
Surf Forecasts:
Quatro-Once (411) surf forecast from 12 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 12 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 14s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 12 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 14s period, SSW swell with 647 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 12 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 14s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Quatro-Once (411) this week:
The surf forecast for Quatro-Once (411) over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 12) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 6s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Quatro-Once (411) in the next 16 days are 1.3m 14s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 12) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 3s period and expected on Monday (Jul 13) at 4PM.
| Wave Type | Time (EST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Sun 12th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 1AM (Sun 12th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 1AM (Sun 12th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Quatro-Once (411) over the next 16 days.
Alright, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what’s on the menu for the next couple of weeks.
We’ve got a consistent run of solid SSW groundswell lining up, with a real standout period kicking off around the 21st of July. The water is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, sitting at 86°, so the tropics are definitely in the building.
The first few days are a bit of a mixed bag. Saturday afternoon the 11th sees a 5ft SSW swell, but with a risk of thunderstorms and average conditions, it's not really worth getting excited about. Sunday morning the 12th shapes up a bit better with a 4ft SSW swell, a glassy surface and light winds, but the energy is moderate (715). The best bet for the early part of the week is Monday morning, the 13th, with a cleaner 3ft SSW swell and a cross-off breeze, but it’s still a warm-up act.
The real sweet spot starts to build from the 21st of July. Tuesday morning the 21st, we’ve got a 4ft SSW groundswell with a 14-second period, glassy conditions, and moderate energy (727). That’s a good one. Then Wednesday morning the 22nd is even better – 4ft SSW, cross-off winds, and clean lines.
But the two absolute standouts are the 25th and 26th of July. Saturday morning the 25th, we’re looking at a 3ft SSW swell, but with a 21-second period and a massive energy reading of 1102. That’s a very long-period groundswell. It’s going to be super clean with glassy conditions, but that long period will make it break a bit straight at the beach. For a point break like Quatro-Once (411), this is setup for perfection. It’s an expert-level session. Then Sunday morning the 26th, we’ve got 4ft SW swell with a 19-second period and energy of 1166, clean cross-off winds. Unreal potential.
For the second week, the quality holds, but with a bit more wind. The 24th of July has some very long-period swell too, with a 24-second period, but the swell height is smaller.
Overall, the real magic is locked in for the 25th and 26th of July. Don’t sleep on the 21st and 22nd either, but those two days at the end of the run are the ones to circle. The swell direction matches the optimum for Quatro-Once, which is a consistent point break, so expect it to handle the energy well. Crowds are possible, so get there early.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 32mm), heaviest during Sat afternoon. Warm (max 31°C on Tue morning, min 25°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 25mm), heaviest during Fri morning. Warm (max 31°C on Tue afternoon, min 26°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 12 | SSW 16 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 |
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921 | 647 | 638 | 545 | 440 | 368 | 467 | 215 | 346 | 372 | 396 | 487 | 224 | 322 | 427 | 440 | 621 | 460 | 499 | 476 | 569 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | cross-off | glassy | on | cross | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | glassy | glassy | on | cross | glassy | glassy | glassy | glassy |
High Tide | 1:13AM2.91m | 1:29PM3.28m | 2:16AM3.10m | 2:30PM3.42m | 3:14AM3.32m | 3:27PM3.54m | 4:07AM3.50m | 4:20PM3.61m | 4:57AM3.64m | 5:10PM3.61m | 5:45AM3.69m | 5:59PM3.54m | 6:31AM3.65m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 6:55PM0.52m | 7:12AM0.77m | 7:57PM0.35m | 8:16AM0.62m | 8:54PM0.17m | 9:16AM0.46m | 9:48PM0.03m | 10:11AM0.34m | 10:38PM-0.05m | 11:04AM0.27m | 11:26PM-0.04m | 11:54AM0.26m | 00:13AM0.05m | 12:43PM0.33m | |||||||
— | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:13 | |
6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | 6:43 | |
mm | 10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 8 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 8 | 1 | 8 |
Temp °C | 27 | 26 | 28 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 25 | 25 | 31 | 31 | 27 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 29 |
Feels °C | 31 | 29 | 32 | 31 | 29 | 31 | 28 | 28 | 34 | 35 | 31 | 33 | 32 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 34 | 33 | 31 | 34 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 |
921 | 647 | 638 | 545 | 440 | 368 | 467 | 215 | 346 | 372 | 396 | 487 | 224 | 206 | 427 | 440 | 621 | 460 | 499 | 476 | 569 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 8 | SW 6 | SW 6 | SSW 6 | SW 6 | SW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 15 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SW 18 | SSW 6 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SW 20 | SSW 5 | SSW 5 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SW 20 |
5 | 38 | 56 | 69 | 46 | 29 | 13 | 169 | 64 | 76 | 111 | 6 | 174 | 322 | 41 | 16 | 6 | 11 | 10 | 13 | 61 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SW 22 | SW 23 | SSW 18 | SSW 21 | S 16 | WSW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 5 | SW 18 | SSW 16 | W 5 | SW 15 | SW 13 | SW 20 | W 18 | SSW 20 | SSW 18 | SW 21 | SW 21 | SW 16 |
— | 19 | 21 | 31 | 44 | 132 | 13 | 22 | 6 | 79 | 85 | 2 | 76 | 28 | 16 | 6 | 37 | 33 | 18 | 17 | 10 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 6 | — | — | — | — | — | NE 3 | — | NE 3 | WNW 6 | NW 6 | — | SW 5 | W 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | NNE 3 |
25 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | 2 | 6 | 8 | — | 7 | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 50 | 0 | 0 | 147 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 56 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Information about the Quatro-Once (411) Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Quatro-Once (411) provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Quatro-Once (411) can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Quatro-Once (411) 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 (Quatro-Once (411)) 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 Quatro-Once (411) 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.











