Ocean Beach Surf Break

Lat Long: 39.77° S 177.01° E

Ocean Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 11 pm 12 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Ocean Beach sea temperature is
12.7° C
1.1° 

Ocean Beach surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Ocean Beach surf forecast from 12 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Friday 17 Jul, 12PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 16s period, ESE swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Friday 17 Jul, 6PM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 14s period, S swell with 1,832 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 13 Jul, 6AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 11s period with S swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Ocean Beach this week:

The surf forecast for Ocean Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 13) at 6AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 0.9m and 9s. Another secondary swell of 0.3m and 2s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Ocean Beach in the next 16 days are 2.1m 14s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 17) at 6PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 5s period and expected on Friday (Jul 17) at 12AM.

Wave TypeTime (NZST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 6AM (Mon 13th Jul)2.5ft (0.8m) 11s
Best Surf12PM (Fri 17th Jul)5ft (1.6m) 16s
Most Powerful 6PM (Fri 17th Jul)7ft (2.1m) 14s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Ocean Beach over the next 16 days.


G'day, Rusty here.

Right, let's have a look at what's on the cards for the next couple of weeks. Straight up, I'll be honest with you, the week ahead is a bit of a mixed bag. We've got some swell, but the quality's going to be a real rollercoaster. The standout period is definitely the second weekend and into the following week, when things really start to line up.

Alright, let's kick off on Monday the 13th. Ocean Beach (California) is the only spot in the game. Early doors Monday morning, it’s clean enough with a light offshore breeze and a 3 ft swell from the ESE. The energy is moderate (221), and the wave comment says "surfable but very ordinary." It’s a start, but it’s not exactly firing. The water temp is about average for the time of year, so nothing to write home about there. That afternoon, the wind swings cross-on and the swell drops, making it a write-off.

Tuesday the 14th is a bit of a mess. A moderate cross-shore breeze and a weak, short-period swell make for a poor session all day. Wednesday the 15th is much the same – small, weak, and not worth the paddle out.

Now, Thursday the 16th afternoon is where we see a flicker of life. The wind goes offshore, and we get a 3 ft swell from the ESE with a very long period of 17 seconds. The energy jumps up to a strong 443, and the wave comment says "expect good surf conditions." This long-period groundswell will be a bit tricky at a beach break like Ocean Beach, as it might break a bit too straight, but it'll be clean.

Friday the 17th morning is where it gets real. The swell pushes up to 5 ft from the ESE, still with that long 15-second period. The energy is very strong at 1172, and the comment says "expect very good surf conditions." With a light cross-off breeze, it’s going to be a ripper of a morning. This is a legit standout for the first week. The afternoon gets a bit messy with a cross-on wind, so get in early.

Saturday the 18th is a write-off. Strong winds build, making it a lumpy, choppy mess. It’s more of a kite-surfing day than a paddle-surfing day.

Now, Sunday the 19th is another absolute gem. The morning sees a 3 ft, 20-second period groundswell from the SSW. That’s a very long period, which means proper, powerful lines. The energy is a massive 1492, and the comment says "excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers." This one is for the crew who know what they’re doing. The afternoon goes glassy, with the same clean 3 ft swell. Magic.

Monday the 20th morning is also excellent. A 4 ft swell from the S, with a 15-second period and a light offshore wind. The energy is very strong (1269), and the comment says "expect very good surf conditions." This is another top-notch session.

The real cream of the crop, though, is Tuesday the 21st morning. The swell is 5 ft from the S, with a 16-second period. The wind is light offshore, and the energy is 1486. The wave comment says "excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers." This is the best of the whole forecast. If you can only surf one session, make it this one.

After that, the quality drops off a bit. Wednesday the 22nd morning is glassy with a 4 ft SSW swell, which is a good, clean option. Thursday the 23rd is a complete washout with strong onshore winds. Friday the 24th morning sees a return to good conditions with a 4 ft SSW swell, 15-second period, and a light cross-off breeze. Saturday the 25th morning is also good, with a 4 ft S swell and a light offshore. The energy is moderate (736), and the comment says "expect very good surf conditions."

The last few days of the forecast, from the 26th onwards, fade back into smaller, more ordinary waves. It’s a clean end to the run, but nothing to get the heart racing.

So, to wrap it up: the run from Sunday the 19th through Tuesday the 21st is the absolute gold. Those mornings are the ones to circle on the calendar. The rest of the time is a bit of a gamble, with some clean windows and some blown-out days.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Tue afternoon, min 6°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Some drizzle, heaviest during Sat morning. Very mild (max 16°C on Thu morning, min 9°C on Fri night). Winds increasing (calm on Thu night, fresh winds from the S by Sat morning).

Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
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ESE
10
0.9
ESE
9
0.8
ESE
9
0.6
S
13
0.4
SSW
12
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NNE
5
0.4
ESE
10
0.5
E
11
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11
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ESE
13
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15
0.9
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16
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14
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14
1.3
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13
0.9
SSW
20
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SSW
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Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
175
121
92
119
46
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34
64
64
56
169
414
915
1139
1392
1132
961
774
599
700
559
Wind (km/h)
10
NW
10
WNW
10
NE
20
N
20
N
15
NNW
10
WNW
10
WNW
10
NNE
15
WNW
10
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10
WSW
10
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10
NW
10
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10
WSW
25
SSW
35
S
10
WSW
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NW
5
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Wind State
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High Tide
3:34AM1.50m
4:07PM1.64m
4:33AM1.53m
5:05PM1.69m
5:32AM1.55m
6:03PM1.71m
6:29AM1.56m
7:00PM1.72m
7:26AM1.56m
7:55PM1.70m
8:23AM1.54m
8:50PM1.66m
9:18AM1.51m
Low Tide
9:26PM0.12m
9:46AM0.05m
10:26PM0.08m
10:45AM0.02m
11:26PM0.04m
11:44AM-0.01m
00:26AM0.01m
12:43PM-0.02m
1:23AM-0.00m
1:40PM-0.02m
2:20AM-0.00m
2:36PM0.01m
3:14AM0.02m
3:31PM0.05m
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7:26
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Feels °C
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Information about the Ocean Beach Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Ocean Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Ocean Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Ocean Beach 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 (Ocean Beach) 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 Ocean Beach 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.

Ocean Beach is 20 km (12 miles) from the city of Hastings. If you plan a holiday in Hawkes Bay, look for hotels and other accommodation in Hastings. Hastings has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

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