Raneika Beach Surf Break

Lat Long: 39.67° S 177.08° E

Raneika Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 11 pm 26 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Raneika Beach sea temperature is
12.5° C
1.2° 

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


Raneika Beach surf forecast from 26 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 28 Jul, 9PM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 13s period, ESE swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 2 Aug, 6PM (local time) - 21ft (6.5m), 14s period, S swell with 16,313 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 28 Jul, 9PM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 13s period with ESE swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Raneika Beach this week:

The surf forecast for Raneika Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 9PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.2m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 10s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Raneika Beach in the next 16 days are 6.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 02) 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 1.1m 6s period and expected on Friday (Jul 31) at 9PM.

Wave TypeTime (NZST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 9PM (Tue 28th Jul)7ft (2.2m) 13s
Best Surf 9PM (Tue 28th Jul)7ft (2.2m) 13s
Most Powerful 6PM (Sun 2nd Aug)21ft (6.5m) 14s

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


The Lowdown

G’day, Rusty here, lookin’ at the next couple of weeks for Raneika Beach. It’s a reef break, pretty exposed to the swell, and it’s got a bit of a run of energy comin’ through.

Kickin’ off Monday the 27th of July, we’ve got some solid swell on the way, but it’s a bit of a mixed bag at first. The mornin’s seein’ a 5ft ESE swell at 13 seconds, which is a nice long period groundswell. The combined energy’s sittin’ at 1079 (moderate energy), but the wind’s a cross-off from the WSW at 16 mph, keepin’ it clean. The surf’s tagged as marginal, so it’s a bit of a gamble, but the long period should give some nice, lined-up waves on this reef. Afternoon picks up a touch to 5.2ft, energy jumpin’ to 1575, but the wind swings to a fresh SSW breeze at 19 mph, still cross-off, so it stays clean. Still, the quality’s a bit questionable.

Tuesday the 28th sees a jump in size. Mornin’s got a solid 8.2ft SE swell, 13 seconds period, and the energy’s pumpin’ at 2133 (strong energy). The wind’s a moderate SSW breeze at 12 mph, cross-off, so it’s clean. This is gettin’ into the territory where it’s better for experienced surfers, as it’s over 8ft. The quality’s still a bit marginal, though. The afternoon drops slightly to 7.9ft, but the wind goes cross from the south at 12 mph, bringin’ in a bit of cross-chop to mess things up.

Now, Wednesday the 29th is a ripper of a mornin’. We’ve got 6.2ft ESE swell at 13 seconds, still that long period, and the winds go light from the NW at 6 mph, clean cross-off. The energy’s moderate at 1142, but the forecast says “expect very good surf conditions.” This is a standout for the first week. The water temp’s not flagged as unusual, so it’s about average for this time of year. Crowds are possible here sometimes, so you might have a few mates out, but it’s worth it.

Thursday the 30th mornin’ is another good one. 4.9ft ESE swell, 12 seconds, light NW wind at 6 mph cross-off, clean as a whistle. Energy’s 719 (moderate) and the forecast says “very good surf conditions.” Beautiful. The arvo goes downhill, though, with a 4.6ft swell and a moderate NNW wind at 16 mph, still cross-off, but the session’s rated poor.

Friday the 31st drops off quickly. Mornin’ has 3.3ft ESE swell at 11 seconds, energy at 424, with a moderate NNW wind at 12 mph cross-off, but it’s marginal. Afternoon’s even smaller at 2.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 12°C on Wed afternoon, min 5°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 12mm), heaviest on Sat afternoon. Very mild (max 15°C on Thu afternoon, min 7°C on Wed night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the N on Thu night, calm by Sat afternoon).

Monday
27
Tuesday
28
Wednesday
29
Thursday
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Friday
31
Saturday
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4
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
1.3
ESE
13
1.5
ESE
13
1.6
ESE
13
2.5
SE
13
2.5
SE
13
2.4
ESE
13
2.1
ESE
13
1.9
ESE
13
1.8
ESE
12
1.8
ESE
12
1.5
ESE
12
1.4
ESE
11
1.1
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11
1
ESE
11
1
NE
9
1.1
S
7
3
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7
4
S
9
4
S
11
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
530
721
865
2179
2107
1915
1427
1116
970
872
583
455
303
268
158
123
725
2401
3917
Wind (km/h)
20
SW
25
WSW
30
SSW
15
SW
20
SSW
20
S
10
SW
10
NW
10
NE
10
NW
10
NW
25
NNW
30
N
20
NNW
20
NW
20
NW
15
N
5
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60
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Wind State
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High Tide
3:31AM1.29m
3:58PM1.38m
4:17AM1.30m
4:44PM1.40m
5:03AM1.30m
5:29PM1.42m
5:48AM1.31m
6:14PM1.44m
6:33AM1.32m
6:58PM1.45m
7:17AM1.33m
7:41PM1.45m
Low Tide
9:26PM0.35m
9:39AM0.32m
10:13PM0.34m
10:26AM0.30m
11:01PM0.33m
11:12AM0.28m
11:49PM0.31m
11:59AM0.26m
00:35AM0.28m
12:44PM0.25m
1:20AM0.26m
1:29PM0.24m
2:04AM0.24m
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47
Temp °C
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Feels °C
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6
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Information about the Raneika Beach Surf forecast

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

Raneika 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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