Maroubra surf report
Exposed beach that picks up more swell than the rest of the east.
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Tomorrow at Maroubra (Sun, 4 Oct) · best 5am–3pm
Fun.
Clean offshore wind, head-high waves. Rated for an intermediate surfer.
- West-north-westerly wind at 5 kn. That's offshore here, so the waves will be clean.
- Waves around head high (1.0m faces), a good size for an intermediate surfer.
- East-north-easterly swell at 6 seconds, an angle this spot likes.
- High tide and rising at 12pm, but this spot prefers mid tide.
- Wind swings south-easterly 10 kn around 3pm, so it'll get choppy.
Forecast checked Sat, 3 Oct, 9:13 pm Gold Coast time.
When is Maroubra good?
- Best wind
- Westerly (offshore) or none
- Best swell
- North-north-east to south
- 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 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 Maroubra for your level.
Watch out
Strong rips and a local crowd.
Frequently asked
What are the best conditions for surfing Maroubra?
Maroubra is best with a westerly (offshore) wind or no wind, a north-north-east to south 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 Maroubra?
A westerly wind (W) blows straight offshore at Maroubra, holding the waves up and keeping them clean. Light winds are good too. Onshore winds make it choppy.
Is Maroubra good for beginners?
Not really. Maroubra is best for intermediate surfers and up. Beginners will have a better time at Palm Beach (Sydney) or Curl Curl.
What should I watch out for at Maroubra?
Strong rips and a local crowd.