
Surf Forecasts:
North wall surf forecast from 6 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 7 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 10s period, SSE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 7 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 12s period, SSE swell with 3,826 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 7 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 10s 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 (Jul 07) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.5m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 12s. 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 4.0m 12s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 07) 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 0.5m 3s period and expected on Sunday (Jul 12) at 4AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Tue 7th Jul) | 11ft (3.5m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 1AM (Tue 7th Jul) | 11ft (3.5m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 10PM (Tue 7th Jul) | 13ft (4.0m) 12s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for North wall over the next 16 days.
Updates in hr min s Forecast update imminent
Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the horizon.
Right off the bat, the first few days are a bit of a write-off for us. The swell is pumping hard, but it’s just too much for the Northwall (beach/groyne/river). We’re talking 12ft of SSE swell at 11 seconds, with a combined energy reading of 2608 – that’s some serious grunt. The wind is cross-off and the conditions are clean, but honestly, this is expert-only territory. For the beginner crew, it’s a definite no-go. That big energy holds through Tuesday and Wednesday.
Things start to settle down on Thursday the 9th of July. The swell drops to 8ft from the SSE, and while the wind is still cross-off, the score isn’t there. It’s a marginal call. That same vibe runs into Friday morning, but by Friday afternoon the swell is down to 7ft with a gentle cross-off breeze, and the energy drops to 870. It’s looking cleaner, but still not a standout.
Now, Saturday the 11th of July – that’s where my eyes light up. We’ve got a 5ft SSE swell, period of 10 seconds, and a light offshore wind from the WSW. The combined swell energy is a moderate 495, and the wave comment mentions “good surf conditions.” This is the first real window for a fun, manageable surf on the Northwall. It’s the pick of the first week.
Sunday the 12th is also promising. The swell is 4ft from the SE, with a 11-second period, and the morning has a gentle offshore. The afternoon goes absolutely glassy, with zero wind. That’s a treat. Clean, small, and friendly.
Then we hit a flat spell. From Monday the 13th right through to late in the period, the swell drops away. Monday and Tuesday are tiny and ordinary. Wednesday the 15th picks up a little with a 3ft S swell and a long 12-second period, but it’s not lighting any fires.
But hold on – Monday the 20th of July! That afternoon session looks like a real surprise package. A clean, glassy afternoon with a 8ft S swell at 8 seconds, and a combined energy of 862. That’s a solid, punchy beach break wave. It’s not too big for a confident intermediate, and with glass, it’ll be a joy.
Just be careful after that. The 21st and 22nd of July bring back those massive 10ft to 12ft swells, and it’s back to being too big for the Northwall again.
So, for the best on offer, I’d point you to Saturday the 11th for a solid all-rounder, and that glassy Monday the 20th afternoon for a sneaky good one. The weekend in between is small and clean, but not a standout.
Keep an eye on the forecasts – things can change.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 17mm), heaviest on Wed night. Very mild (max 18°C on Tue afternoon, min 14°C on Wed night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Fri morning. Warm (max 20°C on Sun afternoon, min 13°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 7 | Wednesday 8 | Thursday 9 | Friday 10 | Saturday 11 | Sunday 12 | Mon 13 | |||||||||||||||
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Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 10 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 12 | SSE 11 | SE 11 | SE 11 | SE 11 | SE 10 | SE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SE 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | ESE 11 | SE 11 | SE 11 | SE 10 | SE 9 | SE 9 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
2280 | 2529 | 3037 | 3654 | 2677 | 2168 | 1684 | 1313 | 1114 | 832 | 850 | 870 | 730 | 448 | 307 | 323 | 314 | 268 | 142 | 86 | 39 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | cross-on | cross-off | off | glassy | off | off | glassy |
High Tide | 00:33AM1.25m | 1:33PM1.07m | 1:25AM1.15m | 2:38PM1.17m | 2:27AM1.07m | 3:48PM1.30m | 3:41AM1.01m | 4:56PM1.45m | 4:58AM1.00m | 5:57PM1.61m | 6:09AM1.02m | 6:52PM1.74m | 7:09AM1.06m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 7:15AM0.24m | 7:24PM0.47m | 8:00AM0.25m | 8:41PM0.51m | 8:52AM0.26m | 10:09PM0.51m | 9:49AM0.26m | 11:33PM0.45m | 10:50AM0.24m | 00:42AM0.37m | 11:51AM0.21m | 1:39AM0.28m | 12:49PM0.17m | ||||||||
— | 6:39 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:37 | — | |
— | — | 5:00 | — | — | 5:00 | — | — | 5:01 | — | — | 5:01 | — | — | 5:02 | — | — | 5:02 | — | — | 5:04 | |
mm | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | 4 | 3 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 17 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 19 | 20 | 15 | 18 | 19 |
Feels °C | 11 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 17 | 16 | 13 | 16 | 19 | 10 | 14 | 18 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 12 | ESE 12 | ESE 12 | — | SE 15 | SE 14 | SE 11 | SE 11 | SE 10 | SE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SE 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | ESE 11 | SE 11 | SE 11 | SE 10 | SE 9 | SE 9 |
108 | 79 | 29 | — | 60 | 218 | 1684 | 1313 | 1114 | 832 | 804 | 870 | 730 | 448 | 307 | 323 | 314 | 268 | 142 | 86 | 39 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 24 | — | S 21 | SE 15 | — | S 20 | ESE 14 | ESE 13 | SSE 9 | S 9 | S 9 | S 8 | SSE 8 | S 8 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | 11 | — | 9 | 76 | — | 8 | 40 | 149 | 116 | 81 | 56 | 43 | 13 | 29 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 18 | — | — | — | S 19 | S 17 | S 15 | S 15 | E 11 | E 11 | S 7 | ESE 10 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 6 | — | — | — | 7 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 20 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 10 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 12 | SSE 11 | SE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | — | — | SSE 10 | — | — | — | — | W 2 | SSW 9 | — | W 3 | WSW 3 | — |
2280 | 2529 | 3037 | 3654 | 2677 | 2168 | 1086 | 934 | — | — | 850 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 140 | — | 4 | 3 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 37 | 37 | 79 | 26 | 65 | 27 | 19 | 8 | 27 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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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