
Surf Forecasts:
North wall surf forecast from 8 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 13 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 10s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 13 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 10s period, S swell with 855 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 9 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 9s period with E 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 Sunday (Aug 09) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at North wall in the next 16 days are 2.1m 10s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 13) at 10PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.9m 6s period and expected on Monday (Aug 10) at 10AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Sun 9th Aug) | 4ft (1.2m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 10PM (Thu 13th Aug) | 7ft (2.1m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 10PM (Thu 13th Aug) | 7ft (2.1m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for North wall over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s take a look at what’s cookin’ for the next couple of weeks.
We’re starting off with a bit of a slow burn. The first few days are for the patient ones, with small, weak swell. The water temp is sitting at 68°F, which is about average for this time of year, so nothing wild there.
Saturday 8th August kicks off with small 3ft swell from the ENE at Northwall, but the wind is a clean cross-off. It’s an okay start, but the energy is weak (180). Later in the day, a bit more size comes in at 4ft, but it’s a messy cross-shore wind. Not your best bet.
Sunday 9th August morning offers a little more hope with a 4ft easterly swell and a 9-second period, glassy conditions with a light northerly. It’s rideable, but still small and weak. The afternoon gets blown out by a strong cross-on breeze.
Then we hit a real flat patch. From Monday 10th August right through to Wednesday 12th August, the swell drops into the 2ft to 3ft range with weak combined energy (80 to 146). The wind is mostly clean, but the waves are just too small and gutless to get excited about.
Thursday 13th August afternoon is where things start to get interesting. The swell jumps to 7ft from the south, with a solid 9-second period and a huge spike in energy (1290). The wind is a gentle cross-shore, but the tide could be a factor. This is a big, powerful swell, and it’s only for experienced surfers. The morning is a bit smaller, but still a sign of what’s coming.
Now, the standout window. Friday 14th August morning is the pick of the whole forecast. You’ve got a clean 6ft south swell, a nice 11-second period, light offshore winds from the SW, and a very solid energy reading (701). The water is clean, the waves will have good shape, and it’s a proper groundswell. This is the one to circle. The afternoon gets a bit skittish with a cross-shore wind, but that morning session is pure gold.
Saturday 15th August holds onto some decent 5ft to 5ft south swell, but the wind is cross-off, not quite as clean as Friday. The energy is still good (376-356), so it’s worth a paddle, but Friday is the clear winner.
After that, it’s a slow decline. From Sunday 16th August onwards, the swell drops and the wind gets messy. There are a few moments of clean, small waves (like 2ft to 3ft) in the last week, but nothing to write home about. The energy readings are weak, and the wind is often onshore or cross. The sharks might be the only ones getting a ride.
The Bottom Line: The best surf on offer is Friday 14th August morning at Northwall. Grab a 6ft south swell with offshore wind and decent period. It’s the only real standout. Everything else is small, weak, or blown out.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Mon morning. Warm (max 20°C on Mon morning, min 13°C on Sat night). Winds increasing (light winds from the NE on Sat night, fresh winds from the N by Sun night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Wed afternoon, min 11°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | |||||||||||||||
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) | ENE 8 | E 8 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 8 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | S 6 | S 9 | S 10 | S 11 | S 10 | SSE 8 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
75 | 169 | 230 | 185 | 146 | 119 | 116 | 126 | 103 | 80 | 82 | 84 | 85 | 85 | 61 | 91 | 718 | 855 | 669 | 464 | 211 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross | off | off | cross | off |
High Tide | 4:40PM1.52m | 4:59AM0.97m | 5:46PM1.65m | 6:09AM1.04m | 6:41PM1.75m | 7:05AM1.12m | 7:30PM1.81m | 7:53AM1.20m | 8:16PM1.82m | 8:37AM1.26m | 8:58PM1.76m | 9:19AM1.30m | 9:37PM1.67m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 11:34PM0.46m | 10:37AM0.33m | 00:37AM0.36m | 11:45AM0.27m | 1:28AM0.26m | 12:45PM0.20m | 2:11AM0.19m | 1:39PM0.14m | 2:52AM0.14m | 2:28PM0.11m | 3:29AM0.12m | 3:14PM0.13m | |||||||||
6:24 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | |
— | 5:17 | — | — | 5:17 | — | — | 5:19 | — | — | 5:19 | — | — | 5:20 | — | — | 5:21 | — | — | 5:21 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 17 | 18 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 17 | 20 | 16 | 15 | 20 | 20 | 17 | 22 | 23 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 17 |
Feels °C | 15 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 13 | 15 | 11 | 10 | 17 | 16 | 13 | 19 | 19 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 14 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 8 | E 8 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 8 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | S 9 | SSE 10 | S 11 | SSE 10 | S 11 |
75 | 169 | 230 | 185 | 146 | 119 | 116 | 254 | 91 | 80 | 82 | 84 | 85 | 85 | 61 | 43 | 529 | 653 | 669 | 315 | 62 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 10 | S 10 | SSE 9 | NE 9 | S 8 | NE 8 | S 8 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | NNE 6 | WSW 3 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 5 | NNE 5 | E 9 | E 9 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 9 |
68 | 46 | 28 | 27 | 10 | 10 | 1 | 126 | 103 | 36 | 1 | 23 | 15 | 17 | 14 | 6 | 43 | 44 | 30 | 31 | 29 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 8 | S 4 | NE 9 | S 8 | SSE 9 | S 7 | E 13 | E 13 | S 10 | — | NE 12 | S 9 | S 8 | S 11 | S 9 | S 10 | NNE 5 | NNE 8 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 9 |
37 | 2 | 20 | 11 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 | — | 5 | 7 | 5 | 38 | 13 | 18 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 3 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 3 | — | — | — | NNE 4 | NNE 5 | NNE 6 | WNW 4 | W 3 | W 3 | NNE 6 | W 3 | W 3 | N 6 | WSW 3 | S 6 | S 9 | S 10 | — | S 10 | SSE 8 |
4 | — | — | — | 17 | 103 | 284 | 20 | 5 | 5 | 45 | 4 | 1 | 23 | 3 | 91 | 718 | 855 | — | 464 | 211 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 254 | 135 | 254 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 148 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 38 | 0 |
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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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