Surf Forecasts:
Aberdeen surf forecast from 4 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 7 Sep, 7AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 6s period, SE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 9 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 6s period, SSW swell with 272 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 7 Sep, 7AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 6s period with SE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Aberdeen this week:
The surf forecast for Aberdeen over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 07) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 6s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Aberdeen in the next 16 days are 1.9m 6s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 09) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.6m 6s period and expected on Tuesday (Sep 08) at 10AM.
| Wave Type | Time (BST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7AM (Mon 7th Sep) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 6s |
| Best Surf | 7AM (Mon 7th Sep) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 6s |
| Most Powerful | 1AM (Wed 9th Sep) | 6ft (1.9m) 6s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Aberdeen over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, gather 'round, it's Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the cards for the local stretch.
Alright, I'm gonna be straight with you – the next couple of weeks are looking pretty grim for a proper paddle. We've got a long, barren spell ahead. From now, right through until the 18th of September, it's virtually a write-off. There's practically no swell of any consequence, and what little shows up is coming from the wrong direction or has no energy behind it. You're looking at a solid two-week gap with nothing worth getting wet for.
The only faint glimmer of hope, and I mean *faint*, pops up right at the very end of the forecast window. On the morning of Saturday the 19th of September, the swell is going to be messy. While the combined energy is moderate (82), the swell is from the NE. The problem is that the optimum direction for this spot is SE, so it won't be wrapping in well. The waves will be a weak 3 ft, and the wind is a moderate breeze from the SW, which is cross-offshore and should keep things clean. The set period is a short 8 seconds, so it won't be holding any shape.
Then, later that same day, Saturday afternoon, things get a little more interesting. We see a jump to 4 ft from the NE, and the period stretches out to a nice 10 seconds – that's a bit more like a proper groundswell. The energy jumps up to a solid 322 (strong wave energy), which is the only real standout in the entire 16-day window. The wind is clean and cross-offshore from the SSW. It's still not the ideal direction, but it's the best we've got.
This is a beach/groyne/river setup, so it's not the best spot for a long-period groundswell like that, as it can make the waves break a bit too straight. The crowds are "sometimes" here, so you might not have it all to yourself. Also, for what it's worth, the water temp is about 57°, which is pretty normal for this time of year.
So, if you're desperate, keep your eye on the afternoon of Saturday the 19th of September. It's the only offer on the table, and it's a long way off, so don't hold your breath. For the rest of the time, the kiteboarders might find something to do when the wind is up, but for us surfers, it's a flat spell.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Sun morning. Very mild (max 17°C on Fri afternoon, min 12°C on Fri night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the W on Fri afternoon, calm by Sat night). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Very mild (max 16°C on Mon afternoon, min 9°C on Wed night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the NW on Tue night, light winds from the SW by Wed night). | |||||||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 5 | NE 10 | SSW 5 | SSW 5 | NNE 8 | S 5 | SSE 5 | SSE 6 | SSE 6 | SSE 7 | SE 6 | NE 8 | S 6 | SSW 6 | SSE 6 | S 6 | NNE 6 | E 6 | E 5 | S 4 |
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 kJ | 1 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 83 | 81 | 128 | 85 | 93 | 17 | 2 | 217 | 272 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | off |
High Tide | 7:20PM3.54m | 8:00AM3.61m | 8:41PM3.42m | 9:37AM3.53m | 10:11PM3.48m | 11:05AM3.65m | 11:26PM3.70m | 12:13PM3.87m | 00:25AM3.98m | 1:07PM4.08m | 1:13AM4.25m | 1:51PM4.23m | 1:56AM4.45m | |||||||
Low Tide | 1:19AM1.56m | 2:05PM1.74m | 2:56AM1.65m | 3:46PM1.84m | 4:36AM1.47m | 5:14PM1.70m | 5:50AM1.13m | 6:15PM1.46m | 6:44AM0.78m | 7:01PM1.21m | 7:28AM0.50m | 7:41PM0.99m | ||||||||
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 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — |
 | 7:58 | — | — | 7:55 | — | — | 7:52 | — | — | 7:50 | — | — | 7:46 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | 7:42 | — |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | 2 | — | — | — | — | 4 |
Temp °C | 17 | 14 | 16 | 17 | 15 | 14 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 12 | 14 | 15 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 13 |
Feels °C | 10 | 7 | 10 | 13 | 14 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 8 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 8 | N 8 | SSW 5 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | SSE 6 | NNE 8 | SE 6 | NE 8 | N 8 | S 6 | SSE 6 | S 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 5 | NNE 5 |
| kJ | 1 | 1 | 5 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 85 | 14 | 17 | 2 | 1 | 170 | 8 | 1 | 41 | 12 | 6 | 2 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 5 | NE 10 | NNE 8 | SSW 5 | NNE 8 | — | — | — | NNE 9 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | — | — | N 7 | SW 5 | — | — | E 6 | E 5 | N 7 |
| kJ | 1 | 4 | 7 | 2 | 21 | — | — | — | 15 | 23 | 6 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | N 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NE 4 |
| kJ | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 5 | SW 4 | W 4 | WNW 3 | SSW 4 | S 5 | SSE 5 | SSE 6 | SW 4 | SSE 7 | SSW 5 | S 6 | S 6 | SSW 6 | NNW 4 | N 6 | NW 3 | — | — | S 4 |
| kJ | 35 | 12 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 83 | 81 | 128 | 18 | 93 | 67 | 181 | 217 | 272 | 38 | 109 | 4 | — | — | 7 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 686 | 635 | 550 | 320 | 55 | 179 | 179 | 162 | 3 | 686 | 630 | 729 | 741 | 486 | 484 | 232 | 132 | 174 | 185 | 185 |
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The above surf forecast table for Aberdeen provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Aberdeen can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Aberdeen surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Aberdeen) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).
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