
Surf Forecasts:
Apache Pier surf forecast from 9 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 11 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 5s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 16 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 6s period, E swell with 88 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 11 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 5s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Apache Pier this week:
The surf forecast for Apache Pier over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 11) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 5s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 5s. Another secondary swell of 0.1m and 9s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Apache Pier in the next 16 days are 1.1m 6s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 16) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (EDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Tue 11th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 5s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Tue 11th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 5s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Sun 16th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 6s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Apache Pier over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, it’s Rusty here.
Honestly, the next couple of weeks are looking pretty grim for a proper surf around Apache Pier. We’ve got a solid stretch ahead where there’s just nothing on offer that’ll get the heart racing. The swell stays small and the winds are messy, so you might want to find something else to do for a while.
To start, things are really flat. We’re looking at only about 2 to 3 ft of slop, coming from the SE with a weak 7-second period, and a cross-onshore breeze is chopping it all up—terrible combo. The water temp is 84°, which is about 2° warmer than usual for this time of year. It’s a bit noticeable, but nothing crazy.
That run of poor conditions actually stretches on for days. The period stays short and the energy is weak, mostly under 100 (28) on Sunday and barely moving through the start of the week. Monday’s a bit better early with a clean cross-off breeze, but the swell is only 1 ft and there’s no push in it. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday are all similar—small, poor, and not worth the paddle.
The first real glimmer shows up on the 17th, that’s a Sunday morning. There’s a touch more west in the wind, a light offshore, and the swell creeps up to 2 ft with the period stretching to 8 seconds. Cleanest conditions we’ve seen, but it’s still just surfable junk. The energy picks up slightly to 41, but it’s not going to blow you away.
From there, it’s back to the grind. The swell direction shifts ESE, but the size just keeps fading. The last really interesting thing in the whole period is on the afternoon of the 18th—the period jumps to a long 15 seconds, a proper groundswell, but the height is only 1 ft. The combined energy is moderate at 71, but with that size, it’s just not breaking with any punch at a sandbar like Apache Pier.
The following days, all the way through to the 24th, it’s basically the same story: tiny 1 ft swells, mostly short periods, and a lot of onshore wind. There are a few glassy mornings with cross-off breezes, but you’d be surfing nothing more than a ripple. The energy drops right back down to the low teens (13) at times, so it’s dead flat energy-wise.
So, there you have it. No standout days in this window. It’s a blank run—nothing to get excited about. If you’re desperate, that early morning on the 17th is probably the pick of a bad bunch, but don’t hold your breath. Forecasts can change, so keep your eyes peeled, but for now, it’s a no-go.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Sun night. Warm (max 34°C on Tue afternoon, min 26°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 18mm), heaviest on Thu night. Warm (max 34°C on Wed afternoon, min 24°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Sun 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 6 | S 4 | SSW 5 | SSW 5 | SSW 5 | SSW 5 | SSW 5 | S 3 | SSW 5 | S 5 | SSW 4 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 4 | SSW 6 | S 6 | S 6 | E 6 |
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25 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 43 | 33 | 22 | 18 | 9 | 11 | 24 | 14 | 21 | 55 | 25 | 29 | 83 | 32 | 16 | 88 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | off | glassy | cross-on | glassy | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross | on | cross |
High Tide | 7:12PM1.08m | 7:36AM0.85m | 8:12PM1.12m | 8:36AM0.91m | 9:07PM1.15m | 9:32AM0.96m | 9:57PM1.15m | 10:24AM1.00m | 10:45PM1.12m | 11:14AM1.02m | 11:30PM1.08m | 12:01PM1.02m | 00:13AM1.02m | |||||||
Low Tide | 2:16AM0.14m | 2:20PM-0.06m | 3:12AM0.06m | 3:16PM-0.11m | 4:02AM-0.01m | 4:10PM-0.13m | 4:50AM-0.05m | 5:00PM-0.12m | 5:34AM-0.06m | 5:49PM-0.07m | 6:17AM-0.05m | 6:36PM0.01m | ||||||||
— | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | |
8:07 | — | — | 8:07 | — | — | 8:06 | — | — | 8:05 | — | — | 8:04 | — | — | 8:02 | — | — | 8:00 | — | |
mm | — | 3 | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 12 | — | — | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
Temp °C | 29 | 28 | 28 | 31 | 29 | 31 | 34 | 32 | 32 | 34 | 31 | 31 | 33 | 27 | 29 | 31 | 30 | 27 | 29 | 28 |
Feels °C | 31 | 29 | 29 | 32 | 30 | 33 | 36 | 34 | 34 | 35 | 33 | 33 | 34 | 30 | 32 | 33 | 32 | 31 | 33 | 32 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 7 | SE 7 | SSW 4 | SE 6 | SE 9 | SSW 5 | SE 6 | SE 6 | SSW 5 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SE 8 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SSE 7 | SE 8 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 |
25 | 16 | 7 | 6 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 6 | 7 | 10 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 41 | 32 | 16 | 5 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | SE 6 | SE 10 | SE 9 | SSE 6 | SE 9 | SE 8 | SSE 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ESE 8 | SE 8 | — |
— | — | 15 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 6 | 2 | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | SE 10 | — | — | SE 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | E 12 | — | — | SE 6 | SE 8 | — |
— | — | 4 | — | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | 2 | 3 | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 3 | S 4 | SW 4 | S 4 | SSW 5 | SSW 5 | SSW 5 | SSW 5 | — | S 3 | SSW 5 | S 5 | SSW 4 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 4 | SSW 6 | — | E 4 | E 6 |
3 | 8 | 6 | 16 | 43 | 33 | 22 | 18 | — | 11 | 24 | 14 | 21 | 55 | 25 | 29 | 83 | — | 15 | 88 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 790 | 474 | 130 | 1788 | 18 | 0 | 817 | 20 | 947 | 465 | 18 | 20 | 1781 | 0 | 66 | 2482 | 0 | 61 | 1056 | 20 |
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Information about the Apache Pier Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Apache Pier provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Apache Pier can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Apache Pier 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 (Apache Pier) 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 Apache Pier 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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