
Surf Forecasts:
Tunnels surf forecast from 2 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 5 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 17s period, SSW swell with 589 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Tunnels this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Tunnels in the next 16 days are 1.0m 17s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 05) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.5m 7s period and expected on Monday (Jul 06) at 11PM.
| Wave Type | Time (HST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Sun 5th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Tunnels over the next 16 days.
Updates in hr min s Forecast update imminent
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the cards for the coming weeks. It's a bit of a tricky stretch ahead, so let's break it down.
First off, we're looking at Tunnels. Water temp is sitting around 79°, which is bang on average for this time of year, so no surprises there.
Right now, and for the next several days, it's a tough watch. We've got a persistent ENE wind blowing cross-offshore, but the swell is tiny and weak. Through Thursday and Friday (that's the 2nd and 3rd of July), you're looking at ankle-to-knee high waves with combined energy readings struggling between 242 and 374. The period is a very long 14 to 17 seconds, which for a beach and reef setup like Tunnels means the waves will be fat and straight. Honestly, it's a paddle workout for no reward.
We scrap into a bit of a pulse from Saturday the 4th through to Sunday the 5th. The swell bumps up to around 3ft, coming from the SSW and S with combined energy hitting 692 on Saturday morning. The period is still long (18 to 21 seconds), which isn't ideal for this spot. Still, with those clean conditions and a bit more push, it's the best we're going to get for a while. This is the standout in an otherwise quiet period. Don't expect perfection, but there'll be some rideable lines for the intermediate crew. The wind stays cross-off, so the surface will be glassy clean.
After that little spike, from Monday the 6th right through to Friday the 10th, we drop back into the doldrums. Swell heights hover between 1ft and 3ft, energy drops right off into the low hundreds, and the forecast calls it poor surf conditions. This is a real quiet stretch with no real quality on offer.
We see another little flicker of energy around Saturday the 11th and Sunday the 12th. Swell comes in from the SSW and SW at 2ft to 3ft. The combined energy gets back up around 546-568, and the period drops to a more manageable 17-18 seconds. It's still only marginal, but with some clouds overhead and the wind easing a bit on Sunday afternoon to a moderate 16 mph breeze, there might be a few better-shaped runners.
The most promising window actually looks to be Monday the 13th and Tuesday the 14th. Swell holds around 3ft from the SW, energy is moderate at 548-562, and the wind finally eases to a 12 mph cross-off. The period is a decent 14-15 seconds. It’s still a "marginal" call, but conditions are looking the cleanest they have all forecast. The break is fairly consistent, so keep an eye on this window for a few sneaky peaks, ideally in the morning session.
From Wednesday the 15th onward, it's another fade-out. Swell drops back under 2ft, energy plummets and the poor surf tag returns for the rest of the run. Not much to get excited about.
So, the bottom line: there's no proper pumping swell on the horizon. The best bet is the Saturday (4th) and Sunday (5th) pulse for a little bit of size, or the Monday-Tuesday (13th-14th) window for cleaner, if smaller, conditions. Crowds are often here, so expect company. It’s going to be a patience game.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Thu afternoon, min 24°C on Thu morning). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Sun morning, min 24°C on Sun morning). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 2 | Friday 3 | Saturday 4 | Sunday 5 | Monday 6 | Tuesday 7 | Wednesday 8 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | S 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | S 22 | S 21 | S 20 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 |
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178 | 121 | 163 | 229 | 155 | 245 | 441 | 490 | 481 | 522 | 510 | 457 | 446 | 397 | 355 | 350 | 269 | 250 | 250 | 189 | 181 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 5:22PM0.74m | 4:52AM0.30m | 5:49PM0.71m | 5:55AM0.32m | 6:14PM0.66m | 7:13AM0.35m | 6:39PM0.61m | 8:45AM0.41m | 7:03PM0.54m | 10:16AM0.49m | 7:25PM0.47m | 11:27AM0.59m | |||||||||
Low Tide | 9:38AM0.08m | 00:48AM0.22m | 10:12AM0.13m | 1:13AM0.20m | 10:50AM0.19m | 1:38AM0.18m | 11:37AM0.27m | 2:06AM0.16m | 12:51PM0.35m | 2:37AM0.13m | 3:07PM0.42m | 3:15AM0.10m | 3:59AM0.07m | ||||||||
5:50 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | |
— | 7:14 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:14 | — | — | 7:14 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 25 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 |
Feels °C | 23 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 23 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | S 21 | S 20 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 |
178 | 121 | 116 | 229 | 155 | 201 | 441 | 490 | 481 | 522 | 510 | 457 | 446 | 397 | 355 | 350 | 269 | 250 | 250 | 189 | 181 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 20 | SSW 18 | S 18 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | S 22 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSE 10 | SSE 9 | SSE 10 | SSE 8 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SE 10 | — | SE 8 | W 17 |
127 | 113 | 163 | 116 | 60 | 245 | 212 | 119 | 69 | 138 | 79 | 10 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 4 | — | 3 | 6 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 10 | S 13 | SSE 12 | SSW 12 | NW 12 | SW 12 | SW 15 | NW 11 | SSE 11 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | N 9 | — | SSE 8 | S 18 | W 17 |
8 | 15 | 21 | 29 | 27 | 57 | 39 | 35 | 54 | 19 | 11 | 17 | 17 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 2 | — | 7 | 6 | 6 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 6 | NE 8 | NE 7 | NE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 8 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 |
215 | 186 | 248 | 191 | 269 | 335 | 235 | 311 | 283 | 352 | 217 | 452 | 471 | 509 | 503 | 478 | 620 | 431 | 320 | 320 | 279 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 71 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 71 |
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Information about the Tunnels Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Tunnels provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Tunnels can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Tunnels 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 (Tunnels) 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 Tunnels 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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