Surf Forecasts:
Abalone Cove surf forecast from 29 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 30 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 16s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 29 Jul, 5PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 16s period, SSW swell with 397 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 30 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 16s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Abalone Cove this week:
The surf forecast for Abalone Cove over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 30) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 13s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Abalone Cove in the next 16 days are 0.9m 16s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 29) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Thu 30th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Thu 30th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 5PM (Wed 29th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Abalone Cove over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, it’s your local surf reporter Rusty. Let’s have a look at the outlook for the next couple of weeks.
Well, I gotta be straight with you—this is a tough one. The forecast for this 16-day stretch is a real struggle. We’ve got a solid 16-day window, but the first 15 days are basically a write-off. The surf is just too small, or the wind is off, or the conditions are just plain poor. It’s a long, dry spell.
The first real chance of anything rideable doesn’t show up until the very end. On Thursday morning, the 13th of August, we might finally see a little pulse of life at Abalone Cove. That’s a reef break, but it’s inconsistent and sheltered from the main swell energy. The water is a massive 4° warmer than usual for this time of year, which is very unusual.
That Thursday morning, we’re looking at a clean 2ft swell from the SSW with a 16-second period, which is a long-period groundswell. The energy is moderate at 320 (combined energy of all swells directed here). The wind is forecast to be glassy, and that’s a huge positive. It’ll be clean and smooth. But don’t get too excited – the waves are tiny and the break is known for being inconsistent. It’s a legitimate beginner option, but you’ll be hunting for a wave. It’s the only window in the whole forecast that even rates a mention.
The rest of the time, from the 29th of July right through to the 12th of August, the surf is basically non-existent or blown out. The swell stays below 3ft, and the wind is constantly cross or cross-onshore, creating chop and ripples. The energy values are weak, dropping to as low as 77 (combined energy of all swells directed here). On the 13th afternoon, the wind picks up again, ruining the clean morning session.
So, in a nutshell: if you’re desperate for a paddle and a few tiny, clean waves, set your alarm for the morning of the 13th of August at Abalone Cove. It’s the only game in town. For everyone else? This is a classic case of no good surf options in the 16-day window. The region just isn’t getting the swell. But forecasts can change, so keep an eye on it.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Thu afternoon, min 19°C on Wed morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Sat afternoon, min 21°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | Tuesday 4 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | S 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | S 13 | S 11 | SW 15 | SSW 13 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 318 | 397 | 357 | 215 | 176 | 215 | 269 | 168 | 58 | 71 | 131 | 46 | 47 | 44 | 44 | 43 | 42 | 41 | 60 | 56 | 102 |
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Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross | on | cross-on | cross | on | on | cross | on | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | on | cross | glassy | on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 10:53AM1.58m | 9:43PM2.23m | 11:19AM1.62m | 10:16PM2.17m | 11:44AM1.67m | 10:50PM2.06m | 12:10PM1.72m | 11:26PM1.90m | 12:38PM1.78m | 00:07AM1.71m | 1:10PM1.84m | 1:00AM1.50m | 1:49PM1.90m | 2:19AM1.30m | |||||||
Low Tide | 3:34PM1.05m | 4:52AM0.21m | 4:11PM1.01m | 5:18AM0.28m | 4:50PM0.99m | 5:42AM0.37m | 5:34PM0.97m | 6:06AM0.49m | 6:25PM0.94m | 6:30AM0.64m | 7:28PM0.91m | 6:56AM0.79m | 8:49PM0.86m | ||||||||
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 | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — |
 | — | 7:55 | — | — | 7:54 | — | — | 7:53 | — | — | 7:53 | — | — | 7:52 | — | — | 7:52 | — | — | 7:51 | — |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 20 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 21 |
Feels °C | 20 | 21 | 20 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 25 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 22 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | S 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | S 13 | W 6 | W 6 | SSW 13 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | SW 13 | W 6 | W 6 | SW 15 | SW 14 |
| kJ | 318 | 397 | 357 | 215 | 176 | 215 | 269 | 168 | 25 | 30 | 131 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 42 | 17 | 11 | 56 | 102 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 15 | SSE 14 | S 13 | S 14 | SSW 15 | S 12 | W 6 | SW 15 | S 11 | S 12 | W 6 | SSW 10 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 16 | SW 12 | SW 15 | SW 12 | W 6 |
| kJ | 172 | 165 | 90 | 138 | 150 | 72 | 17 | 34 | 58 | 71 | 21 | 33 | 47 | 44 | 44 | 43 | 41 | 38 | 60 | 37 | 6 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 6 | WSW 6 | W 6 | W 6 | — | W 5 | SSE 9 | SW 15 | SSW 13 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SSW 12 | SSW 8 | SSW 12 | SW 16 | S 11 | SW 16 | SW 12 | S 10 | S 10 |
| kJ | 19 | 12 | 11 | 11 | — | 8 | 26 | 55 | 57 | 55 | 34 | 46 | 29 | 14 | 28 | 42 | 9 | 41 | 36 | 2 | 2 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | W 6 | — | — | W 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 6 | — | — | W 6 | — |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | 9 | — | — | 21 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 17 | — | — | 11 | — |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 6 | 68 | 6 | 7 | 47 | 7 | 7 | 123 | 7 | 7 | 68 | 7 | 7 | 73 | 5 | 7 | 123 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 5 |
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