
Surf Forecasts:
Black Rocks Jetty surf forecast from 13 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 15 Sep, 7PM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 16s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 16 Sep, 7PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period, S swell with 3,376 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 14 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 14s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Black Rocks Jetty this week:
The surf forecast for Black Rocks Jetty over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 14) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.7m and 14s period. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Black Rocks Jetty in the next 16 days are 3.0m 14s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 16) at 7PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.8m 7s period and expected on Wednesday (Sep 16) at 7PM.
| Wave Type | Time (+04) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Mon 14th Sep) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 7PM (Tue 15th Sep) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 7PM (Wed 16th Sep) | 10ft (3.0m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Black Rocks Jetty over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let’s talk about Black Rocks Jetty. The water temp is 75°F, which is pretty standard for this time of year, nothing weird going on.
We’ve got some swell on the way starting Sunday the 13th. You’ve got a 6ft SSW groundswell with a very long 16-second period, packing a bunch of energy (1857). But the wind’s blowing cross-onshore, so it’s going to be choppy. Not the best start.
Monday the 14th is a write-off – smaller swell and onshore wind.
The real show starts Tuesday the 15th. The morning is still a little off, but Tuesday afternoon is a standout. We’re looking at 6ft of SSW groundswell (17-second period) and a glassy surface. The energy is strong at 2671. This is excellent surf for experienced folks who know what they’re doing.
Wednesday the 16th brings some size. The morning has an 8ft SSW groundswell with a 15-second period – that’s big and a bit unruly with onshore wind. The afternoon cleans up with a 8ft SSW swell and offshore NE wind at just 3 mph. For the experienced crew, that’s some raw, clean power.
Thursday the 17th stays glassy with a 5ft S swell. Nice, manageable, and clean.
We hit a bit of a slow patch on Friday and Saturday the 18th and 19th. The swell drops off, but the wind stays light.
Swell picks back up Sunday the 20th and Monday the 21st, though it's smaller at 3ft to 4ft with clean, glassy conditions. Good for logging.
In the second week, things look good again. Thursday the 24th is a big call. The afternoon shows a 5ft SSW groundswell with a very long 20-second period, and the energy is huge at 2022. The wind is onshore, so it won't be perfect, but that long-period groundswell will wrap deep onto the reef. Keep an eye on it.
Friday the 25th brings a 7ft SSW swell, but the wind is cross-onshore again, making it bumpy.
The forecast wraps up with a strong finish on Sunday the 27th. The afternoon session has a 6ft SSW groundswell with glassy conditions and solid energy (1257). Excellent for the experienced surfer.
Finally, Monday the 28th stays clean and glassy with a 5ft SW swell. A solid, consistent way to end the run.
This spot is very consistent. The main windows are Tuesday the 15th afternoon, and that Sunday the 27th afternoon. Get on it.
- Rusty
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Mon morning, min 20°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Fri morning, min 20°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Sun 13 | Monday 14 | Tuesday 15 | Wednesday 16 | Thursday 17 | Friday 18 | Saturday 19 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SSW 13 | SSE 8 | SW 18 | SSW 17 | S 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | S 13 | S 12 | S 12 | S 11 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
1857 | 1261 | 907 | 796 | 438 | 1263 | 1515 | 2055 | 2999 | 2350 | 1462 | 878 | 488 | 409 | 257 | 249 | 306 | 326 | 355 | 341 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | glassy | glassy | on | off | off | glassy | glassy | glassy | cross-on | glassy | glassy | on | cross-off | cross-on |
High Tide | 2:16AM0.52m | 2:18PM0.53m | 2:40AM0.47m | 2:31PM0.50m | 3:01AM0.42m | 2:43PM0.47m | 3:20AM0.36m | 2:53PM0.44m | 3:39AM0.31m | 2:54PM0.40m | 3:58AM0.26m | 1:28PM0.37m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 8:14PM0.10m | 8:17AM0.14m | 8:40PM0.12m | 8:34AM0.18m | 9:05PM0.14m | 8:41AM0.22m | 9:29PM0.18m | 8:31AM0.25m | 9:55PM0.21m | 7:43AM0.27m | 11:20PM0.25m | 5:36AM0.26m | ||||||||
— | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | |
6:12 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:14 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 23 |
Feels °C | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 23 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 24 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SSW 13 | S 8 | SW 18 | SSW 17 | S 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | S 13 | S 12 | S 12 | S 11 | S 11 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 |
1857 | 1261 | 907 | 796 | 228 | 1263 | 1515 | 2055 | 2999 | 2350 | 1462 | 878 | 488 | 409 | 257 | 152 | 306 | 326 | 355 | 341 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | S 23 | SSW 22 | SW 12 | S 9 | S 10 | SSW 16 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 10 | NE 7 | SW 13 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 11 | S 10 | S 10 | NE 10 | NE 11 |
— | — | 11 | 45 | 347 | 251 | 464 | 1787 | 12 | 36 | 33 | 17 | 140 | 19 | 33 | 72 | 106 | 48 | 37 | 56 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | SW 19 | SW 12 | NE 6 | — | — | — | — | ENE 10 | NE 7 | ENE 10 | SW 19 | SW 18 | NE 11 | NE 10 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 |
— | — | — | — | 384 | 172 | 21 | — | — | — | — | 9 | 30 | 10 | 58 | 249 | 55 | 37 | 28 | 26 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | SSE 3 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SSE 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | 9 | 438 | 578 | 692 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
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Information about the Black Rocks Jetty Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Black Rocks Jetty provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Black Rocks Jetty can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Black Rocks Jetty 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 (Black Rocks Jetty) 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 Black Rocks Jetty 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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