Stockton Beach Surf Break

Lat Long: 32.90° S 151.79° E

Stockton Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 3 am 26 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Stockton Beach sea temperature is
18.2° C
0.3° 

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


Stockton Beach surf forecast from 25 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 30 Jul, 7PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 11s period, S swell with cross-shore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 30 Jul, 7PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 11s period, S swell with 1,963 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 26 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 11s period with S swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Stockton Beach this week:

The surf forecast for Stockton Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 26) at 10AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.8m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Stockton Beach in the next 16 days are 3.0m 11s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 30) at 7PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 3s period and expected on Wednesday (Jul 29) at 10AM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10AM (Sun 26th Jul)6ft (1.8m) 11s
Best Surf 7PM (Thu 30th Jul)10ft (3.0m) 11s
Most Powerful 7PM (Thu 30th Jul)10ft (3.0m) 11s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Stockton Beach over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

G’day, I’m Rusty. Let’s look at what’s in store for Stockton Beach. Right now, the water’s at 65°F, which is pretty much what you’d expect for this time of year, nothing out of the ordinary.

We’re starting off with a bit of a wait – the first real action is this Sunday morning, the 26th of July. It’s looking clean with a south swell of 6ft and a solid 11-second period, giving us moderate wave energy (780). The wind is light offshore from the west, so the sets should be holding up nicely. It’s a good session for intermediate surfers, but don’t expect it to be pumping all day.

Sunday afternoon, the wind swings east-southeast, turning it cross-on, and the swell drops to 5ft. It’s still surfable, but the quality fades and the tide might mess with things a bit.

Monday morning, the 27th, is a beauty – glassy conditions with a light 4ft south swell and a 9-second period. The wave energy is light (207), but for a clean, small wave session, you’ll be smiling. The afternoon goes onshore from the east and turns messy, so get out early.

Tuesday, the 28th, drops right off. The swell is tiny, 2ft or less, with weak energy (54 and 32). The wind is cross-off, but there’s nothing to ride. This flat spell runs through Wednesday, the 29th, with a pathetic 0.3ft swell and long periods of 14 to 17 seconds. The wind is offshore, but the ocean is flat – not worth a paddle.

The next standout is Thursday morning, the 30th of July. A new south swell of 7ft with a 10-second period rolls in, pushing moderate wave energy (764). The wind is light offshore from the west, so it’ll be clean and lined up. This is the best session of the first week – solid, clean, and consistent. Afternoon gets a bit cross and lumpy, so morning is the call.

Friday, the 31st of July, the swell jumps to 8ft in the morning, with strong energy (2085). The wind is cross-off from the southwest, and the break is clean, but the size is pushing it – this is only for experienced surfers, as it’s too big for beginners. The afternoon stays big at 7ft with fresh cross-off winds, still only for the crew with skill.

Saturday, the 1st of August, the swell drops back to 6ft, with moderate energy (521 to 554). The morning has cross-off wind, but it’s a bit onshore, so the quality is only marginal. The afternoon is clearer, with cleaner conditions and a good score on the waves. It’s a decent option but not a standout.

Sunday, the 2nd of August, has a 5ft swell in the morning with light cross-off wind and moderate energy (497). It’s a clean, fun session. The afternoon goes onshore from the east, ruining it.

Monday, the 3rd, sees a 4ft south-east swell with a 11-second period, moderate energy (412), and light cross-off wind. It’s clean and worth a look. The afternoon gets choppy from the east-northeast, so hit the morning.

Tuesday, the 4th, is similar – 3ft swell, moderate energy (253), and clean morning conditions. The afternoon goes cross-on and messy.

From Wednesday, the 5th of August, through to Thursday, the 6th, the swell collapses. Tiny waves of 1.0ft to 3ft with weak energy (59 to 78) and strong winds. There’s nothing to ride.

Friday, the 7th, sees a return to 5ft swell with a 9-second period, moderate energy (363), and light morning cross-off wind. It’s clean and fun, but not a standout. The afternoon goes onshore.

The real headline is Saturday, the 8th of August. The swell hits 10ft in the morning with strong energy (2320), and the wind is glassy from the northwest. The waves are huge, clean, and powerful – this is for experts only. Beginners, stay on the sand. The afternoon is 8ft with onshore wind, still big but messy.

Sunday, the 9th, has a 8ft south swell in the morning, with strong energy (1569) and light cross-off wind. It’s clean but big, again for the skilled crew. The afternoon gets cross-on and choppy.

Monday, the 10th, wraps it up with a 8ft south-east swell, strong energy (1650), and cross-off wind. It’s clean but mighty – only for the experienced.

So, the best on offer is Thursday morning, the 30th of July, with that 7ft south swell and light offshore wind. And for the brave, Saturday morning, the 8th of August, with a glassy 10ft bomb. The rest of the period has some decent mornings, but those two are the standouts. Keep in mind, the long-range stuff is promising but less certain.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 19°C on Tue afternoon, min 11°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Fri afternoon. Very mild (max 17°C on Wed afternoon, min 7°C on Wed night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the W on Wed morning, light winds from the W by Thu morning).

Sunday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Period (s)
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11
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10
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
778
584
332
203
162
119
28
16
13
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192
761
359
1379
1250
922
577
517
548
490
Wind (km/h)
10
W
10
ESE
5
NW
5
W
10
E
10
NNW
15
NW
15
WNW
15
WNW
25
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25
WSW
15
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10
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15
S
15
WSW
20
SW
25
S
15
SSW
15
WSW
15
SSW
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cross-on
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High Tide
6:09PM1.59m
6:54AM1.08m
6:51PM1.65m
7:37AM1.15m
7:30PM1.70m
8:16AM1.21m
8:08PM1.73m
8:53AM1.27m
8:45PM1.73m
9:29AM1.31m
9:21PM1.70m
10:05AM1.34m
9:59PM1.64m
Low Tide
11:18AM0.57m
1:07AM0.42m
12:09PM0.54m
1:43AM0.34m
12:56PM0.51m
2:18AM0.27m
1:40PM0.47m
2:52AM0.21m
2:22PM0.45m
3:26AM0.19m
3:02PM0.43m
3:59AM0.19m
3:43PM0.42m
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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Information about the Stockton Beach Surf forecast

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