Whites Reef Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.34° S 141.39° E

Whites Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 3 am 29 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Whites Reef sea temperature is
14.8° C
0.9° 

Whites Reef surf forecast from 28 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 1 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 17s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 29 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 16s period, SW swell with 2,601 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 31 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 13s 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 31) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Whites Reef in the next 16 days are 2.3m 16s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 29) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 7s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 02) at 10AM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 1AM (Fri 31st Jul)2.5ft (0.8m) 13s
Best Surf 7AM (Sat 1st Aug)3ft (0.9m) 17s
Most Powerful10AM (Wed 29th Jul)7.5ft (2.3m) 16s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a proper look at what’s coming our way for the next couple of weeks.

Right off the bat, I’ve got to be straight with you – the forecast is a bit of a mixed bag. There’s some serious size on the way, but the wind and conditions are going to be a constant battle. We’re looking at a decent run of surfable waves, but you’ll need to be picky about your windows, and some days are just going to be a write-off.

The water temps are sitting at about 58.6°, which is pretty much what you’d expect for this time of year, nothing unusual there.

We’ll kick things off on Wednesday the 29th of July. The swell is up, but it’s not pretty. The morning has a 7.5ft SW swell with a 16-second period, packing a ton of energy (2601). That’s some serious power, but the 18.6 mph cross-on wind is going to make it a lumpy, bumpy mess at Whites Reef. Afternoon drops a bit to 5.9ft, but it’s still messy. Honestly, this is a “watch from the cliff” day.

Thursday the 30th is a big step down in size. We’ve got a 3.6ft SW swell in the morning, but the wind is onshore and it’s just not happening. The swell's still got some decent period but the energy is way down (448). The afternoon is even smaller at 3.0ft. This is a day for fixing the dings.

Friday the 31st, the poor run continues. We’re down to a weak 2.6ft SW swell all day, with a period of 12 seconds. The wind is light and variable, but it’s still a cross-shore. Despite the long period, the energy is really low (199 in the morning). It’s barely dribbling.

Saturday the 1st of August, things start to look up. The swell is still small at 3.0ft, but the period jumps to a very long 17 seconds, and we get a clean, cross-offshore wind from the north. The energy is picking up (460), but the key here is the wind – it’s clean, and that’s a massive improvement. By the afternoon, it picks up slightly to 3.9ft with a 17-second period and 808 energy. It’s still cross-shore, but it’s clean. This is the first real glimmer of hope, but it's still on the small side.

Sunday the 2nd sees more of the same. A clean 3.9ft SW swell in the morning with a 16-second period, but the wind is a stiff 18.6 mph cross-offshore. It's clean, but that wind is strong. The energy is solid (824), so there’s some push, but it’s going to be a battle against the breeze. Afternoon gets sloppy again with the wind turning cross-onshore. It’s a frustrating pattern.

Monday the 3rd of August, the swell jumps back up to 5.6ft from the WSW, with a period of 14 seconds. But the wind is onshore and the energy is high (1183). By the afternoon it’s 6.6ft (1422 energy), but it’s a total onshore mess. Forget it.

The middle of the week is more of the same – small, weak swells and wonky wind. Tuesday the 4th has a 3.6ft SW swell, but the wind is light and cross-onshore. It’s a marginal call at best.

Now, here’s where it gets interesting. Thursday the 6th of August. The morning is nothing special, but the afternoon... the afternoon is the standout of the entire forecast period. The swell is only 2.6ft, but the period is an incredible 21 seconds. That is a proper, long-range groundswell. The energy is strong (831), and most importantly, the wind goes glassy. Dead-flat calm, perfect conditions. This is the window to get out. A long-period, glassy afternoon on a reef break like Whites Reef could be absolutely magic. It’s small, but clean as a whistle.

Friday the 7th of August has another good chance with a 3.6ft SW swell, an 18-second period, and clean cross-offshore

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Thu afternoon. Very mild (max 12°C on Thu morning, min 10°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 15mm), heaviest on Sun afternoon. Very mild (max 14°C on Sat afternoon, min 9°C on Sat morning). Mainly fresh winds.

Wednesday
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Thursday
30
Friday
31
Saturday
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Height (m)
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Period (s)
2.3
SW
16
1.8
SW
14
1.3
SW
13
1.1
SW
13
0.9
SW
13
0.8
SW
13
0.8
SW
12
0.8
SW
12
0.7
SW
12
0.9
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17
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17
1.3
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16
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16
1.1
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15
0.9
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14
1.7
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14
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WSW
13
1.6
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12
1.1
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12
0.8
SW
12
0.8
SW
14
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
2601
1402
637
380
277
224
175
187
153
459
802
844
719
516
346
1114
1422
724
309
190
245
Wind (km/h)
30
SSW
15
SW
20
SSW
15
WSW
15
SW
5
SSE
5
NNW
10
W
10
N
15
N
15
NNW
25
N
30
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30
WNW
35
WSW
25
SW
25
SW
20
SW
10
SSW
10
SSW
0
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Wind State
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cross-on
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High Tide
1:23PM0.20m
00:16AM0.08m
1:43PM0.21m
00:52AM0.10m
2:03PM0.20m
1:27AM0.11m
2:21PM0.20m
2:02AM0.12m
2:38PM0.19m
2:37AM0.13m
2:51PM0.17m
3:13AM0.14m
2:59PM0.16m
3:53AM0.14m
Low Tide
8:50PM0.07m
6:05AM0.02m
8:45PM0.07m
6:42AM0.02m
8:48PM0.06m
7:16AM0.02m
8:56PM0.06m
7:49AM0.03m
9:07PM0.05m
8:22AM0.04m
9:18PM0.04m
8:53AM0.06m
9:28PM0.03m
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7:39
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7:33
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5:42
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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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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