
Surf Forecasts:
Tuncurry-North Wall surf forecast from 20 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 20 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 10s period, ENE swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 20 Jul, 4PM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 11s period, E swell with 901 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 20 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 10s period with ENE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Tuncurry-North Wall this week:
The surf forecast for Tuncurry-North Wall over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 20) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.8m and 10s period. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Tuncurry-North Wall in the next 16 days are 2.0m 11s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 20) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.2m 10s period and expected on Friday (Jul 24) at 1PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10PM (Mon 20th Jul) | 6ft (1.8m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 10PM (Mon 20th Jul) | 6ft (1.8m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 4PM (Mon 20th Jul) | 6.5ft (2.0m) 11s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Tuncurry-North Wall over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, I’m Rusty. Let’s see what’s on offer for the next couple of weeks.
We’ve got a bit of a slow start, honestly. The first real call isn’t until Monday morning, July 20, and it’s a bit of a mixed bag. The week ahead has some windows, but the second week drops right off, so don’t expect much after that.
The pick of the forecast is Monday morning, July 20, at Tuncurry-North Wall. You’ve got a 7ft easterly swell with an 11-second period, which gives it some decent energy for a beach/breakwater setup. The combined energy is moderate to strong at 1128, so there’s push there. Water temp is sitting at a pretty average 67°F, nothing unusual for the time of year. The wind is a light 6 mph cross-shore from the ESE, which is okay but not glassy. It’s a beginner-friendly spot, but at 7ft it might be a bit much for true beginners. The swell direction is east, and the optimum is northeast, so it’s a little off-angle but still working. Crowds are often, so you won’t be alone.
Tuesday morning, July 21, is smaller at 5ft, east swell, 10-second period, with a light NW cross-shore. It’s a drop in energy (459) and the surf is marginal, so it’s more of a fun-sized wave than a standout.
Wednesday morning, July 22, is the hidden gem. Only 4ft east-northeast swell, 10-second period, but the wind is glassy—dead calm from the NW. That’s rare and means clean, smooth waves. The energy is moderate (319), and the swell direction is close to the optimum. It’s a small day, but for a relaxed, clean session, it’s probably the best quality of the week. Beginners will love it.
Thursday, July 23, morning has a 3ft east-northeast swell, 9-second period, with a light WSW offshore wind. Clean conditions, but the energy is low (146). It’s surfable but ordinary. Thursday afternoon holds with a similar 3ft swell and a stronger 9 mph SW offshore, still clean but small.
From Friday, July 24, onwards, the surf fades fast. Friday morning is 2ft, and by Saturday, July 25, it’s down to 1ft. The second week, from July 26 through August 4, is mostly flat with tiny waves under 2ft and poor conditions. There’s a stretch of several days where you’d be better off doing something else. The long-period swell showing up on August 2 and 3 (16 and 14 seconds) is tiny—0.7ft—so it’s not doing anything for surfers.
So, to wrap it up: Monday morning, July 20, is the biggest and most energetic, but Wednesday morning, July 22, is the cleanest and most fun for the size. After that, it’s a long drought. Forecasts can change, but right now, it’s not looking good for the second week.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Wed morning, min 13°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 19°C on Thu morning, min 8°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | |||||||||||||||
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) | E 11 | E 11 | ENE 10 | E 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | NE 8 | ENE 8 | E 9 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
1128 | 901 | 610 | 459 | 342 | 334 | 305 | 242 | 188 | 143 | 113 | 62 | 39 | 38 | 27 | 18 | 24 | 6 | 12 | 6 | 6 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-on | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | off | off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 12:56PM1.34m | 00:55AM1.35m | 1:44PM1.34m | 1:40AM1.22m | 2:34PM1.35m | 2:30AM1.12m | 3:26PM1.38m | 3:25AM1.04m | 4:21PM1.42m | 4:27AM1.01m | 5:15PM1.47m | 5:33AM1.01m | 6:05PM1.53m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 6:45PM0.59m | 7:13AM0.44m | 7:48PM0.66m | 7:55AM0.50m | 9:01PM0.69m | 8:41AM0.53m | 10:21PM0.68m | 9:33AM0.55m | 11:31PM0.63m | 10:28AM0.54m | 00:23AM0.55m | 11:21AM0.52m | 1:05AM0.46m | ||||||||
6:47 | — | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | |
— | 5:05 | — | — | 5:06 | — | — | 5:06 | — | — | 5:07 | — | — | 5:07 | — | — | 5:07 | — | — | 5:08 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 16 | 16 | 15 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 19 | 19 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 12 | 17 | 18 | 14 | 17 | 17 | 14 |
Feels °C | 15 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 9 | 12 | 12 | 9 | 13 | 15 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 12 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 11 | E 11 | ENE 10 | E 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | S 10 | S 11 | S 13 | S 12 | S 13 | S 12 | S 11 | S 10 |
1128 | 901 | 610 | 459 | 342 | 334 | 305 | 242 | 188 | 143 | 113 | 62 | 39 | 875 | 771 | 1178 | 789 | 1057 | 857 | 730 | 432 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 12 | S 12 | S 11 | S 11 | S 11 | S 10 | S 10 | S 10 | S 11 | S 10 | S 10 | ESE 8 | S 17 | ENE 8 | S 18 | NE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 |
187 | 229 | 157 | 82 | 81 | 50 | 31 | 31 | 21 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 23 | 38 | 661 | 18 | 24 | 6 | 12 | 6 | 6 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | S 16 | S 20 | SSE 15 | SSE 15 | S 14 | S 13 | S 13 | — | SE 9 | ESE 8 | S 15 | SE 7 | E 7 | ENE 8 | E 8 | S 20 | E 9 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 |
— | 21 | 8 | 22 | 45 | 16 | 14 | 13 | — | 3 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 27 | 10 | 30 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 4 | — | W 2 | SW 4 | SSW 5 | SSW 5 | S 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | 14 | — | 1 | 2 | 27 | 75 | 440 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 67 | 67 | 0 | 5 | 37 | 5 | 0 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 16 | 5 | 5 | 16 | 5 | 16 | 172 | 5 |
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Information about the Tuncurry-North Wall Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Tuncurry-North Wall provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Tuncurry-North Wall can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Tuncurry-North Wall 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 (Tuncurry-North Wall) 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 Tuncurry-North Wall 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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