Yamba, NSW

A classic Aussie fishing town at the Clarence River mouth — uncrowded surf, warm water, and one of the best right-hand point breaks on the coast.

Live AI Coastal Briefing

Saturday 11 July is shaping up to be a fantastic day here at our beautiful coastal destination, with the sun trying to peek through the overcast sky and a gentle breeze blowing in from the WSW at 9 km/h, gusting up to 17 km/h. The temperature is a cool 10C, and with 88% cloud cover, it's a great excuse to grab a light jacket or sweater to keep you warm. The air quality is excellent, with an AQI of 18, making it a perfect day to get outdoors and enjoy all that our stunning coastline has to offer.



The ocean conditions are looking great for all you water enthusiasts out there, with a wave height of 1.42m, which is waist to chest high, making for some solid surf. The water temperature is a pleasant 20.2C, so you can expect to be comfortable in just a spring suit or rashie. With high tide at 06:15 pm and low tide at 11:04 am, there's plenty of opportunities to get out and enjoy the water, whether you're surfing, swimming, or just paddling around.



If you're looking to stay active today, the conditions are perfect for a range of sports and fitness activities. Surfers will love the uncrowded waves, while runners and cyclists will enjoy the cool temperature and gentle breeze. Anglers will have a great time trying their luck in the waters, and paddleboarders will love exploring the coastline from a different perspective. With the warm water and great waves, it's a fantastic day to get out and enjoy the ocean, whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out.



As we head into the afternoon, the temperature is expected to remain steady at 10C, with plenty of cloud cover to keep things cool. With no chance of rain and low UV levels, it's a great day to get out and enjoy all that our beautiful coastal town has to offer. So why not grab your board, your bike, or your fishing rod, and get out there and make the most of this fantastic day – we'll see you out there, and don't forget to stay safe and have fun.

About This Coastline

Yamba sits at the mouth of the Clarence River, where ocean beaches, breakwalls, headlands and a compact fishing town create one of the North Coast’s most varied coastal settings.

Its identity has developed through the constant exchange between land and sea, leaving natural and cultural features closely interwoven.

The Vibe

The mood is relaxed but not sleepy.

Surfers, anglers and families move between several beaches, while cafés and the riverfront give the centre an active local life throughout the year. The prevailing mood is determined less by organised entertainment than by the weather, water and patterns of local use.

The Local Anchor

Yamba Lighthouse and the nearby headland overlook the river entrance and form the town’s clearest landmark.

The ocean pool at Main Beach and the fishing fleet on the Clarence reinforce a strong, practical relationship with the water. The anchor remains important precisely because it is rooted in this particular coastline and cannot be transferred to another destination.

The Landscape

Beaches face different directions around the headlands, offering changing exposure to wind and swell.

South of town, Angourie’s point break and coastal reserve extend the surf landscape, while the Clarence estuary brings calmer water, wetlands and broad river views. Viewed from shore or headland, the landscape demonstrates how quickly Australian coastal environments can move from sheltered to exposed.

It is this overlap of landscape, history and daily use that gives Yamba its particular atmosphere.