
Surf Forecasts:
Apollo Bay surf forecast from 11 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 12 Aug, 7PM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 17s period, SW swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 13 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 16ft (5.0m), 16s period, SW swell with 11,283 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 12 Aug, 1PM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 16s period with WSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Apollo Bay this week:
The surf forecast for Apollo Bay over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 1PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 4.0m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 2.0m and 16s. Another secondary swell of 0.9m and 19s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Apollo Bay in the next 16 days are 5.0m 16s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 13) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 3s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 1AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1PM (Wed 12th Aug) | 13ft (4.0m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 7PM (Wed 12th Aug) | 15ft (4.5m) 17s |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Thu 13th Aug) | 16ft (5.0m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Apollo Bay over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming down the pipe for Apollo Bay.
We’ve got a solid run of swell heading our way, but it’s a tale of two fortnights. The first week is stacked with serious size, and the second week is smaller and more of a wait-and-see game. The water temp is sitting at 57°, which is pretty much spot on average for this time of year, so no surprises there.
The real standout is absolutely Thursday, August 13th. Early morning, we’re looking at a beast of a 16ft SW groundswell with a very long 16 second period. That’s a massive amount of energy (15234), and with a solid offshore wind from the west, it’s going to be absolutely pumping. This is *only* for experts though – way too big for anyone else. The wave quality is set to be exceptional, but that size demands respect. Afternoon sees it drop back to 8ft, but still with the same clean offshore wind – a much more manageable option for experienced surfers.
Before that, Wednesday, August 12th is a serious warm-up. The afternoon session has a 13ft WSW swell, also with a very long 17 second period and a strong offshore wind. The energy is cranked (12587), and it’s going to be a clean, powerful day. Again, not for beginners.
The week closes out with a wind shift. By Monday, August 17th, the swell drops to 4ft, but the wind goes glassy in the morning. That’s a beautiful, clean window for a longboard or a funboard, even if the size is small.
After that, there’s a real dry spell. From Tuesday the 18th right through to the end of the week, we’re looking at tiny, weak swell and mostly onshore or cross-off winds. A few days of barely anything to surf.
Then, things start to look promising again, but it’s a long-range call. Monday, August 24th is a date to keep an eye on. The afternoon is looking huge again, with a 15ft WSW swell and a 16 second period, coupled with a strong offshore wind. The energy is enormous (12837), and it’s another expert-only day. The forecast is promising, but it's a long way out, so don't book the trip just yet.
So, to wrap it up: The absolute best days are the mornings of Thursday, August 13th and Monday, August 24th, but only for the hardcore crew. The cleanest, most accessible day for the average surfer is likely the glassy morning of Monday, August 17th, or the more manageable 8ft sets on Thursday afternoon.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Very mild (max 14°C on Thu morning, min 10°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 14°C on Sun morning, min 11°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Tue 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | Sunday 16 | Monday 17 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SW 15 | SW 16 | WSW 16 | WSW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
757 | 1381 | 8363 | 10087 | 10772 | 11283 | 3288 | 4282 | 3373 | 2732 | 2907 | 2179 | 2021 | 1402 | 1163 | 965 | 696 | 628 | 813 | 704 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | off | off | off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-on | on | cross-on | glassy | glassy | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 11:47PM2.03m | 10:50AM1.52m | 00:38AM2.14m | 12:14PM1.69m | 1:20AM2.23m | 1:17PM1.88m | 1:57AM2.28m | 2:10PM2.04m | 2:32AM2.28m | 2:57PM2.16m | 3:05AM2.24m | 3:41PM2.21m | 3:36AM2.16m | |||||||
Low Tide | 4:09PM0.42m | 6:12AM1.17m | 5:31PM0.42m | 6:58AM0.96m | 6:35PM0.39m | 7:37AM0.74m | 7:29PM0.38m | 8:14AM0.53m | 8:16PM0.40m | 8:49AM0.36m | 8:59PM0.46m | 9:23AM0.25m | 9:39PM0.54m | |||||||
— | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | 7:09 | — | — | |
5:44 | — | — | 5:44 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:46 | — | — | 5:47 | — | — | 5:49 | — | |
mm | — | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 13 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 11 | 14 | 13 | 12 |
Feels °C | 9 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 11 | 10 | 10 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 15 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 |
757 | 1381 | 2113 | 2475 | 3589 | 3926 | 3288 | 4282 | 3373 | 2732 | 2907 | 2179 | 2021 | 1402 | 1163 | 965 | 696 | 628 | 813 | 704 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 19 | NE 5 | — | SSE 16 | SSE 15 | SSE 16 | SSE 15 | SSE 16 | — | — | — | S 15 | SSE 16 | SSE 14 | — | — | — | SSW 11 | S 10 | SW 19 |
224 | 5 | — | 25 | 23 | 25 | 23 | 24 | — | — | — | 18 | 25 | 20 | — | — | — | 90 | 80 | 236 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 24 | SW 22 | S 10 |
2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 22 | 75 | 49 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | NNW 3 | WSW 16 | WSW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | 8 | 8363 | 10087 | 10772 | 11283 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 18 | 33 | 57 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 57 | 57 | 19 | 99 | 0 | 0 | 19 | 18 |
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Information about the Apollo Bay Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Apollo Bay provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Apollo Bay can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Apollo Bay 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 (Apollo Bay) 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 Apollo Bay 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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