Arrawarra Surf Break

Lat Long: 30.06° S 153.20° E

Arrawarra Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 3 am 19 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Arrawarra sea temperature is
19.5° C
0.5° 

Arrawarra surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Arrawarra surf forecast from 18 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 19 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 8s period, ESE swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 19 Aug, 4PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 10s period, ESE swell with 365 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 19 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 8s period with ESE 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 19) at 10AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 10s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Arrawarra in the next 16 days are 1.4m 10s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 19) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.3m 2s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 26) at 7AM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10AM (Wed 19th Aug)4ft (1.2m) 8s
Best Surf10AM (Wed 19th Aug)4ft (1.2m) 8s
Most Powerful 4PM (Wed 19th Aug)4.5ft (1.4m) 10s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, this is Rusty. Let's have a look at what's coming our way.

Right now, it's a bit of a flat spell. We're looking at a gap of a few days with nothing really worth paddling out for. The early part of the week is pretty ordinary, with small, weak waves and winds that aren't doing us any favours.

Things start to get interesting on August 27th. Thursday morning is where we see our first real standout. Arrawarra will be firing with a solid 6 ft swell coming from the SSE, with a period of 10 seconds, giving it moderate energy (740). The wind is a clean, moderate offshore from the SSW, which will have the point looking like a treat. That's the call for the experienced surfers, as the size is getting up there. The water temp is 67°, which is pretty normal for this time of year.

The next big highlight comes on August 30th. Sunday morning sees another pulse, with a 7 ft swell from the SSE and a 9-second period. The wind is strong offshore from the SSW again, making for a clean session. Combined energy is strong (718). This is again for the advanced crew, as it's pushing into the big stuff.

Then, on September 1st, we get the biggest event of the forecast. Tuesday morning brings a 7 ft swell from the SSE with a very long period of 12 seconds, giving us a very strong energy reading (2303). This is groundswell, and it will be breaking with power. A clean offshore wind from the S will keep it lined up. This one is for experts only.

So, the standout sessions are clearly August 27th, August 30th, and September 1st. Of those, September 1st has the most power and quality, but it's also the most critical. The winds are mostly clean for those windows, so if you can get out there, it'll be worth it.

Stay safe, and I'll catch you in the water.

- Rusty

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Fri morning, min 13°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Mon morning, min 14°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Wednesday
19
Thursday
20
Friday
21
Saturday
22
Sunday
23
Monday
24
Tuesday
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Direction
Period (s)
1.2
ESE
8
1.4
ESE
10
1.2
ESE
8
1.3
ESE
7
1.2
E
7
1
E
7
0.8
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7
0.9
NE
4
0.8
ENE
6
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6
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7
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
183
365
155
186
146
97
61
27
42
31
36
46
40
45
31
49
109
100
96
122
85
Wind (km/h)
5
SE
5
ESE
10
WSW
5
NW
20
NE
10
NW
15
NNW
25
NNE
10
NNW
5
WNW
10
WNW
10
WSW
10
S
10
SE
10
NW
15
NNW
25
NNE
15
NNW
20
N
25
NNE
5
NW
Wind State
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High Tide
12:39PM1.31m
00:10AM1.08m
1:44PM1.27m
1:01AM0.94m
3:13PM1.27m
2:54AM0.84m
4:39PM1.33m
4:55AM0.87m
5:39PM1.43m
5:58AM0.95m
6:22PM1.53m
6:39AM1.05m
6:57PM1.62m
Low Tide
6:46PM0.67m
6:34AM0.44m
8:19PM0.76m
7:28AM0.52m
10:37PM0.74m
8:54AM0.57m
11:58PM0.64m
10:24AM0.54m
00:39AM0.54m
11:28AM0.47m
1:08AM0.44m
12:15PM0.38m
1:35AM0.34m
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5:23
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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17
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Information about the Arrawarra Surf forecast

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).

Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Arrawarra 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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