Tora Point Surf Break

Lat Long: 41.51° S 175.53° E

Tora Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 5 pm 14 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Tora Point sea temperature is
12.6°C
0.6° 

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


Tora Point surf forecast from 14 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 21 Sep, 6AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 19s period, SSW swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 21 Sep, 6AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 19s period, SSW swell with 2,958 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 15 Sep, 3AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 10s period with S swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Tora Point this week:

The surf forecast for Tora Point over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 15) at 3AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 12s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Tora Point in the next 16 days are 2.1m 19s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 21) at 6AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 4s period and expected on Wednesday (Sep 16) at 12PM.

Wave TypeTime (NZST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 3AM (Tue 15th Sep)4.5ft (1.3m) 10s
Best Surf 6AM (Mon 21st Sep)7ft (2.1m) 19s
Most Powerful 6AM (Mon 21st Sep)7ft (2.1m) 19s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Tora Point over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the table for the coming weeks at Tora Point. This is a beginner-friendly point break that's exposed to the swell, but it gets pretty consistent. The water temp is sitting at about 55°, which is pretty normal for this time of year.

The outlook kicks off on Monday, September 14th, but it's a bit of a dud. The swell is a clean 6ft from the S, but a cross-onshore ESE breeze has the surface a bit messy, and the wave energy is moderate (895). Honestly, it's not your day.

Tuesday the 15th is where we start to see a bit of life. The morning brings a drop in swell to 3ft from the SSE, but with a clean N offshore wind, the surface will be clean. Wave energy is still moderate (291). The afternoon stays clean with a 3ft S swell and a cross-offshore NE airflow. It's not huge, but you'll get a few fun ones.

Wednesday the 16th is a write-off. A strong NW wind is howling at 28 mph. The swell is tiny and the energy is weak (99). It's a day for the kite surfers or to just stay home.

Thursday the 17th has some very small surf, about 1ft to 2ft. The morning has a gentle offshore wind so it's clean, but the energy is weak (109). It's surfable if you're desperate, but it's far from good.

Friday the 18th is another day to skip. A S wind at 19 mph has the surface lumpy and choppy. The swell is 6ft but the period is a short 7 seconds, which is a bit of a bounce. Energy is moderate (605), but it's just ugly.

Now, Saturday the 19th is a real gem. The morning is glassy with a 3ft swell from the SSW, and the wave energy is strong (530). The afternoon holds with a clean 3ft SSW swell, and the wind is offshore from the NNW. This is the standout for the first week. Get out there.

Sunday the 20th turns sour again. Light rain and onshore winds make for poor conditions. The swell is there but it's messy.

Now, here's the big news. Monday the 21st is an absolute cracker for those who can handle it. The swell jumps to 7ft from the SSW with a very long period of 16 seconds. This is serious groundswell. Wave energy is extremely high (2412). The wind is offshore from the NNW, so the lineup will be clean. This is a stand-out for experienced surfers. That long period means the waves will be powerful, with long waits between sets. It's one of the best on offer. Tuesday the 22nd still has some size, but the wind turns onshore, so it's a bit messy. The swell is 10ft from the SSW, that's a big wave for a point break.

Wednesday the 23rd is simply too big. We're looking at 15ft from the SSW. The wave energy is massive (5832). Even though the wind is light, the sheer size makes this expert-only territory. For the rest of us, it's a spectator sport.

The following week, starting Monday the 28th, looks promising again with clean conditions and fun chest-high swell. Then, Tuesday the 29th brings another big, clean swell at 7ft from the SSW with a very long period of 15 seconds. Wave energy is very strong (2142) and the wind is light offshore. That's another standout for experienced surfers.

So, for the best bets: the Saturday the 19th for a clean, fun day, and the Monday the 21st for the big, powerful, expert-level session. The long-range standouts on the 29th are promising, but we'll keep a loose eye on that.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Tue afternoon, min 9°C on Mon night). Winds increasing (light winds from the N on Tue morning, strong winds from the NW by Wed morning).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 14mm), heaviest on Thu night. Very mild (max 16°C on Thu afternoon, min 7°C on Fri night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the SSW on Thu night, calm by Sat morning).

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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Period (s)
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S
12
1.3
S
10
0.9
SSE
9
1
S
9
0.4
SSW
13
0.4
SW
13
0.4
SE
11
0.5
SE
11
0.4
SW
15
0.4
SW
14
2
SSW
6
1.8
S
7
0.9
SE
12
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12
0.9
SSW
14
1
SSW
14
0.9
SSW
13
0.8
SSW
13
0.6
SSW
13
1.5
S
10
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
895
332
133
162
64
44
43
58
57
47
310
295
232
236
330
413
257
192
109
414
Wind (km/h)
10
ESE
10
NNW
5
N
10
NE
15
NNW
45
NW
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30
NW
15
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15
N
30
SSW
30
S
15
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5
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WNW
15
SSE
20
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10
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High Tide
7:27PM1.43m
7:51AM1.45m
8:17PM1.39m
8:41AM1.43m
9:07PM1.34m
9:29AM1.41m
9:56PM1.30m
10:18AM1.39m
10:44PM1.27m
11:05AM1.37m
11:31PM1.25m
11:53AM1.35m
00:17AM1.23m
Low Tide
1:42AM0.15m
2:11PM0.15m
2:30AM0.19m
3:01PM0.19m
3:18AM0.23m
3:51PM0.23m
4:04AM0.27m
4:39PM0.27m
4:51AM0.30m
5:26PM0.30m
5:36AM0.32m
6:12PM0.31m
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Temp °C
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Information about the Tora Point Surf forecast

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