Surf spot

Diggers Rights

Forecast conditions and map view for Diggers Rights in Australia, NSW, Sydney North. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: Australia, NSW, Sydney North
Coordinates: -33.7798, 151.2964

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Wind speed (km/h)	6.9	6.9	5.8	4.7	18.4	18.6	17.6	10.5	7.6	6.9	5.5	7.7	20.6	22.5	24.3	4.7	5.9	6.3	6.2	8.5	18.5	6.2	9.2	11.2	7.3	7.9	10	10.8	18.6	16.6	13.8	29.2	31	26.2	28.7	29.8	35.3	32.4	29.3	27.9	27.8	24	21.7	24.3	25.2	21.3	14.2	9.2	10.8	10	8.7	3.6	19	21.9	18.8	10.9
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Diggers Rights is a Sydney North Coast, NSW surf spot known for being a reliable beachbreak with shifting banks rather than a fixed point or reef setup.

Quick description

Type: Beachbreak
Wave quality: Can be fun and punchy when the sand lines up
Best for: Intermediate surfers, though it can offer sections for advanced surfers on better days
Crowds: Often busy, especially when conditions are good
Vibe: Typical Sydney beachbreak session — energetic, competitive, and highly dependent on sand movement

What it’s like to surf

Diggers Rights usually works best when: - there’s a solid NE to E swell - winds are light offshore or cross-offshore - the sandbanks are in good shape

Because it’s a beachbreak, the waves can: - change a lot from week to week - offer lefts and rights - produce steeper, faster sections when the swell is up

Hazards / things to know

Strong rips can develop
Shifting banks can make takeoff zones unpredictable
Can get closeouty on bigger swells
Crowd management can be a factor

Best conditions

Swell: E/NE
Wind: W/SW to SW offshore
Tide: Often best around mid tide, but this can vary with bank setup