
Surf Forecasts:
Tunnels surf forecast from 16 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 23 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 21s period, SSW swell with 607 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Tunnels this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Tunnels in the next 16 days are 0.9m 21s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 23) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.1m 6s period and expected on Saturday (Jul 18) at 5PM.
| Wave Type | Time (HST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Thu 23rd Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 21s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Tunnels over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s lined up for the next couple of weeks.
To be straight with you, the next 16 days are a bit of a grind. There’s no real standout, epic swell on the cards. The first real chance to get wet without feeling like you’re wasting your time doesn’t pop up until Monday, July 20th. Before that, from Thursday the 16th right through the weekend, it’s all poor surf conditions and marginal calls. The wind is a relentless cross-off from the ENE, blowing 12 to 22 mph, which makes a mess of things. You’ll be looking at small, weak waves that just aren't worth paddling out for.
The best bet on offer, and the only one I’d even consider, is Tunnels on the morning of Monday, July 20th. The swell is coming in from the S at 3 ft with a period of 16 seconds. That’s a long-period groundswell, which means it’ll have some push and shape to it. The combined wave energy is moderate at 505, so there’s enough juice to get a few good ones. The wind is still cross-off from the ENE at 12 mph, which will keep the surface a bit bumpy but not horrible. Water temp is sitting at 80°, about average for the time of year, so you’ll be comfortable in a spring suit. The crowds here are often an issue, so expect plenty of company if you’re chasing that one.
The rest of the week is a write-off. Tuesday through to the end of the month is a long stretch of poor surf with strong winds and marginal energy. The swell does get a bit bigger around the 25th and 26th, with a 4 ft SSW swell, but the wind is howling at 22 mph, making it a messy, choppy scene. That kind of setup, with a beach break and strong onshore wind, looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing.
For the second week, things don't improve. The last few days of July and into the 30th see the swell drop right off. The 30th of July has a 2 ft S swell with a light 3 mph NE wind, which could be glassy, but the waves are just too small and weak to get excited about. The energy is a low 190. You’d be bobbing around more than surfing.
Bottom line: Keep your expectations low. The only semi-decent window is the morning of the 20th at Tunnels, and even that’s a compromise. It’s a long, quiet stretch ahead.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Thu morning, min 24°C on Sat night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Mon morning, min 24°C on Sun morning). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | |||||||||||||||
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) | W 14 | SSW 17 | SSW 14 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | S 12 | S 19 | SSE 18 | S 18 | S 16 | S 16 | S 15 | S 14 | S 14 | S 13 | S 13 | SSW 23 | SSW 22 |
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206 | 261 | 264 | 226 | 280 | 215 | 143 | 210 | 75 | 117 | 109 | 156 | 412 | 402 | 339 | 401 | 298 | 342 | 171 | 426 | 480 | |
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 | 5:16PM0.78m | 5:24AM0.37m | 5:46PM0.70m | 6:31AM0.40m | 6:11PM0.62m | 7:48AM0.44m | 6:30PM0.54m | 9:17AM0.49m | 6:33PM0.46m | 10:45AM0.54m | 11:52AM0.59m | ||||||||||
Low Tide | 9:53AM0.06m | 00:23AM0.17m | 10:40AM0.15m | 00:52AM0.16m | 11:29AM0.24m | 1:20AM0.15m | 12:30PM0.33m | 1:49AM0.14m | 2:10PM0.41m | 2:21AM0.14m | 3:00AM0.14m | 3:49AM0.13m | |||||||||
5:56 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | |
— | 7:13 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:12 | — | — | 7:12 | — | — | 7:12 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 |
Feels °C | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 26 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 24 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 7 | NE 7 | SSW 14 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | S 12 | SSW 12 | NNE 8 | S 18 | S 16 | S 16 | S 15 | S 14 | S 14 | NE 7 | S 13 | S 13 | S 12 |
86 | 99 | 264 | 226 | 280 | 215 | 143 | 210 | 75 | 83 | 32 | 156 | 412 | 402 | 339 | 401 | 298 | 93 | 171 | 268 | 193 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 14 | W 14 | W 14 | W 14 | W 14 | NNE 7 | N 7 | WNW 13 | WNW 13 | E 8 | SSW 13 | S 12 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 16 | ENE 15 | SSW 16 | S 13 | S 10 | SSW 23 | SSW 22 |
206 | 203 | 200 | 144 | 142 | 31 | 28 | 57 | 55 | 32 | 95 | 67 | 83 | 81 | 69 | 79 | 104 | 342 | 80 | 426 | 480 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 17 | SSW 18 | SSW 12 | NNE 8 | W 13 | WNW 13 | SSW 7 | S 20 | S 19 | SSE 18 | S 14 | W 11 | W 12 | ENE 17 | SW 17 | ENE 15 | E 14 | NE 7 | E 13 | SSW 17 |
175 | 261 | 102 | 81 | 33 | 92 | 57 | 5 | 68 | 117 | 109 | 32 | 10 | 11 | 28 | 73 | 43 | 101 | 37 | 86 | 200 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | NE 7 | NE 7 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 7 | NE 6 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | — | NE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 6 |
— | — | 111 | 99 | 85 | 88 | 121 | 330 | 236 | 139 | 110 | 187 | 183 | 136 | 109 | 93 | 93 | — | 54 | 78 | 85 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 69 | 69 | 68 | 68 | 71 | 68 | 57 | 68 | 60 | 57 | 57 | 68 | 57 | 69 | 90 | 68 |
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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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