North Narrabeen surf report
World-class sand banks by the lagoon mouth. Punchy lefts and rights.
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Tomorrow at North Narrabeen (Sun, 4 Oct) · best 5am–3pm
Fun.
Glassy, no wind, head-high waves. Rated for an intermediate surfer.
- Barely any wind (5 kn), so it'll be glassy and smooth.
- Waves around head high (1.1m faces), a good size for an intermediate surfer.
- East-north-easterly swell at 6 seconds, an angle this spot likes.
- Mid tide and rising at 10am, which suits this spot.
- Wind swings south-easterly 9 kn around 3pm, so it'll get choppy.
Forecast checked Sat, 3 Oct, 9:15 pm Gold Coast time.
When is North Narrabeen 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 North Narrabeen for your level.
Watch out
Strong current from the lagoon and a competitive crowd.
Frequently asked
What are the best conditions for surfing North Narrabeen?
North Narrabeen 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 North Narrabeen?
A westerly wind (W) blows straight offshore at North Narrabeen, holding the waves up and keeping them clean. Light winds are good too. Onshore winds make it choppy.
Is North Narrabeen good for beginners?
Not really. North Narrabeen 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 North Narrabeen?
Strong current from the lagoon and a competitive crowd.
Nearby breaks
- Dee Why Point 5.8 km
- Curl Curl 7.5 km
- Freshwater 8.8 km