Toquay Reef Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.34° S 144.32° E

Toquay Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 3 am 20 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Toquay Reef sea temperature is
14.0° C
0.5° 

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


Toquay Reef surf forecast from 19 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Friday 24 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 15s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Friday 24 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 15s period, SW swell with 8,119 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 20 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 16s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Toquay Reef this week:

The surf forecast for Toquay Reef over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 20) at 10AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 10s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Toquay Reef in the next 16 days are 4.5m 15s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 24) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 3s period and expected on Friday (Jul 24) at 1PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10AM (Mon 20th Jul)2ft (0.6m) 16s
Best Surf 1AM (Fri 24th Jul)15ft (4.5m) 15s
Most Powerful 1AM (Fri 24th Jul)15ft (4.5m) 15s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Toquay Reef over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming down the line for our local reef.

We’re starting off quiet, but there’s a bit of a wait for the real juice. The first few days are small, but we’ve got a big pulse of energy building for the end of the month that’s got my attention.

Monday 20th July kicks things off with tiny, weak waves. We’re looking at around 2 ft of swell from the SW, but with a very long 16-second period, it’s a groundswell. The combined energy is weak (191), and while the wind is a light cross-off, it’s just not enough to get excited about. The water temp is sitting at 57°, which is pretty much normal for this time of year – nothing to complain about there.

Tuesday 21st July sees a slight bump. The swell picks up to 3 ft, still from the SW, and the period drops to a still-respectable 14 seconds. The energy is moderate (319), and we’ve got a light offshore wind in the morning. It’s clean, but it’s a small-scale affair. Good for a longboard or a funboard, but not a standout.

Wednesday 22nd July is a mixed bag. The morning is clean with a 2 ft SW swell, but the wind is a moderate offshore breeze at 16 mph. The afternoon brings a bigger 5 ft swell, but the period drops to 10 seconds and the wind swings cross-off. The energy jumps to moderate (670), but the conditions are marginal.

Now, Thursday 23rd July is where it gets serious. The swell jumps to 12 ft from the SW with a 14-second period. The combined energy is very strong (7079). This is a big, powerful swell. However, the wind is a strong cross-off, and at that size, it’s going to be a handful. This is strictly for experienced surfers only. The waves will be powerful and a bit raw.

Friday 24th July sees the swell easing slightly to 8 ft, but the wind picks up to 22 mph in the afternoon. The energy is still very strong (3544), but the wind is making it a battle. The direction shifts a touch to the SSW. It’s still big and demanding.

Saturday 25th July is a standout. We’ve got another 12 ft pulse from the SW with a 13-second period, and the energy is very strong (6152). The morning has a moderate cross-off wind, but it’s offshore enough to keep it fairly clean. The size is still big, but the power is there. This is the best session of the week for the big-wave crew.

Sunday 26th July the swell drops back to 4 ft, with a light offshore wind in the afternoon. The energy drops to moderate (464). It’s a good recovery day if you’re tired.

Monday 27th July is a nice little window. The swell is 5 ft to 5 ft from the SW, with a 12-second period. The wind is a gentle offshore, and the energy is moderate (453 to 811). The conditions are clean and the waves are a good size for a fun session. This is a solid option for most surfers.

The following week shows a lot of big, messy energy. Tuesday 28th July has a 7 ft SSW swell, but the wind is a fresh cross-shore, making it lumpy. Wednesday 29th July is just massive – 15 ft from the SW with an insane 17-second period and energy of 17219. But the wind is cross-onshore and choppy. It’s a total washout for paddle surfing, and honestly, it looks more interesting for the kite crew than us.

The rest of the week into August shows a mix of smaller, cleaner days and more onshore wind. Sunday 2nd August is a highlight in the second week. The morning has a 7 ft SSW swell with a 16-second period, a light cross-off wind, and very strong energy (2661). The conditions are clean and it’s an excellent session for experienced surfers. Monday 3rd August is also looking good with a 4 ft SSW swell and glassy conditions in the afternoon.

So, to wrap it up: the best on offer is Saturday 25th July for the big-wave hunters – it’s powerful and raw. For the everyday surfer, Monday 27th July and Sunday 2nd August are your best bets for clean, fun waves. Don’t even bother with Wednesday 29th July unless you’re towing in.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Wed afternoon. Very mild (max 14°C on Mon afternoon, min 6°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Thu morning. Very mild (max 14°C on Sat morning, min 8°C on Thu morning). Mainly fresh winds.

Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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16
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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317
208
138
144
377
1267
5453
3232
8119
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4480
3422
734
464
309
237
Wind (km/h)
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High Tide
3:51PM1.99m
4:25AM1.80m
4:26PM1.92m
5:13AM1.75m
4:59PM1.82m
6:00AM1.69m
5:30PM1.72m
6:48AM1.62m
6:02PM1.61m
7:41AM1.55m
6:37PM1.52m
8:44AM1.51m
7:19PM1.43m
Low Tide
10:13PM0.24m
10:20AM0.48m
10:53PM0.23m
11:01AM0.63m
11:32PM0.26m
11:41AM0.76m
00:10AM0.32m
12:23PM0.89m
00:50AM0.38m
1:11PM1.00m
1:35AM0.44m
2:12PM1.09m
2:29AM0.49m
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Information about the Toquay Reef Surf forecast

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

Toquay Reef is 21 km (13 miles) from the city of Geelong. If you plan a holiday in Torquay, look for hotels and other accommodation in Geelong. Geelong has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

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