
Surf Forecasts:
Arrieta surf forecast from 5 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 6 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 8ft (2.4m), 8s period, NE swell with 682 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Arrieta this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Arrieta in the next 16 days are 2.4m 8s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 06) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Thu 6th Aug) | 8ft (2.4m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Arrieta over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here again. Let’s call it like it is—this stretch for Arrieta is a grind, and you’ll need to wait it out. The first week and a half is basically a no-go for decent surf. There’s a bunch of northeasterly swell pushing through, with moderate wave energy (around 513 to 368 on the energy scale), but it’s all coming with fresh cross-shore or cross-off winds that leave the surface lumpy and choppy. The swell’s short period too, mostly 8 seconds, so no real shape or power. For a sheltered reef break, that’s a tough combo. You’re looking at a solid 10 days of poor surf conditions from Wednesday 5 August through to the weekend of 15–16 August. The swell size sits between 5ft and 8ft, so there’s some push, but the wind just won’t play ball. The water temp is about average for this time of year, nothing unusual.
The first real glimmer of hope comes on Wednesday 19 August. The morning sees a light breeze from the north-northeast at 6 mph, giving clean, cross-off conditions. Swell drops to 4ft from the north, with a period stretching to 9 seconds—a bit longer, so you’ll get better shaped waves and longer lulls between sets. The combined energy is still modest at 227, but it’s surfable and ordinary in a good way after so much rubbish. That afternoon holds similar with a gentle breeze. Then Thursday 20 August morning keeps it going: clear skies, light north-northwest wind at 6 mph, 4ft north swell at 8 seconds, and the lowest energy reading of 189. It’s not pumping, but it’s clean.
The standout? If you’ve got to pick one window, make it Wednesday 19 August morning. The swell direction is north, which is a little off the optimum north that Arrieta likes, but the light, clean wind and longer 9-second period make it the most appealing session in the whole 16-day run. The break is an advanced reef, inconsistent, and crowds are possible, so pick your moment. That’s the best on offer—don’t expect much else.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Wed afternoon, min 21°C on Tue night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Sat afternoon, min 20°C on Sun night). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | |||||||||||||||
AM | 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) | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 7 | NE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
469 | 418 | 466 | 682 | 634 | 456 | 539 | 554 | 540 | 650 | 563 | 469 | 408 | 353 | 255 | 273 | 281 | 247 | 257 | 265 | 286 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross | cross-off |
High Tide | 6:31AM2.03m | 6:52PM2.05m | 7:30AM1.93m | 8:00PM1.92m | 8:47AM1.88m | 9:29PM1.85m | 10:15AM1.93m | 10:59PM1.91m | 11:32AM2.08m | 00:11AM2.06m | 12:34PM2.30m | 1:08AM2.23m | 1:25PM2.51m | 1:56AM2.36m | |||||||
Low Tide | 12:32PM0.57m | 1:06AM0.56m | 1:36PM0.68m | 2:16AM0.67m | 3:02PM0.72m | 3:45AM0.71m | 4:38PM0.65m | 5:10AM0.62m | 5:55PM0.47m | 6:16AM0.47m | 6:55PM0.26m | 7:09AM0.31m | 7:45PM0.08m | ||||||||
7:16 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | |
— | 8:43 | — | — | 8:42 | — | — | 8:40 | — | — | 8:39 | — | — | 8:38 | — | — | 8:37 | — | — | 8:37 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 21 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 21 |
Feels °C | 18 | 19 | 17 | 20 | 20 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 19 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 8 | WNW 11 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 7 | WNW 7 | NW 11 | WNW 10 | NNW 8 | N 13 |
16 | 44 | 58 | 38 | 37 | 35 | 32 | 32 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 11 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 22 | 85 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 10 | N 12 | NNW 11 | NNW 12 | W 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 12 | N 11 | NNW 10 | — | N 15 | NNW 14 | NW 10 |
26 | 11 | 40 | 27 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 9 | 10 | — | 4 | 40 | 15 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 11 | N 11 | N 11 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 12 | W 12 | NW 11 | — | — | WNW 10 | NW 12 |
2 | 2 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 3 | 5 | — | — | 10 | 6 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 7 | NE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 |
469 | 418 | 466 | 682 | 634 | 456 | 539 | 554 | 540 | 650 | 563 | 469 | 408 | 353 | 255 | 273 | 281 | 247 | 257 | 265 | 286 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 269 | 340 | 269 | 269 | 340 | 269 | 269 | 269 | 383 | 384 | 269 | 383 | 269 | 540 | 384 | 383 | 1547 | 383 | 269 | 530 | 329 |
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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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