The Pass Surf Break

Lat Long: 28.64° S 153.63° E

The Pass Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 pm 25 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's The Pass sea temperature is
20.6° C
0.1° 

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


The Pass surf forecast from 25 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 26 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 11s period, SSE swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 2 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 10s period, SSE swell with 1,032 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 26 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 11s period with SSE swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for The Pass this week:

The surf forecast for The Pass 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 1.2m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 7s. Another secondary swell of 0.3m and 2s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at The Pass in the next 16 days are 2.3m 10s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 02) at 4AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.5m 8s period and expected on Friday (Jul 31) at 10PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10AM (Sun 26th Jul)4ft (1.2m) 11s
Best Surf10AM (Sun 26th Jul)4ft (1.2m) 11s
Most Powerful 4AM (Sun 2nd Aug)7.5ft (2.3m) 10s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for The Pass over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here, breakin' down The Pass for the next couple weeks.

Water temp is about 69°F, which is right on the money for this time of year – nothin' weird.

First real surf shows up Saturday, July 25th. We got a clean 4ft swell from the SSE, 13-second period, and the energy is solid (553). The wind is light cross-offshore from the east, so the face is gonna be smooth. Good for beginners, but fun for everyone. The Pass is consistent, so you'll get waves.

Sunday the 26th keeps it clean. Morning has a 4ft SSE swell, 11-second period, and moderate energy (366), with light cross-offshore wind. By afternoon, the wind goes offshore from the SE, the period stretches to 12 seconds, and the energy hits 447. Still 4ft. Two solid days.

Then we hit a dead zone. Monday the 27th through the end of July drops off. Swell drops below 3ft, mostly 1ft or less. Energy numbers are weak – teens and twenties. The wind is all over, but the surf is gone. Wednesday afternoon goes glassy, but the swell is only 2ft with a 6-second period. Not worth it.

Friday, July 31st afternoon, the ocean wakes up. A solid 8ft SSE swell with a 12-second period, and the energy is massive (1968). The wind is cross-offshore from the south, so it's clean. This is a big wave day – expert territory. The crowd will be there, 'cause The Pass is always popular. The swell direction is SSE, and The Pass prefers ENE, so it's a bit off, but that energy will wrap.

Saturday, August 1st, drops to 7ft in the morning, 10-second period, but the wind is cross-shore and choppy. Afternoon cleans up to 6ft, cross-offshore, energy at 638. Surfable.

Sunday, August 2nd, is the real standout. Morning brings 6ft from the SSE, 10-second period, light cross-offshore wind, and energy of 818. By afternoon, it's 6ft, the period hits 12 seconds, and the energy jumps to 1067. The wind is light cross-offshore from the east. This is a long-period groundswell – perfect for a point break. The crowd will be thick, but it's the best session of the forecast.

Monday, August 3rd, starts with 5ft, but the wind is onshore from the NNW. Quality drops. Afternoon gets choppy. Tuesday and Wednesday fade fast, with swell under 3ft and poor winds. There's a glassy moment Wednesday morning, but the swell is only 2ft.

Thursday, August 6th, has a 5ft SSE swell, but a moderate breeze keeps it clean but not special. Friday the 7th has a 5ft SSE swell, cross-shore wind with a slight chop. Afternoon cleans up to 5ft from the ESE with cross-offshore wind – a solid, clean wave.

The run finishes strong Saturday, August 8th. Morning brings 5ft SSE swell, 9-second period, energy of 814, and light cross-offshore wind. Afternoon goes offshore, bumpin' to 7ft from the SE with an 8-second period. That's a punchy, clean wave for the experienced surfer.

Sunday, August 9th, wraps it up with 4ft to 5ft from the ESE, offshore winds, and clean conditions. A nice way to end.

Best on offer: Sunday, August 2nd afternoon – 6ft, 12-second groundswell, clean light wind, and solid energy. Backup is Friday, July 31st afternoon for the big wave crew. There's a long gap from the 27th to the 30th where you're better off on the beach.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 10mm), heaviest on Mon afternoon. Very mild (max 19°C on Tue morning, min 11°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Wed morning, min 10°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Sunday
26
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
1.3
SSE
11
1.2
SSE
11
1.2
SSE
12
1.3
SSE
11
0.2
ESE
13
0.3
ESE
12
0.3
ESE
12
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SSE
9
0.6
E
5
0.7
E
6
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7
0.2
NNE
8
0.3
E
8
1.1
SSE
11
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
430
350
425
400
16
30
30
132
19
32
36
25
19
14
8
13
6
10
286
Wind (km/h)
10
WSW
10
SSW
10
SE
10
WSW
15
SW
10
S
5
SW
10
SW
5
ENE
15
NW
5
NW
0
NNW
20
SW
20
SSW
15
SSE
15
SW
15
SW
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S
25
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Wind State
cross-on
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High Tide
5:40AM0.88m
6:21PM1.47m
6:28AM0.93m
7:00PM1.55m
7:09AM0.98m
7:36PM1.62m
7:45AM1.03m
8:09PM1.67m
8:20AM1.08m
8:41PM1.69m
8:55AM1.12m
9:12PM1.69m
Low Tide
00:26AM0.43m
11:24AM0.29m
1:06AM0.35m
12:10PM0.23m
1:41AM0.28m
12:51PM0.17m
2:14AM0.21m
1:29PM0.12m
2:45AM0.17m
2:05PM0.10m
3:16AM0.13m
2:40PM0.11m
3:47AM0.10m
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Information about the The Pass Surf forecast

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