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We compare the 7-day forecast with the version-matched historical observations available for the same time of year at Maroubra. The delta shows whether conditions look better, worse or about the same as a typical late July.
We score each day of the 7-day forecast using the same algorithm as the leaderboard, and highlight the highest scorer.
Open-Meteo's Marine API (swell height, period, water temperature) and Weather API (wind and conditions).
Slim pickings. Only worth it if you are gagging for a wave. Short-period wind swell: expect weak, crumbly faces. Light offshore holding the lip up. Clean rides on offer. Conditions improving through the afternoon. Not enough swell to get this spot firing properly.
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Maroubra is a highly exposed, consistent beach break located in the eastern suburbs of Sydney, Australia. The bathymetry relies on mobile silica sandbanks, which are strongly influenced by tidal currents and the prominent sandstone headlands bounding the bay. The beach operates optimally on south-easterly groundswells generated by Tasman Sea low-pressure systems, paired with a westerly offshore wind. The interaction between the incoming oceanic swell and the structured sandbars creates steep, high-quality A-frame peaks providing both left and right-hand rides. While hollow barrel sections frequently materialise, particularly towards the northern end, the waves generally offer steep, workable walls suitable for high-performance carving. This balance of power and predictability renders Maroubra ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers. The sandy bottom is relatively forgiving, but the notoriously strong littoral rip currents, steep drops, and fiercely competitive local line-up require solid ocean awareness and disciplined paddle fitness to navigate safely.
Heads up: cold-shock risk.
Indicators derived from forecast data, not official warnings. Always check local lifeguard or official advice.
Air quality is currently 20% worse than the average comparison city.
Air quality is currently worse than a typical city. Consider shorter outdoor sessions.
Not a pollutant. Ozone is naturally higher at altitude and near the coast, and lower in cities where traffic exhaust breaks it down. High readings here typically indicate clean air. Can cause short-term airway irritation during intense exercise but is not linked to the long-term health risks of particulate pollution.
Additive health score: each pollutant contributes points relative to its WHO 2021 guideline and long-term health impact (PM2.5 9, NO₂ 5, O₃ 3, PM10 2, SO₂ 1 at WHO limits). Data via Open-Meteo. City markers show live readings. Red line marks the WHO guideline. Updated 15:00
Crystal clear water: ~23m visibility
Daily scores over the last 12 months at Maroubra
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The best week for surf at Maroubra is the week of 2 November (score 3/5) with low crowds.
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Maroubra is a powerful beach break in Sydney's eastern suburbs, known locally as 'Bra'. The beach faces south-east and receives swell from multiple directions. The banks can produce hollow, heavy waves that rival reef breaks for power. The local crew (Bra Boys) are famously tight-knit. When the sand is right, Maroubra produces genuine barrels on a city beach.
Picks up south-east, east, and south groundswells. A north-westerly wind is offshore. Works on all tides. The 3-6ft range produces the best waves. Consistent year-round. Winter southerly swells and summer cyclone swells both work. The banks vary but can be exceptional.
Multiple peaks across the beach. The section near the pool (south end) often has the best banks. The northern end picks up north-east swells. The middle section shifts. Walk the beach and read the banks.
Powerful shorebreak when the banks are steep. Rip currents. The rocks at both ends. Blue bottles in summer. The wave can be genuinely heavy for a beach break. Respect the local crew.
Car park behind the beach. Direct access. Full suburban facilities. The ocean pool is excellent. Part of Sydney's eastern beaches.
Busy. Maroubra has a large, dedicated local surfing community. Good days see 30-40 people. The locals are territorial and the vibe can be intense. Show respect, do not snake, and you will be fine.
Maroubra rewards fitness and commitment. The waves are punchy and the crowd is tough. The Bra Boys documentary gives context for the local culture. Dawn patrol is your best bet for waves with fewer people. The ocean pool is one of Sydney's best. Arthur's pizza on the main strip is a local institution.
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Combining historical conditions with school holiday crowd pressure to find the sweet spot.
The timing score combines two signals: historical conditions quality (how good the skiing or surfing typically is in a given week, based on 5 years of weather data) and crowd pressure (how many of this destination's feeder markets have school holidays that week).
Crowd pressure is weighted by each feeder country's share of visitors. If 40% of a resort's visitors come from France and France is on holiday, that contributes 0.40 to the crowd pressure score. Crowds can reduce the timing score by up to 35%, ensuring conditions still matter most.
Scores: 5 = great conditions with low crowds (the sweet spot). 4 = great conditions with moderate crowds, or good conditions with low crowds. 3 = average. 2 = below average conditions or very crowded. 1 = poor conditions or peak holiday chaos.
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Conditions at Maroubra tend to be best between 08:00 to 11:00 in July.
Average score during this window: 37/100
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