Surf Forecasts:
Tora Point surf forecast from 21 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 24 Aug, 9AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 14s period, SSW swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 24 Aug, 12PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 14s period, SSW swell with 2,675 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 24 Aug, 3AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 9s period with SSW 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 Monday (Aug 24) at 3AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 13s. 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 2.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 24) at 12PM. 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 Sunday (Aug 23) at 3PM.
| Wave Type | Time (NZST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 3AM (Mon 24th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 9AM (Mon 24th Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 12PM (Mon 24th Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Tora Point over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, I’m Rusty, and I’ve got the lowdown on the next 16 days for Tora Point. This is a point break that’s exposed to the south-southeast, so it needs a decent S to SSE swell to get going. The first few days are a write-off – from Saturday the 22nd right through Sunday the 23rd, the swell is tiny and the wind is howling, so there’s nothing to get excited about. We’re looking at a gap of about two days of poor surf before anything worthwhile shows up.
The first real chance comes Monday the 24th. Swell jumps to 8 ft from the SSW with a 13-second period, and the combined energy is moderate to strong (2040). Wind is a cross-off from the NW, so it’ll be clean. But it’s marginal, with questionable tide conditions, and that size is getting into the too-big-for-beginners territory. The afternoon holds similar energy (2356) but the wind is a bit stronger. It’s a pick, but not a standout.
Now, Tuesday the 27th delivers a gem. Thursday morning has light rain, but the wind is a whisper from the WSW at 5 km/h, giving a light cross-shore with only small ripples. Swell is 6 ft from the SSW at 14 seconds – that’s a long-period groundswell, which is perfect for a point break like Tora Point. The combined energy is strong (1424). This is clean, lined-up, and it’s the best on offer in the first week. The water temperature is about average for this time of year, so no drama there.
Friday the 28th morning is also a good one. The wind shifts to a moderate offshore from the NNW at 20 km/h, making it clean. Swell is 5 ft from the S at 12 seconds (energy 806), which is solid and manageable. The morning session is the pick.
Looking further out, Monday the 31st of August brings a bigger pulse. Swell hits 10 ft from the SSW with a 10-second period, and the combined energy is very strong (1614). Wind is a light offshore from the NE, so it’s clean. But at 10 ft, this is for experienced surfers only – too big for beginners. The morning is excellent for the crew who can handle it.
Then Wednesday the 2nd of September sees a massive swell. Morning is 13 ft from the S at 10 seconds (energy 2766) and afternoon is 16 ft from the SSW at 12 seconds (energy 6330). Both have offshore winds – fresh from the NW and moderate from the NNW. But this is way too big for Tora Point; it’s only for experts, and even then, it’s pushing the limits. The afternoon is a real standout in terms of raw power, but it’s a serious session.
From Thursday the 3rd of September, it’s back to poor conditions with strong onshore winds and messy surf, so that’s the end of the run.
Overall, the best days are Thursday the 27th of August for a clean, long-period groundswell session, and Monday the 31st of August for a bigger, clean offshore blast for the experienced. The Wednesday the 2nd of September is a monster, but only for the brave.
Stay salty,
Rusty
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 14°C on Sat morning, min 9°C on Sun night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the NW on Sat morning, light winds from the NW by Sun night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummarySome drizzle, heaviest during Wed night. Very mild (max 17°C on Thu morning, min 11°C on Wed afternoon). Winds increasing (light winds from the WNW on Wed morning, fresh winds from the NW by Thu morning). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 11 | S 11 | S 10 | S 10 | ESE 13 | SSW 8 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 15 | SSW 13 | S 12 | S 16 | S 12 | S 12 | S 11 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
295 | 191 | 131 | 50 | 33 | 143 | 2499 | 2106 | 718 | 314 | 669 | 411 | 688 | 767 | 1682 | 995 | 694 | 496 | 657 | 556 | 361 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | off |
High Tide | 12:31PM1.36m | 00:54AM1.24m | 1:17PM1.35m | 1:39AM1.24m | 2:03PM1.36m | 2:25AM1.23m | 2:49PM1.36m | 3:09AM1.24m | 3:34PM1.38m | 3:54AM1.25m | 4:19PM1.39m | 4:39AM1.27m | 5:03PM1.40m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 6:49PM0.31m | 6:59AM0.32m | 7:35PM0.32m | 7:44AM0.32m | 8:21PM0.32m | 8:29AM0.30m | 9:07PM0.31m | 9:14AM0.28m | 9:52PM0.29m | 10:00AM0.26m | 10:37PM0.26m | 10:46AM0.23m | 11:22PM0.24m | ||||||||
6:58 | — | — | 6:56 | — | — | 6:56 | — | — | 6:54 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | |
— | 5:42 | — | — | 5:43 | — | — | 5:44 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:46 | — | — | 5:47 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 10 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 16 | 12 | 14 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 14 |
Feels °C | 4 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 13 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 11 | 8 | 9 | 8 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 11 | S 11 | S 10 | S 10 | ESE 13 | SSW 8 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 15 | SSW 13 | S 12 | S 12 | S 12 | S 12 | S 11 |
295 | 191 | 131 | 50 | 33 | 143 | 2499 | 2106 | 718 | 314 | 669 | 411 | 688 | 767 | 1682 | 995 | 694 | 464 | 657 | 556 | 361 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 10 | SE 10 | E 13 | ESE 13 | NE 6 | ESE 13 | ESE 13 | ESE 13 | ESE 14 | SSW 16 | ESE 13 | SSW 18 | ESE 14 | S 6 | ESE 13 | ESE 13 | SSW 17 | S 16 | S 16 | ESE 15 | SE 14 |
11 | 4 | 31 | 33 | 5 | 32 | 32 | 35 | 38 | 212 | 17 | 108 | 18 | 25 | 16 | 16 | 99 | 496 | 20 | 21 | 29 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 5 | E 14 | W 8 | NE 5 | SSE 10 | NE 7 | — | — | SSW 18 | ESE 13 | — | ESE 14 | ESE 14 | ESE 13 | — | — | NE 4 | NE 5 | SE 15 | W 7 | W 8 |
1 | 16 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 8 | — | — | 31 | 18 | — | 20 | 36 | 17 | — | — | 3 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 5 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 3 | WNW 4 | NW 4 | NW 4 | WNW 4 | WNW 4 | — | WNW 5 | NW 2 | WNW 3 | W 4 | WNW 4 | SSE 4 | ESE 3 | NE 3 | NE 4 | NW 2 | WNW 3 | WNW 4 | NW 4 | NW 3 |
6 | 28 | 11 | 24 | 36 | 17 | — | 17 | 2 | 12 | 13 | 10 | 9 | 2 | 5 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 15 | 12 | 9 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 8 | 61 | 72 | 143 | 169 | 118 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 61 | 64 | 61 | 118 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 61 |
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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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