
Surf Forecasts:
Spot x surf forecast from 27 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 2 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 14s period, SW swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 1 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 16ft (5.0m), 15s period, SW swell with 10,557 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 28 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Spot x this week:
The surf forecast for Spot x over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 24s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Spot x in the next 16 days are 5.0m 15s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 01) at 11AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 5s period and expected on Thursday (Jul 30) at 2PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AWST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2AM (Tue 28th Jul) | 10ft (3.0m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 2AM (Sun 2nd Aug) | 13ft (4.0m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 11AM (Sat 1st Aug) | 16ft (5.0m) 15s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Spot x over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here, let’s look at what’s coming up for Spot x.
The next few days are a bit of a mixed bag, but there’s some serious size on the way if you’re willing to wait. We’ve got a solid run of swell starting now, but the wind is going to be the main character for a while.
Kicking off Monday the 27th, we’ve got a chunky 12ft SW swell (12-second period) rolling in, but that southerly cross-shore at 12 mph is putting a chop on it. The wave energy is moderate (3588), but the conditions are just marginal. Not a write-off, but you’ll be working for it. Tuesday the 28th looks better: the swell drops a touch to 10ft, but the period stretches to 14 seconds, and with an ESE light breeze, it’s cross-off and clean. This is the pick of the early week – solid, powerful groundswell, and the water temp is sitting at 66°, which is about a degree warmer than usual for this time of year, so it’s a touch on the mild side.
Wednesday the 29th is a gem for the morning. A light offshore from the NE at 9 mph, 8ft SW swell, 13-second period – clean, groomed lines. The wave energy is moderate (2823). This is the kind of day you rearrange your schedule for. It’s a reef break, and with that long period, expect the sets to have some serious push and nice long walls. The wind stays light offshore into the afternoon, dropping to 7ft, but still clean.
Thursday the 30th holds clean with a cross-off breeze and 6ft swell. It’s smaller, but tidy. Friday the 31st is where the ocean gets a bit wild. An 12ft, 17-second groundswell hits, but the wind cranks up to 19 mph from the NW, making it cross and lumpy. By the afternoon, forget it – rain showers and a strong cross-onshore, blown out.
Now, the standout window. Saturday the 1st of August sees a big 16ft SW swell (15 seconds) with moderate cross-shore winds. The combined energy jumps to strong (10557). This is big, powerful, and for experienced surfers only – beginners should sit this one out. The wind is a bit messy, but it’s surfable for the brave. Sunday the 2nd of August, however, is the real star. A clean offshore from the ENE at 16 mph, with an 12ft, 13-second SW swell. The conditions are set for exceptional surf for experts. The wave energy is still strong (5427), and with that offshore wind, the reef at Spot x will be firing. This is the best of the whole run.
The following week gets a bit more unpredictable. Monday the 3rd is clean again in the morning, but the swell drops. Tuesday the 4th has an 12ft, 17-second groundswell with glassy light winds in the morning – that’s a promising, long-period groundswell that will run deep and fast along the reef. But be aware, those long-period swells can make beach breaks close out, but here at the reef, it’s going to be a treat. Wednesday the 5th and Thursday the 6th are blown out by strong winds, but Thursday the 6th morning is a real surprise: glassy conditions with an 12ft, 15-second WSW swell. That’s exceptional for experts, but the window is tight.
The rest of the second week, from the 7th of August onwards, is mostly a write-off. Strong to gale-force winds, rain, and messy onshore conditions. There’s a massive 18ft, 17-second SW swell on the 11th of August, but it’s predicted to be too big for the break, and the energy is extreme (16490). That’s a kite-surfing day, not a paddle-surfing day.
Overall, the best bets are Tuesday the 28th, Wednesday the 29th, and Sunday the 2nd of August. The standout is Sunday the 2nd – offshore wind, solid groundswell, and clean lines. Get on it.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Mon morning, min 11°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 8mm), mostly falling on Fri night. Very mild (max 18°C on Fri morning, min 9°C on Sat night). Winds increasing (light winds from the N on Thu night, fresh winds from the SW by Fri night). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | |||||||||||||||
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) | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | WSW 14 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
3588 | 3054 | 4005 | 3325 | 2782 | 2108 | 2042 | 1286 | 777 | 1336 | 1220 | 3753 | 6108 | 7402 | 10165 | 10557 | 9830 | 6546 | 4179 | 3214 | 2218 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | off | off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross | off | off | off | cross-off |
High Tide | 8:07AM0.73m | 8:42AM0.75m | 9:13AM0.75m | 9:41AM0.73m | 10:05AM0.70m | 10:27AM0.64m | 1:49AM0.36m | 10:44AM0.57m | 1:37AM0.41m | ||||||||||||
Low Tide | 5:39PM0.06m | 6:01PM0.07m | 6:18PM0.09m | 6:28PM0.12m | 6:31PM0.16m | 6:31PM0.20m | 3:49AM0.36m | 6:28PM0.23m | |||||||||||||
7:16 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | |
— | 5:36 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:38 | — | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:40 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 15 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 10 | 14 | 13 |
Feels °C | 10 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 8 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 16 | 13 | 12 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 4 | 11 | 9 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 17 | — | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | WSW 14 |
3588 | 3054 | 4005 | 3325 | 2782 | 2108 | 2042 | 1286 | 777 | 1336 | 1220 | 3753 | 6108 | 7402 | — | 10557 | 9830 | 6546 | 4179 | 3214 | 2218 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | SW 24 | SW 21 | SW 19 | SW 17 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 20 | SW 20 | SE 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 12 | S 11 | S 10 |
— | — | 22 | 224 | 800 | 1245 | 781 | 865 | 580 | 392 | 634 | 20 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1248 | 505 | 361 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NNE 4 | S 10 | S 10 | S 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | 6 | 94 | 90 | 42 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NNE 5 | N 5 | — | — | WNW 5 | SW 16 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 7 | 12 | — | — | 119 | 10165 | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 23 | 259 | 362 | 496 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Information about the Spot x Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Spot x provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Spot x can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Spot x 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 (Spot x) 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 Spot x 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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