 | SSE 16 | SSE 15 | S 9 | NNE 4 | NE 11 | NE 11 | E 9 | NE 10 | E 10 | E 10 | SSE 10 | NNE 5 | E 9 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | NNE 5 |
64 | 3 | 36 | 83 | 84 | 38 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 45 | 4 | 28 | 29 | 20 | 23 | 27 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 10 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 9 | SSE 8 | — | — | NE 2 | NNW 3 | N 4 | NNE 4 | N 5 | N 5 | NNE 5 | SW 3 | SSE 4 | NNE 6 | NNE 5 | N 5 | NNE 6 | — | SSW 3 | SSE 4 | — |
184 | 221 | — | — | 1 | 4 | 12 | 25 | 27 | 53 | 62 | 2 | 5 | 29 | 26 | 37 | 98 | — | 2 | 15 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 282 | 0 | 0 | 166 | 0 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 8 | 79 | 0 | 1 | 135 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 58 |
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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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