
Surf Forecasts:
Apollo Bay surf forecast from 5 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 9 Sep, 4PM (local time) - 18ft (5.5m), 18s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 9 Sep, 7PM (local time) - 20ft (6.0m), 18s period, SW swell with 20,468 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 6 Sep, 10AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 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 10AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 1.3m and 9s. 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 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 0.9m 4s period and expected on Tuesday (Sep 08) at 1PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10AM (Sun 6th Sep) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 4PM (Wed 9th Sep) | 18ft (5.5m) 18s |
| 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, your local surf reporter. We’ve got a solid run of swell coming through for Apollo Bay over the next couple of weeks. The water’s sitting at 57°, which is about normal for the time of year, so nothing unusual there.
The action kicks off Saturday the 5th of September, with the first surf arriving in the afternoon. It’s a pumping 6.9ft SW groundswell with a long 15-second period, and the combined energy is massive at 1907. Wind is a fresh offshore from the WNW, so the face will be clean. This is a big one for the point, but with that size, it’s not for beginners. The period is long, so it’ll be better at the point where it can really wrap in.
Sunday the 6th is a treat. The swell drops to 4.3ft from the SW, but the period is still 14 seconds, and the wind is light offshore from the West in the morning—6 mph. It’s glassy and clean. The combined energy is 899 (moderate), and the waves should be super fun. The afternoon stays clean with a moderate offshore breeze at 12 mph. This is a standout for the weekend, especially for the intermediate crew.
Monday the 7th starts with a 7.2ft SW swell on a 13-second period, but the wind is cross-offshore, so the line-up will be a bit lumpy. The energy is strong at 1977, but it’s not the best quality. The afternoon drops to a tiny 1.3ft, so really just a morning session.
Tuesday the 8th is back on. Morning has 3.9ft SW swell at 18 seconds with a gentle offshore wind—clean and smooth. The energy is 1268 (moderate to strong). The afternoon builds to 5.2ft with a moderate offshore breeze, and the energy jumps to 1569. This is a really nice, clean groundswell that will make the point look good. Best for experienced surfers but not too heavy.
Wednesday the 9th sees a massive pulse. The swell jumps to 13.1ft in the morning, then 18ft in the afternoon, both from the SW with long periods. The afternoon energy is a staggering 27740. The wind is cross-offshore, so it’s clean, but this is way too big for anyone but experts. The tide and wind are favorable, but the size is a beast. This is a prime window for the crew who can handle it.
Thursday the 10th, the swell is still 13.1ft in the morning from the SSW, dropping to 11.5ft in the afternoon from the SW. The wind goes offshore in the afternoon, making it clean. The energy is 8625 in the morning and 6015 in the afternoon. This is still big, powerful stuff for experienced surfers only.
Friday the 11th is excellent. The swell is a solid 7.2ft from the SW/SSW with a 14-second period. The wind is a gentle cross-offshore breeze, and the energy is around 2000. The waves will be clean and well-shaped. This is a great day for the more experienced surfer looking for a big, fun day.
Saturday the 12th is a glassy gem. The swell is 6.9ft in the morning, dropping to 6.2ft in the afternoon, both from the SW with a 15 to 16-second period. The wind is glassy, with a slight air, making it perfect. The energy is 2190 and 1628. This is a standout for quality and cleanliness. The point will be a dream.
Sunday the 13th, the swell eases to 4.3ft and 3.9ft with a moderate offshore wind. The energy is moderate at 793 and 697. Not a standout, but a clean, fun day for the mellow surfer.
Monday the 14th is a write-off. The swell is 5.6ft at 7 seconds (short period), then drops to 2.0ft with a strong offshore wind. The energy is low. The wind and tide are not cooperating. A poor day.
Tuesday the 15th is another big pulse. The swell hits 14.8ft from the WSW with a 16-second period. The morning is clean with cross-offshore wind, but the afternoon has a moderate offshore wind, making it exceptional for expert surfers. The energy is 11454 in the morning and 12445 in the afternoon. This is a massive, powerful groundswell that will be a spectacle.
Wednesday the 16th, the swell is still 13.1ft from the SW and WSW. The wind is offshore (fresh breeze in the afternoon), but the energy is 9167 and 8686. This is still huge and only for the brave.
Thursday the 17th is a wild card. The wind goes glassy in the morning with a 9.8ft SW swell at 16 seconds. The energy is 4039. The afternoon gets a cross-shore breeze, but the morning glass is a moment of calm in the middle of all this power. That morning session is the pick for the expert.
Friday the 18th and Saturday the 19th are smaller, with
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Sat afternoon. Very mild (max 15°C on Sun morning, min 6°C on Mon night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the W on Sat night, light winds from the W by Mon night). | Days 5-7 Weather SummarySome drizzle, heaviest during Tue night. Very mild (max 13°C on Fri morning, min 9°C on Tue night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the SSW on Tue night, light winds from the W by Thu night). | |||||||||||||||||||
Sat 5 | Sunday 6 | Monday 7 | Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | ||||||||||||||
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 11 | SW 14 | SW 14 | WSW 12 | SW 13 | SW 20 | SSW 14 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 16 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
1907 | 3330 | 667 | 612 | 1316 | 1575 | 148 | 763 | 881 | 1519 | 8139 | 6762 | 18948 | 10775 | 8597 | 5965 | 3340 | 2032 | 2053 | 3118 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | off | off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross |
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 | 11:43PM1.09m | 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 | ||||||||
— | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | |
6:06 | — | — | 6:06 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:08 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:10 | — | |
mm | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 13 | 12 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 9 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 8 |
Feels °C | 6 | 5 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 6 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 15 | SW 11 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 12 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SSW 14 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 16 |
1907 | 1064 | 667 | 612 | 496 | 357 | 134 | 763 | 881 | 1519 | 2374 | 4128 | 8792 | 10775 | 8597 | 5965 | 3340 | 2032 | 2053 | 3118 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SW 15 | SSW 9 | SSW 7 | E 10 | SSW 22 | SW 20 | SW 19 | SW 13 | SSW 8 | S 16 | SW 20 | — | SSE 18 | SSE 17 | SSE 16 | — | — | — | S 17 |
— | 623 | 232 | 91 | 2 | 45 | 148 | 531 | 326 | 50 | 19 | 1480 | — | 107 | 28 | 50 | — | — | — | 22 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | WSW 18 | — | — | SW 16 | — | S 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | 31 | — | — | 10 | — | 61 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 3 | SW 11 | — | — | WSW 12 | SW 13 | SSW 7 | — | — | — | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 18 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
4 | 3330 | — | — | 1316 | 1575 | 105 | — | — | — | 8139 | 6762 | 18948 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 553 | 277 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35 | 582 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 375 | 887 | 1148 | 57 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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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