Waverly Surf Break

Lat Long: 39.29° N 74.55° W

Waverly Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 7 pm 24 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Waverly sea temperature is
24.5° C
1.5° 

Waverly surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Waverly surf forecast from 25 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 26 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 6s period, ENE swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 29 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 7s period, SSE swell with 233 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 26 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 6s period with ENE swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Waverly this week:

The surf forecast for Waverly over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 26) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 6s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 6s. Another secondary swell of 0.5m and 8s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Waverly in the next 16 days are 1.6m 7s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 29) at 5AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 3s period and expected on Wednesday (Jul 29) at 8PM.

Wave TypeTime (EDT) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 5AM (Sun 26th Jul)3ft (0.9m) 6s
Best Surf 5AM (Sun 26th Jul)3ft (0.9m) 6s
Most Powerful 5AM (Wed 29th Jul)5ft (1.6m) 7s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Waverly over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for the next couple of weeks.

Honestly, it’s a pretty flat and frustrating stretch ahead for Waverly. We’re looking at a long, dry spell with very little to get excited about. The first real surf worth mentioning doesn’t show up until Wednesday, July 29th, so we’ve got a few days of tiny, chopped-out junk to sit through before that.

The main issue is that the swell is small and weak, and the wind is all wrong for most of the period. The combined wave energy is well under 100 (48-99) for the first week, which is super weak. The water temp is about average for this time of year, so nothing unusual there.

The best of a very average bunch comes on Wednesday, July 29th. We get a pulse of 4ft swell from the SSE, with a period of 7 seconds. The combined energy finally cracks into the moderate range at 139, and more importantly, the wind goes light offshore from the W in the morning. That’ll make the breakwater setup clean with gentle offshore conditions. It’s still not big, and it’s a short period swell, so expect quick, fat waves. It’s not a standout, just the best of a poor run.

Thursday, July 30th, keeps the clean, offshore wind from the NW and W, but the swell drops back to 2-2ft. The energy is still moderate (92-106) but the waves are tiny. Friday, July 31st, is even smaller.

August 1st starts with a dead flat, glassy morning, but that’s only 1.0ft of swell. Then the wind swings onshore and it’s back to choppy, poor conditions.

The second week (from August 3rd onwards) teases a little. Monday, August 3rd, sees a 3ft SSE swell with a longer 8-second period and moderate energy (112), with a light cross-offshore wind from the N. That’s clean, but again, small. After that, it’s back to small, blown-out dribble, with energy levels staying well below 100. The pattern is just a long run of tiny, weak swell with poor wind.

For a spot that’s very consistent, this is a real bummer of a forecast. The conditions are just not cooperating. The breakwater is fairly exposed, so it needs a better direction than we’re getting. Most of the time, the wind is cross-on or onshore, ruining what little wave height there is.

If you’re desperate for a paddle, the best bet is the Wednesday, July 29th morning session, or maybe the Monday, August 3rd morning. Beyond that, it’s a waiting game.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Mon afternoon, min 19°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Heavy rain (total 42mm), heaviest during Tue night. Warm (max 27°C on Wed afternoon, min 20°C on Wed night). Mainly fresh winds.

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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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56
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28
23
61
159
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44
Wind (km/h)
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High Tide
5:37AM0.89m
6:04PM1.27m
6:27AM0.92m
6:49PM1.31m
7:13AM0.95m
7:31PM1.36m
7:55AM0.99m
8:11PM1.39m
8:35AM1.03m
8:49PM1.40m
9:12AM1.07m
9:24PM1.40m
Low Tide
11:53PM0.24m
11:35AM0.23m
00:43AM0.21m
12:22PM0.21m
1:27AM0.17m
1:06PM0.18m
2:08AM0.14m
1:48PM0.15m
2:45AM0.10m
2:28PM0.13m
3:20AM0.08m
3:07PM0.12m
3:54AM0.06m
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Information about the Waverly Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Waverly provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Waverly can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Waverly 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 (Waverly) 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 Waverly 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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