Surf Forecasts:
Rocky Point surf forecast from 14 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 14 Sep, 8PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 6s period, ENE swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 14 Sep, 5AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 7s period, ENE swell with 68 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 14 Sep, 8PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 6s period with ENE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Rocky Point this week:
The surf forecast for Rocky Point over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 14) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 6s period. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Rocky Point in the next 16 days are 0.9m 7s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 14) at 5AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.1m 16s period and expected on Wednesday (Sep 16) at 8AM.
| Wave Type | Time (-10) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8PM (Mon 14th Sep) | 3ft (0.9m) 6s |
| Best Surf | 8PM (Mon 14th Sep) | 3ft (0.9m) 6s |
| Most Powerful | 5AM (Mon 14th Sep) | 3ft (0.9m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Rocky Point over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, Rusty here.
Alright, let’s be straight up – the next couple of weeks are a tough slog if you’re chasing waves at Rocky Point. We’ve got a real dry spell for the better part of this forecast window. The first solid surf recommendation doesn’t actually pop up until Sunday the 27th of September, and even then, it’s a bit of a mixed bag.
From now right through to Saturday the 26th, the swell is tiny, mostly bouncing around 0.7ft to 3ft, and the energy in the water is weak (combined energy values mostly in the single or double digits). The wind is often cross or cross-on, keeping things choppy and messy. There are brief moments of glassy conditions, like Thursday morning the 17th, but with only 1.0ft on the tap and a short period of 8 seconds, there’s just nothing to ride. This is a proper lull, about a week and a half of no real surf to speak of.
Now, the standout moment, and truly the only one that’s worth getting a little excited about, is the afternoon of Sunday the 27th of September. The wind swings offshore from the south at a solid 16 mph, and we get a pulse of swell that jumps to 1.0ft, but from the northwest with a very long period of 22 seconds. The combined energy hits 87 (moderate), so there’s some push behind it. The forecast says “surfable waves but very ordinary conditions,” but that offshore wind is a major positive—it’ll clean things right up. For a reef and point break like Rocky Point, that long-period groundswell sets up nicely, offering proper shape and those long lulls between sets. It’s not a day for beginners with that wind strength, but for anyone looking for a clean, fun wave, that’s the one to circle.
Right after that, on Monday the 28th, the swell fills in a bit more with 4ft to 4ft from the east, but the energy is moderate (179 on Monday morning). The period drops right back to a short 6 seconds, so it’ll be a bit lumpy and less appealing. Crowds at Rocky Point can be around sometimes, so keep that in mind if you head out on the Sunday.
Overall, it’s a lean run, but that Sunday afternoon has a little spark. Let’s just hope the forecasts tighten up.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 7mm), mostly falling on Mon afternoon. Warm (max 26°C on Sun afternoon, min 24°C on Wed morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 7mm), mostly falling on Wed night. Warm (max 25°C on Wed afternoon, min 23°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
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Swell Height Map |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | |||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 6 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | E 6 | E 6 | ENE 6 | E 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 |
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 kJ | 49 | 56 | 68 | 66 | 51 | 20 | 13 | 16 | 37 | 15 | 9 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 6 | 19 | 19 | 18 |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-on | on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | glassy | glassy | off | off | off | cross-off | glassy | glassy | glassy | cross |
High Tide | 1:47AM0.31m | 2:10PM0.29m | 2:01AM0.28m | 2:24PM0.25m | 2:06AM0.25m | 2:24PM0.20m | 1:49AM0.22m | 1:34PM0.17m | 00:47AM0.20m | 11:37AM0.17m | 11:31PM0.20m | 10:39AM0.20m | 11:05PM0.22m | |||||||
Low Tide | 7:56PM0.06m | 8:03AM0.04m | 8:10PM0.09m | 8:21AM0.07m | 8:16PM0.11m | 8:34AM0.09m | 8:02PM0.13m | 8:27AM0.12m | 6:19PM0.14m | 6:26AM0.14m | 5:01PM0.11m | 5:15AM0.12m | 4:56PM0.08m | |||||||
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 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — |
 | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — |
mm | 2 | — | 1 | 3 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 |
Feels °C | 28 | 26 | 28 | 28 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 25 | 27 | 27 | 29 | 28 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 26 | 25 | 25 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 6 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 12 | SW 13 | SSW 11 | SW 13 |
| kJ | 49 | 56 | 68 | 66 | 51 | 322 | 376 | 448 | 567 | 483 | 435 | 401 | 313 | 261 | 183 | 200 | 120 | 130 | 82 | 87 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 19 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 17 | WSW 12 | WSW 12 | ENE 6 | NNE 9 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | SSW 13 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 |
| kJ | 170 | 249 | 235 | 238 | 281 | 77 | 79 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 9 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 35 | 19 | 19 | 18 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 10 | SW 10 | SW 8 | SW 9 | WSW 12 | E 6 | E 6 | WSW 11 | NNW 10 | NNE 9 | E 4 | NNE 8 | NE 8 | NE 10 | NNE 10 | SSW 13 | ENE 8 | S 12 | NNE 9 | SSW 11 |
| kJ | 23 | 14 | 18 | 20 | 104 | 20 | 13 | 46 | 9 | 8 | 2 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 10 | 16 | 6 | 11 | 8 | 12 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SE 3 | E 7 | E 4 | — | SSE 3 | SE 3 | SSE 3 | S 3 | SSE 3 | SE 4 | — | — | ESE 2 |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 37 | 4 | — | 7 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 2 | — | — | 1 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 22 | 22 | 22 | 14 | 0 | 12 | 2 | 7 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 34 | 1167 | 2291 | 2291 | 46 | 34 | 22 | 34 | 22 |
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The above surf forecast table for Rocky Point provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Rocky Point can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Rocky Point 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 (Rocky Point) 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).
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