
Surf Forecasts:
Spanish Bay-South Moss surf forecast from 15 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 16 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 8s period, NW swell with 517 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Spanish Bay-South Moss this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Spanish Bay-South Moss in the next 16 days are 2.1m 8s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 16) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Thu 16th Jul) | 7ft (2.1m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Spanish Bay-South Moss over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, it's Rusty. Let's get into it. We're looking at a stretch ahead that has a bit of a slow start, but there's a glimmer later on. The water temp at Spanish Bay-South Moss is sitting at 57°F, which is pretty much what you'd expect for this time of year.
The first few days are a bit of a write-off for quality surfing. From Wednesday the 15th through to late in the month, the conditions are a struggle. The wind is mostly onshore from the NW or WNW, and while the swell size creeps up to around 6ft by Thursday the 16th, it's all short period stuff (8 seconds) and the combined energy readings suggest a bit of push, but the "poor surf conditions" tag tells the real story. It's going to be bumpy and disorganised.
By Sunday the 19th, the swell drops right off to around 3ft, and the wind goes light though still onshore. The energy is moderate but the wave comment is "marginal," so you're basically looking at tiny, weak waves if you're really desperate for a paddle. That flat, poor trend continues through the next week, with swell barely getting above 3ft and winds consistently from the NW or WNW. It's a real lull.
Now, here's where it gets a bit more interesting. Looking way out, around Friday the 24th, the swell starts to pick up again. We see a jump to about 4ft from the S with a 14-second period. The combined energy hits a solid moderate range. The wind is still onshore from the WNW, but there's a chance for more shape if the wind co-operates. That Friday the 24th morning session is the most promising of the whole outlook, but it's still described as "marginal," so don't expect perfection.
By Saturday the 25th, the swell direction waffles a bit, but we see a very long period groundswell of 21 seconds from the SW hitting 3ft. The energy is strong. A long period like that (over 15 seconds) is powerful and will have long lulls between sets, which is great for paddling out, but at a beach break like Spanish Bay, it can break a bit too straight and tricky. It's mainly for the experienced crew.
So, the honest call here: there's one standout window, and that’s the morning of Friday the 24th of July. Swell around 4ft from the S, a decent 14-second period, and if the light WNW breeze stays light, it could be borderline. It's not a classic day, but given the long flat spell, that's your best bet. The rest of the month is mostly a waiting game.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Wed morning, min 13°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Mon afternoon, min 13°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | WNW 17 | WNW 17 | WNW 16 | WNW 16 | WNW 16 | WNW 16 | WNW 16 | WNW 15 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 17 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 |
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187 | 283 | 418 | 439 | 489 | 509 | 374 | 344 | 385 | 371 | 366 | 280 | 273 | 280 | 271 | 251 | 251 | 322 | 166 | 279 | 259 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on |
High Tide | 12:59PM1.29m | 11:37PM1.96m | 1:41PM1.34m | 00:29AM1.79m | 2:22PM1.41m | 1:23AM1.57m | 3:04PM1.47m | 2:23AM1.33m | 3:47PM1.52m | 3:35AM1.12m | 4:30PM1.56m | 5:08AM0.97m | 5:15PM1.58m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 5:34PM0.73m | 6:56AM-0.38m | 6:35PM0.69m | 7:37AM-0.23m | 7:40PM0.65m | 8:16AM-0.04m | 8:51PM0.61m | 8:55AM0.17m | 10:08PM0.55m | 9:33AM0.40m | 11:28PM0.45m | 10:13AM0.60m | 00:44AM0.33m | ||||||||
6:00 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | |
— | 8:25 | — | — | 8:24 | — | — | 8:24 | — | — | 8:23 | — | — | 8:23 | — | — | 8:22 | — | — | 8:22 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 17 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
Feels °C | 16 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 14 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | WNW 19 | NW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | NW 7 | NW 8 | WNW 8 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 9 | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 |
187 | 283 | 418 | 439 | 207 | 509 | 374 | 300 | 193 | 126 | 129 | 98 | 162 | 145 | 107 | 86 | 88 | 322 | 133 | 279 | 259 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 13 | WNW 13 | SW 16 | WNW 19 | SW 16 | WNW 19 | WNW 17 | WNW 17 | WNW 16 | WNW 16 | WNW 16 | WNW 16 | S 14 | S 13 | S 12 | S 12 | SW 16 | NW 9 | S 11 | NW 8 | S 10 |
63 | 58 | 90 | 214 | 89 | 271 | 344 | 344 | 385 | 371 | 366 | 280 | 243 | 280 | 190 | 171 | 251 | 88 | 79 | 25 | 50 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 18 | SSW 12 | WNW 20 | SW 16 | WNW 12 | SW 19 | SW 19 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 18 | SW 18 | NW 11 | WNW 16 | WNW 15 | SW 16 | SW 16 | WNW 14 | S 12 | SSW 17 | S 10 | WNW 13 |
108 | 30 | 163 | 89 | 30 | 125 | 130 | 74 | 74 | 246 | 258 | 55 | 273 | 270 | 271 | 251 | 163 | 129 | 166 | 30 | 65 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | NW 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NW 8 | — | — | — | NNW 3 | — | NW 8 | WNW 5 | NW 6 |
— | — | — | — | 489 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 104 | — | — | — | 1 | — | 84 | 42 | 61 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 38 | 38 | 15 | 38 | 38 | 15 | 38 | 38 | 15 | 38 | 38 | 15 | 38 | 38 | 15 | 141 | 38 | 15 | 38 | 38 | 15 |
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Information about the Spanish Bay-South Moss Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Spanish Bay-South Moss provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Spanish Bay-South Moss can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Spanish Bay-South Moss 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 (Spanish Bay-South Moss) 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 Spanish Bay-South Moss 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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