
Surf Forecasts:
Arrieta surf forecast from 9 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 13 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 8s period, N swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 12 Sep, 10AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 8s period, N swell with 587 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 13 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 8s period with N swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Arrieta this week:
The surf forecast for Arrieta over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Sep 13) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.8m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Arrieta in the next 16 days are 2.1m 8s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Sep 12) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 4s period and expected on Wednesday (Sep 16) at 1AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Sun 13th Sep) | 6ft (1.8m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 1AM (Sun 13th Sep) | 6ft (1.8m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Sat 12th Sep) | 7ft (2.1m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Arrieta over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Right, let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for Arrieta over the next couple of weeks.
First up, there’s a bit of a flat spell to get through. The forecast doesn’t show any surf worth paddling out for until around the 11th of September, and even then, it’s going to be a mixed bag. The early part of the window is a write-off – strong cross-shore winds and messy, lumpy conditions are a no-go. We’re talking a solid 3 days of nothing from Tuesday the 8th right through to the end of Thursday the 10th. Just not worth it.
So, the first real chance to get wet comes on Friday the 11th. The wind swings to a cross-offshore from the north, which is a big plus – it’ll clean things up nicely. The swell is a modest 6 ft from the north-northeast. The energy is moderate (508 on the Saturday afternoon). It’s a bit of a punchy northeast groundswell, but the period is only 7–8 seconds, so it’s going to be a bit short and fat. Not classic, but it’s surfable. The water temp is a warm 75°F, which is about 2°F warmer than normal for this time of year, so it’s a little above average. You’ll get a few waves, but it’s not going to be one for the memory books.
The standout of the whole forecast kicks in on Saturday the 12th. The swell bumps up to 7 ft from the north, with a period of 8 seconds. The wind stays clean and cross-offshore from the north. The energy is strong (659 on the morning), so you’ll feel some push. The water’s still warm, and with that clean wind, the reef at Arrieta should be offering up some decent, punchy lefts. This is the best window, and it’s for the advanced crew – 7 ft is getting a bit too pushy for beginners. The crowd profile says “sometimes,” so you might have a few others out, but it’s not overrun.
After that, it’s a slow slide into mediocrity. Sunday the 13th sees a drop to 4 ft from the north, with a light northwesterly breeze. Conditions are clean, but the swell is weak (345 energy). It’s surfable, but very ordinary. The rest of the second week is a real struggle. You’re looking at tiny, weak waves from the north-northwest and northwest, with most days offering poor surf conditions. The energy drops right off, with values as low as 35 by the 23rd. The wind stays cross-shore, and the swell is too small to do much with. There’s a long period of really nothing from the 15th onwards, with only the odd morning where the wave state is “surfable but very ordinary.” It’s a real flat run.
For the long-range, there’s a tiny flicker of life on the 22nd and 23rd of September, but it’s just 3 ft and 2 ft of weak, short-period junk. Honestly, it’s a kiteboarder’s day more than a surfer’s. The setup is a bit too blown out for a proper paddle.
So, to sum it up: the best bet is Saturday the 12th at Arrieta. That’s your window. It’s clean, it’s got some push, and the wind is right. Everything else is a write-off or just not worth the drive. The early season can be like this, but it won’t stay poor forever.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Tue afternoon, min 21°C on Wed night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Mon morning, min 22°C on Fri afternoon). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the N on Fri afternoon, light winds from the SW by Sun morning). | |||||||||||||||||||
Tue 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | Sunday 13 | Monday 14 | ||||||||||||||
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) | NNE 8 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | N 8 | N 8 | N 8 | N 8 | N 9 | NNW 8 | N 7 | NNW 13 | NNW 12 | NNW 12 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
226 | 220 | 218 | 200 | 210 | 204 | 170 | 268 | 336 | 375 | 458 | 587 | 533 | 443 | 199 | 94 | 131 | 149 | 169 | 153 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-on |
High Tide | 00:58AM2.24m | 1:12PM2.54m | 1:40AM2.38m | 1:53PM2.67m | 2:18AM2.48m | 2:31PM2.72m | 2:54AM2.51m | 3:07PM2.69m | 3:28AM2.49m | 3:42PM2.57m | 4:01AM2.41m | 4:16PM2.40m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 6:48PM0.23m | 6:58AM0.31m | 7:31PM0.07m | 7:39AM0.16m | 8:09PM-0.03m | 8:17AM0.07m | 8:44PM-0.05m | 8:52AM0.05m | 9:17PM-0.00m | 9:27AM0.08m | 9:49PM0.10m | 10:01AM0.18m | 10:20PM0.25m | |||||||
— | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | |
8:07 | — | — | 8:06 | — | — | 8:05 | — | — | 8:04 | — | — | 8:02 | — | — | 8:01 | — | — | 8:00 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 24 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 28 | 25 | 25 |
Feels °C | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 16 | 19 | 21 | 20 | 22 | 21 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 29 | 27 | 25 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 11 | NW 10 | NNW 10 | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | N 13 | N 12 | N 12 | N 11 | N 10 | N 10 | N 8 | N 9 | NNW 8 | N 7 | N 7 | NNW 12 | NNW 12 |
114 | 82 | 61 | 54 | 45 | 38 | 22 | 32 | 73 | 100 | 85 | 52 | 50 | 443 | 199 | 94 | 131 | 52 | 169 | 153 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 10 | — | — | W 8 | NW 8 | W 8 | NNW 12 | NNW 11 | NNW 10 | NNW 10 | WNW 11 | WNW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NNE 8 | NE 8 | NNW 14 | NNW 13 | N 7 | N 7 |
8 | — | — | 1 | 2 | 1 | 14 | 24 | 20 | 30 | 12 | 20 | 25 | 22 | 84 | 82 | 116 | 149 | 52 | 39 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | N 13 | NW 7 | NW 7 | — | W 12 | — | — | — | — | NE 9 | NNE 8 | NW 10 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 7 |
— | — | — | — | — | 3 | 2 | 2 | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | 62 | 45 | 25 | 57 | 29 | 25 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 8 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | N 8 | N 8 | N 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | NNE 7 |
226 | 220 | 218 | 200 | 210 | 204 | 170 | 268 | 336 | 375 | 458 | 587 | 533 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 21 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 45 | 45 | 46 | 46 | 46 | 340 | 239 | 239 | 239 | 239 | 239 | 239 | 239 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 16 |
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Information about the Arrieta Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Arrieta provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Arrieta can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Arrieta 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 (Arrieta) 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 Arrieta 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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