Kirra Cyclone is the Gold Coast's ultimate expression—the legendary sand point that transforms into the world's best right-hand barrel when massive East cyclone swells hit. These conditions only occur a handful of times per decade, but when they do, Kirra produces impossibly long, draining tubes that peel for 300+ meters. The entire Gold Coast surfing community descends for these days, creating one of surfing's most intense lineups. Australia's Holy Grail.
Water temp
25°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
9/10
Crowd level
10/10
Access: Walk from Kirra point.
Forecasts are validated against real-time buoy data.
Peak: Jan-Apr
Requires massive East cyclone swells to connect.
Verified by Local data
How well swell angle matches the spot
Wave height in the ideal range
Each spot has different period requirements. Points and reefs can handle longer periods than beaches.
Offshore/glassy conditions