
Surf Forecasts:
Arrawarra surf forecast from 12 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 14 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 7s period, S swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 17 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 8s period, ESE swell with 525 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 12 Aug, 4PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 10s period with SSE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Arrawarra this week:
The surf forecast for Arrawarra over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 4PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 9s. Another secondary swell of 0.3m and 3s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Arrawarra in the next 16 days are 2.2m 8s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 17) at 10PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.4m 9s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 13) at 4AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 4PM (Wed 12th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 1AM (Fri 14th Aug) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 7s |
| Most Powerful | 10PM (Mon 17th Aug) | 7ft (2.2m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Arrawarra over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what Arrawarra’s got cookin’ over the next couple of weeks.
We’re lookin’ at a bit of a slow start, but there’s a solid run of clean, punchy surf coming through the middle of the period. The real standout looks to be Friday the 14th – that’s the best on offer, with a solid 5ft southerly swell and a nice offshore wind cleaning it all up. The energy’s got some weight behind it (613), and that offshore breeze is gonna keep the faces smooth. For a point break like Arrawarra, that’s a proper session on the cards.
The water temp’s sittin’ around 67°, which is pretty average for the time of year – nothing wild there.
Alright, let’s run through it day by day.
Wednesday the 12th starts off pretty average. You’ve got a weak 3ft SSE swell with cross winds in the morning, and the energy’s only 227. Afternoon’s slightly cleaner with a 2ft swell, but it’s ordinary at best.
Thursday the 13th shapes up a bit better. The morning’s got a 5ft swell from the south and glassy conditions – that’s a rare treat. Energy’s moderate at 427. Afternoon turns a bit messier with wind picking up.
Now, Friday the 14th – that’s the one to circle. Morning brings 5ft southerly swell, clean offshore wind, and strong energy at 613. The waves’ll have some nice push. Afternoon’s not bad either, but the wind shifts cross-off and the swell drops a touch.
Saturday the 15th and Sunday the 16th are a bit wind-affected. Saturday’s got solid 5ft swell but with strong offshore winds makin’ it choppy. Sunday morning cleans up a bit with 5ft, but the afternoon sees rain and dropped swell.
Monday the 17th through to Tuesday the 18th sees a new ESE swell push through. Monday’s 7ft but with a bit of rain and cross-off wind. Tuesday’s the better bet – 6ft ESE swell, clean conditions, and energy buzzin’ at 629. That’s another standout window.
Wednesday the 19th keeps the fun going with a 6ft SE swell and clean surf – energy up at 672. The wind’s light, so expect some good ones.
From Thursday the 20th through to Friday the 21st, the swell holds around 4ft to 5ft with offshore or light cross-off winds. Good conditions, though not as punchy as the middle of the week.
Saturday the 22nd sees the swell drop right back to 3ft – glassy mornin’, but tiny. Sunday the 23rd is even smaller, though the morning’s dead glass.
Monday the 24th through to Wednesday the 26th is a real quiet stretch. Swell drops under 3ft, energy’s weak (87 down to 46). A few clean mornings, but not worth paddlin’ out for.
Thursday the 27th shows a bit of a bump in swell to 5ft from the NE, but it’s a short period and messy cross-shore wind – probably better for the kites than the surfboards.
Signin’ off,
Rusty
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Wed night. Warm (max 21°C on Wed morning, min 12°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 30mm), heaviest during Mon morning. Very mild (max 18°C on Sat morning, min 14°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | Sunday 16 | Monday 17 | Tuesday 18 | |||||||||||||||
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Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | S 10 | S 8 | SSE 8 | S 7 | S 9 | SSE 8 | SE 7 | SSE 6 | SSE 6 | SSE 7 | SSE 6 | S 7 | SSE 7 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
156 | 115 | 67 | 262 | 221 | 311 | 389 | 172 | 77 | 144 | 186 | 285 | 149 | 59 | 46 | 452 | 447 | 434 | 362 | 345 | 276 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-off | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | off | off | off | off | off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 8:08PM1.94m | 8:27AM1.32m | 8:47PM1.93m | 9:08AM1.38m | 9:24PM1.85m | 9:47AM1.42m | 9:58PM1.73m | 10:26AM1.43m | 10:31PM1.58m | 11:06AM1.41m | 11:03PM1.41m | 11:49AM1.37m | 11:35PM1.24m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 1:29PM0.11m | 2:43AM0.12m | 2:14PM0.08m | 3:18AM0.09m | 2:57PM0.10m | 3:51AM0.09m | 3:39PM0.17m | 4:23AM0.13m | 4:20PM0.28m | 4:53AM0.19m | 5:02PM0.40m | 5:24AM0.27m | 5:48PM0.54m | ||||||||
6:24 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | |
— | 5:20 | — | — | 5:21 | — | — | 5:21 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | |
mm | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 10 | 10 | 2 | 5 | 9 | 8 | 4 |
Temp °C | 21 | 21 | 15 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 18 | 17 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
Feels °C | 17 | 19 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 13 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | S 10 | SSE 8 | E 9 | SSE 7 | SSE 8 | E 9 | SE 7 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 10 | S 7 | SE 6 | S 17 | S 16 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 |
156 | 115 | 67 | 120 | 41 | 197 | 194 | 26 | 77 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 30 | 59 | 46 | 6 | 5 | 434 | 362 | 345 | 276 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | S 21 | E 9 | E 9 | S 19 | E 9 | S 16 | S 19 | SSE 18 | SSE 17 | E 10 | SSE 7 | SSW 13 | — | S 15 | S 9 | SE 12 | ESE 11 |
61 | 61 | 64 | 43 | 8 | 41 | 26 | 7 | 25 | 5 | 7 | 32 | 28 | 30 | 45 | 16 | — | 18 | 42 | 6 | 11 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 6 | — | NE 6 | N 11 | — | — | NE 10 | NE 9 | SSE 10 | N 9 | S 15 | S 14 | — | SSE 16 | E 10 | — | — | S 9 | S 12 | S 9 | S 9 |
10 | — | 6 | 2 | — | — | 4 | 3 | 30 | 1 | 4 | 15 | — | 26 | 29 | — | — | 28 | 12 | 24 | 25 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | NE 3 | WSW 2 | S 8 | SSE 8 | S 7 | S 9 | SSE 8 | S 6 | SSE 6 | SSE 6 | SSE 7 | SSE 6 | ESE 6 | — | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | — | SSE 8 | SE 8 | — |
— | 1 | 1 | 262 | 221 | 311 | 389 | 172 | 36 | 144 | 186 | 285 | 149 | 39 | — | 452 | 447 | — | 213 | 143 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 72 | 0 | 0 | 72 | 0 | 111 | 111 | 0 | 0 | 72 | 0 | 52 | 213 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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The above surf forecast table for Arrawarra provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Arrawarra can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Arrawarra 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 (Arrawarra) 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).
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