
Surf Forecasts:
Austinmer Beach surf forecast from 10 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 13 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 9s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 13 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 9s period, S swell with 828 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 11 Aug, 7PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 10s period with S swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Austinmer Beach this week:
The surf forecast for Austinmer Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 11) at 7PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.4m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 10s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Austinmer Beach in the next 16 days are 2.3m 9s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 13) 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 1.0m 4s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 11) at 4AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7PM (Tue 11th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 10AM (Thu 13th Aug) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Thu 13th Aug) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Austinmer Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here, checking in with the surf outlook for Austinmer Beach. Let's get into it.
The next couple of weeks are a bit of a mixed bag, with a clear standout early on, then a long stretch of small or messy conditions before a solid pulse arrives a full week later.
Right now, the water is sitting at 64°, which is pretty much spot on for this time of year, no surprises there.
The first real action kicks off on Monday the 10th. It's not perfect, but we've got a clean 5-foot swell pushing in from the ENE with a moderate 9 second period. The combined energy is moderate (407), and with a fresh offshore breeze from the NW, it'll be a bit bumpy but ridable. This is a beginner-friendly break, so it's a good option for the learners, but the wind will keep it from being a standout.
Thursday the 13th is a big day, but not for the faint-hearted. The morning brings a solid 8-foot S swell, and while the wind is light and cross-offshore, the combined energy is huge (1268). That's a powerful swell, and for a beach break like this, it's going to be too big for most. Only for the experts who know what they're doing out there.
Friday the 14th is the real gem. The morning session is looking glassy – total glass-off with a light SSE breeze. The swell drops back to a clean 4-foot from the south, with a solid 9 second period and moderate energy (249). The conditions are perfect, the waves will be clean, and it's a great size for a fun session. This is the one to point your board at. Crowds are sometimes a thing here, but with conditions this good, you might have some company.
After that, things go quiet. From Friday afternoon all the way through to Monday the 24th, it's a long stretch of small, weak, and messy surf. You'll see onshore winds, short-period slop, and combined energy figures dropping below 100 at times. It's a long gap of mostly poor conditions, with a few small, surfable moments but nothing worth getting excited about.
Then, on Tuesday the 25th, a late pulse of swell arrives. We're looking at a 6-foot south swell, with a nice gentle offshore from the NW cleaning it up. The combined energy is strong (709), and the report says "very good surf conditions". This is a promising one, but it's a long way out, so keep your fingers crossed. The size is manageable for most, and the offshore wind will make for some excellent waves.
So, to wrap it up: Friday the 14th morning is your best bet – glassy, clean, fun waves. If you're an expert, the big swell on the 13th could be a rush. The late pulse on the 25th is worth watching, but don't hold your breath.
Rusty out.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Mon afternoon. Very mild (max 19°C on Tue morning, min 10°C on Tue night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the W on Mon night, light winds from the NW by Tue night). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Sat morning. Very mild (max 16°C on Fri morning, min 9°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Mon 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | Sunday 16 | ||||||||||||||
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) | ENE 9 | ENE 10 | S 12 | S 10 | S 10 | S 9 | S 9 | S 8 | S 9 | S 8 | S 7 | S 9 | S 8 | S 7 | S 6 | SSE 6 | SSE 6 | S 6 | S 7 | S 11 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
404 | 164 | 235 | 514 | 296 | 173 | 97 | 45 | 828 | 368 | 134 | 225 | 195 | 97 | 97 | 82 | 98 | 130 | 171 | 79 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | off | glassy | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 6:08PM1.67m | 7:01AM1.10m | 7:01PM1.73m | 7:50AM1.17m | 7:50PM1.75m | 8:36AM1.23m | 8:37PM1.72m | 9:19AM1.29m | 9:21PM1.63m | 10:01AM1.32m | 10:04PM1.51m | 10:42AM1.34m | 10:47PM1.35m | |||||||
Low Tide | 1:02AM0.05m | 12:29PM0.28m | 1:50AM-0.01m | 1:23PM0.23m | 2:34AM-0.04m | 2:14PM0.20m | 3:15AM-0.02m | 3:03PM0.20m | 3:53AM0.03m | 3:52PM0.23m | 4:29AM0.10m | 4:42PM0.28m | ||||||||
— | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | |
5:21 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:23 | — | — | 5:24 | — | — | 5:25 | — | |
mm | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
Temp °C | 12 | 14 | 19 | 18 | 12 | 19 | 17 | 13 | 16 | 15 | 11 | 16 | 16 | 13 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 16 | 15 | 15 |
Feels °C | 5 | 7 | 13 | 13 | 6 | 15 | 12 | 8 | 11 | 11 | 7 | 13 | 13 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 9 | ENE 10 | S 12 | S 10 | S 10 | S 9 | S 9 | S 8 | S 9 | S 8 | S 7 | S 9 | S 8 | S 7 | ENE 9 | S 8 | SSE 13 | SSE 12 | SSE 12 | S 11 |
404 | 164 | 235 | 514 | 296 | 173 | 97 | 45 | 404 | 368 | 134 | 225 | 195 | 97 | 17 | 31 | 55 | 27 | 46 | 79 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 13 | E 14 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 10 | ENE 9 | ENE 10 | ENE 9 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 9 | SSE 19 | ENE 9 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | S 6 |
3 | 4 | 83 | 72 | 49 | 50 | 31 | 29 | 31 | 29 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 35 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 18 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | S 7 | NE 9 | — | S 14 | — | E 13 | S 16 | S 19 | ENE 10 | S 18 | SSE 21 | SSE 21 | SE 8 | SSE 15 | S 19 | SSE 17 | S 15 | ENE 10 |
— | — | 27 | 19 | — | 4 | — | 3 | 5 | 7 | 30 | 6 | 43 | 85 | 2 | 22 | 7 | 27 | 5 | 10 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 4 | WSW 4 | W 4 | — | W 4 | NW 2 | W 3 | WSW 3 | S 9 | — | — | — | — | — | S 6 | SSE 6 | SSE 6 | S 6 | S 7 | ESE 4 |
26 | 19 | 6 | — | 14 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 828 | — | — | — | — | — | 97 | 82 | 98 | 130 | 171 | 17 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 53 | 174 | 66 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 41 | 0 | 0 | 34 | 0 | 101 | 129 | 7 | 29 | 120 | 142 |
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The above surf forecast table for Austinmer Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Austinmer Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Austinmer Beach 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 (Austinmer Beach) 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 Austinmer Beach 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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