Toquay Reef Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.34° S 144.32° E

Toquay Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 pm 11 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Toquay Reef sea temperature is
13.9° C
0.3° 

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 11 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 14 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 18ft (5.5m), 15s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Tuesday 14 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 18ft (5.5m), 15s period, SW swell with 12,221 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 14 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 18ft (5.5m), 15s 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 Tuesday (Jul 14) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 5.5m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 3.0m and 15s. 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 5.5m 15s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 14) 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 0.8m 4s period and expected on Sunday (Jul 12) at 1PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 1AM (Tue 14th Jul)18ft (5.5m) 15s
Best Surf 1AM (Tue 14th Jul)18ft (5.5m) 15s
Most Powerful 1AM (Tue 14th Jul)18ft (5.5m) 15s

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


G’day, Rusty here, and I’ve been staring at the charts for Toquay Reef. There’s a proper pulse of energy coming through, but the timing and size are a bit wild. This is a reef break, so we’re dealing with a setup that can handle some juice, but it’s not going to be for everyone.

The first few days are a warm-up, but the real headline is a monster swell that rolls in on Tuesday, July 14th. That’s the standout session, but it’s a beast. The water temperature is about average for this time of year, so a steamer is your call.

Sunday, July 12th is a bit of a tease. Morning has a clean 4ft swell from the SW with a 12-second period, but a fresh offshore breeze from the WNW is keeping it tidy. The combined energy is moderate (528). The afternoon bumps up to 5ft, but the wind goes cross-offshore, making it less tidy. It’s surfable, but nothing to get too excited about.

Monday, July 13th sees a jump in size. Morning is 8ft from the SW, period pushing up to 16 seconds, with a fresh offshore. The energy is strong (2513). That’s a solid groundswell, but at 8ft, it’s getting into the territory where you want to be comfortable on a bigger board. The afternoon stays similar at 8ft, still with offshore wind, but the energy is very strong (2862). This is for the experienced crew.

Now, Tuesday, July 14th – this is the big one. The morning session is a massive 15ft swell from the SW, with a 15-second period. The combined energy is off the charts at 11546. The wind is a gentle cross-offshore, and the conditions are clean. But I’m calling it straight: this is only for experts. If you’re not a seasoned surfer, stay on the beach. This is a big, powerful reef wave. The afternoon drops to 13ft, still very strong energy (9173), and still clean. If you’ve got the skills, this is the best window of the whole forecast.

Wednesday, July 15th is a comedown. Morning brings 6ft from the SW, 14-second period, with a gentle offshore from the WNW. Energy is moderate (1220). It’s clean and should offer some fun, lined-up waves for intermediates. The afternoon is smaller at 5ft, with a glassy cross-offshore wind that will smooth things out.

Thursday, July 16th is a gem for the lighter days. Morning is 4ft from the SSW, 14-second period, with a light offshore. The afternoon is the same size, but the wind goes glassy – dead calm. The energy is low to moderate (748). This is a perfect session for a longboard or a mid-length, with clean, peeling waves.

Friday, July 17th morning has a nice 5ft SW swell, 16-second period, and a light offshore. Energy is moderate (1366). It’s clean and fun, but the afternoon sees the wind swing onshore, so the morning is the call.

From Saturday, July 18th, the swell drops right off. We’ve got small, weak waves (2ft to 3ft) for several days, with moderate to fresh winds. The energy is weak to low (265 to 376). It’s a definite lull. There’s a little bump on Monday, July 20th with a 3ft offshore morning, but it’s not going to get the heart pumping.

Wednesday, July 22nd is a write-off, with tiny, weak waves and poor conditions.

But then, Thursday, July 23rd morning brings a surprise. A clean 4ft swell from the SW, 15-second period, with zero wind – glassy. The energy is moderate (828). That’s a hidden gem for a quality, quiet session.

Friday, July 24th morning is another standout for the smaller stuff. A 5ft SW swell, 17-second period, with a light offshore breeze. It’s clean and the energy is moderate (1441). This is a great call for experienced surfers who want a proper, lined-up ride without the massive size.

The final days see a bit of a pulse on Saturday, July 25th with 6ft, but the wind is moderate and cross-offshore, so it’s not as clean as the earlier windows. Sunday, July 26th is small again, with a moderate offshore blowing in the afternoon to keep it tidy.

So, to wrap it up. If you’re a hard-charging expert, Tuesday, July 14th is the one. Get there early for the morning session. If you want clean, manageable waves, Thursday, July 23rd morning is a hidden beauty. The middle of the forecast has a big dry spell, but the bookends offer some quality.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 7mm), mostly falling on Sat night. Very mild (max 14°C on Mon morning, min 8°C on Sat night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the NW on Sat night, light winds from the W by Tue afternoon).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Wed afternoon, min 11°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light.

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Tuesday
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Thursday
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2.4
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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528
812
1403
2513
2832
12221
8702
6851
1641
1220
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672
682
691
1607
1284
891
459
265
212
Wind (km/h)
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NW
35
WNW
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WSW
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High Tide
8:40AM1.74m
7:35PM1.61m
9:55AM1.78m
8:45PM1.58m
11:07AM1.84m
10:05PM1.58m
12:09PM1.92m
11:25PM1.62m
1:04PM1.99m
00:38AM1.70m
1:51PM2.03m
1:42AM1.76m
2:34PM2.05m
Low Tide
1:34AM0.17m
2:18PM1.01m
2:38AM0.14m
3:38PM1.04m
3:48AM0.11m
4:58PM0.99m
4:59AM0.08m
6:08PM0.88m
6:06AM0.06m
7:07PM0.73m
7:06AM0.08m
7:59PM0.56m
8:01AM0.13m
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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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