Bondi Beach
The iconic Sydney beach known for its surf culture and beginner-friendly waves.
Iconic beach break offering variety of peaks. Consistent waves suit all levels. Australia's most famous beach delivers reliable surf year-round.
Wave Height
Wind Speed
Water Temperature
19°C
Surf Forecast
Rating Scale:
- Epic (5.0)
- Good (4.8+)
- Fair to Good (4.0+)
- Fair (3.6+)
- Poor to Fair (2.5+)
- Poor (2.0+)
- Very Poor (<2.0)
Monday, 18 Aug
Daylight Times
Tide Times
Daily Overview
Overall Monday is poor to fair with waves holding around 1.6m. The swell is predominantly coming from the South South East (SSE), with moderate to strong South (S) winds averaging 27km/h.
During daylight hours, peak conditions are expected between 06:00 - 09:00 with a rating of 2.5/5. It's recommended to check local webcams and conditions before heading out.
Spot Information
Bondi Beach, Australia's most famous stretch of sand, offers a variety of surf spots that cater to all skill levels. This iconic Sydney beach provides consistent waves year-round, with several distinct sections each offering their own character.
The beach features multiple breaks, including South Bondi, Middle Bondi, and North Bondi, each working differently depending on conditions. The sandy bottom creates shifting peaks that can range from gentle rollers perfect for beginners to more powerful waves for experienced surfers.
While surfable year-round, autumn and winter (March to August) typically deliver the most consistent conditions. The beach handles various swell directions, though south swells usually produce the best waves. Early mornings generally offer the cleanest conditions before the sea breeze picks up.
Local tip: Pay attention to the flag system and lifeguard instructions, as rip currents can be strong. The crowds can be intense, especially on weekends, so respect the local etiquette and take time to understand the peak hierarchy.
Required Skill Level
Hazards & Warnings
Wave Characteristics
- Break Type:
- Beach Break
- Bottom Type:
- Sand
- Wave Quality:
- Average
- Wave Speed:
- Medium
- Wave Length:
- Short
- Consistency:
- 4/5
Ideal Conditions
Wind:
Swell:
Tides:
All TidesPeak Season:
Best Times:
Environmental Factors
- Water Quality:
-
Very Good
- Bondi's water quality is closely monitored by local authorities with daily updates available. Generally good to excellent, though can be impacted after heavy rainfall due to storm water runoff. The beach has a sophisticated water quality monitoring system and public notification process. Water quality typically recovers within 24-48 hours after rain events.
- Summer Water Temp:
- 21-24°C
- Winter Water Temp:
- 16-19°C
- Wind Protection:
- Low
- Swell Exposure:
- Moderate
- Tide Sensitivity:
- Moderate
Logistics
- Crowd Level:
- Extremely Crowded
- Access:
- Easy
- Parking:
- Multiple parking areas, but often full
- Facilities:
- Toilets Showers Restaurants Surf Schools Life Guards Changing Rooms
- Inner Bar:
- 1-2m
- Middle Bar:
- 3-4m
- Outer Bar:
- 5-7m
- Deep Water:
- 8-12m
- Average Slope Ratio:
- 1:35
- Respect flagged areas
- Share waves
- Mind beginners
- Stay between flags when swimming
- No surfing in flagged areas
- Follow lifeguard instructions
Bathymetry Profile
Classic beach break with multiple sandbar system. Moderate gradient with rip channels cutting through sandbars. Southern end features submerged rock shelf.