Apollo Bay Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.76° S 143.68° E

Apollo Bay Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 am 05 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Apollo Bay sea temperature is
14.0°C
0.9° 

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


Apollo Bay surf forecast from 5 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 9 Sep, 1PM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 19s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 9 Sep, 7PM (local time) - 20ft (6.0m), 18s period, SW swell with 21,233 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 6 Sep, 7AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 14s period with SW 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 Sunday (Sep 06) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.4m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 1.5m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Apollo Bay in the next 16 days are 6.0m 18s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 09) at 7PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.3m 6s period and expected on Monday (Sep 07) at 4AM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 7AM (Sun 6th Sep)4.5ft (1.4m) 14s
Best Surf 1PM (Wed 9th Sep)15ft (4.5m) 19s
Most Powerful 7PM (Wed 9th Sep)20ft (6.0m) 18s

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


The Lowdown

G’day, Rusty here, and we’ve got a wild ride ahead for Apollo Bay over the next couple of weeks. The water’s sitting at 57°, which is only about 2° warmer than usual for this time of year – nothing too wild, just your average spring temp.

The first few days are a mixed bag. Saturday the 5th kicks off with a solid 7ft SW groundswell (period 15 seconds) and a northwest cross-off wind, but the energy is cranked up to 1882 (moderate). The morning’s a bit messy, and the afternoon goes offshore but with a risk of thunderstorms. Not the cleanest start, but there’s potential. Sunday the 6th is where it gets good – the swell drops to 5ft SW, period 14 seconds, and we get a light WSW offshore wind in the morning (1039 energy). That’s clean, fun, and punchy for a beginner-plus crew. Monday the 7th sees the swell bottom out at 2ft before jumping to 7ft in the arvo, but the short period (8 seconds) and cross-off wind make it a bit junky.

The real standout is Tuesday the 8th. Morning brings 4ft groundswell from the SW, an 18-second period (very long period), and a gentle offshore wind. The energy is 1367 (moderate). That combo is pure magic – clean, lined-up waves with plenty of power. The afternoon gets a bit stronger with 5ft and 17-second period, still offshore but a moderate breeze. This is the session to aim for if you want quality.

Now, hold onto your board shorts for Wednesday the 9th. We’ve got a massive pulse of SW swell hitting 13ft in the morning and 20ft in the afternoon, with periods of 16 to 18 seconds. The energy readings are off the charts – 14599 and then 30516 (strong to very strong). This is big. I’d only say this is for experts, and even then, it’s pushing the limits. Thursday the 10th stays big, with 13ft and 12ft SSW swell, but the winds stay cross-off or offshore, so if you’re a charger with a big gun, this is your call.

After that, things settle. Friday the 11th offers 8ft and 8ft SW groundswell with light winds – clean and consistent. Saturday the 12th is a beauty: glassy conditions with zero wind in the morning and a light easterly in the arvo. The swell holds at 7ft and 6ft, 15 to 16-second period. That’s a dream session for intermediate and above. Crowds are possible at Apollo Bay, so get in early.

The second week is quieter. From Sunday the 13th through to the end of the 16-day window, we see mostly 3ft to 6ft swell with periods around 14 to 19 seconds, but the winds mix between cross-off and onshore. There’s a little blip on Tuesday the 15th with a 8ft SW swell and a 10-second period, but it drops off quick. Nothing here will knock your socks off – just small, clean waves for a cruise. The 19th and 20th have onshore and cross-shore winds, so it’s a flat end to the run.

Best bet: Tuesday the 8th for that long-period groundswell with gentle offshore wind, and Saturday the 12th for glassy perfection. Charge Wednesday the 9th if you’ve got the stones.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Sat morning. Very mild (max 15°C on Sat morning, min 6°C on Mon night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the W on Sat night, light winds from the WSW by Mon night).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Very mild (max 13°C on Tue morning, min 9°C on Tue night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the SW on Tue night, light winds from the W by Thu night).

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Energy kJ
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High Tide
6:06PM2.01m
4:57AM1.76m
7:10PM1.86m
5:37AM1.63m
8:43PM1.77m
6:47AM1.48m
10:19PM1.79m
9:33AM1.43m
11:28PM1.87m
11:23AM1.61m
00:17AM1.97m
12:30PM1.85m
00:56AM2.06m
Low Tide
11:05AM0.10m
11:43PM1.09m
11:49AM0.22m
00:37AM1.23m
12:46PM0.40m
2:34AM1.31m
2:18PM0.59m
4:53AM1.19m
4:21PM0.66m
5:54AM0.97m
5:43PM0.62m
6:36AM0.75m
6:42PM0.57m
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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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