Surf spot

Balding Bay

Forecast conditions and map view for Balding Bay in Australia, QLD, Far North West. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: Australia, QLD, Far North West
Coordinates: -19.1102, 146.8694

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Wave height (m)	0.6	1	0.8	0.6	0.2	0.1	0.2	0.3	0.7	0.9	0.8	0.7	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.3	0.7	0.9	0.7	0.6	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.3	0.7	0.9	0.7	0.6	0.3	0.2	0.3	0.4	0.8	0.7	0.7	0.6	0.5	0.4	0.5	0.4	0.4	0.4	0.3	0.3	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.3	0.4	0.5	0.5	0.5	0.4	0.3	0.3	0.3
Wave direction	E	E	E	E	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	E	E	E	E	ENE	ENE	NE	ENE	E	E	E	E	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	E	E	E	E	ENE	ESE	ENE	ENE	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	NE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	NE
Wave period (s)	5.3	4.6	4.5	5.3	6.7	7.2	7	5.8	4.8	4.3	4.3	4.1	6	7.3	6.5	6	4.9	4.3	4.1	4.2	7.3	7.5	7.3	6.3	5	4.2	4	4	7	6.2	4.9	4.5	4.3	4	3.9	3.8	3.7	3.5	3	3	3	3.1	3.2	3.3	6.3	5.3	5.3	5.8	6.3	6	6.7	7	7.7	8.2	7.6	5.5
Wave energy (kJ)	22	41	29	17	4	2	3	7	23	33	23	16	3	5	3	8	25	33	17	12	5	5	3	8	22	30	17	10	7	4	5	7	22	17	15	10	6	4	4	3	3	3	2	2	3	2	2	5	14	21	24	26	17	9	8	5
Wind speed (km/h)	19.8	13.1	13.9	24.3	34.3	30.2	27.2	25.1	20.3	15.5	13.1	20.7	31.6	29.2	26.3	28.5	20.5	13	14.5	17.5	32	32.1	27.5	29.3	23.7	17.9	17.6	21.9	29	27.4	23.8	24.9	21.2	15.5	12.7	10.8	19.7	14.6	6.1	1.1	6.3	9.8	12.5	17.3	33.4	39.7	41.1	38.7	31.7	28	21.4	36.2	37.8	35.3	31.8	31.9
Wind direction	SSECross	SCross	SSECross	ESECross-on	ECross-on	EOnshore	EOnshore	ESECross-on	ESECross-on	SSECross	SSECross	ESECross-on	EOnshore	EOnshore	EOnshore	ESECross-on	SECross-on	SCross-off	SCross	ESECross-on	ENEOnshore	EOnshore	EOnshore	ECross-on	ESECross-on	SECross	SSECross	ESECross-on	EOnshore	EOnshore	EOnshore	ECross-on	ESECross-on	SECross-on	SSECross	EOnshore	NEOnshore	NEOnshore	NNECross-on	WSWGlassy	WSWOffshore	SCross-off	SSECross	EOnshore	EOnshore	EBlown out	ESEBlown out	ESEBlown out	ESECross-on	SECross-on	SECross-on	ESEBlown out	EBlown out	EBlown out	EOnshore	ESECross-on

Balding Bay in Far North West Queensland is a remote, little-traveled surf location with a very wild, isolated feel. It’s the kind of place where the coastline does much of the talking: long stretches of open shore, exposed water, and minimal development around it.

A few broad characteristics you’d expect from a spot like this in that region:

Remote access: Likely requires a long drive and careful planning. Services, shops, and rescue support may be far away.
Powerful conditions: Far North Queensland beaches can be strongly affected by swell, wind, tides, and seasonal weather systems.
Warm water, tropical environment: Expect warm temperatures, humid air, and coastal scenery typical of northern Australia.
Hazards: Depending on the exact section of coastline, risks may include rips, shallow sandbars, marine life, and in some places crocodiles or stingers.
Best for experienced surfers: Remote northern breaks often suit surfers who are self-reliant and comfortable in changing, sometimes challenging conditions.