Kirra surf report
World-class barrelling right. Needs a big east or south-east swell to really turn on. Locals call it Kirra Point.
Today at Kirra (Sat, 3 Oct) · best 5am–8am
Meh.
Glassy, no wind, waist-high waves. Rated for an intermediate surfer.
- Barely any wind (3 kn), so it'll be glassy and smooth.
- Waves around waist high (0.6m faces), on the small side, even for an intermediate surfer.
- Easterly swell at 6 seconds, an angle this spot likes.
- Low tide and rising at 7am, which suits this spot.
- Wind swings northerly 5 kn around 8am, so it'll get choppy.
Forecast checked Sat, 3 Oct, 2:58 am Gold Coast time.
When is Kirra good?
- Best wind
- South-westerly (offshore) or none
- Best swell
- East to south-south-east
- Best tide
- Low tide
- Suits
- Intermediate+
Who it suits depends on the size: intermediates up to about 1m. Bigger than 1m it is for advanced surfers. Long-period groundswell hits harder, so it counts as bigger.
It is much smaller than the exposed beaches and needs a decent swell to get going. A south-westerly 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 Kirra for your level.
Watch out
Heavy, shallow barrels and a strong sweep. Experts only when it is on.
Frequently asked
What are the best conditions for surfing Kirra?
Kirra is best with a south-westerly (offshore) wind or no wind, a east to south-south-east swell and low tide. It is much smaller than the exposed beaches and needs a decent swell to get going.
What wind is offshore at Kirra?
A south-westerly wind (SW) blows straight offshore at Kirra, holding the waves up and keeping them clean. Light winds are good too. Onshore winds make it choppy.
Is Kirra good for beginners?
Not really. Kirra is best for intermediate surfers and up. Beginners will have a better time at Rainbow Bay or Currumbin Alley.
What should I watch out for at Kirra?
Heavy, shallow barrels and a strong sweep. Experts only when it is on.
Nearby breaks
- Greenmount 1.5 km
- Rainbow Bay 2.1 km
- Snapper Rocks 2.7 km