Alexandra Headland Surf Break

Lat Long: 26.67° S 153.12° E

Alexandra Headland Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 pm 23 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Alexandra Headland sea temperature is
20.0°C
1.1° 

Alexandra Headland surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Alexandra Headland surf forecast from 23 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 30 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 8s period, E swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 30 Aug, 1PM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 7s period, E swell with 371 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 24 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 7s period with E swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Alexandra Headland this week:

The surf forecast for Alexandra Headland over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 24) at 4AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 7s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Alexandra Headland in the next 16 days are 2.0m 7s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 30) at 1PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.2m 5s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 27) at 1PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 4AM (Mon 24th Aug)3.5ft (1.0m) 7s
Best Surf 4AM (Sun 30th Aug)4ft (1.2m) 8s
Most Powerful 1PM (Sun 30th Aug)6.5ft (2.0m) 7s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Alexandra Headland 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.

Straight up, this is a pretty grim run for Alexandra Headland. We’ve got a long stretch of poor conditions ahead, with only a few fleeting moments that might be worth a paddle. The first week is a write-off for anything decent, and the second week only offers a little glimmer of hope.

The first real chance to get wet comes on Tuesday morning, August 25th. The swell is only 3 ft easterly at 8 seconds and the energy is weak (145). But, the wind is glassy, and that’s a major positive. You’ll find clean, small waves. It’s not going to be a classic, but for a beginner looking for a safe, gentle session, it’s the best you’ll see for a while. Don’t expect any power or push.

Wednesday morning, August 26th, is a similar story. The swell has dropped to 3 ft from the ENE at 8 seconds (120 energy), but again, we have glassy conditions. It’s surfable, but very ordinary. The water temperature is about what you’d expect for this time of year, nothing unusual there.

Then we hit a dead zone. From Thursday, August 27th, right through to the start of September, it’s a barrage of poor surf or marginal conditions. The swell picks up a bit at the end of August, hitting 7 ft from the ESE on Monday, August 31st, but the wind is a messy cross-shore mess. That’s a lot of water moving around with no shape to it – more of a washing machine than a wave. The energy is moderate (435), but it’s just junk.

The one standout of the entire 16-day window is Wednesday morning, September 2nd. The swell is solid at 6 ft from the east (8 seconds), and the energy is building to strong (422). More importantly, the wind is a light cross-offshore from the SSE, cleaning up the face nicely. This is the best call you’ll get. The setup is a beach and point, so that longer period (8 seconds) will offer some decent lines, especially for a point break. It’s not a huge swell, so it’s not too big for most intermediates, but it’s enough to get a proper wave. The crowd situation at Alexandra Headland can be "often" busy, so expect some company.

After that, it tails off again. The swell drops back to 2 ft by the 6th and 7th, and the wind turns onshore again. The second week is a slow fade.

So, to sum it up: don’t hold your breath for the first week. The only real standout is Wednesday morning, September 2nd. It’s not a classic, but it’s the cleanest, most powerful option we’ve got. Otherwise, it’s a long wait for scraps.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 11mm), heaviest on Tue night. Warm (max 22°C on Wed afternoon, min 17°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Wed night, min 16°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Monday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Direction
Period (s)
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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132
121
134
131
134
135
99
69
65
99
100
208
212
124
157
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215
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Wind (km/h)
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SW
20
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High Tide
5:23AM1.05m
6:01PM1.64m
6:07AM1.14m
6:36PM1.73m
6:45AM1.24m
7:09PM1.80m
7:20AM1.34m
7:40PM1.84m
7:53AM1.43m
8:12PM1.84m
8:27AM1.51m
8:44PM1.81m
Low Tide
00:04AM0.57m
11:10AM0.39m
00:38AM0.48m
11:54AM0.33m
1:08AM0.39m
12:33PM0.27m
1:36AM0.32m
1:10PM0.22m
2:04AM0.26m
1:47PM0.20m
2:33AM0.23m
2:24PM0.20m
3:02AM0.21m
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Information about the Alexandra Headland Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Alexandra Headland provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Alexandra Headland can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Alexandra Headland 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 (Alexandra Headland) 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 Alexandra Headland 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.

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