Apollo Bay Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.76° S 143.68° E

Apollo Bay Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 3 pm 31 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Apollo Bay sea temperature is
14.1° C
0.6° 

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 31 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 4 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 11s period, SW swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Tuesday 4 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 11s period, SW swell with 3,313 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 1 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 18s 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 Saturday (Aug 01) at 4AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 18s period with a secondary swell of 1.0m and 12s. 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 3.5m 11s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 04) at 7AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 3s period and expected on Monday (Aug 03) at 4AM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 4AM (Sat 1st Aug)2.5ft (0.8m) 18s
Best Surf 7AM (Tue 4th Aug)11ft (3.5m) 11s
Most Powerful 7AM (Tue 4th Aug)11ft (3.5m) 11s

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 surf on the horizon, but it’s not all smooth sailing. The whole period kicks off with some decent waves, but the early days are a bit messy with the wind. The real standout action is going to be for the crew who are comfortable in bigger, more powerful surf, especially towards the end of the run.

The first decent look is Friday afternoon, July 31st. We’re looking at a clean 4ft swell from the southwest, with a 12-second period and a light cross-offshore breeze. The water’s sitting at 57°, which is about normal for this time of year. Combined wave energy is moderate (565). It’s a good, clean introduction to the weekend.

Saturday, August 1st, is where it gets interesting. The morning is a bit of a write-off with a cross-shore wind, but the afternoon is where the magic starts. The swell jumps to 6ft from the southwest, with a long 17-second period. The wind swings to a light cross-offshore from the NNW. The combined energy is strong (2787). This is a standout for a surfer who’s not a beginner. That long period will wrap around the point nicely, but it’s a bit much for the groms.

Sunday, August 2nd, is a bit of a letdown after that. The wind picks up, creating a lumpy cross-chop, so it’s not the cleanest. The swell sticks around 5-6ft, but the quality drops off.

Monday, August 3rd, brings a rain shower and a strong offshore wind, which cleans things up but the swell drops a bit. It’s a session for the diehards.

Tuesday, August 4th, is a big one. The swell pulses up to 10ft from the southwest with a 12-second period. That’s a serious amount of power (3663 combined energy). This is for experts only. The wind is cross-offshore, so it’ll be heavy but clean.

The middle of the week from Wednesday, August 5th, through Thursday, August 6th, offers a reset. The swell drops right back to smaller, clean 3ft to 4ft waves with light winds. It’s a good time for the beginners or a longboard session.

Friday, August 7th, sees a nice-looking 4ft swell with a very long 19-second period, but the wind is cross-shore, so it’s a bit rippled. The energy is healthy (1114), but the wind spoils it a little.

The weekend of August 8th and 9th looks rough. Strong winds and a lumpy sea state make for poor conditions. It’s a good weekend to do something else.

Now, here’s where it gets really exciting for the experienced crew. The second week kicks off with a big, powerful swell. Monday, August 10th, has a 6ft swell in the morning, but the afternoon is a monster. The swell jumps to 8ft from the WSW with a 19-second period. The combined energy is a massive 6144, with a strong offshore wind. It’s going to be a freight train, difficult to paddle into, but perfect for the guys who know what they’re doing.

The standout of the entire outlook, without a doubt, is Friday, August 14th, afternoon. The forecast is for an exceptional 15ft swell from the WSW with a 13-second period, and a light offshore breeze. The combined energy is a colossal 8937. This is huge, powerful, and will be breaking thick and fast. It’s an expert-only session, no question. The wave of the month.

Saturday, August 15th, cleans up nicely. The swell drops to a still-very-healthy 7ft from the southwest with a long 17-second period. The wind is light and glassy. The combined energy is strong (4627). This is another excellent day for experienced surfers, with the glassy conditions making it a dream.

So, to wrap it up: the best bets are Saturday afternoon, August 1st, for a solid, clean 6ft swell. But the absolute standout, the one to circle on the calendar, is Friday afternoon, August 14th, for the big, powerful, clean 15ft swell. That’s the one you don’t want to miss if you’ve got the skills.

Stay safe out there.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Sun night. Very mild (max 15°C on Sat afternoon, min 9°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 13mm), heaviest on Mon afternoon. Very mild (max 13°C on Tue afternoon, min 7°C on Mon afternoon). Wind will be generally light.

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Swell
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Period (s)
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SW
12
1.1
SW
12
1.1
SW
17
1.8
SW
17
2.1
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16
1.8
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16
1.6
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16
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Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
428
347
663
1882
2220
1591
1281
949
813
372
2677
2826
1818
597
419
328
418
248
437
674
Wind (km/h)
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5
NNW
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NNW
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High Tide
2:27AM2.23m
2:22PM1.76m
2:52AM2.22m
3:01PM1.86m
3:16AM2.17m
3:40PM1.94m
3:40AM2.10m
4:19PM2.00m
4:03AM2.02m
5:00PM2.02m
4:27AM1.93m
5:46PM2.00m
Low Tide
7:46PM0.49m
8:48AM0.74m
8:23PM0.50m
9:11AM0.61m
8:59PM0.53m
9:36AM0.48m
9:35PM0.60m
10:01AM0.36m
10:10PM0.69m
10:29AM0.25m
10:47PM0.82m
11:00AM0.18m
11:25PM0.97m
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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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