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West-southwest wind keeps it clean, south-southeast swell is the main trigger, and the surf is not tide-sensitive.
Surf GuideCatlins
Nugget Point
A dramatic Catlins headland surf check beneath Nugget Point lighthouse, this is one of New Zealand's most famous and wildlife-rich coastal landmarks. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Nugget Point in Catlins.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationCatlins, NZ
Best conditions today
- Waves 3-4 ft
- Period 10 s
- Wind E 18 kt
Tide curve (forecast)
-0.1 ftfalling
- Low-2.6 ft
- High2.4 ft
- Low-2.4 ft
- High2.0 ft
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