
Surf Forecasts:
Zero surf forecast from 31 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 31 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 13s period, S swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 31 Jul, 5PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 13s period, S swell with 340 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 31 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 13s period with S swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Zero this week:
The surf forecast for Zero over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 31) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 4s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Zero in the next 16 days are 1.0m 13s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 31) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Fri 31st Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Fri 31st Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 13s |
| Most Powerful | 5PM (Fri 31st Jul) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 13s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Zero over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s be real – the next couple of weeks look pretty sorry. We’re staring down a long stretch of tiny, weak surf, with barely a few clean windows. The water is sitting at a very unusual 72°F right now, which is way warmer than you’d expect, so at least you'll be comfortable in a spring suit.
The only spot in the frame is Zero (point), but it’s a fickle one. This place rarely breaks, so the fact it’s even showing up is worth noting. The first real shot is Friday morning, July 31st. We’ve got a small 2ft swell from the SSW, with a solid 15-second period, giving it some punch. The combined energy is moderate (420), and with a light offshore breeze from the SW, it’ll be clean. The wave energy is from the south, matching the optimum direction for this point, so those few waves that come through could be groomed. It’s a rare break, so crowds are unlikely, but you have to be on it.
After that, it’s grim. Saturday, August 1st has a similar 3ft swell in the morning with offshore wind, but the energy drops (255) and it’s only marginal. The rest of the first week is flat – 1ft to 2ft waves, mostly onshore or cross-shore wind, and very weak energy (often under 100). It’s not good for paddling, and honestly, the setup looks more interesting for a kite surfer than a paddle surfer during those afternoons with a bit of cross-breeze.
There’s a potential flicker in the second week, but it’s a long way off so keep your hopes low. Friday, August 7th sees a 2ft swell from the SSW, but with a very long 19-second period. That’s a proper groundswell, but it’s tiny, and the energy is still moderate (304). The morning has onshore wind, but the afternoon has a light cross-onshore – still not great. The best chance in that week might be Thursday, August 13th afternoon, where we see a 2ft SSW swell with a 16-second period and a clean cross-offshore breeze from the WNW (320 energy). That’s a decent window for a point break, but again, it’s a “rarely breaks” spot, so it’s a gamble.
The very end of the forecast, Saturday, August 15th, shows a slight bump: 3ft from the SSW with a 16-second period, and the combined energy jumps to strong (517) in the morning. The morning has offshore wind, but it’s a long way out. The afternoon is clean with a cross-offshore breeze. If that holds, it could be the best of a very flat period, but don’t bank on it. As it stands, the 16-day run has a massive gap of flat, poor surf with only a few, very specific, marginal windows.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Sat afternoon, min 19°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Mon morning, min 19°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 15 | S 13 | S 11 | S 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 18 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
222 | 340 | 89 | 215 | 187 | 54 | 51 | 48 | 47 | 43 | 42 | 40 | 59 | 56 | 54 | 71 | 71 | 97 | 64 | 61 | 82 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross | cross | on | cross | cross-on | on | cross | glassy | on | cross-off | glassy | on | cross | glassy | on | cross | cross-on | on | cross-on | glassy |
High Tide | 11:51AM1.64m | 10:54PM2.04m | 12:17PM1.70m | 11:31PM1.88m | 12:44PM1.76m | 00:12AM1.69m | 1:16PM1.82m | 1:05AM1.48m | 1:55PM1.89m | 2:26AM1.28m | 2:45PM1.94m | 4:43AM1.18m | 3:50PM2.01m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 4:55PM0.99m | 5:48AM0.37m | 5:40PM0.97m | 6:12AM0.49m | 6:31PM0.95m | 6:35AM0.63m | 7:35PM0.91m | 7:01AM0.78m | 8:57PM0.85m | 7:31AM0.94m | 10:34PM0.72m | 8:13AM1.08m | 00:00AM0.53m | ||||||||
6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | |
— | 7:57 | — | — | 7:55 | — | — | 7:54 | — | — | 7:54 | — | — | 7:53 | — | — | 7:52 | — | — | 7:52 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 25 | 23 | 25 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 21 | 24 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 20 | 23 | 22 | 20 |
Feels °C | 23 | 23 | 20 | 25 | 26 | 22 | 26 | 25 | 22 | 25 | 24 | 19 | 24 | 24 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 21 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 12 | S 13 | S 11 | S 13 | SSW 13 | S 10 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | W 5 | WSW 5 | SW 13 | W 5 | SW 15 | SW 15 | WSW 4 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 |
193 | 340 | 82 | 215 | 187 | 51 | 51 | 48 | 13 | 10 | 42 | 11 | 59 | 56 | 5 | 71 | 71 | 97 | 64 | 61 | 61 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 15 | SW 15 | S 13 | WSW 5 | S 12 | SSW 13 | SSW 9 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 16 | SW 12 | WSW 5 | SW 12 | SW 14 | WSW 4 | SSW 11 | WSW 4 | S 12 | SSW 20 | SW 18 |
222 | 34 | 89 | 5 | 48 | 54 | 26 | 46 | 44 | 43 | 41 | 39 | 5 | 22 | 54 | 3 | 12 | 3 | 25 | 40 | 82 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 5 | — | WSW 5 | SW 15 | WSW 5 | WSW 5 | SW 14 | WSW 5 | SSW 12 | S 11 | S 11 | SW 16 | SW 12 | S 10 | SW 13 | SSW 13 | S 12 | S 9 | W 4 | S 12 | WSW 4 |
5 | — | 7 | 35 | 5 | 8 | 49 | 6 | 47 | 22 | 21 | 40 | 23 | 8 | 42 | 33 | 12 | 6 | 1 | 11 | 1 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | W 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | WSW 6 | — | — | WSW 6 | — | — | WSW 3 | — | — | WSW 2 | W 4 |
— | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 10 | — | — | 10 | — | — | 2 | — | — | 1 | 5 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 54 | 63 | 7 | 54 | 8 | 7 | 54 | 8 | 0 | 54 | 63 | 0 | 54 | 8 | 0 | 54 | 8 | 13 | 54 | 63 | 0 |
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Information about the Zero Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Zero provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Zero can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Zero 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 (Zero) 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 Zero 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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