The Surf Window

Jan Juc

Victoria, Australia

Reef breakIntermediate

A mellow, fun reef break a short walk from Bells Beach gentler but still quality waves for intermediate surfers who find the main Surf Coast breaks too demanding.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalSSW (195°)
WindowSSE–WSW (150°–240°)
Size3-6ft

Wind

NW

Offshore

Tide

Mid to high

LowMidHigh

Season

March–August

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Both

Bottom

Reef

Shape

Long, sloping walls, occasional hollow section

Length

75–150m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Intermediate
  • •Why: More forgiving than Bells and Winki, but still a reef break in cold Southern Ocean water, wetsuit and reef awareness required.

Hazards

  • •Reef bottom
  • •Cold water, wetsuit essential
  • •Can close out on larger SW swells

Local Tips

  • •A great option for surfers visiting Bells who want quality waves without the advanced-level consequences.
  • •Torquay town (10 minutes north) has excellent surf shops, cafes, and facilities.

Location

Map showing the location of Jan Juc in Victoria, Australia

-38.3446, 144.2952