Is May a good time for surfing at Bells Beach?
May is a good month for surfing at Bells Beach (best: July, September–October). Waves 1.8 m, water 16°C (4/3 wetsuit), air 16°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: 1.8 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 16°C, 4/3 wetsuit
- Air: 16°C by day, 10°C at night
- Weather: 23 sunny days, 8 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 May
Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Other surfing spots in Australia in May →Where to go surfing in May →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 May a good time for surfing at Bells Beach?
May is a good month for surfing at Bells Beach (best: July, September–October). Waves 1.8 m, water 16°C (4/3 wetsuit), air 16°C.
How warm is the water at Bells Beach in May?
About 16°C: 4/3 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Bells Beach in May?
About 1.8 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Bells Beach in May?
Around 16°C by day and 10°C at night, with about 23 sunny and 8 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in May?
Within 1,500 km: Lennox Head (2.1 m waves), Angourie (2.1 m waves) & Sydney – Bondi Beach (2.1 m waves).
