Alexandra Headland Surf Break

Lat Long: 26.67° S 153.12° E

Alexandra Headland Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 3 pm 19 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Alexandra Headland sea temperature is
19.7° C
1.3° 

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 19 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 19 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 10s period, SE swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 20 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 8s period, ESE swell with 385 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 19 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 10s period with SE 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 Wednesday (Aug 19) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 1.0m and 7s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Alexandra Headland in the next 16 days are 1.9m 8s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 20) at 7AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 7s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 26) at 7AM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10PM (Wed 19th Aug)3.5ft (1.1m) 10s
Best Surf10PM (Wed 19th Aug)3.5ft (1.1m) 10s
Most Powerful 7AM (Thu 20th Aug)6ft (1.9m) 8s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Alexandra Headland over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

G’day, it’s Rusty here. I’ve had a proper look at Alexandra Headland and I’ve got to be straight with you—this 16-day stretch is a tough one. There’s no real standout session, and the good news is pretty thin. We’ve got a long, quiet gap from Wednesday afternoon, 19th August, right through until the end of the month, with only a few fleeting moments that are just *surfable* but nothing worth getting excited about.

The first bit of wave energy we see is on Wednesday afternoon, 19th August, with a 4ft SE swell, period of 11 seconds. That’s a mid-period groundswell, but the wind is a cross SE breeze at 12 mph, which has the water messy and chopped up. The combined energy is moderate at 459, but the score says it’s just poor surf conditions. Water temp is 68°, which is a bit colder than normal for this time of year—about 2° off the average, so you’ll feel that nip.

The real action, if you can call it that, doesn’t start until Saturday morning, 22nd August. We get a brief window of glassy conditions with a 3ft E swell, 7 seconds. That’s a short-period windswell, and the energy is weak at 130. It’s surfable, but very ordinary. Monday morning, 24th August, gives us another glassy moment, same 3ft E swell, 8 seconds, energy 135—again, just surfable, nothing special.

From there, it’s a long grind of poor surf, cross-shore winds, and onshore slop. The odd clean moment shows up on the 26th and 27th of August, with a light cross-offshore breeze and 3ft NE swells, but the energy is weak (132-137) and the waves are just tiny. The crowd profile at Alex is “often” busy, so even on these small, ordinary days, you’ll have company.

The only real spike in swell hits way out on Thursday, 3rd September—that’s over two weeks away. We get a 7ft SE swell, but it’s a short, 7-second period windswell, and the wind is a cross-onshore ENE breeze at 9 mph. The combined energy jumps to 497 (moderate to strong), but the conditions are poor, with a gentle cross-onshore chop. That’s a lot of water moving around, but it’s messy—more of a kite-surfing vibe than a clean paddle session.

Honestly, through this whole 16-day window, there’s not a single session that screams “go.” The consistent, exposed beach and point setup at Alex Headland usually delivers, but this forecast is a dud. The best I can say is the glassy mornings on the 22nd and 24th might give you a few fun, knee-high waves if you’re desperate. But for a proper wave, you’re looking at a long wait. Forecasts can change though—it’s the nature of the game.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Wed night. Warm (max 20°C on Sat morning, min 15°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Tue morning, min 16°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

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11
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7
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
341
192
157
210
222
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126
127
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142
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135
102
105
127
153
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140
108
116
Wind (km/h)
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15
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High Tide
00:24AM1.12m
2:22PM1.35m
1:26AM1.00m
3:36PM1.38m
3:07AM0.95m
4:36PM1.46m
4:27AM0.97m
5:23PM1.55m
5:23AM1.05m
6:01PM1.64m
6:07AM1.14m
6:36PM1.73m
Low Tide
7:15PM0.75m
6:59AM0.45m
8:54PM0.80m
8:02AM0.48m
10:23PM0.76m
9:15AM0.48m
11:23PM0.67m
10:18AM0.45m
00:04AM0.57m
11:10AM0.39m
00:38AM0.48m
11:54AM0.33m
1:08AM0.39m
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Temp °C
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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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