Takapuna-North Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let's talk about what's on the menu.

To be honest, mate, it’s a tough run ahead. The next two weeks are looking pretty flat and lean. We’ve got a long stretch of small, weak swell with mostly onshore or cross-off winds, so don’t expect much. The only real chance of a wave comes right at the end of the period, but it’s a long way off and the conditions are far from perfect.

For the first week, it’s a write-off. From Thursday the 30th of July right through until about the 8th of August, the surf is tiny – mostly 0.3ft to 2ft – and the wind is all over the shop. The water temp is about 56.5°F, which is a bit colder than normal for this time of year, so you’ll want a decent hood.

The only slight glimmer comes around the 10th of August, where the swell energy picks up a bit. The combined energy jumps into the moderate zone (116 to 191) on the 10th and 11th, with a more consistent 2.6ft to 3ft from the NE. But here’s the kicker: the wind is cross-onshore and fresh, up to 18.6 mph, making it lumpy and choppy. It’s not really surfable for a clean ride. That swell is a short-period windswell at 9 to 11 seconds, so it’s not going to wrap in nicely.

The best-looking window, if you’re desperate, is the morning of the 13th of August (Thursday). There’s a glassy moment with a light offshore from the SW, and a small 2ft NE groundswell with a period of 10 seconds. The combined energy is only 65, so it’s weak, but it’s the cleanest conditions we’ll see. Still, 'Takapuna-North-Reef' is a sheltered, inconsistent beginner spot that rarely breaks clean, so don’t hold your breath.

The crowds are “sometimes” an issue here, but honestly, with this lack of surf, you’ll probably have the place to yourself. For the whole 16-day window, there’s nothing that would be considered a standout. It’s a flat spell that’s pretty normal for the area, and forecasts can change, but right now, leave the board in the shed.

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