
Surf Forecasts:
Palm Beach surf forecast from 30 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 31 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 10s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 31 Jul, 4PM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 9s period, S swell with 766 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 31 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 10s period with S swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Palm Beach this week:
The surf forecast for Palm Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 31) at 10AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.0m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 1.7m and 10s. Another secondary swell of 0.1m and 7s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Palm Beach in the next 16 days are 2.1m 9s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 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 0.6m 3s period and expected on Monday (Aug 03) at 7PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10AM (Fri 31st Jul) | 6.5ft (2.0m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 10AM (Fri 31st Jul) | 6.5ft (2.0m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 4PM (Fri 31st Jul) | 7ft (2.1m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Palm Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, Rusty here, and I’ve had a good look at what’s heading our way for Palm Beach over the next two weeks. Now, straight up, this isn’t a forecast that’ll have you rushing out the door every day, but there are a couple of windows that are worth circling on the calendar.
Right off the bat, we’ve got a little swell on offer starting Friday morning, July 31st. The ocean’s pumping out some moderate energy here, with a combined swell energy of about 1299 – that’s a solid push. Swell is coming in from the south at 7 ft, with a period of 10 seconds, so it’s got some shape to it. Water temp is sitting at 65°, which is pretty much normal for this time of year, no surprises there. The wind is a cross-off from the southwest at 9 mph, and that’s going to keep things clean. This is a beginner-friendly break, but with the swell size over 5 ft, it’s getting a bit punchy for total beginners – more for the experienced crew. Crowds can pop up here sometimes, so keep an eye out. Friday morning is looking like the standout of this early period.
Saturday morning, August 1st, the swell drops back to 5 ft from the SSE, and the energy really drops off to 396 – a lot weaker. But the wind is almost glassy, just a slight air from the WSW at 3 mph, so it’ll be clean and pretty. Still, the waves are small, so it’s a fun session, not a standout.
We hit a bit of a lull from Sunday the 2nd through to Monday the 10th of August. There are some mornings with small, clean waves, but the energy is low, and the swell is inconsistent. The wind stays favourable most days, with offshore or cross-off breezes, but the waves are mostly under 3 ft. It’s surfable, but nothing to write home about. There’s a gap of several days here where the juice just isn’t worth the squeeze.
Now, the real highlight comes on Tuesday, August 11th. This is the one to wait for. The swell builds to 7 ft from the south, with a period of 9 seconds, and the combined energy jumps to 1188 – that’s moderate to strong. Tuesday morning the wind is cross-off from the WNW at 16 mph, keeping it clean. This is getting into big surf territory – over 7 ft – so it’s for experienced surfers only. Tuesday afternoon, the energy holds at 854, and the wind swings offshore from the WNW at 12 mph, with the swell dropping to 6 ft but the period stretching to 11 seconds. That’s a long-period groundswell, meaning better shape and more energy between sets. This is the best on offer in the whole forecast. It’s a point break or reef-style setup here, so that long period will really wrap in nicely.
Wednesday, August 12th, the swell is still there at 4 ft, but the energy is halved. The wind stays offshore, so it’s still clean, but it’s a step down.
The end of the second week, from the 13th to the 15th of August, sees small, clean waves with offshore winds, but the swell is weak – under 3 ft and energy under 400. It’s a slow finish.
So, if you’re picking your moment, Friday morning, July 31st, is a solid start, but Tuesday, August 11th, is your true standout – that’s the one with the size, the energy, and the clean wind. Just remember, it’s for the experienced crew only.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Sun morning, min 10°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Mon morning, min 9°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | Thursday 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) | S 10 | S 9 | S 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 11 | SE 12 | SSE 12 | SE 11 | SE 11 | SSE 10 | ESE 7 | SSE 10 | S 6 | S 10 | S 10 | S 9 | S 9 | S 10 | S 9 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
753 | 766 | 505 | 391 | 308 | 244 | 433 | 604 | 449 | 229 | 162 | 43 | 10 | 9 | 16 | 125 | 282 | 287 | 383 | 614 | 412 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross | off | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | off | off | cross-on | off |
High Tide | 9:26PM1.70m | 10:01AM1.34m | 10:02PM1.63m | 10:38AM1.36m | 10:42PM1.54m | 11:18AM1.38m | 11:25PM1.44m | 12:03PM1.42m | 00:13AM1.33m | 12:55PM1.46m | 1:10AM1.23m | 1:54PM1.52m | 2:18AM1.16m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 3:08PM0.33m | 3:58AM0.12m | 3:48PM0.30m | 4:32AM0.12m | 4:31PM0.29m | 5:06AM0.14m | 5:18PM0.30m | 5:44AM0.17m | 6:12PM0.33m | 6:26AM0.23m | 7:14PM0.36m | 7:15AM0.29m | 8:28PM0.39m | ||||||||
6:48 | — | — | 6:47 | — | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | |
— | 5:14 | — | — | 5:15 | — | — | 5:15 | — | — | 5:15 | — | — | 5:16 | — | — | 5:16 | — | — | 5:17 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 15 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 21 | 19 | 14 | 17 | 18 | 11 | 17 | 18 | 11 | 16 | 16 | 14 |
Feels °C | 11 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 17 | 14 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 7 | 13 | 15 | 7 | 13 | 13 | 13 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 10 | S 9 | S 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 11 | SE 12 | SSE 12 | SE 11 | SE 11 | SSE 10 | ESE 7 | SSW 6 | S 6 | S 10 | S 10 | S 9 | S 9 | S 10 | S 9 |
541 | 565 | 505 | 391 | 308 | 244 | 433 | 604 | 449 | 229 | 162 | 43 | 10 | 6 | 16 | 125 | 282 | 287 | 383 | 614 | 412 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 7 | NE 6 | NE 7 | NE 7 | SE 13 | SE 13 | SE 14 | SE 14 | NE 5 | NE 5 | NE 4 | ESE 8 | SSE 10 | ESE 7 | E 8 | E 8 | E 10 | E 9 | ENE 8 | NE 8 | NE 7 |
2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 44 | 167 | 284 | 186 | 13 | 6 | 3 | 21 | 10 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 17 | 6 | 7 | 2 | 2 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 13 | E 13 | E 13 | E 12 | NE 7 | SE 15 | E 17 | S 21 | S 21 | S 21 | E 15 | E 15 | ENE 5 | SSE 10 | SE 9 | E 11 | E 18 | E 12 | E 12 | E 8 | E 12 |
3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 107 | 6 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 9 | 3 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 10 | S 9 | — | — | — | NE 6 | — | NE 8 | NNE 5 | NNW 2 | WNW 3 | WNW 3 | W 3 | SSW 6 | W 3 | WNW 3 | — | — | — | — | — |
753 | 766 | — | — | — | 2 | — | 3 | 33 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 18 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 77 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 259 | 198 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
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Information about the Palm Beach Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Palm Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Palm Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Palm 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 (Palm 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 Palm 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.
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