Anzacs Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.54° S 145.33° E

Anzacs Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 am 24 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Anzacs sea temperature is
13.5°C
1.0° 

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


Anzacs surf forecast from 24 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 29 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 16s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 31 Aug, 1PM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 19s period, SW swell with 2,407 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 24 Aug, 7PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 13s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Anzacs this week:

The surf forecast for Anzacs over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 24) at 7PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 20s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Anzacs in the next 16 days are 1.8m 19s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 31) at 1PM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 4s period and expected on Monday (Aug 24) at 4PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 7PM (Mon 24th Aug)3.5ft (1.1m) 13s
Best Surf 1AM (Sat 29th Aug)5ft (1.5m) 16s
Most Powerful 1PM (Mon 31st Aug)6ft (1.8m) 19s

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


The Lowdown

G’day, Rusty here. Looks like we’ve got a bit of a slow start, but the second half of the week and into the following week is where the real juice is. The first few days are a bit average, so hang tight. The standout window is definitely Friday the 28th of August through to Monday the 31st of August, with some serious groundswell and clean conditions.

Monday the 24th is a write-off. Anzacs is seeing a messy 4ft to 4ft SW swell, but the wind is cross or cross-off, and the wave comment says it’s marginal. The combined energy is moderate (581), but it’s just not well-shaped. Tuesday morning the 25th offers a glimmer with a 4ft SW swell and light offshore ENE wind at 6 mph, giving clean conditions. The energy is moderate (539) and the wave comment says “expect very good surf conditions,” but it’s still a bit small. Tuesday afternoon turns cross-on, so don’t get too excited.

Wednesday the 26th is a full write-off with onshore wind and poor conditions. Thursday the 27th morning sees a small 3ft SW swell with cross-off NNW wind, clean but small. Thursday afternoon goes glassy with 3ft SW swell – a nice little session if you’re desperate, but nothing to write home about.

Now, Friday the 28th of August – this is the first true standout. Morning has a 4ft SW groundswell (18-second period, very long period) with cross-off NW wind, and the combined energy jumps to strong (1260). The wave comment says “excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers.” That long period means the waves will have heaps of energy and long gaps between sets, making paddling out easier, but at a beach break, it might be a bit straight. It’s better suited for a point or reef, but if you’re experienced, it’s still a goer. Friday afternoon goes glassy with a 5ft SW swell (17-second period) and energy at 1484 – even better. The wind is dead calm, so the surface will be perfect. This is the pick of the whole forecast.

Saturday the 29th morning is glassy again with a 4ft SW swell (14 seconds) and moderate energy (598), "expect very good surf conditions." The crowd factor is “sometimes” at Anzacs, so expect a few others out, but it’s worth it. Saturday afternoon turns cross-on, so morning is the move.

Sunday the 30th morning is glassy with a small 3ft SW swell (13 seconds), clean but tiny. Monday the 31st of August morning is a solid 6ft SW groundswell (17 seconds) with cross-off N wind, and the energy is very strong (1766). The wave comment says “excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers.” That’s a big swell, over 5ft, so it’s too big for beginners, and at 6ft, it’s getting into expert territory. The long period again means good shape but be mindful of the beach break straightness.

After that, the first week of September sees a drop in quality. Tuesday the 1st and Wednesday the 2nd have 4ft SW swell but cross-shore winds and marginal conditions. Wednesday afternoon the 2nd goes glassy with 4ft SW swell, a decent little session. Thursday the 3rd and Friday the 4th blow up with strong winds (19 mph) and poor surf, with energy dropping off. Saturday the 5th has cross-off winds and 5ft SW swell, but it’s still marginal. Sunday the 6th through to Tuesday the 8th of September is a total mess – near gale force winds, lumpy cross-chop, and poor conditions across the board. The swell is there (4ft to 6ft) but the wind wrecks it.

Water temperature at Anzacs is 56°F, which is about 2°F above the long-term average for this time of year – so it’s a touch warmer than usual, but you’ll still want a good wetsuit.

Right, the real highlight is Friday the 28th and Monday the 31st of August. If you’re experienced, those are your days. The long period groundswell will give you clean, powerful lines, especially if you can find a point or reef. For the rest, keep an eye on the forecasts, but the first week of September looks like a write-off.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 10mm), heaviest on Mon night. Very mild (max 16°C on Mon afternoon, min 9°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Fri afternoon, min 9°C on Thu morning). Wind will be generally light.

Monday
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Wednesday
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Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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492
369
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668
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1110
537
228
197
306
891
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520
335
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252
685
Wind (km/h)
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NNW
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NW
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NE
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NE
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25
SW
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SSW
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High Tide
7:03PM1.74m
8:56AM1.70m
7:58PM1.66m
10:08AM1.71m
9:13PM1.60m
11:14AM1.76m
10:37PM1.61m
12:07PM1.85m
11:49PM1.68m
12:48PM1.94m
00:47AM1.80m
1:24PM2.02m
1:37AM1.93m
Low Tide
1:26PM1.09m
1:57AM0.56m
2:31PM1.17m
2:59AM0.62m
3:54PM1.18m
4:08AM0.63m
5:13PM1.10m
5:14AM0.62m
6:12PM0.96m
6:11AM0.58m
6:57PM0.80m
7:00AM0.54m
7:36PM0.62m
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Information about the Anzacs Surf forecast

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