
Surf Forecasts:
Turners Beach surf forecast from 17 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 20 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 10s period, ESE swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 18 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 11s period, SE swell with 4,961 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 20 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 10s period with ESE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Turners Beach this week:
The surf forecast for Turners Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 20) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.5m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 16s. Another secondary swell of 0.1m and 17s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Turners Beach in the next 16 days are 4.5m 11s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 18) at 10PM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.5m 6s period and expected on Thursday (Jul 23) at 10PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Mon 20th Jul) | 11ft (3.5m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 1AM (Mon 20th Jul) | 11ft (3.5m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 10PM (Sat 18th Jul) | 15ft (4.5m) 11s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Turners Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G'day, Rusty here. Looks like we’ve got a bit of a slow start, but then a proper pulse of energy rolls in that’s worth keeping an eye on. The first real surf action kicks off Saturday morning, July 18th, and it’s a big one, so let’s get into it.
The big story is a solid, powerful swell that hits over the weekend, with a ton of energy behind it. The combined swell energy is a heavy 1257 (moderate to strong) on Saturday, building to a beastly 3631 (strong to very strong) by Sunday. The swell is coming from the SE and ESE, with a period of 8 to 10 seconds—this is a shorter-period swell, so it’s more of a windswell, a bit lumpy and less organised than a classic groundswell. The waves are big, starting at 10ft on Saturday and peaking at 15ft on Sunday. That’s serious size. The water temperature is about average for this time of year, nothing unusual.
Turners Beach is the only spot on the cards. The wind is a key factor here. Saturday has a strong offshore breeze from the S, 35 km/h (22 mph), which keeps the waves clean but will make it a tough paddle out. By Sunday, it’s a fresh offshore at 35 km/h (22 mph), still clean but very demanding. This is expert territory. The waves are massive, and the offshore wind will hold them up, but at 15ft with a short period, it’s going to be a washing machine out there. The set-up is sheltered, but with that size and power, it’s not a beginner’s game. The best of the weekend is Sunday morning, but honestly, only for the very experienced.
Monday, July 20th, the swell drops to a more manageable 8ft, still with a moderate offshore breeze (25 km/h, 16 mph) from the SE. The combined energy is 1418 (strong), and the conditions are flagged as “very good.” This is the standout of the whole run. The waves are still meaty, but the wind is cleaner, and the period is a solid 10 seconds. It’s going to be a powerful, punchy day at Turners Beach, but the moderate offshore wind will keep it beautifully groomed. Crowds are a possibility here, so get in early.
After Monday, the energy fades fast. Tuesday, July 21st, sees the swell drop to 6ft, with a light breeze making it clean. By Wednesday, it’s down to 4ft and poor. Then there’s a gap of several days of small, weak surf. From Thursday, July 23rd, through to Thursday, July 30th, it’s a real struggle. The waves are mostly under 3ft, with poor conditions and low energy (150 or less). The wind is light, but the swell is just too small to do anything with. This is a lull, and it’s a long one.
There’s a flicker of life on Friday, July 31st. The afternoon brings a 6ft swell from the SSE with a 13-second period—that’s a proper long-period groundswell. The combined energy jumps to 1245 (strong), and the wind is a gentle offshore, making it clean. This is promising, but it’s a long way out, so treat it as a hopeful sign rather than a locked-in call.
The best on offer is hands down Monday, July 20th. The 8ft swell from the E with a moderate offshore wind and that strong energy makes for a prime day at Turners Beach. It’s going to be a ripper. The weekend prior is for the hardcore crew only.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 21mm), heaviest during Sat afternoon. Very mild (max 19°C on Mon morning, min 17°C on Fri night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 19°C on Wed morning, min 13°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SE 8 | SE 8 | ESE 10 | SE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 8 | E 8 | ENE 8 | S 6 |
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717 | 1221 | 1529 | 4392 | 3507 | 2977 | 2223 | 1209 | 1037 | 830 | 682 | 522 | 320 | 225 | 225 | 177 | 140 | 112 | 171 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | off | off | off | off | off | off | off | off | off | cross-off | off | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | off | cross-off |
High Tide | 10:46PM1.71m | 11:16AM1.26m | 11:30PM1.59m | 12:07PM1.27m | 00:14AM1.45m | 1:01PM1.28m | 1:01AM1.31m | 1:59PM1.30m | 1:51AM1.18m | 3:00PM1.32m | 2:49AM1.08m | 4:02PM1.36m | 3:54AM1.02m | ||||||
Low Tide | 5:27AM0.38m | 5:01PM0.46m | 6:07AM0.42m | 5:56PM0.55m | 6:47AM0.46m | 6:56PM0.63m | 7:27AM0.50m | 8:05PM0.70m | 8:09AM0.54m | 9:22PM0.73m | 8:56AM0.56m | 10:41PM0.73m | |||||||
— | 6:39 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | |
— | — | 5:06 | — | — | 5:07 | — | — | 5:07 | — | — | 5:07 | — | — | 5:07 | — | — | 5:08 | — | |
mm | — | — | 4 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 |
Temp °C | 18 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 16 |
Feels °C | 13 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 15 | S 21 | ESE 10 | S 21 | S 19 | SSW 18 | S 16 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 8 | E 8 | ENE 8 | E 8 |
17 | 36 | 1529 | 76 | 113 | 104 | 132 | 1209 | 1037 | 830 | 682 | 522 | 320 | 225 | 225 | 177 | 140 | 112 | 68 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | S 21 | — | S 24 | S 23 | S 17 | SSE 13 | SSE 13 | SSE 12 | SSE 12 | S 11 | SSE 9 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | S 18 |
— | — | 80 | — | 11 | 11 | 6 | 60 | 56 | 56 | 77 | 59 | 16 | 31 | 18 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 6 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 16 | S 20 | S 15 | SSE 11 | S 15 | S 14 | S 12 | E 12 | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 8 | 18 | 12 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 8 | SE 8 | S 8 | SE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | SSE 7 | SSE 6 | SSE 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SSE 3 | S 6 |
717 | 1221 | 750 | 4392 | 3507 | 2977 | 2223 | 149 | 93 | 82 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 171 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 137 | 596 | 583 | 528 | 512 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 92 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Information about the Turners Beach Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Turners Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Turners Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Turners Beach 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 (Turners Beach) 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 Turners Beach 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.










