
Surf Forecasts:
Surfside Jetty surf forecast from 30 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 30 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 14s period, S swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 30 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 14s period, S swell with 764 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 30 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 14s period with S swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Surfside Jetty this week:
The surf forecast for Surfside Jetty over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 30) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Surfside Jetty in the next 16 days are 1.4m 14s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 30) at 11AM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 13s period and expected on Thursday (Jul 30) at 8PM.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Thu 30th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Thu 30th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 11AM (Thu 30th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Surfside Jetty over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, it’s Rusty here. Let’s cut through the noise and look at what’s actually happening with this one.
Right off the bat, I’ve gotta be straight with you – this is a tough stretch for Surfside Jetty. The whole 16-day window is pretty much a write-off for decent paddle surfing. There’s a few mornings that might catch your eye, but honestly, the conditions just aren’t playing ball.
The best we’ve got on offer is the morning of Thursday, July 30th. There’s a southerly swell running at 5ft with a 14-second period, which is a proper groundswell. The combined swell energy is sitting at 812 (moderate to strong energy), so there’s some push behind it. You’ve got light onshore winds from the SW, and the water temperature is a balmy 71°, which is much warmer than normal for this time of year – that’s a 5° anomaly. That’s unusual, so it’s a nice bonus if you’re getting in. The problem is that the forecast says it’s marginal. The wind is onshore, so it’s not going to be glassy perfection. The break is fairly exposed, but the optimum swell direction is from the west, and this is coming from the south, so it’s not lining up ideally. Crowds are often here, so you won’t be alone. It’s inconsistent, so you’ll be waiting for sets. This one’s a maybe, not a standout.
The other morning that’s worth a mention is Friday, July 31st. The swell drops a touch to 4ft, still from the south with a 14-second period. The energy is down to 562 (moderate). Again, light SW onshore wind. Same story – marginal conditions. It’s not a day to get excited about.
After that, it’s a long, slow slide. From Saturday, August 1st, right through to the end of the forecast on August 14th, the wave heights drop to under 3ft, most of the time hanging around 1ft to 2ft. The wind is almost always onshore or cross-onshore, from the south or southwest. The swell period drops off too, into the 7 to 8-second range at times, which is just weak windswell. The combined energy numbers are mostly in the double digits to low triple digits (94 to 352), which is weak to barely moderate. The surf conditions are consistently marked as poor. There’s a slight uptick on the morning of August 13th, with a 2ft swell from the southwest at 16 seconds, giving 352 energy, but with light onshore wind and poor conditions flagged, it’s still not a goer.
For a spot that’s inconsistent anyway, this kind of blank run is not unusual. It’s a tough call, but I’d say hang the board up for a couple of weeks. If you’re desperate for a paddle, Thursday the 30th morning is your best shot, but keep your expectations in check. The setup here is honestly more interesting for a kite surfer than a paddler, given the onshore winds and small, choppy conditions.
This is Rusty, signing off.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Fri afternoon, min 20°C on Thu morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Mon afternoon, min 21°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | |||||||||||||||
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) | S 14 | S 14 | SSW 14 | S 14 | S 13 | S 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | S 13 | W 7 | W 8 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
764 | 721 | 350 | 541 | 380 | 93 | 181 | 181 | 85 | 49 | 54 | 47 | 43 | 42 | 40 | 60 | 56 | 54 | 72 | 71 | 70 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | glassy | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 11:15AM1.64m | 10:15PM2.19m | 11:41AM1.69m | 10:48PM2.08m | 12:07PM1.75m | 11:24PM1.92m | 12:35PM1.80m | 00:05AM1.73m | 1:07PM1.86m | 00:58AM1.52m | 1:46PM1.92m | 2:16AM1.32m | 2:37PM1.97m | 4:31AM1.21m | |||||||
Low Tide | 4:10PM1.01m | 5:15AM0.27m | 4:49PM0.98m | 5:39AM0.37m | 5:32PM0.96m | 6:04AM0.49m | 6:23PM0.94m | 6:28AM0.63m | 7:25PM0.91m | 6:54AM0.79m | 8:45PM0.86m | 7:25AM0.95m | 10:23PM0.74m | ||||||||
6:01 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | |
— | 7:53 | — | — | 7:52 | — | — | 7:52 | — | — | 7:51 | — | — | 7:51 | — | — | 7:50 | — | — | 7:49 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 23 | 21 | 24 | 26 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 |
Feels °C | 22 | 22 | 21 | 25 | 26 | 23 | 26 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 14 | S 14 | S 12 | S 14 | S 13 | S 10 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | W 7 | W 7 | W 8 | W 7 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | SW 15 | W 6 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 |
764 | 721 | 232 | 541 | 380 | 53 | 181 | 181 | 31 | 49 | 54 | 43 | 39 | 28 | 19 | 11 | 56 | 12 | 72 | 71 | 70 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 6 | S 13 | SSW 14 | W 6 | — | W 5 | W 7 | W 7 | S 10 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SW 13 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 12 | SW 15 | W 6 | S 9 | W 4 |
18 | 212 | 350 | 21 | — | 13 | 47 | 34 | 49 | 49 | 49 | 47 | 43 | 41 | 40 | 60 | 22 | 54 | 6 | 6 | 3 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 6 | W 6 | W 8 | — | W 6 | S 14 | S 9 | S 13 | S 13 | SSW 9 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SSW 11 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | S 10 | SSW 13 | S 9 | S 12 | S 9 |
30 | 9 | 10 | — | 11 | 93 | 40 | 30 | 85 | 28 | 46 | 44 | 24 | 42 | 24 | 23 | 8 | 33 | 6 | 12 | 6 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | W 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 6 | — | — | W 6 | — |
— | — | — | — | 27 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 11 | — | — | 12 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 141 | 141 | 31 | 32 | 141 | 31 | 31 | 141 | 31 | 31 | 99 | 1 | 31 | 94 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 94 | 17 |
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The above surf forecast table for Surfside Jetty provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Surfside Jetty can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Surfside Jetty 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 (Surfside Jetty) 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 Surfside Jetty 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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