Atalaia (Molhes) Surf Break

Lat Long: 26.92° S 48.64° W

Atalaia (Molhes) Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 2 pm 13 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Atalaia (Molhes) sea temperature is
19.2° C
0.8° 

Atalaia (Molhes) surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Atalaia (Molhes) surf forecast from 13 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Friday 14 Aug, 6PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 13s period, SE swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 17 Aug, 6PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 9s period, ENE swell with 383 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 13 Aug, 9PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 13s period with SE swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Atalaia (Molhes) this week:

The surf forecast for Atalaia (Molhes) over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 13) at 9PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 4s. Another secondary swell of 0.6m and 4s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Atalaia (Molhes) in the next 16 days are 1.6m 9s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 17) at 6PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 5s period and expected on Friday (Aug 14) at 12AM.

Wave TypeTime (-03) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 9PM (Thu 13th Aug)2.5ft (0.8m) 13s
Best Surf 6PM (Fri 14th Aug)3ft (0.9m) 13s
Most Powerful 6PM (Mon 17th Aug)5ft (1.6m) 9s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Atalaia (Molhes) over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

G’day, Rusty here. Let’s break down what’s in store for Atalaia (Molhes) over the next couple of weeks.

The forecast’s got a quiet start, but a couple of sessions are absolute crackers. The water’s around 67°, pretty much normal for this time of year.

Thursday August 13th gets us going with a small but clean 3-foot swell (SE, 15-second period). The breeze is a light cross-off from the SSW at 3 mph, so the surface is real clean. Moderate energy (373) for the size. This break can have a crowd sometimes, but a small swell like this might keep it quiet.

Friday the 14th is a two-session day. Morning’s tiny, just 2 feet, glassy as glass. The afternoon brings a 3-foot SE swell, still 14-second period, with dead calm winds. That’s pure, clean, soul-surfing conditions. Energy is 359.

Saturday the 15th – get in early. The morning has a 4-foot ESE swell (8-second period) and a light NNW cross-off at 6 mph. It’s clean enough (energy 281). The arvo turns onshore and messy.

From Sunday the 16th through Tuesday the 18th, the quality is poor. Most of it’s onshore or choppy, with short-period, weak swells. Tuesday morning the 18th is the only window – 5-foot E swell, 9 seconds, and a light NW cross-off at 3 mph. Clean, but nothing special.

There’s a real lull from the arvo of Tuesday the 18th all the way to Friday the 21st. The swell drops to 3 to 4 feet, but the wind’s all over the place and the energy’s weak. Friday morning on the 21st has a solid offshore from the W at 12 mph, but the swell is just 4 feet with a 6-second period – more wind than wave. The weekend of the 22nd and 23rd is flat with less than 1 foot of swell. A proper break.

Now, the big moments. Tuesday the 25th of August is the real standout. Morning sees 5 feet of SE swell, 8-second period, clean with a light SSW cross-off (energy 385). Good fun. But the afternoon is the one – 8 feet of SSE swell, 8-second period, clean with light cross-off, and a massive energy reading of 921. That’s strong, heavy surf. Beginners should stay away; this is for the experienced crew. It’ll be hollow and punchy.

Then, Thursday the 27th of August, early session: 7 feet of ESE swell (8-second period), light NW cross-off. The energy is 1067 – that’s serious power. Again, expert-level only. Clean, but the short period will make it peaky and fast.

The tail end of the month, Friday the 28th, gives a clean 4-foot swell on the morning, but nothing special after that.

Best on offer? No question – Tuesday afternoon the 25th of August at Atalaia (Molhes) – 8 feet of clean, punchy swell. Second best is Thursday morning the 27th – 7 feet with clean winds, but it’s a long way out, so don’t bank on it just yet.

Catch ya, Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Heavy rain (total 69mm), heaviest during Fri night. Very mild (max 19°C on Thu afternoon, min 17°C on Thu afternoon). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 29°C on Wed morning, min 17°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light.

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14
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
377
205
142
257
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279
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316
324
374
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268
281
249
176
140
113
Wind (km/h)
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5
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5
SSE
5
SSE
5
SSW
15
ENE
10
NE
10
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10
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10
NE
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NNW
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High Tide
3:33PM1.04m
3:07AM1.08m
3:53PM1.02m
3:39AM1.09m
4:14PM0.98m
4:10AM1.07m
4:38PM0.94m
4:45AM1.00m
5:05PM0.88m
5:31AM0.91m
5:43PM0.82m
00:16AM0.44m
6:33AM0.83m
12:03PM0.57m
6:33PM0.76m
Low Tide
9:46PM0.38m
9:59AM0.08m
10:10PM0.39m
10:29AM0.17m
10:31PM0.40m
11:01AM0.28m
10:48PM0.41m
11:47AM0.39m
10:43PM0.42m
12:45PM0.48m
10:37PM0.43m
10:30AM0.56m
1:29PM0.56m
10:55PM0.45m
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Information about the Atalaia (Molhes) Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Atalaia (Molhes) provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Atalaia (Molhes) can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Atalaia (Molhes) 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 (Atalaia (Molhes)) 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 Atalaia (Molhes) 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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