Schnappers Point Surf Break

Lat Long: 41.20° S 173.33° E

Schnappers Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 5 am 16 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Schnappers Point sea temperature is
12.3° C
0.4° 

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 15 Jul 2026:

  • Most powerful swell: Friday 17 Jul, 6PM (local time) - 0.5ft (0.2m), 16s period, NNW swell with 24 kJ wave energy.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Schnappers Point this week:

The most powerful waves expected at Schnappers Point in the next 16 days are 0.2m 16s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 17) at 6PM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 2s period and expected on Tuesday (Jul 21) at 12AM.

Wave TypeTime (NZST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)--
Best Surf--
Most Powerful 6PM (Fri 17th Jul)0.5ft (0.2m) 16s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the table for the coming days.

To be straight with you, the next week and a half is gonna be a real struggle. We’re looking at a long, dry spell with hardly any swell to speak of until the very end of the month. From now through to around the 28th of July, the surf is essentially flat or offering just tiny, weak bumps that aren’t worth paddling out for. You’ll be sitting on your board doing nothing. There’s a solid 10-day gap where there’s just no recommendation from me.

The only real action, and I mean the *only* action, starts to show up on Wednesday the 29th of July at Schnappers Point. This is a point break, fairly consistent, and it’s exposed to the swell. The water temp is sitting at 54°F, which is about average for this time of year, so nothing unusual there.

On the morning of the 29th, we’ll see a pulse of swell – 4ft from the north. The energy is moderate (135), and the period is a short 6 seconds, so it’ll be a bit crumbly and not super powerful. The wind is light and clean from the southwest, which is cross-offshore, so it’ll be ridable. It’s not a standout, just a small window of opportunity after a long wait.

Later that afternoon, the swell bumps up to 6ft from the north, but the period stays short at 7 seconds. The energy picks up to moderate (279). But here’s the catch – the wind goes onshore from the north-northwest. That’s going to mess it up. It’s better for the experts only if they’re desperate, but for most of us, it’s going to be a messy, onshore close-out. The crowds are listed as “often” here, so expect company.

After that, the 30th and 31st of July drop back down to small, weak 2ft to 3ft waves with onshore winds, so it’s back to the waiting game.

To be honest, the whole 16-day window is a real bust. The 29th of July is the only day that even has a pulse, but it’s not a day to write home about. If you’re desperate for a paddle, that Wednesday morning might give you a few grovelly ones, but keep your expectations low.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Thu afternoon, min 5°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Mon afternoon. Very mild (max 13°C on Mon morning, min 7°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Thursday
16
Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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NNW
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0.2
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15
0.3
NNW
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16
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Energy kJ
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22
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Wind (km/h)
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10
WNW
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S
15
SW
10
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10
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15
SW
20
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10
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NNE
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High Tide
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
3:11AM2.79m
3:43PM2.68m
Low Tide
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
9:21AM0.70m
9:48PM0.88m
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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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