Toquay Reef Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.34° S 144.32° E

Toquay Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 3 am 14 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Toquay Reef sea temperature is
13.9°C
1.0° 

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 13 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 17 Sep, 4AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 15s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 21 Sep, 7AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 13s period, SW swell with 3,905 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 14 Sep, 10AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 14s 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 (Sep 14) at 10AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 20s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Toquay Reef in the next 16 days are 3.5m 13s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 21) at 7AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 5s period and expected on Thursday (Sep 17) at 10PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10AM (Mon 14th Sep)2ft (0.6m) 14s
Best Surf 4AM (Thu 17th Sep)6ft (1.9m) 15s
Most Powerful 7AM (Mon 21st Sep)11ft (3.5m) 13s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, let’s talk Toquay Reef. It’s a reef break that’s very consistent, exposed to the southwest, and the swell direction suits it perfectly. Water temp is about 57°, which is normal for this time of year – nothing to write home about.

We start slow. Monday morning has a small 2ft SW swell with a 14-second period and a light offshore breeze. Wave energy is moderate at 166. It’s rideable, but don’t get your hopes up. Monday afternoon is cloudier with a cross-off wind – still pretty ordinary.

Tuesday the 15th brings a big jump. The morning is clean with a 7ft SW swell and a 13-second period, but that 30 km/h cross-off wind makes it tough. Energy is strong at 1367. By the afternoon, it’s 8ft from the SW with a 14-second period, but the wind turns cross-shore and lumpy. Energy is very strong at 2323. This is expert-only stuff.

Wednesday the 16th is a complete mess – cross-onshore winds and choppy 8ft SSW swells. Stay home.

Thursday the 17th improves a little. The morning has a 6ft SSW swell with a 14-second period and a light cross breeze. Energy is still strong at 1191. It’s marginal but cleaner. Afternoon drops to 5ft with a light cross-onshore – still just okay.

Now, Friday the 18th is your top pick. The morning brings a 5ft SSW swell with a long 17-second period and a clean offshore wind from the northwest at 20 km/h. Energy is very strong at 2277. This is excellent surf for experienced surfers – clean, powerful, and well-shaped. The afternoon is just as good with a 5ft swell and 16-second period, still offshore. This is the best of the run.

Saturday the 19th is a nice drop. Clean 4ft SW swell in the morning with a moderate offshore wind and energy at 448. Fun session, nothing crazy. The afternoon stays clean with 3ft.

Sunday the 20th gets windy. The morning has a fresh 35 km/h offshore wind on a 4ft SW swell – clean but blustery. The afternoon jumps to a powerful 8ft SW swell with a 12-second period and a cross-off wind. Energy is very strong at 2343, but it’s a bit messy.

Monday the 21st brings an 8ft SSW swell in the morning with a 15-second period, but the cross-onshore wind ruins it. Energy is very strong at 3129. The afternoon is even bigger at 10ft from the SSW with a 16-second period and cross-onshore breeze. Energy is massive at 4574. This is big, rough, and for experts only.

Tuesday the 22nd is another standout. The morning has a clean 7ft SSW swell with a 16-second period and a light offshore wind from the northwest at just 10 km/h. Energy is very strong at 2637. The afternoon is still excellent – 6ft, 15-second period, same light offshore wind, and energy at 1527. Clean, powerful, and lined up.

The rest of the week fades. Wednesday the 23rd has a 4ft SSW swell with a cross-off wind, then a clean 3ft SW swell in the afternoon. Thursday the 24th is small and cross-onshore. Friday the 25th is tiny with onshore winds and rain – skip it. Saturday the 26th is small again, with a clean 3ft SW swell in the afternoon.

Sunday the 27th sees a 5ft SW swell with a very long 19-second period, but a strong 40 km/h cross-off wind makes it a struggle. Energy is very strong at 2449. Monday the 28th is marginal with 5ft SSW swells and cross-onshore winds. Tuesday the 29th is small and weak.

So, your two best days are Friday the 18th and Tuesday the 22nd. Both have clean offshore winds, solid SW groundswells with long periods, and strong energy. Crowds are possible at this reef, so get in early. The rest of the period has some fun windows, but those two are the real deal.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Mon morning, min 8°C on Wed night). Winds increasing (light winds from the W on Mon afternoon, fresh winds from the SW by Tue afternoon).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Sat morning, min 7°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Monday
14
Tuesday
15
Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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0.6
SW
14
0.6
SW
13
0.3
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18
2
SW
13
2.4
SW
14
2.4
SSW
15
2.3
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15
2.3
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15
2.1
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15
1.7
SSW
14
1.5
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14
1.4
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14
1.6
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17
1.5
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16
1.4
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14
1.1
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14
0.8
SW
13
0.9
SW
12
1.1
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12
2.4
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12
3
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
147
111
54
1367
2323
2349
2324
2355
1924
1191
826
742
1543
1155
763
410
246
244
341
1626
2925
Wind (km/h)
15
WNW
15
W
20
WSW
30
WSW
35
SW
25
SSW
25
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25
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15
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15
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High Tide
1:38PM1.84m
2:15AM1.97m
2:13PM1.85m
2:55AM1.99m
2:45PM1.84m
3:31AM1.96m
3:16PM1.80m
4:07AM1.90m
3:46PM1.74m
4:42AM1.81m
4:15PM1.67m
5:18AM1.70m
4:44PM1.58m
Low Tide
7:53PM0.21m
8:19AM0.45m
8:29PM0.14m
8:56AM0.49m
9:03PM0.13m
9:30AM0.55m
9:37PM0.16m
10:03AM0.63m
10:09PM0.23m
10:34AM0.72m
10:42PM0.31m
11:07AM0.82m
11:17PM0.41m
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12
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Feels °C
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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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