
Surf Forecasts:
Woolgoolga Back Beach surf forecast from 15 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 21 Jul, 7PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 10s period, E swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 19 Jul, 4AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 10s period, ESE swell with 2,804 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 21 Jul, 7PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 10s period with E swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Woolgoolga Back Beach this week:
The surf forecast for Woolgoolga Back Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 21) at 7PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.6m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 11s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Woolgoolga Back Beach in the next 16 days are 3.5m 10s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 19) at 4AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.1m 10s period and expected on Thursday (Jul 16) at 7PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7PM (Tue 21st Jul) | 5ft (1.6m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 7PM (Tue 21st Jul) | 5ft (1.6m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 4AM (Sun 19th Jul) | 11ft (3.5m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Woolgoolga Back Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here with a look at what’s on the cards for Woolgoolga Back Beach.
Straight up, we’re in for a bit of a rough patch to start. The first week is pretty much a write-off because of strong, onshore winds and messy conditions. There’s a big pulse of swell mid-week from the 15th on, but it’s all cross-on and lumpy with poor ratings across the board. That said, don’t lose hope – things are looking to clean up nicely after that, especially around the 22nd.
The best call for a real surf is Wednesday morning, July 22. We’ve got a stiff 4ft swell from the east, with a period of 10 seconds, and the wind goes completely glassy. That means clean, smooth lines with no chop. The combined swell energy is a moderate 333, so there’s some push but not overwhelming. The water’s sitting at 68°, which is about average for this time of year, so a springy full suit will still be your best mate.
Another solid option is Thursday morning, July 23, with the swell dropping a little to 4ft from the east, but the wind turns offshore from the NNW at 6 mph. That’ll give you clean little peelers with a moderate 206 energy reading. It’s not going to be huge, but it’ll be fun for a beginner-friendly cruise.
Later on, Tuesday morning, July 28, we see a sneaky spike of 6ft swell from the south at a very long 12-second period. That’s a proper groundswell, which tends to hold shape nicely at this spot but can also be a bit straight for a beach. Winds are still cross-on though, so it’s not a standout. Keep it on the radar if you’re after some push.
For the rest of the outlook, there’s plenty of knee-to-waist high stuff but the wind is mostly cross or cross-on, so it’s not going to be your day to score. The crowds are listed as "sometimes," so expect a few locals out, but nothing hectic.
Alright, stay stoked and watch the forecasts – it’s rare to get a bad run for too long here.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 17mm), heaviest on Thu night. Very mild (max 18°C on Thu morning, min 14°C on Wed morning). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 12mm), heaviest on Sat night. Very mild (max 18°C on Sat morning, min 16°C on Mon night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the S on Sat afternoon, light winds from the SSW by Mon night). | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 4 | SSE 7 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SE 8 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 8 | ESE 9 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 |
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35 | 498 | 804 | 854 | 770 | 699 | 483 | 440 | 622 | 773 | 1338 | 2776 | 2662 | 2560 | 1667 | 1875 | 1130 | 900 | 637 | 569 | 369 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | on | cross | on | cross-off |
High Tide | 8:55PM1.89m | 9:26AM1.15m | 9:42PM1.82m | 10:15AM1.17m | 10:27PM1.71m | 11:04AM1.19m | 11:10PM1.55m | 11:55AM1.21m | 11:54PM1.37m | 12:48PM1.22m | 00:39AM1.19m | 1:44PM1.22m | 1:29AM1.04m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 2:15PM0.02m | 3:40AM-0.04m | 3:06PM0.04m | 4:23AM-0.02m | 3:56PM0.11m | 5:05AM0.02m | 4:47PM0.20m | 5:45AM0.08m | 5:41PM0.32m | 6:24AM0.15m | 6:40PM0.43m | 7:04AM0.22m | 7:50PM0.51m | ||||||||
6:41 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | |
— | 5:04 | — | — | 5:05 | — | — | 5:05 | — | — | 5:06 | — | — | 5:06 | — | — | 5:07 | — | — | 5:07 | — | |
mm | — | 2 | 3 | — | 1 | 10 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 16 | 15 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 17 |
Feels °C | 9 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 18 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 9 | E 10 | — | S 15 | S 19 | S 18 | SSE 18 | S 18 | S 14 | ESE 9 | ESE 10 | S 20 | SSW 19 | ESE 10 | SSW 16 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 |
2 | 2 | — | 5 | 7 | 26 | 34 | 54 | 16 | 773 | 1338 | 74 | 119 | 2189 | 86 | 1469 | 1130 | 900 | 637 | 569 | 369 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 11 | E 10 | — | — | — | NE 9 | NNE 8 | S 12 | S 11 | — | S 21 | SSE 20 | S 24 | SSW 18 | S 17 | SSE 13 | SSE 13 | SSE 12 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 |
2 | 2 | — | — | — | 3 | 6 | 11 | 2 | — | 34 | 41 | 11 | 103 | 6 | 35 | 33 | 48 | 42 | 39 | 37 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 16 | — | — | — | — | — | S 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 23 | — | S 16 | — | S 16 | S 15 | S 15 | E 13 |
5 | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 11 | — | 5 | — | 5 | 17 | 4 | 3 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 4 | SSE 7 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SE 8 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 8 | S 7 | SSE 6 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | — | — | — | — | — |
35 | 498 | 804 | 854 | 770 | 699 | 483 | 440 | 622 | 284 | 303 | 2776 | 2662 | 2560 | 1667 | 1875 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 47 | 179 | 47 | 60 | 633 | 219 | 173 | 339 | 60 | 384 | 384 | 436 | 452 | 452 | 105 | 78 | 21 | 7 | 1 | 7 | 0 |
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Information about the Woolgoolga Back Beach Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Woolgoolga Back Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Woolgoolga Back Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Woolgoolga Back Beach 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 (Woolgoolga Back Beach) 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 Woolgoolga Back Beach 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.










