Surf Forecasts:
Alexandra Headland surf forecast from 9 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 10 Aug, 4PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 9s period, E swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 16 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 6s period, SE swell with 198 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 10 Aug, 4PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 9s 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 10) at 4PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 9s period. 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 1.7m 6s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 16) at 10PM. 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 7s period and expected on Monday (Aug 10) at 4PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 4PM (Mon 10th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 4PM (Mon 10th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 10PM (Sun 16th Aug) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 6s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Alexandra Headland over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s take a look at what’s shaping up for Alexandra Headland.
First off, the honest truth: we’re looking at a pretty flat and quiet run for the next 16 days. There’s no real standout swell to get excited about. The water temperature is about average for this time of year, so nothing unusual there.
The most promising window doesn’t arrive until the very end of the forecast period. The first real chance for a decent surf is on Monday, 24th August. The morning looks clean with a light cross-offshore breeze from the SSW, and a small but workable 4ft swell from the east. The combined energy is moderate at 295, and with a 9-second period, it’s got a bit of shape. It’s not going to be pumping, but it’ll be surfable and clean, which is the best we’ve got.
Then, on Tuesday, 25th August, the morning offers a similar vibe: 4ft of east swell, clean with a light cross-offshore breeze from the WNW. The combined energy drops to 202, but it’s still a gentle, clean option for a beginner-friendly wave.
Outside of those two mornings, the rest of the period is a long stretch of tiny swell, poor conditions, or onshore winds. From the 10th to the 24th, it’s mostly flat, with a few days of very small, weak energy (30 to 100) that’s barely worth a paddle. The wave heights are mostly under 3ft, with short periods and messy winds. There’s a spike in energy around the 17th to 20th, with 5ft to 7ft swells, but the wind is all cross or cross-off, and the quality is poor. That bigger swell is more suited for kite surfers than paddle surfers, given the messy conditions.
So, to sum it up: the best bet is the last Monday and Tuesday mornings. They’re the only standouts in a long, quiet run. The rest of the time, you’re better off checking the forecast updates or focusing on something else.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Mon afternoon. Warm (max 23°C on Mon morning, min 12°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Thu morning, min 14°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | ||||||||||||||
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) | E 9 | NNE 6 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | SE 5 | E 10 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 95 | 135 | 94 | 74 | 76 | 57 | 61 | 60 | 61 | 60 | 41 | 41 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 65 | 17 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 5:46AM1.23m | 6:34PM1.98m | 6:41AM1.33m | 7:21PM2.05m | 7:30AM1.42m | 8:05PM2.06m | 8:16AM1.49m | 8:46PM2.01m | 8:59AM1.53m | 9:25PM1.91m | 9:42AM1.54m | 10:02PM1.76m | |||||||
Low Tide | 00:19AM0.49m | 11:41AM0.21m | 1:09AM0.38m | 12:36PM0.14m | 1:53AM0.30m | 1:26PM0.09m | 2:33AM0.25m | 2:13PM0.09m | 3:11AM0.23m | 2:58PM0.14m | 3:48AM0.24m | 3:42PM0.23m | |||||||
 |  |  |  |  | | | |  | | | | | | | | | | | |
 | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — |
 | — | — | 5:23 | — | — | 5:23 | — | — | 5:24 | — | — | 5:24 | — | — | 5:25 | — | — | 5:25 | — |
mm | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 17 | 23 | 21 | 15 | 22 | 22 | 18 | 22 | 20 | 16 | 21 | 21 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 18 | 19 | 18 |
Feels °C | 15 | 21 | 20 | 12 | 19 | 20 | 15 | 20 | 18 | 11 | 17 | 17 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 15 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 9 | E 9 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NE 6 | E 9 | NE 6 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 10 |
| kJ | 95 | 117 | 145 | 76 | 40 | 57 | 40 | 60 | 61 | 60 | 41 | 41 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 15 | 17 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 8 | E 13 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | NE 6 | E 9 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 5 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 7 | E 9 |
| kJ | 15 | 3 | 94 | 74 | 76 | 40 | 61 | 21 | 14 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 9 | E 13 | E 13 | — | — | — | — | E 11 | NE 11 | ENE 7 | E 10 | SE 8 | SSE 9 | NE 9 | NE 9 | NE 9 | — | S 21 | — |
| kJ | 2 | 3 | 3 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 3 | — | 9 | — |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 5 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | SW 3 | WSW 3 | — | — | — | NNE 3 | WSW 3 | WSW 3 | SSE 2 | SE 4 | SE 6 | SE 6 | SE 6 | SE 5 | SE 5 | SE 5 |
| kJ | 47 | 135 | 232 | 5 | 1 | — | — | — | 4 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 13 | 59 | 75 | 86 | 64 | 65 | 103 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 32 | 1 | 168 | 33 | 83 | 171 | 171 | 164 |
Best forecast wave conditions in Sunshine Coast | |||||||||||||||||||
Best forecast wave conditions in Australia | |||||||||||||||||||
Header Global | |||||||||||||||||||
- Map Icons:
Break
Live Wave Height (m)
Live Wind Speed (km/h)
Surf Rating (10 Max)
Ocean Swells (m)- Wind Speed (km/h)
Latest Updates
FREE! Surf-Forecast.com widget for your website
The surf report / weather widget below is available to embed on third party websites free of charge and provides a summary of our Alexandra Headland surf forecast. Simply grab the html code snippet that we provide and paste it into your own site. You can choose your preferred language and metric/imperial units for the surf forecast feed to suit users of your site. Click here to get the code.
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.
Are you planning a holiday in Sunshine Coast? If you are looking for accommodation near Alexandra Headland, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in Sunshine Coast, consider staying in Mooloolaba which is 1 km (1 miles) away. Other places in and around Sunshine Coast where you can find information about places to rent, and car hire include Sunshine Coast which is 7 km (4 miles) away, Buderim, Caloundra and Caboolture.
Nearest