Is December a good time for surfing at Bells Beach?
December is a good month for surfing at Bells Beach (best: July, September–October). Waves 1.9 m, water 17°C (4/3 wetsuit), air 21°C.
Plan your trip to Bells BeachEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1.9 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 17°C, 4/3 wetsuit
- Air: 21°C by day, 12°C at night
- Weather: 28 sunny days, 9 rainy days
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in December
Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Other surfing spots in Australia in December →Where to go surfing in December →Schools and camps near Bells Beach
- Torquay Surf Academy 4.8 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is December a good time for surfing at Bells Beach?
December is a good month for surfing at Bells Beach (best: July, September–October). Waves 1.9 m, water 17°C (4/3 wetsuit), air 21°C.
How warm is the water at Bells Beach in December?
About 17°C: 4/3 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Bells Beach in December?
About 1.9 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Bells Beach in December?
Around 21°C by day and 12°C at night, with about 28 sunny and 9 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in December?
Within 1,500 km: Angourie (1.7 m waves), Sydney – Manly Beach (1.8 m waves) & Cactus Beach (1.9 m waves).
