Schnappers Point Surf Break

Lat Long: 41.20° S 173.33° E

Schnappers Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 5 am 15 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Schnappers Point sea temperature is
12.1° C
0.6° 

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


Schnappers Point surf forecast from 14 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 15 Jul, 6PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 5s period, NNW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 16 Jul, 3AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 5s period, NW swell with 72 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 15 Jul, 6PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 5s period with NNW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Schnappers Point this week:

The surf forecast for Schnappers Point over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 15) at 6PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 5s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 5s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Schnappers Point in the next 16 days are 1.1m 5s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 16) at 3AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.5m 6s period and expected on Thursday (Jul 16) at 6AM.

Wave TypeTime (NZST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 6PM (Wed 15th Jul)2.5ft (0.8m) 5s
Best Surf 6PM (Wed 15th Jul)2.5ft (0.8m) 5s
Most Powerful 3AM (Thu 16th Jul)3.5ft (1.1m) 5s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Schnappers Point over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. I’ve had a look at the charts for the next couple of weeks, and honestly, it’s a pretty grim picture for the region. We’re looking at a long, quiet spell with hardly any swell to speak of. The first few days are a total write-off, and there’s not much to get excited about even further out. For a spot that’s fairly consistent, this is a bit of a bummer, but it happens. Let’s run through it.

The first real chance of anything surfable pops up on Thursday the 16th. In the morning we’ve got a tiny 2ft swell from the NNW, with a pathetic 6-second period. The energy is super weak, barely registering a 57 (combined swell energy). The wind is light and cross-off from the SW, which will keep the surface clean, but with that little size and power, you’re just scratching for a knee-high dribbler. It’s not worth a paddle.

From Friday the 17th right through to Wednesday the 23rd, it’s a total wasteland. We’re talking nothing but flat, glassy spells and a few tiny ripples that won’t break. The combined energy values are mostly single digits, and the swell heights are all under 1ft. Honestly, don’t even bother checking the surf cam. There’s a good week and a half of nothing.

Then, around the 25th and 26th of July, we see a faint glimmer. On Saturday the 25th, the afternoon shows a 0.7ft swell from the NNW with a *very* long period of 17 seconds. The combined energy is still low at 29, but that period is interesting. The wind goes glassy, which is a major positive. This is a long-period groundswell, which at a point break like Schnappers Point could actually focus into a clean, if small, wave. It’s not going to be big, but it might offer a few glassy rollers. The following morning, Sunday the 26th, is similar, with a 0.7ft NNW swell at 16 seconds and a light cross-off breeze. The energy is 26.

Are these the best on offer? Well, yes, but that’s a low bar. They are the only days with any real swell period and glassy or clean conditions. The water temp is around 54°F, which is a touch cooler than average for this time of year, so a good 4/3 wetsuit is the call.

Beyond that, the outlook fades back into flatness. The period from the 27th to the 30th of July shows zero swell height and zero energy. So, if you’re looking for a surf, those few afternoons around the 25th and 26th are your only real bet, and even then, keep your expectations very low. The rest of the 16-day window is a total blank.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Wed afternoon, min 5°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Some drizzle, heaviest during Sat night. Very mild (max 13°C on Sat afternoon, min 6°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light.

Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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Monday
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0.6
N
6
0.5
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0.2
NNW
16
0.7
NNW
6
0.5
N
6
0.3
NNW
5
0.2
NNW
5
0.1
NW
16
0.1
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16
0.3
WSW
2
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NNW
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11
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Energy kJ
30
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24
33
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Wind (km/h)
5
SW
5
W
5
NNW
10
SW
15
WSW
10
SSW
10
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10
NNW
10
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20
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15
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5
ESE
5
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5
SSE
5
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5
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10
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High Tide
10:15AM3.29m
10:38PM3.55m
11:04AM3.35m
11:26PM3.59m
11:50AM3.34m
00:11AM3.54m
12:36PM3.27m
00:55AM3.41m
1:20PM3.15m
1:39AM3.22m
2:05PM3.00m
2:24AM3.01m
2:52PM2.83m
Low Tide
4:22PM0.08m
4:53AM0.00m
5:08PM0.03m
5:39AM-0.02m
5:53PM0.05m
6:23AM0.03m
6:37PM0.14m
7:06AM0.14m
7:21PM0.29m
7:49AM0.31m
8:06PM0.49m
8:33AM0.50m
8:53PM0.69m
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Information about the Schnappers Point Surf forecast

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

Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Schnappers Point 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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