Whites Reef Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.34° S 141.39° E

Whites Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 am 11 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Whites Reef sea temperature is
14.5°C
1.0° 

Whites Reef surf forecast from 11 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Friday 11 Sep, 1PM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 15s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Tuesday 15 Sep, 1PM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 14s period, SW swell with 1,665 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 11 Sep, 1PM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 15s period with SSW 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 (Sep 11) at 1PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.5m and 15s period. 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 2.1m 14s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 15) at 1PM. 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 3s period and expected on Sunday (Sep 13) at 7AM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 1PM (Fri 11th Sep)5ft (1.5m) 15s
Best Surf 1PM (Fri 11th Sep)5ft (1.5m) 15s
Most Powerful 1PM (Tue 15th Sep)7ft (2.1m) 14s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here, looking at the waves ahead for us. First thing I notice is the water temp is sitting at about 58°, which is a touch warmer than usual for this time of year, so you might get away with a slightly thinner wetsuit.

Right off the bat, we’ve got some decent swell rolling in. Friday morning the 11th is looking sweet at Whites Reef. Swell is coming from the SW at 5ft with a long 15-second period – that’s proper groundswell with some real push behind it. The wind is a light ESE cross-offshore, keeping the surface glassy and clean. The combined wave energy is sitting at a solid 893 (moderate energy), and it’s got that nice lined-up look for an intermediate surfer. This is a reef break, and with that long period, it should be holding up nicely.

Friday afternoon gets a bit more size, bumping to 5ft, but the wind picks up to 12 mph from the SE, making it a bit messier. Still cross-off, but it’ll be a bit bumpy. The energy jumps to 1208 (moderate), so there’s push, but it won’t be as clean as the morning.

Saturday morning (12th) is another good shout. We’ve got 4ft SW swell, same long 15-second period, and the wind is light from the north (6 mph), keeping it cross-off and clean. Energy is 648 (moderate), and it’s just a nice, manageable size. Saturday afternoon is smaller at 4ft, but a light onshore breeze starts to creep in, so it’ll be a bit bumpy.

Sunday morning (13th) sees the swell drop to 3ft, but the wind cranks out of the NNW at 19 mph. That’s going to make it a choppy mess. Not worth paddling out. The energy drops to 344 (weak), and it just looks poor.

Monday and Tuesday are pretty grim. Swell stays weak, wind stays strong from the west, and it’s mostly cross-onshore and lumpy. Not a good time.

Now, we get a little window on Thursday morning (17th). Swell is back up to 4ft from the SW at 14 seconds, and the wind is a tiny 3 mph from the NE, making it glassy and clean. Energy is 733 (moderate). This is a sneaky good session for an intermediate surfer, but it’s a one-morning deal.

Friday (18th) and Saturday (19th) are back to strong winds and poor conditions. The swell drops right off, and it’s not worth looking at.

Now, if you’re an experienced surfer, keep an eye on Sunday the 20th. The swell jumps to 8ft in the morning and hits 8ft in the afternoon from the WSW, with a short 11-second period. Wind is onshore and strong though, so it’s going to be lumpy and choppy. The energy is big – 2486 (strong) – but it’s not clean. This one is more for experts, and honestly, with that wind, it might be better for a kite.

The real standout, and I mean the one to circle on the calendar, is Monday the 21st. The swell is solid at 8ft from the SW, with a very long 17-second period – that’s proper heavy groundswell. The wind is a gentle 9 mph from the NNW, keeping it cross-shore. The energy is massive at 3954 (very strong). This is for experienced surfers only – it’ll be big, powerful, and pumping. The long period means the sets will be spaced out with heaps of energy. This is the best wave of the run, but it’s a week and a half away, so keep watching the charts.

After that, Tuesday the 22nd cleans up nicely. Morning is glassy with light winds and a clean 5ft SW swell, energy at 833 (moderate). Afternoon stays clean with a light SE cross-off. Good options for intermediates.

Wednesday the 23rd is another gem for the experienced crew. Morning sees 5ft SW swell with a long 16-second period and light offshore winds from the ENE. The energy is 1087 (moderate-strong), and it’s clean. This is excellent surf.

After the 23rd, the swell fades and the wind goes bad again, with the last few days of the run looking poor and choppy.

So, here’s the bottom line: the real standout is Monday the 21st for the big, experienced-only session. For the intermediate surfer, the best bets are Friday morning the 11th and Thursday morning the 17th, with Tuesday the 22nd being a solid follow-up. The crowd situation at Whites Reef is listed as “often,” so expect company, especially on the cleaner days.

Stay stoked, and I’ll see you out there.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Sun morning, min 11°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Very mild (max 15°C on Mon afternoon, min 8°C on Wed night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the SW on Mon night, light winds from the SW by Wed night).

Friday
11
Saturday
12
Sunday
13
Monday
14
Tuesday
15
Wednesday
16
Thursday
17
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Swell
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1.4
SW
15
1.6
SW
16
1.5
SW
16
1.2
SW
15
1.1
SW
15
1
SW
15
0.8
SW
16
0.7
SW
15
0.6
SW
14
0.5
SW
14
0.5
SW
13
0.9
WSW
7
2
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14
2
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14
1.8
SW
14
1.7
SW
14
1.6
SW
15
1
SSW
16
1.1
SW
14
1.2
SW
14
1.3
SSW
17
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
893
1208
1101
640
595
415
339
233
164
89
84
81
1443
1572
1402
1196
1124
527
500
573
919
Wind (km/h)
10
ESE
20
SE
10
NE
10
N
5
S
15
NNE
25
N
20
NNW
15
NNW
25
W
25
WNW
30
WSW
35
SW
30
SSW
25
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15
SSE
15
S
10
SSW
5
SW
5
SSW
10
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Wind State
cross-off
cross-off
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cross-off
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cross-off
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cross
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High Tide
12:57PM0.17m
00:42AM0.14m
1:02PM0.17m
1:10AM0.16m
1:11PM0.16m
1:39AM0.18m
1:20PM0.15m
2:08AM0.19m
1:29PM0.15m
2:37AM0.19m
1:38PM0.14m
3:06AM0.18m
1:44PM0.14m
3:36AM0.17m
Low Tide
7:12PM0.06m
6:42AM0.04m
7:09PM0.04m
7:14AM0.04m
7:16PM0.03m
7:44AM0.05m
7:30PM0.01m
8:11AM0.06m
7:47PM0.00m
8:35AM0.07m
8:05PM-0.00m
8:56AM0.09m
8:25PM0.00m
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10
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16
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9
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6
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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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