Pobbles Beach Surf Break

Lat Long: 51.57° N 4.11° W

Pobbles Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 12 pm 26 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Pobbles Beach sea temperature is
20.6° C
4.7° 

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


Pobbles Beach surf forecast from 26 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 26 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 7s period, W swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 30 Jul, 1PM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 7s period, WSW swell with 181 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 26 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 7s period with W swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Pobbles Beach this week:

The surf forecast for Pobbles Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 26) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 7s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Pobbles Beach in the next 16 days are 1.5m 7s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 30) at 1PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 3s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 01) at 10PM.

Wave TypeTime (BST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10PM (Sun 26th Jul)4.5ft (1.3m) 7s
Best Surf10PM (Sun 26th Jul)4.5ft (1.3m) 7s
Most Powerful 1PM (Thu 30th Jul)5ft (1.5m) 7s

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


The Lowdown

Alright surfers, Rusty here. Let’s be straight with you – this outlook for Pobbles Beach is a tough one. We’re looking at a long 16-day window, and honestly, the first week is pretty much a write-off. The good news doesn’t really start showing up until we hit August, and even then, it’s a mixed bag. So, if you’re looking for a clean wave right now, you might want to take the week off.

We kick things off with the first recommendation coming in on Saturday, July 26. The water is sitting at 69°F – that’s much warmer than usual for this time of year, so at least you won’t need a thick suit. But that’s where the positivity ends for a while. The morning has a 6ft swell from the W, but with a short, weak 7-second period and a cross-offshore wind of 19 mph, the combined energy is weak (279). The surf report calls it poor, and I’m not one to argue. The afternoon is similar with a 5ft swell. This trend of poor, choppy, cross-shore conditions sticks with us right through the end of July and into the start of August. There’s a couple of mornings with glassy conditions (like Saturday, August 1 and Sunday, August 2), but the swell is tiny – down to 1ft – so it’s not going to get you wet.

Now, the real story starts around Tuesday, August 4. We get a jump in energy with a 5ft swell from the WSW, but it’s all cross-onshore and lumpy. The combined energy is moderate (442) but the quality is completely shot. You’ll see similar sized, messy swell roll through Wednesday, August 5 as well. Don't bother.

Finally, we get a glimmer of hope on Thursday, August 6. The morning brings a solid 6ft groundswell from the WSW, with the combined energy building to a moderate (398). The wind shifts to a light cross-offshore from the NNE at 9 mph, and the report says clean conditions. This is our first genuine standout of the period. The swell is still a bit on the bigger side at 6ft – a touch chunky for beginners, but a fun size for anyone with a bit of experience. The 8-second period isn't ground-breaking, but it’s enough to push some decent lines.

But hold onto your boards, because the absolute best day on offer is Saturday, August 8. This is the one to circle on your calendar. We’re looking at a strong 8ft groundswell from the SW with a 9-second period. The combined energy is a hefty (931) – you’ll feel that power. And here’s the kicker: a 0 mph wind. Glassy, calm conditions. That’s a rare treat for Pobbles Beach. This is a big swell for a spot like this, so make no mistake – this is strictly for the experienced crew. Beginners should sit this one out (it’s over 5ft). The afternoon will see the swell drop to 6ft with a cross-shore wind crinkling it up, so make your move in the morning.

The last bit of the forecast fades out with smaller, weaker swell and deteriorating wind again.

So, to keep it simple: the first week is a dud. The week of August 6th has some potential, and the absolute standout window is the morning of Saturday, August 8. Get on it if you can handle a 8ft clean swell.

Rusty

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Tue afternoon, min 14°C on Sun night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the WNW on Sun morning, light winds from the N by Tue night).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Wed morning, min 13°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Sunday
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Tuesday
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Thursday
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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233
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Wind (km/h)
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High Tide
5:18PM6.29m
5:43AM6.38m
6:05PM6.72m
6:26AM6.77m
6:46PM7.16m
7:04AM7.15m
7:22PM7.55m
7:40AM7.47m
7:57PM7.87m
8:14AM7.70m
8:30PM8.07m
8:47AM7.83m
9:04PM8.16m
Low Tide
11:02AM2.48m
11:32PM2.28m
11:53AM2.12m
00:19AM1.89m
12:35PM1.72m
00:58AM1.50m
1:12PM1.35m
1:34AM1.18m
1:46PM1.06m
2:08AM0.93m
2:18PM0.86m
2:40AM0.78m
2:50PM0.77m
3:11AM0.73m
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Information about the Pobbles Beach Surf forecast

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