
Surf Forecasts:
Warner Beach surf forecast from 5 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 10 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 14s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 10 Jul, 2PM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 15s period, S swell with 1,757 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 6 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 11s period with SE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Warner Beach this week:
The surf forecast for Warner Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 06) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 5s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Warner Beach in the next 16 days are 2.0m 15s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 10) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.1m 5s period and expected on Monday (Jul 06) at 2AM.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2AM (Mon 6th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 11s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Fri 10th Jul) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 2PM (Fri 10th Jul) | 6.5ft (2.0m) 15s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Warner Beach over the next 16 days.
Updates in hr min s Forecast update imminent
Alright folks, Rusty here. We’ve got a mixed bag coming up for Warner Beach over the next couple of weeks. First off, the water temp is sitting about average for this time of year, nothing wild. The opening days are a bit of a tease—small, short-period slop that’s barely surfable. Hold your horses.
The first real chance to get wet kicks off on Monday afternoon (July 6th). We’ve got a clean little 3ft swell from the SE, with a gentle cross-off breeze from the NNE. The combined wave energy is moderate (252), so there’s a bit of push behind it. It’s not world-class, but for a Monday after work, it’s a fun little glass-off session. Crowds can pop up here sometimes, so get in early.
Tuesday (July 7th) offers similar heights – 4ft in the morning, 5ft in the afternoon – but the swell direction swings to the NE with a crappy 7-second period. That’s short-period windswell, so it’ll be a bit crumbly and weak. Light winds keep it rideable, but nothing to write home about. Combined energy is moderate (290-302).
Now, Friday morning (July 10th) is where things get interesting, but tricky. We’ve got a solid 6ft swell from the S with a very long 15-second period. That’s a proper groundswell. The combined energy jumps to strong (1734). However, the wind is onshore from the ESE, so it’ll be lumpy. That long-period S swell is best on a point or reef, and Warner Beach is an exposed beach. It’ll break straight and close out a lot. This one’s for the experienced crew who don’t mind a battle.
There’s a lull through the middle of the week, with poor winds and messy conditions until Tuesday morning, July 14th. That morning is a true standout: glassy conditions with a light SW breeze, 4ft of S swell at a decent 10-second period. Clean, smooth faces. Combined energy is moderate (436). This is the window for a proper, uncrowded session. Get on it.
Thursday morning, July 16th brings a beast: a 10ft S swell with a 10-second period, combined energy roaring at 1965. That’s too big for most folks. The wind is a fresh cross-shore from the SW at 19 mph, creating a lumpy cross-chop. This is strictly expert territory, and honestly, it’s more of a kiter’s dream than a paddle surfer’s. The swell is simply too heavy for this break.
We then have a string of days with onshore winds and poor quality until Tuesday morning, July 21st. That morning brings a promising 6ft NE swell at 8 seconds, with a clean cross-off breeze from the NNE. Combined energy is solid (684). It’s not a long-period gem, but with that wind, expect some fun, punchy waves. This one’s a good bet for the second week.
Overall, the best on offer is Tuesday morning, July 14th for the clean, glassy conditions and fun size. The second standout is Tuesday morning, July 21st for the cross-off winds and decent NE swell – though longer-range, so keep an eye on it.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Wed afternoon, min 15°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Fri morning. Warm (max 21°C on Sat afternoon, min 16°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 6 | Tuesday 7 | Wednesday 8 | Thursday 9 | Friday 10 | Saturday 11 | Sun 12 | |||||||||||||||
Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 11 | SE 10 | SE 10 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 6 | NE 6 | ENE 7 | S 15 | SSW 13 | S 14 | S 15 | S 15 | S 14 | S 13 | S 12 | S 12 | S 12 | S 6 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
303 | 180 | 124 | 233 | 149 | 163 | 108 | 35 | 75 | 51 | 110 | 539 | 635 | 1697 | 1546 | 985 | 643 | 504 | 280 | 177 | 123 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | cross | cross-off | off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | on | glassy | cross | cross | off | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 7:12AM1.44m | 7:48PM1.52m | 7:58AM1.35m | 8:38PM1.46m | 8:57AM1.26m | 9:45PM1.41m | 10:19AM1.19m | 11:09PM1.39m | 11:56AM1.21m | 00:35AM1.43m | 1:18PM1.31m | 1:46AM1.52m | 2:20PM1.45m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 1:13AM0.40m | 1:23PM0.31m | 2:00AM0.46m | 2:09PM0.39m | 2:58AM0.52m | 3:07PM0.47m | 4:14AM0.56m | 4:25PM0.53m | 5:43AM0.54m | 5:57PM0.52m | 7:04AM0.46m | 7:18PM0.43m | 8:07AM0.33m | ||||||||
— | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:50 | — | |
5:07 | — | 5:08 | — | — | 5:08 | — | — | 5:09 | — | — | 5:09 | — | — | 5:10 | — | — | 5:10 | — | — | 5:12 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 18 | 21 | 21 | 19 | 23 | 24 | 21 | 24 | 25 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 19 | 20 | 21 |
Feels °C | 17 | 17 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 16 | 17 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 11 | SE 10 | SE 10 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 7 | S 7 | SSW 13 | S 14 | S 15 | S 15 | S 14 | S 13 | S 12 | E 6 | S 12 | SSW 12 |
303 | 180 | 124 | 85 | 62 | 75 | 108 | 35 | 35 | 51 | 45 | 539 | 635 | 1697 | 1546 | 985 | 643 | 504 | 81 | 177 | 107 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 5 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | SE 10 | SE 10 | SE 10 | SE 9 | SE 9 | SE 9 | SSW 15 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 9 | — | S 12 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 |
16 | 31 | 32 | 80 | 61 | 47 | 31 | 31 | 22 | 42 | 58 | 44 | 33 | 30 | 31 | 19 | 26 | — | 280 | 62 | 51 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 11 | E 11 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | SSW 15 | E 10 | E 10 | SE 9 | S 15 | SE 9 | SE 15 | SE 14 | SE 13 | SE 13 | — | — | E 9 | ESE 8 | ESE 7 |
39 | 36 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 21 | 17 | 17 | 13 | 110 | 3 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 6 | — | — | 14 | 50 | 28 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 5 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | SW 2 | — | NE 6 | S 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | E 8 | NNE 5 | SSW 3 | S 6 |
66 | 87 | 77 | 233 | 149 | 163 | 1 | — | 75 | 15 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 86 | 39 | 7 | 123 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 22 | 27 | 0 | 27 | 27 | 0 | 182 | 190 |
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Information about the Warner Beach Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Warner Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Warner Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Warner 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 (Warner 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 Warner 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.
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