Surf Forecasts:
Bird Rock surf forecast from 21 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 22 Aug, 7PM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 15s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 22 Aug, 1PM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 14s period, SW swell with 6,656 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 22 Aug, 7PM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 15s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Bird Rock this week:
The surf forecast for Bird Rock over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 22) at 7PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.2m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 21s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Bird Rock in the next 16 days are 4.0m 14s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 22) at 1PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 3s period and expected on Monday (Aug 24) at 7AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7PM (Sat 22nd Aug) | 7ft (2.2m) 15s |
| Best Surf | 7PM (Sat 22nd Aug) | 7ft (2.2m) 15s |
| Most Powerful | 1PM (Sat 22nd Aug) | 13ft (4.0m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Bird Rock over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here, let’s talk about what’s in store for Bird Rock. This is a solid reef setup that takes a good SW swell and lines it up nicely, especially with the right wind. The good news is we’ve got a run of waves coming your way, but you’ll need to pick your moments.
The first wave action kicks off on Saturday, August 22. The morning will have a clean 8.2ft SW swell, but honestly, it’s a bit of a tricky one. The wind is a cross-off at 15.5 mph, which is strong enough to put a bit of a bump on it. The combined energy is strong (4119), but the conditions are marginal. The afternoon sees a much bigger 13.1ft SW swell, but the wind goes cross-shore, making it a messy, powerful beast. This is for experts only.
Sunday, August 23 is a much better story. The morning drops to a manageable 4.9ft SW swell, and the wind switches to a light offshore from the NW at 6.2 mph. The wave energy is moderate (1218), but the conditions are clean. This is a solid window for a session. The afternoon stays clean with a 5.2ft SW swell and a long 16-second period, making for some real quality lines. The wind is light and cross-off; it’s a good time to be out.
Monday, August 24 is a bit of a letdown. The swell drops to 3.9ft in the morning, and the wind is cross-off, but the energy is weak (606). The afternoon is smaller still at 3.0ft, with a light offshore wind that makes it clean, but it’s a small wave day.
The best of the whole forecast lands on Friday, August 28. The morning session is the standout: a 4.3ft SW swell, but with a very long 17-second period, pushing a moderate wave energy (1062). The wind is a clean offshore 9.3 mph from the WNW. The reef will be handling that long-period groundswell beautifully, and the setup will be fast, hollow, and clean. This is the one to circle on your calendar.
Sunday, August 30 brings a bigger pulse, but it’s a bit of a mixed bag. The morning has a 4.6ft SSW swell with a very long 19-second period, but the cross-on wind puts a chop on it. The afternoon sees a solid 8.2ft SSW swell, again with a very long period, but the wind remains cross-on. The energy is strong (4033), but the surface is bumpy. It’s powerful, but not the cleanest.
Monday, August 31 is a sweet spot. The morning is glassy with a 5.6ft SSW swell and a 16-second period. That’s a beautiful combo for the reef – clean, powerful, and with that long-period energy creating some proper walls. The combined energy is moderate (1356). If you can get out there early, it’ll be worth the paddle.
The first week of September keeps the swell alive. Tuesday, September 1 has a strong 6.2ft SW swell in the morning, but with a 12.4 mph cross-off wind, it’s still rideable. The afternoon is ruined by strong onshore winds.
Friday, September 4 is another deep run. The morning has a 6.6ft SSW swell with a 15-second period, clean offshore winds from the W at 9.3 mph, and a moderate wave energy (1648). This is a serious session for experienced surfers, with plenty of grunt.
The final weekend, September 6, fades out with a 4.3ft SW swell and a 16-second period, but the cross-off wind keeps it clean enough for a last look.
So, to wrap it up: the absolute best on offer is Friday, August 28 morning for that clean, long-period groundswell. The second best is Monday, August 31 morning for the glassy conditions and solid swell. The rest of the days are either too big, too small, or too windy to be perfect. Choose your windows wisely.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Mon afternoon, min 8°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Very mild (max 17°C on Thu afternoon, min 11°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SW 16 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SSW 12 | SW 13 | SSW 13 | SW 13 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 19 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
675 | 2121 | 6505 | 1576 | 877 | 1224 | 942 | 597 | 268 | 376 | 581 | 382 | 255 | 169 | 245 | 108 | 103 | 238 | 1111 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | cross-off | cross | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross-off | off | off |
High Tide | 6:00AM1.66m | 5:19PM1.62m | 6:47AM1.56m | 5:50PM1.52m | 7:46AM1.48m | 6:27PM1.43m | 9:06AM1.44m | 7:25PM1.34m | 10:33AM1.47m | 9:05PM1.28m | 11:36AM1.55m | 10:46PM1.32m | |||||||
Low Tide | 11:24PM0.30m | 11:40AM0.86m | 00:01AM0.39m | 12:19PM0.97m | 00:44AM0.47m | 1:11PM1.07m | 1:38AM0.55m | 2:36PM1.14m | 2:51AM0.60m | 4:31PM1.11m | 4:11AM0.61m | 5:46PM1.00m | |||||||
— | 7:00 | — | — | 6:58 | — | — | 6:56 | — | — | 6:56 | — | — | 6:54 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | |
— | — | 5:51 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:53 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:55 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 12 | 14 | 14 | 10 | 13 | 16 | 12 | 17 | 18 | 14 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 17 | 13 |
Feels °C | 8 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 10 | 13 | 10 | 14 | 16 | 12 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 14 | 15 | 10 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SSW 12 | SW 13 | SSW 13 | SW 13 | SSW 11 | SSW 12 | SW 13 | SSW 10 | SSW 11 | SW 14 | SW 19 |
675 | 1976 | 2215 | 1576 | 877 | 1224 | 942 | 597 | 268 | 376 | 581 | 382 | 166 | 129 | 245 | 52 | 78 | 238 | 1111 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 8 | SW 24 | SW 22 | SW 20 | SW 18 | SW 16 | S 15 | W 21 | SW 15 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SE 5 | SE 5 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 21 | SW 13 |
45 | 22 | 18 | 134 | 316 | 511 | 17 | 9 | 75 | 12 | 281 | 129 | 255 | 20 | 10 | 108 | 103 | 117 | 321 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | S 18 | — | — | — | SW 20 | S 14 | — | — | ESE 5 | SW 14 | SSW 18 | SE 5 | SE 5 | SE 4 | — |
— | — | — | — | 25 | — | — | — | 15 | 32 | — | — | 19 | 169 | 31 | 8 | 3 | 1 | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 3 | SW 13 | SW 14 | — | — | — | — | NNE 3 | NNE 4 | — | — | ESE 3 | — | ESE 5 | — | — | — | — | — |
2 | 2121 | 6505 | — | — | — | — | 3 | 2 | — | — | 2 | — | 36 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 31 | 31 | 14 | 3 | 74 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Information about the Bird Rock Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Bird Rock provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Bird Rock can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Bird Rock 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 (Bird Rock) 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 Bird Rock 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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