Whites Reef Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.34° S 141.39° E

Whites Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 pm 11 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Whites Reef sea temperature is
15.7° C
1.6° 

Whites Reef surf forecast from 11 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Friday 17 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 16s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 13 Jul, 7PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 15s period, SW swell with 3,199 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 17 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 16s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Whites Reef this week:

The surf forecast for Whites Reef over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 17) at 10AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 11s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Whites Reef in the next 16 days are 2.5m 15s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 13) at 7PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.3m 4s period and expected on Saturday (Jul 18) at 10PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10AM (Fri 17th Jul)4.5ft (1.3m) 16s
Best Surf10AM (Fri 17th Jul)4.5ft (1.3m) 16s
Most Powerful 7PM (Mon 13th Jul)8ft (2.5m) 15s

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


Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's take a look at what's on the menu for Whites Reef over the next couple of weeks. It's a bit of a mixed bag, so let's get into it.

The immediate outlook is pretty grim, to be honest. We're looking at several days of poor conditions straight up. Starting Sunday the 12th, the swell is up around 8ft, but it's coming in from the WSW, and with a 28 mph cross-on westerly wind, it's a complete mess. The energy is pumping at 1607, but it's not surfable. That strong cross-onshore wind just shreds any chance of a clean wave. Monday the 13th is even bigger, with 8ft swell and very long 16-second periods from the SW, but again, those strong cross-onshore winds ruin it. The energy is massive at 3134, but it's a washing machine out there.

Tuesday the 14th brings a slight easing. The wind drops to 12 mph from the WSW, and we get 7ft to 6ft SW swell with that long 15-second period. The energy is still high (2039 dropping to 1491), but the conditions are only "questionable" at best. It's not a total write-off, but I wouldn't get too excited. Wednesday and Thursday are small and messy, with cross-onshore winds keeping the quality low.

Now, look, there is a light at the end of the tunnel. A week out, on Friday the 17th, we get a brief window. The morning has a 4ft SW swell with a very long 16-second period, and crucially, a light cross-offshore NNW breeze at 9 mph. The energy is moderate at 765, but the report says "very good surf conditions" and the word "clean" is mentioned. That's the best call in the first week. It's a reef break that handles that long-period SW groundswell well, and it's exposed to the west. It might be a little inconsistent, but the waves that come through will have proper shape. Be aware that the crowds are "often" here, so you won't be alone.

That clean window disappears fast. Saturday the 18th drops off in size and then Sunday the 19th, the 25 mph winds return, this time from the north, making a mess of a tiny 2ft SW swell.

Moving into the second week of the forecast, things get more promising but less certain. The standout potential is on Thursday the 23rd of July. This is the one to circle on your calendar. The morning starts off with a 5ft SW swell and long 15-second periods, with glassy conditions. That's a major positive. The afternoon gets even better: the swell bumps up to 6ft from the SW with a very long 18-second period, and the energy jumps to 1863. It stays glassy. The report says "excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers." Over 5ft and with that long period, it's a wave for the competent crew. The period over 15 seconds is very long and powerful, which is perfect for this reef setup, but it can make paddling out a bit tricky with the longer lulls between sets.

Friday the 24th continues with solid 5ft SW swell and clean cross-offshore winds from the NNE. A great follow-up day, but a little smaller in the energy department (1256).

Overall, this is a classic case of waiting it out. The first week is mostly a right-off with strong winds, but the second week, specifically the 23rd and 24th, has some real gems on offer. The water temperature is unstated here, so we'll just call it about average for the season for now. Don't get your hopes up for the early days; surf the weekend on the 23rd instead.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 15mm), heaviest on Sat night. Very mild (max 14°C on Mon morning, min 10°C on Sat night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the W on Sat night, light winds from the WSW by Tue afternoon).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 14°C on Tue night, min 10°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light.

Sunday
12
Monday
13
Tuesday
14
Wednesday
15
Thursday
16
Friday
17
Sat
18
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Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
2.2
WSW
12
2.3
WSW
12
2.3
WSW
13
2.3
WSW
14
2.5
SW
16
2.5
WSW
15
2.5
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15
2.1
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15
1.8
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15
1.6
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15
1.4
SW
14
1.3
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14
1.1
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14
1
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14
1.1
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14
1.4
SW
16
1.3
SW
16
1.2
SW
15
1
SW
14
0.8
WSW
13
0.7
WSW
13
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
1361
1607
1730
2151
3001
3162
2741
2039
1491
1108
791
614
453
393
513
1001
763
606
401
229
151
Wind (km/h)
45
W
45
W
40
W
40
WNW
40
WNW
40
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30
WSW
20
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20
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15
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15
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15
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5
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25
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High Tide
12:18PM0.20m
12:53PM0.21m
1:24PM0.22m
1:51PM0.22m
2:13PM0.21m
00:14AM0.10m
2:30PM0.20m
1:22AM0.11m
2:44PM0.19m
Low Tide
00:24AM0.02m
1:58AM0.02m
3:49AM0.01m
5:02AM0.00m
6:01AM0.00m
9:30PM0.09m
6:51AM0.01m
9:09PM0.08m
7:34AM0.02m
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5:30
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5:34
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Temp °C
12
13
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Feels °C
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12
9
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Information about the Whites Reef Surf forecast

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