Whites Reef Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.34° S 141.39° E

Whites Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 4 pm 15 Oct 2026 (local time)

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Today's Whites Reef sea temperature is
14.4°C
0.8° 

Whites Reef surf forecast from 15 Oct 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 19 Oct, 11AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 16s period, WSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 22 Oct, 11PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 15s period, WSW swell with 674 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 19 Oct, 2AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 17s 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 Monday (Oct 19) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 17s period. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Whites Reef in the next 16 days are 1.3m 15s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Oct 22) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 5s period and expected on Thursday (Oct 15) at 8PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEDT) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 2AM (Mon 19th Oct)2.5ft (0.7m) 17s
Best Surf11AM (Mon 19th Oct)3ft (0.9m) 16s
Most Powerful11PM (Thu 22nd Oct)4.5ft (1.3m) 15s

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


Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Sat afternoon, min 14°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Some drizzle, heaviest during Tue night. Warm (max 27°C on Tue afternoon, min 12°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

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SW
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SW
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SW
13
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0.4
SW
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0.3
SW
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0.3
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0.7
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0.9
WSW
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0.6
WSW
12
1.1
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
110
79
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51
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25
34
50
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305
425
314
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138
101
546
Wind (km/h)
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NE
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NE
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NNE
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SW
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NE
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SE
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High Tide
3:42AM0.19m
2:08PM0.13m
4:11AM0.18m
2:11PM0.12m
4:45AM0.17m
1:56PM0.12m
5:33AM0.15m
10:14AM0.14m
11:27AM0.14m
2:06AM0.09m
Low Tide
8:25PM-0.00m
9:52AM0.09m
8:46PM0.00m
10:14AM0.10m
9:06PM0.01m
10:38AM0.11m
9:22PM0.02m
11:26AM0.12m
9:27PM0.04m
8:59PM0.05m
7:47PM0.06m
4:42AM0.09m
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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.

Are you planning a holiday in Far West of Victoria? If you are looking for accommodation near Whites Reef, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in Far West of Victoria, consider staying in Portland which is 18 km (11 miles) away. Other places in and around Far West of Victoria where you can find information about places to rent, and car hire include Allendale East which is 70 km (43 miles) away, Mount Gambier and Warrnambool.

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