Apollo Bay Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, mates, Rusty here. Let’s check out what Apollo Bay is serving up.

The forecast starts a bit flat, with a few days of small, weak surf before it really kicks off on Friday the 21st. From there, the week builds into a proper show, with a standout window over the weekend, then it settles into smaller, cleaner conditions through the next week.

The water temperature at Apollo Bay is 57°, which is about average for this time of year. No need for a thicker suit than usual.

Thursday 20th is a no-go. Tiny 2ft SW swell with weak energy and cross-off winds. Not worth the drive.

Friday 21st is where we get going. The morning brings a clean 4ft SW groundswell at 15 seconds, with offshore winds from the west. The energy is moderate (870). It’s a good warm-up. The afternoon is the real standout: a solid 10ft swell from the WSW, with a 14-second period, and clean offshore winds. The energy is pumping (4289). This is for experienced surfers only—it’s too big for beginners. The optimum swell direction matches the SW exposure, and the wind is howling offshore, giving you some serious, well-shaped waves. This is the session.

Saturday 22nd is for the hardcore crew. We’re looking at a 15ft swell from the WSW, with a very long 15-second period and howling offshore winds. The energy is massive (11235 in the morning, 10426 in the afternoon). This is paddle-surfing for experts only. The wind is so strong and the swell so raw, it’s going to be a wild, heavy day.

Sunday 23rd is a beautiful drop-off. Clean, light cross-off winds, with a 6ft to 7ft SW groundswell at 16 seconds. The energy is still strong (1986 to 1787). This is a much more manageable size, with clean conditions and perfect lines. A great day for a wider range of surfers, and the long period gives real power and shape, especially at the point.

Monday 24th through Wednesday 26th sees the swell settling. Expect 4ft to 5ft SW swell, clean conditions, but the energy is moderate (between 505 and 821). A good, consistent run of clean waves, but nothing too exciting.

Thursday 27th is a sneaky little gem. The morning is a bit cross-shore, but the afternoon goes glassy with a 4ft SW swell at 14 seconds and a combined energy of 706. Glassy conditions are a major positive, and you’ll get some clean, fun waves to yourself.

Friday 28th and Saturday 29th are a write-off. Onshore winds and poor conditions. The swell drops to 3ft to 5ft, but the wind is junk. Stay home.

Sunday 30th and Monday 31st see a return of some swell, but it’s short-period, wind-affected stuff. 5ft to 6ft S and SSW swell with a period of just 7 to 8 seconds, and cross-off winds. The energy is moderate (329 to 1397), but the short period means the waves will be a bit washed out and fat. Not a great showing.

Tuesday 1st September brings a fresh offshore breeze and a 4ft SW groundswell at 16 seconds, with moderate energy (977). The wind is offshore and clean, so it’s a solid, clean session if you’re keen for a mid-week paddle.

Wednesday 2nd September is similar: 4ft SW groundswell, 15 seconds, offshore winds, clean. A nice, gentle, fun day.

Thursday 3rd September is a dud. Strong cross-off winds and a messy 3ft to 5ft swell. Skip it.

Friday 4th September finishes the period with a solid 8ft SW groundswell at 16 seconds, cross-off winds, and strong energy (2516). This is a good, chunky winter swell for experienced surfers, though the wind is cross-off, so it’ll be a bit lined up. Worth a look if you’re in the water.

Best on offer: Friday 21st afternoon is the absolute standout—10ft of clean, offshore swell from the WSW, with that long period and perfect wind. Sunday 23rd is a close second for the lighter, cleaner, more manageable swell. Get out there.

Rusty.

Read more