Toquay Reef Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.34° S 144.32° E

Toquay Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 3 pm 26 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Toquay Reef sea temperature is
13.5°C
0.6° 

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 26 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 30 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 13s period, SW swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 31 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 17s period, SW swell with 1,467 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 27 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 10s period with SSW 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 Thursday (Aug 27) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m 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 1.6m 17s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 31) at 10PM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 4s period and expected on Wednesday (Sep 02) at 7PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 1AM (Thu 27th Aug)2.5ft (0.8m) 10s
Best Surf 1AM (Sun 30th Aug)6.5ft (2.0m) 13s
Most Powerful10PM (Mon 31st Aug)5ft (1.6m) 17s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, let’s talk about Toquay Reef. This is the only spot on the menu for the next 16 days, and it’s a consistent reef that’s always ready to go. The water is around 56°F, pretty normal for the time of year, nothing to worry about.

First chance to paddle out is Wednesday afternoon, the 26th of August. It’s a bit rough, to be honest. Swell is 4.3ft from the SSW with a 13-second period, decent groundswell, but the wind is a cross-on 12 mph, so it’s going to be choppy and messy. The combined energy is moderate at 528, but it’s not looking good. I’d wait.

Thursday the 27th is a different story. Morning has a clean 2.6ft SSW swell, 11-second period, and light offshore wind from the NW at 6 mph. That’s glassy. Afternoon cleans up even more with a light cross-offshore breeze. The energy is low at 202 and 230, so it’s weak, but it’ll be smooth for a longboard. Not a standout, but a nice start.

Friday the 28th gets interesting. Morning swell is 4.3ft from the SW with a period of 18 seconds – that’s a long-period groundswell. Energy is 761, moderate. The wind is cross-off, so it’s clean. That long period will make the waves better shaped, and a reef handles it well. Afternoon has 4.3ft with a 17-second period, energy 911, but the wind turns cross-shore, so expect some chop. Still decent.

Saturday the 29th morning is clean with a 3.6ft SW swell, 14-second period, and cross-off wind. Energy 468. Nice, easy surf. The afternoon turns poor with a cross-on wind, so get out early.

Now, Sunday the 30th is a real highlight. Morning glassy conditions with offshore wind from the WNW at 3 mph, and a 4.3ft SSW swell, 13-second period. Energy 665. It’s clean, it’s fun, and the reef is going to line up nicely. This is a solid window.

But the real standout? Monday the 31st of August. Morning has 4.9ft from the SSW, period 15 seconds, and a light offshore wind. Energy is 1323 – that’s moderate to strong. The data says excellent for experienced surfers, and I’m with that. Afternoon is even better with 4.6ft SW, 14-second period, cross-off breeze, and energy 1040. This is the best session of the first week. The reef will hold the long period perfectly, and it’s not too big for a confident intermediate.

Tuesday the 1st of September is still solid, but the wind picks up to 19-22 mph offshore. That’s fresh, but it’s offshore, so it’ll be clean. Swell is 3.9ft to 3.6ft with 15-16 second periods. Energy drops to 703 and 581. It’s good, but not the standout.

The second week kicks off with a big swell building. Wednesday the 2nd and Thursday the 3rd see 4.3ft to 6.6ft SW swell, periods 14-16 seconds, and fresh offshore winds. Energy climbs to 1513 and 1647. This is getting chunky, and with the reef, it’s going to be powerful. Not for beginners.

Friday the 4th of September is another big one. 6.6ft from the SW, 17-second period, and energy 3460. That’s strong. Wind is cross-off, so it’s clean, but this is expert territory. The reef will handle it, but you need to know what you’re doing.

Saturday the 5th is a bit of relief. 5.6ft to 5.2ft from the SSW/SW, 15-second period, light to moderate offshore wind. Energy 1259 and 1139. This is excellent for experienced surfers, clean, and powerful. A great session.

Sunday the 6th is a write-off. Huge 11.5ft swell with 28-31 mph winds. Energy 4250 and 5306. That’s dangerous, and the data says poor. Not surfable for anyone.

Monday the 7th settles down to 6.2ft to 5.9ft, SW, 13-14 seconds, moderate offshore wind. Energy 1470 and 1083. Clean, strong, but manageable for experienced surfers.

Now, the absolute best of the 16 days: Tuesday the 8th of September. Morning has 7.9ft from the SW,

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 14°C on Thu afternoon, min 8°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Tue morning, min 9°C on Sat night). Winds increasing (calm on Sun morning, fresh winds from the NW by Tue morning).

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SSW
11
0.6
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11
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SW
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Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
528
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133
90
184
442
907
644
466
476
1346
572
630
908
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857
1129
702
581
924
Wind (km/h)
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SSW
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WNW
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High Tide
9:05PM1.28m
11:36AM1.55m
10:46PM1.32m
12:19PM1.63m
11:57PM1.42m
12:53PM1.70m
00:50AM1.55m
1:23PM1.76m
1:34AM1.69m
1:52PM1.81m
2:14AM1.81m
2:20PM1.83m
2:52AM1.90m
Low Tide
4:31PM1.11m
4:11AM0.61m
5:46PM1.00m
5:20AM0.57m
6:30PM0.86m
6:15AM0.52m
7:03PM0.71m
7:00AM0.47m
7:34PM0.55m
7:40AM0.45m
8:04PM0.40m
8:17AM0.45m
8:34PM0.26m
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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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