
Surf Forecasts:
Aileen's surf forecast from 9 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 11 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 10s period, WSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 13 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 10s period, WSW swell with 385 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 10 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 8s period with W swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Aileen's this week:
The surf forecast for Aileen's over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 10) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 8s period. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Aileen's in the next 16 days are 1.3m 10s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 13) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 3s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 15) at 4AM.
| Wave Type | Time (IST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7AM (Mon 10th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 10PM (Tue 11th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 1AM (Thu 13th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Aileen's over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for the next couple of weeks. We’re focusing on Aileen’s, a proper reef setup that’s exposed and needs a solid WSW swell to really fire. It’s an advanced wave, and it’s inconsistent, so when it’s on, it’s a special thing. But honestly, looking at the whole 16-day window, it’s a bit of a tough watch.
We’ve got a decent run of swell at times, especially from the 12th of August onward, with a few pulses of moderate wave energy (in the 176 to 290 range). The problem is the wind. For most of the first week, we’re staring down cross-onshore breezes, which is going to put a chop on the face and make it messy. The water temp is about average for the time of year, nothing unusual there.
The best window we’ve got is shaping up around the 22nd of August (Saturday morning). That’s the standout. We’ll see a 5ft swell from the west, with a period of 9 seconds, giving us moderate wave energy (323). The wind is light and cross-offshore from the northeast, which is going to keep the surface clean. This is the one to pencil in if you can wait. The swell direction is a bit west of the optimum WSW, but it’s still going to wrap in nicely. Keep in mind, this is a reef, so the long-period energy (9 seconds is okay, not super long) will give good shape. It’s a spot that rarely breaks, so this is a real chance. Crowds are often an issue here, so expect company.
Before that, there are a few other mornings that might offer a paddle, but they’re compromised. The 12th and 13th of August have a touch of swell, but the wind is either onshore or cross-on, making it a marginal call at best. The 20th and 21st of August have some cleaner moments, but the swell is a bit smaller and the energy isn’t as strong.
Into the second week, things get more uncertain. There’s a spike in swell on the 19th of August, hitting 5ft from the west with a 10-second period and strong wave energy (540). But the wind is a moderate cross-onshore from the northwest, which will chop it up. That’s more of a kite-surfing setup than a clean paddle session. The 22nd remains the best bet.
So, to sum it up: it’s a bit of a slow burn for the first week. The 22nd of August (Saturday morning) is the clear highlight. It’s a promising, cleaner window with size and good wind. Everything else is a battle with the breeze. Stay patient.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Sat night. Warm (max 23°C on Tue afternoon, min 13°C on Sun night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the WSW on Sun morning, calm by Sun night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Wed morning, min 16°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 9 | W 9 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 7 | W 7 | W 11 | WSW 10 | WSW 9 | WSW 9 | WSW 10 | W 10 | W 10 | W 9 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 7 | W 7 | WNW 7 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
143 | 263 | 137 | 80 | 57 | 39 | 9 | 123 | 223 | 176 | 158 | 385 | 290 | 231 | 157 | 86 | 64 | 57 | 27 | 15 | 15 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off |
High Tide | 3:01PM3.69m | 3:44AM3.65m | 4:08PM4.00m | 4:47AM3.95m | 5:03PM4.33m | 5:39AM4.22m | 5:51PM4.60m | 6:24AM4.40m | 6:35PM4.76m | 7:07AM4.48m | 7:17PM4.78m | 7:46AM4.45m | 7:56PM4.66m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 8:48AM1.20m | 9:32PM0.91m | 9:55AM0.93m | 10:31PM0.52m | 10:49AM0.63m | 11:21PM0.16m | 11:36AM0.38m | 00:05AM-0.10m | 12:18PM0.21m | 00:47AM-0.23m | 12:59PM0.14m | 1:26AM-0.21m | 1:37PM0.19m | 2:03AM-0.04m | |||||||
6:07 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | |
— | — | 9:16 | — | — | 9:15 | — | — | 9:13 | — | — | 9:10 | — | — | 9:08 | — | — | 9:07 | — | — | 9:05 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 16 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 19 | 17 | 21 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 20 |
Feels °C | 12 | 11 | 10 | 15 | 18 | 15 | 19 | 21 | 20 | 22 | 20 | 21 | 19 | 19 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 18 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 9 | — | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 7 | W 7 | W 11 | WSW 10 | WSW 9 | WSW 9 | WSW 10 | W 10 | W 10 | W 9 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 7 | W 7 | WNW 7 |
143 | — | 137 | 80 | 57 | 39 | 9 | 123 | 223 | 176 | 158 | 385 | 290 | 231 | 157 | 86 | 64 | 57 | 27 | 15 | 15 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | S 6 | W 10 | W 9 | SW 6 | — | — | W 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 10 | NW 8 | NW 7 | WSW 8 |
— | — | — | — | 1 | 8 | 6 | 6 | — | — | 27 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 9 | 8 | 7 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | S 6 | SW 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 9 | SW 9 | NW 7 |
— | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 3 | 2 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 4 | W 9 | — | — | — | — | SE 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | WNW 3 | NE 2 | NE 3 | — | — |
11 | 263 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 93 | 614 | 101 | 3 | 8 | 8 | 86 | 10 | 9 | 3 | 93 | 10 | 56 | 258 | 7 | 3 | 8 | 8 | 56 | 190 | 56 |
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The above surf forecast table for Aileen's provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Aileen's can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Aileen's 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 (Aileen's) 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).
Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Aileen's may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.











