Surf Forecasts:
Arrieta surf forecast from 20 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 23 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 10s period, N swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 23 Aug, 7PM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 14s period, NNW swell with 1,122 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 23 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 10s 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 (Aug 23) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 12s. 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 1.8m 14s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 23) 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 1.5m 6s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 27) at 4AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7AM (Sun 23rd Aug) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 7AM (Sun 23rd Aug) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 7PM (Sun 23rd Aug) | 6ft (1.8m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Arrieta over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Hey folks, Rusty here. Let’s break down what’s heading for Arrieta.
Honestly, this 16-day stretch is a tough watch. We’ve got a solid ten days of nothing but poor surf before anything remotely rideable shows up. The water’s a touch warmer than average at 75°F, which feels nice, but don’t let that fool you – the waves are in a bad mood.
From Thursday August 20th right through to around Wednesday September 2nd, it’s a dead zone. Northerly winds blowing 15 to 28 mph, mostly cross or cross-off, are just wrecking the surface. Swell heights bounce between 3 ft and a messy 8 ft, but it’s all short-period junk under 8 seconds, and the wind-chop is ugly. The combined wave energy is moderate at best, hanging in the 165–260 range, but quality is zero. This break is sheltered and rare on a good day, so a blank run like this is pretty normal for Arrieta.
First sign of life comes on Sunday August 23rd afternoon. A pulse of groundswell from the NNW at 4 ft with a long 14-second period pushes the energy up to a strong 717. The wind goes cross-off from the north at 12 mph, cleaning it up. It’s only rated marginal and the tide will be key, but if you’re really itching, that’s your first chance. The long period might make the reef link up, and crowds are possible.
Monday August 24th morning is the real standout. We get a solid 6 ft of NNW groundswell with a 12-second period, and the combined energy sits at 939 – that’s strong. The wind is cross-off from the north at 12 mph, keeping things clean. For this spot, that’s the best you’re going to get. After that, it’s back to fresh northerly winds and sloppy seas through the week.
Into the second week, from late August to early September, we see bigger swell – 6 to 8 ft from the NNE on the 28th, 29th, and 30th – but the wind doesn’t let up, howling at 22 to 28 mph, creating strong cross-shore mess. Energy spikes into the 800–1000 range, but it’s all short period (6-8 seconds) and blown out. Some clean windows show up on the 30th afternoon and September 1st morning, but the wind is still strong. Anything over 8 ft is expert-only, and with this wind, it’s kite-surf territory.
So, the only real window is Monday August 24th morning. That 6 ft NNW groundswell with clean cross-off winds is your best bet. The Sunday 23rd afternoon might be a lucky punt if the tides fall right. Otherwise, it’s a long wait.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Thu afternoon, min 21°C on Fri night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Mon afternoon, min 21°C on Sun morning). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 8 | N 8 | N 6 | N 6 | N 6 | NNE 6 | N 6 | N 7 | N 7 | N 10 | NNW 14 | NNW 13 | NNW 12 | NNW 12 | NNW 10 | NNW 10 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | N 8 | N 8 | NW 9 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
160 | 156 | 148 | 173 | 143 | 115 | 115 | 138 | 106 | 183 | 549 | 1044 | 933 | 770 | 424 | 248 | 177 | 118 | 228 | 212 | 3 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross |
High Tide | 8:00PM1.63m | 8:42AM1.66m | 9:38PM1.55m | 10:21AM1.67m | 11:10PM1.61m | 11:36AM1.80m | 00:09AM1.75m | 12:25PM1.96m | 00:50AM1.90m | 1:03PM2.14m | 1:25AM2.05m | 1:37PM2.31m | 1:56AM2.18m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 1:35PM0.86m | 2:02AM0.94m | 3:10PM0.96m | 3:43AM0.99m | 4:55PM0.91m | 5:13AM0.90m | 6:00PM0.77m | 6:08AM0.76m | 6:43PM0.61m | 6:48AM0.60m | 7:18PM0.45m | 7:22AM0.45m | 7:50PM0.31m | ||||||||
7:24 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | |
— | 8:29 | — | — | 8:28 | — | — | 8:27 | — | — | 8:25 | — | — | 8:24 | — | — | 8:23 | — | — | 8:22 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 |
Feels °C | 20 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 19 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | NW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | NNW 12 | N 11 | NNW 10 | N 10 | NNW 14 | NNW 13 | NNW 12 | NNW 12 | NNW 10 | NNW 10 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 |
38 | 35 | 32 | 19 | 14 | 13 | 49 | 89 | 106 | 183 | 549 | 1044 | 933 | 770 | 424 | 248 | 177 | 118 | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 13 | S 13 | S 13 | W 12 | NW 11 | NW 10 | WNW 8 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | N 12 | N 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | W 8 | W 7 | W 7 | NW 10 | — | W 9 | — |
3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 44 | 130 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | — | 2 | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | S 14 | N 12 | N 14 | NE 8 | S 13 | S 13 | WNW 9 | N 11 | — | — | — | — | W 11 | W 10 | W 7 | — | — | — |
— | — | — | 4 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 15 | 38 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 8 | N 8 | N 6 | N 6 | N 6 | NNE 6 | N 6 | N 7 | N 7 | — | — | — | — | NE 3 | NNE 3 | NNE 4 | NNE 5 | NNE 5 | N 8 | N 8 | NNE 5 |
160 | 156 | 148 | 173 | 143 | 115 | 115 | 138 | 103 | — | — | — | — | 3 | 5 | 20 | 27 | 44 | 228 | 212 | 106 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 260 | 239 | 46 | 260 | 239 | 46 | 46 | 46 | 46 | 42 | 239 | 46 | 46 | 239 | 46 | 239 | 46 | 340 | 345 | 46 | 329 |
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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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