Surf spot

shark cove

Forecast conditions and map view for shark cove in Australia, NSW, Central. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: Australia, NSW, Central
Coordinates: -33.5293, 151.4030

Metric
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Wave height (m)	0.7	0.7	0.7	0.7	0.7	0.7	0.7	0.7	0.7	0.7	0.6	0.6	0.6	0.6	0.6	0.7	0.7	0.7	0.6	0.6	0.5	0.6	0.6	0.7	0.6	0.6	0.5	0.5	0.4	0.3	0.3	0.6	1.2	1.2	1.4	1.3	1.1	1.1	1.4	1.4	1.5	1.5	1.4	1.3	1.2	1.1	1.1	1	1	0.8	0.8	0.7	0.6	0.7	0.6	0.6
Wave direction	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE
Wave period (s)	8.6	8.9	9.2	9.3	9.6	9.3	9.3	9.4	9.5	9.3	9.1	8.9	9.1	9.5	5.3	4.2	4.4	4.5	4.5	4.6	5.3	5.2	4	4.3	4.5	4.5	4.5	4.5	4.5	4.5	4.6	6.3	6	6.9	7.3	7.5	8.1	8.3	7.7	8.3	7.5	7.3	7.3	7.2	7	6.8	6.5	6.5	6.7	7.8	7.8	7.9	7.8	6.8	7.3	7
Wave energy (kJ)	77	70	78	86	89	90	89	88	83	75	67	62	60	65	23	18	19	18	14	13	15	17	13	16	15	13	10	9	6	5	3	32	97	128	206	205	171	155	223	259	267	250	203	168	135	118	104	93	85	78	71	58	44	40	34	36
Wind speed (km/h)	5.8	6.1	4.7	5.8	13.8	14.5	13	8.7	5.1	5.2	4.3	7.6	16.9	18.1	19.4	8.3	4.9	4.4	4.9	8.6	10.1	8.4	8.2	8.4	6.5	5.4	5.6	8.3	18.7	12.8	9.4	24.5	25.3	20.2	23.3	24.7	27.9	26.1	24.5	23	23.3	18.2	15.3	17.3	21.2	16.3	10.8	6.4	6.1	6.8	6.2	3.2	15.1	14.5	12.4	8.3
Wind direction	WCross	WCross	WGlassy	ECross	ECross	ENECross-off	NECross-off	NOffshore	NOffshore	NNWOffshore	NNWGlassy	ENECross-off	ENECross-off	NECross-off	NNECross-off	NOffshore	NNWGlassy	NWGlassy	NNWGlassy	NNEOffshore	NECross-off	NNEOffshore	NNEOffshore	NOffshore	NNWOffshore	WCross	WSWCross-on	SOnshore	SECross-on	SECross-on	SOnshore	SOnshore	SSWOnshore	SWCross-on	SWCross-on	SSWOnshore	SSWOnshore	SSWOnshore	SOnshore	SOnshore	SSWOnshore	SWCross-on	SWCross-on	SSWOnshore	SOnshore	SOnshore	SOnshore	SWCross-on	WCross	WCross	WCross	ESEGlassy	ENECross-off	NECross-off	NNEOffshore	NOffshore

Shark Cove, NSW Central Coast, Australia is a lesser-known surf spot known more for its scenic, rugged coastline than for consistent, beginner-friendly waves. Depending on conditions, it can produce fun beach-break waves with some shape, but it’s generally a spot that rewards local knowledge, patience, and the right swell direction.

What it’s like

Type of wave: Mostly beach break / nearby reef influence depending on the exact section
Wave quality: Can be punchy and hollow on the right swell, but often inconsistent
Best conditions: Clean offshore winds, moderate to larger swells, and sandbanks or contours in the right place
Crowds: Usually quieter than major Central Coast breaks
Skill level: Better for intermediate to advanced surfers when it’s working well

Things to know

The Central Coast can be highly wind-sensitive, so surf quality changes quickly.
Like many NSW spots, it can be affected by shifting sandbars, tides, and swell angle.
The area can have rocky sections and hazards, so it’s worth checking the lineup carefully before paddling out.

Vibe

Shark Cove tends to feel more raw and exposed than polished surf destinations. It’s the kind of place surfers go when they’re exploring for a quieter wave rather than chasing a guaranteed, crowded session.