Apollo Bay Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.76° S 143.68° E

Apollo Bay Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 am 29 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Apollo Bay sea temperature is
13.9°C
0.7° 

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 29 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 3 Sep, 10AM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 14s period, WSW swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 5 Sep, 10AM (local time) - 16ft (5.0m), 16s period, SW swell with 13,171 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 29 Aug, 4PM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 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 Saturday (Aug 29) at 4PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.0m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 1.3m and 14s. Another secondary swell of 0.1m and 23s 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 Saturday (Sep 05) 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 4s period and expected on Friday (Sep 04) at 10PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 4PM (Sat 29th Aug)6.5ft (2.0m) 14s
Best Surf10AM (Thu 3rd Sep)15ft (4.5m) 14s
Most Powerful10AM (Sat 5th Sep)16ft (5.0m) 16s

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


The Lowdown

G’day, Rusty here. We’ve got a solid 16-day window ahead for Apollo Bay, and honestly, it’s looking like a proper run. The water’s sitting at a mild 57°, which is about average for this time of year, so no surprises there. The first wave of energy hits on Saturday the 29th, with a clean 4 ft SW swell, a nice 14-second period, and gentle offshore wind. That’s a beauty to kick things off – it’s not huge, but it’ll be lined up and fun for a beginner plus or anyone wanting a cruisy session. The combined energy’s moderate (736), so enough to push you along without it being a handful.

Saturday afternoon steps it up: the SW swell builds to 7 ft, same long period, and the offshore wind strengthens to a moderate breeze. The energy jumps into the strong zone (2220). This is for the experienced crew – clean, powerful waves with push. Sunday the 30th is more of the same in the morning: 6 ft SW, offshore, excellent shape. The afternoon gets a bit cross-off, so the quality dips, but it’s still rideable. Monday the 31st is a treat – light offshore winds in the morning, 6 ft SW swell, and that long 15-second period. The water’s glassy, the lines will hold up nicely. The energy is strong (1698). This might be the pick of the first week for a surfer who wants power without the grunt.

Tuesday the 1st of September gets a bit lumpy with cross-off winds and a drop in swell size. You can still get waves, but the magic fades. Wednesday the 2nd brings back offshore winds and a 5 ft to 5 ft SW groundswell. Fun, clean, but not a standout. Then Thursday the 3rd – hold onto your board. An exceptional pulse of 15 ft WSW swell hits, with strong to very strong energy (9281). Offshore winds all day. This is expert territory only: the size is massive, over 8 ft. The period is 14 seconds, so it’s a groundswell with serious heft. If you’ve got the skill, this is the session. The swell direction matches the optimum SW, so the point should handle it.

Friday the 4th is messy with cross-off winds and a 8 ft SW swell – not the best quality. Saturday the 5th is a monster: 16 ft SW swell with a very long 16-second period. Fresh offshore wind. The energy is through the roof (17589). This is for experts only – those who can handle a big, powerful groundswell. The caveat: that long period might make it break a bit too straight on the beach sections, but the point should turn it into a proper ride. Sunday the 6th drops to 7 ft SW, but by the afternoon a 13 ft SW swell rolls in with only 13 seconds of period, so it’s a bit crumbly. Still clean, but not the best shape.

Monday the 7th is another huge day: 16 ft to 20 ft SW swell, strong breeze offshore. The 16-second period on the afternoon pulse is extreme. The energy’s astronomical (23960). This is a beast. The report says it’s too big for this break – only the most seasoned big-wave chargers should even look at it. Tuesday the 8th is still oversized at 15 ft to 16 ft, with offshore wind. Big and clean for those who can handle it. Wednesday the 9th calms down to a manageable 6 ft SW with offshore wind – a welcome relief. Thursday the 10th holds at 12 ft SW with very light winds and a 16-second period. That’ll be some of the best-shaped swell of the entire run: long, clean lines on the point. A top pick for the second week.

Friday the 11th gets breezy and drops in size. Saturday the 12th is sneaky good: a 4 ft SW swell with an incredible 18-second period in the morning. That’s a super long groundswell – it’ll wrap deep and clean on the point with almost no wind. The energy is surprisingly strong for the size (1249), so don’t let the height fool you. By the afternoon, it’s 7 ft SW with 16 seconds and glassy conditions. This Saturday could be a real sleeper. Sunday the 13th fades out with onshore wind and smaller swell – a weaker end to the run.

If you want the true standouts: the Thursday the 3rd morning session (15 ft WSW, clean offshore, expert only) and the Thursday the 10th (12 ft SW, light wind, 16 seconds, clean) are the ones to circle. The first Saturday morning (4 ft SW, glassy) is the best call for the less experienced crew.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 13°C on Sat morning, min 7°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Tue afternoon. Warm (max 20°C on Tue afternoon, min 11°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Saturday
29
Sunday
30
Monday
31
Tuesday
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Wednesday
2
Thursday
3
Friday
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1.3
SW
14
2
SW
14
1.4
SW
14
1.8
SW
14
1.9
SW
14
1.9
SW
14
1.8
SW
15
1.8
SW
14
2
SW
16
1.6
SW
16
1.3
SW
15
1.2
SW
14
1.4
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15
1.6
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15
1.9
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15
4.5
WSW
14
4.5
WSW
14
2.4
SW
14
2.3
SW
15
2.1
SW
15
1.7
SW
15
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
736
1558
743
1196
1330
1349
1325
1289
1953
1248
777
589
927
1138
1547
7199
6914
2391
2268
1833
1237
Wind (km/h)
15
WSW
20
WSW
10
W
15
WSW
20
WSW
10
WNW
10
W
10
SW
10
NNW
25
NNW
20
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20
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20
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25
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20
NW
15
WNW
20
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15
NW
20
NNW
30
NNW
25
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Wind State
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cross-off
High Tide
1:34PM1.85m
1:54AM2.10m
2:10PM2.02m
2:18AM2.10m
2:45PM2.16m
2:42AM2.08m
3:20PM2.25m
3:05AM2.04m
3:56PM2.28m
3:30AM1.99m
4:34PM2.25m
3:56AM1.93m
5:16PM2.15m
Low Tide
7:39PM0.57m
8:08AM0.57m
8:14PM0.56m
8:31AM0.41m
8:49PM0.57m
8:57AM0.27m
9:22PM0.62m
9:24AM0.14m
9:55PM0.70m
9:54AM0.07m
10:28PM0.82m
10:27AM0.05m
11:03PM0.95m
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6:43
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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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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