Winki Pop Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.37° S 144.29° E

Winki Pop Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 pm 10 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Winki Pop sea temperature is
14.0° C
0.4° 

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


Winki Pop surf forecast from 10 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 14 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 15s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 13 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 16ft (5.0m), 15s period, WSW swell with 11,294 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 11 Jul, 4AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 15s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Winki Pop this week:

The surf forecast for Winki Pop over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 11) at 4AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 15s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Winki Pop in the next 16 days are 5.0m 15s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 13) at 10PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 4s period and expected on Saturday (Jul 11) at 4PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 4AM (Sat 11th Jul)2.5ft (0.7m) 15s
Best Surf10PM (Tue 14th Jul)7ft (2.2m) 15s
Most Powerful10PM (Mon 13th Jul)16ft (5.0m) 15s

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


G’day, Rusty here.

We’ve got a 16-day window stretching from Saturday the 11th of July, right through to Sunday the 26th of July. The first couple of days are a write-off for any real surf, but once that clean swell kicks in, we’ve got a serious run of waves ahead. There’s a big gap at the start with no real recommendations until Sunday the 12th, but from there it’s game on.

The standout in this whole period is hands-down Tuesday the 14th of July. That morning, we’ve got a massive 15ft SW groundswell with a 15-second period rolling in at Winki Pop (Victoria). The combined energy is absolutely pumping at 12465 (very strong wave energy). Winds are a moderate cross-off from the west, keeping things clean, but this is a heavy, expert-only wave. It’s a reef and point setup, so that long-period groundswell will wrap in with plenty of power. This is the big one – but only for the skilled crew. The water temp is about average for this time of year, nothing wild.

Sunday the 12th starts to show some life. Morning is 4ft from the SW at 12 seconds, with a fresh offshore from the WNW. Clean lines, combined energy of 520 (moderate wave energy). It’s still a bit small and marginal for the advanced crowd, but it’s a sign of what’s coming.

Monday the 13th steps it up. 7ft to 8ft SW groundswell, 16-second period, and a fresh offshore all day from the NW. Energy is in the 2365 to 2577 range (strong wave energy). Surf is clean and powerful, but it’s still a bit messy for the rating – worth a look if you’re comfortable in bigger, longer-period sets.

Then Tuesday the 14th – the big day. That 15ft SW swell, 15-second period, and clean cross-off winds. The combined energy is enormous (12465 to 10752). This is a solid, expert-only groundswell hitting the reef and point. The long period means it’ll barrel and hold shape, but it’s not for the faint-hearted.

Wednesday the 15th and Thursday the 16th are a beautiful drop in size. 5ft to 6ft SW groundswell, 14-second period, with light offshore winds from the NW. Combined energy is 770 to 1220 (moderate to strong wave energy). Surf is clean and glassy – perfect for a more relaxed session, and the crowd is often around here, so expect some company.

Friday the 17th is another cracker. 5ft to 5ft SW groundswell, 16-second period, with light offshore winds. Combined energy is 1479 to 1145 (very strong wave energy). Clean, well-shaped waves, and the water is still glassy. This is a top pick for experienced surfers.

Saturday the 18th drops off to 3ft to 2ft SW swell, 13 to 14-second period, with light cross-off winds. Energy is 322 to 250 (weak to moderate wave energy). Surfable but ordinary.

Sunday the 19th is a waste – 2ft to 2ft SW swell, long period but poor energy and fresh cross-off winds. Skip it.

Monday the 20th sees a return to small, clean waves. 3ft SW, 16-second period, with gentle offshore winds. Energy is 364 (weak wave energy). Good for a longboard, but nothing special.

Tuesday the 21st is tricky. Morning is 5ft SW, 10-second period, with cross-off wind – marginal. But the afternoon brings a jump to 7ft SW, 13-second period, with light cross-off winds and energy of 1534 (strong wave energy). This is a highlight for the second week – clean and powerful, but best for experienced surfers.

Wednesday the 22nd is solid: 6ft to 6ft SSW, 12-second period, with gentle offshore winds from the NW. Energy is 926 to 1184 (strong wave energy). Clean, fun waves.

Thursday the 23rd is for the brave. 8ft to 7ft SSW, 16-second period, with fresh offshore winds. Energy is 2897 to 2400 (very strong wave energy). Big, powerful, and only for experts.

Friday the 24th and Saturday the 25th are a step down: 6ft to 6ft SW, 14 to 15-second period, with moderate cross-off winds. Energy is 1203 to 1538 (strong wave energy). Surfable but messy, especially Saturday with a cross-chop.

Sunday the 26th is the last day: 5ft SW, 15-second period, with gentle cross-shore winds and a slight chop. Energy is 784 (moderate wave energy). Not the best way to end the run.

Crowds at Winki Pop are often there, so be ready for company, especially on the clean days.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 19mm), heaviest on Sat afternoon. Very mild (max 15°C on Sat morning, min 7°C on Sat night). Winds increasing (light winds from the NNW on Fri night, strong winds from the W by Sat night).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Very mild (max 15°C on Thu afternoon, min 10°C on Mon night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the WSW on Tue morning, light winds from the NW by Thu afternoon).

Saturday
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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15
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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134
125
156
520
868
1493
2344
2481
3548
9483
8128
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1220
928
752
752
742
1305
1333
1060
Wind (km/h)
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25
NNE
35
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35
NW
35
WNW
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High Tide
7:30AM1.71m
6:39PM1.65m
8:40AM1.74m
7:35PM1.61m
9:55AM1.78m
8:45PM1.58m
11:07AM1.84m
10:05PM1.58m
12:09PM1.92m
11:25PM1.62m
1:04PM1.99m
00:38AM1.70m
1:51PM2.03m
Low Tide
00:39AM0.22m
1:09PM0.92m
1:34AM0.17m
2:18PM1.01m
2:38AM0.14m
3:38PM1.04m
3:48AM0.11m
4:58PM0.99m
4:59AM0.08m
6:08PM0.88m
6:06AM0.06m
7:07PM0.73m
7:06AM0.08m
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Information about the Winki Pop Surf forecast

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