Gunnamatta surf report
Exposed ocean beach on the Mornington Peninsula that picks up plenty of swell.
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Tomorrow at Gunnamatta (Sun, 4 Oct) · not worth it
Nah.
Choppy onshore wind, well overhead waves. Rated for an intermediate surfer.
- South-westerly wind at 7 kn. That's onshore here, so it'll be choppy and messy.
- Waves around well overhead (2.0m faces), on the big side for an intermediate surfer.
- South-westerly swell at 11 seconds, an angle this spot likes.
- Mid tide and rising at 1pm, which suits this spot.
- Faces around 2.0m. If it looks too much, watch from the beach. There's no shame in it.
- At 2.0m and 11 seconds, Gunnamatta is one for advanced / pro surfers and up today. Strong rips. One of Victoria's most dangerous beaches for swimmers.
Forecast checked Sat, 3 Oct, 9:15 pm Gold Coast time.
When is Gunnamatta good?
- Best wind
- North-easterly (offshore) or none
- Best swell
- South to west
- Best tide
- Mid tide
- Suits
- Intermediate+
Who it suits depends on the size: intermediates up to about 1.5m. Bigger than 1.5m it is for advanced surfers. Long-period groundswell hits harder, so it counts as bigger.
It picks up more swell than anywhere else around, so it is often the place to check on small days. A north-easterly wind blows offshore here, so mornings before the sea breeze are usually cleanest. Get Frothin’ checks the wind, swell, tide and the live wave buoys every hour and tells you, in plain English, whether it's worth paddling out at Gunnamatta for your level.
Watch out
Strong rips. One of Victoria's most dangerous beaches for swimmers.
Frequently asked
What are the best conditions for surfing Gunnamatta?
Gunnamatta is best with a north-easterly (offshore) wind or no wind, a south to west swell and mid tide. It picks up more swell than anywhere else around, so it is often the place to check on small days.
What wind is offshore at Gunnamatta?
A north-easterly wind (NE) blows straight offshore at Gunnamatta, holding the waves up and keeping them clean. Light winds are good too. Onshore winds make it choppy.
Is Gunnamatta good for beginners?
Not really. Gunnamatta is best for intermediate surfers and up. Beginners will have a better time at Smiths Beach (Phillip Island).
What should I watch out for at Gunnamatta?
Strong rips. One of Victoria's most dangerous beaches for swimmers.
Nearby breaks
- Flinders 14.6 km
- Portsea Back Beach 17.7 km
- Point Leo 18.8 km