Raffs Beach Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.28° S 144.51° E

Raffs Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 am 28 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Raffs Beach sea temperature is
13.0° C
0.2° 

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


Raffs Beach surf forecast from 28 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 29 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 13s period, SW swell with cross-shore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 29 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 16s period, SW swell with 9,299 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 29 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 13s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Raffs Beach this week:

The surf forecast for Raffs Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 29) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 4.0m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 2.3m and 16s. The wind is predicted to be cross-shore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Raffs Beach in the next 16 days are 4.5m 16s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 29) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.3m 5s period and expected on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 4PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 7AM (Wed 29th Jul)13ft (4.0m) 13s
Best Surf 7AM (Wed 29th Jul)13ft (4.0m) 13s
Most Powerful10AM (Wed 29th Jul)15ft (4.5m) 16s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, let’s break it down. We’ve got a long run ahead, but the first few days are a bit of a wash.

The first real chance is Tuesday morning, July 28th, at Raffs Beach. Swell is 1.5m from the SW, with a 13-second period, and the wind is offshore from the NNW at 30 km/h. Water temp is 13.0°, which is about normal for this time of year. The combined energy is moderate at 861. It’s clean, but the forecast says it’s marginal, so don’t expect a world-beater. The afternoon gets bigger, 1.8m from the SW with a 15-second period, but the wind goes cross-offshore, and the energy jumps to 1382. Still, it’s a bit iffy.

Wednesday, July 29th, is a total loss. The swell is massive – 4.0m in the morning, 3.5m in the afternoon – but the wind is cross-onshore, and the energy is huge (8348 and 6112). That’s just lumpy, choppy junk. Kite surfers might love it, but for paddle surfing, forget it.

Thursday, July 30th, the swell drops to 2.4m in the morning from the WSW, with a 13-second period and cross-shore wind. The energy is still high at 3676, but the conditions are marginal. The afternoon is similar, 2.3m from the SW, still cross-shore, energy 2918. Not great.

Friday, July 31st, we’re down to 1.5m in the morning, period 12 seconds, light cross-shore wind, energy 641. It’s rideable, but nothing special. The afternoon is even smaller, 1.4m, period 11 seconds, light cross-onshore. Still marginal.

Now, here’s where it gets good. Saturday, August 1st, is the standout. Morning brings 1.2m from the SW, 11-second period, clean offshore wind from the north at 10 km/h, energy 748. The afternoon is even better: 1.3m from the SW, a very long 18-second period, light cross-offshore wind, energy 1721. The water is clean, and that long period means real groundswell – this is the kind of day you wait for. It’s a beginner-friendly size, but the long period might make it a bit more challenging for absolute beginners. The crowd profile says “sometimes,” so you might have a few others out, but it’s worth it.

Sunday, August 2nd, starts with 1.7m from the SW, 16-second period, cross-offshore wind at 30 km/h, energy 1568. It’s clean, but the wind is a bit fresh. The afternoon turns ugly with cross-onshore wind and choppy conditions.

Monday, August 3rd, is another poor day – 2.5m in the morning, cross-onshore, energy 2956, just messy. The afternoon is similar but smaller.

Tuesday, August 4th, drops to 1.3m from the SW, 12-second period, cross-shore wind, energy 668. It’s marginal, but it’s clean enough for a quick session.

Wednesday, August 5th, is another beauty. Morning: 1.2m from the SW, 14-second period, clean offshore wind from the NNW at 10 km/h, energy 787. Afternoon: 0.9m from the SW, 17-second period, light cross-offshore wind, energy 978. Both slots are clean, with that long period giving you real quality. This is a solid second standout – smaller, but perfect for a relaxed session.

Thursday, August 6th, is consistent but small. Morning: 0.8m from the SW, 16-second period, offshore wind, energy 614. Afternoon: 1.0m from the SW, 14-second period, clean, energy 427. It’s good, but not as punchy as the previous

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Tue afternoon. Very mild (max 15°C on Tue morning, min 6°C on Tue night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the NW on Tue afternoon, light winds from the W by Thu night).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Sat afternoon, min 9°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

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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1.8
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1.6
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
721
1308
2158
9299
6382
3781
1541
1127
736
570
478
455
369
1124
2550
1482
1314
1092
2233
2035
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Wind (km/h)
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NNW
35
NW
35
WNW
30
WSW
30
WSW
15
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20
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High Tide
10:56AM1.29m
9:38PM1.16m
11:52AM1.32m
10:44PM1.14m
12:39PM1.36m
11:48PM1.16m
1:20PM1.40m
00:46AM1.20m
1:56PM1.42m
1:38AM1.25m
2:29PM1.44m
2:26AM1.31m
2:59PM1.45m
3:11AM1.36m
Low Tide
4:37PM0.89m
4:34AM0.36m
5:50PM0.83m
5:32AM0.33m
6:45PM0.74m
6:25AM0.30m
7:28PM0.65m
7:13AM0.29m
8:05PM0.56m
7:57AM0.29m
8:39PM0.48m
8:38AM0.32m
9:12PM0.40m
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Information about the Raffs Beach Surf forecast

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