
Surf Forecasts:
Blacks Beach surf forecast from 2 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 8 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 18s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 8 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 16s period, SSW swell with 487 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 2 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 13s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Blacks Beach this week:
The surf forecast for Blacks Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 02) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.5m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Blacks Beach in the next 16 days are 1.0m 16s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 08) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 12s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 02) at 5PM.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Sun 2nd Aug) | 1.5ft (0.5m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Sat 8th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 18s |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Sat 8th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Blacks Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Gather 'round, mates, Rusty here. I’ve taken a hard look at the charts for Blacks Beach over the next couple of weeks, and I gotta be straight with ya – it’s a tough run. We’ve got a long stretch of tiny, weak waves ahead, so don't be in a rush to grab your board.
The first week is a real bummer. From Sunday the 2nd right through to Sunday the 16th of August, we’re looking at almost nothing but poor surf conditions. The swell is hanging around a pathetic 1 ft to 2 ft, mostly out of the SW, with some brief hiccups of 3 ft. The combined swell energy is mostly moderate, sitting between 117 and 196, which is just enough to know the ocean is still there, but not enough to surf. Winds are mostly light offshore or cross-onshore, so the water will be clean, but there’s just no power behind it. It’s heartbreaking, really. On the 7th and 8th of August, the swell period does climb up to a long 17 to 19 seconds, hinting at some groundswell energy, but the height is still only 2 ft to 3 ft, so it’s all show and no go. The energy numbers spike up into the 400s and 500s during that window, but with such small waves, it’s just teasing us.
Things get a little more interesting towards the end of the second week. The standout window is on Friday the 14th of August. The morning shows a 2 ft SSW swell with a very long 18-second period, and the combined energy jumps to 537 – that’s moderate-to-strong energy. Then the afternoon looks even better: 4 ft of SW swell at 18 seconds, and the energy hits 831, which is strong. The wind is offshore from the W at 6 mph in the afternoon, which is a major plus for clean surf. This is a serious groundswell pulse, and for Blacks Beach, which is an exposed point break that loves a good WNW or SW groundswell, this could shape up real nice. The long period is best for this setup. Keep in mind, this is a long-range call, so it’s promising but not locked in. If it holds, Friday afternoon is your best shot. The water is much warmer than normal for this time of year at 76°, so you can ditch the thick suit.
After that, the weekend of the 15th and 16th of August sees the swell drop back to 3 ft to 3 ft with 15-16 second periods and lighter wind, but it’s still only marginal. It’s not bad, but it’s not the standout.
So here’s the bottom line: the first week and a half is a total write-off. Don't bother. Focus on Friday the 14th of August for a real chance at some clean, long-period waves at Blacks Beach. It’s an advanced spot, and when it’s on, it’s on. But with such a long dry spell before it, the crowds are likely to be thick when that pulse hits. Keep your eyes on the forecast.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Sun morning, min 20°C on Sun morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Wed morning, min 20°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SSW 19 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 |
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89 | 87 | 82 | 80 | 91 | 91 | 115 | 107 | 104 | 128 | 125 | 158 | 111 | 140 | 126 | 292 | 205 | 438 | 336 | 366 | 481 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | on | glassy | on | on | on | on | on | glassy | cross-on | on | glassy | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 12:30PM1.41m | 11:57PM1.40m | 1:02PM1.47m | 00:49AM1.18m | 1:42PM1.53m | 2:06AM0.96m | 2:32PM1.58m | 4:22AM0.83m | 3:38PM1.65m | 6:54AM0.89m | 4:52PM1.74m | 7:58AM1.00m | 6:02PM1.87m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 6:13PM0.58m | 6:25AM0.24m | 7:15PM0.55m | 6:51AM0.40m | 8:36PM0.51m | 7:21AM0.57m | 10:17PM0.39m | 8:01AM0.72m | 11:49PM0.20m | 9:25AM0.85m | 00:56AM-0.00m | 11:16AM0.88m | 1:47AM-0.18m | ||||||||
6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | |
— | 7:46 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | 7:44 | — | — | 7:43 | — | — | 7:42 | — | — | 7:40 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 23 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 |
Feels °C | 24 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 7 | W 6 | W 9 | W 6 | W 6 | W 5 | W 6 | W 6 | W 5 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 |
33 | 30 | 54 | 28 | 25 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 17 | 128 | 125 | 158 | 111 | 140 | 106 | 168 | 147 | 438 | 336 | 366 | 481 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 12 | S 12 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | W 5 | SW 12 | W 5 | WNW 5 | WNW 5 | SSW 18 | SSW 19 | SSW 19 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SSW 12 | SW 12 |
75 | 75 | 82 | 80 | 80 | 53 | 115 | 107 | 104 | 14 | 34 | 11 | 8 | 8 | 126 | 292 | 205 | 122 | 89 | 94 | 72 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 14 | SW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | S 9 | S 9 | S 12 | SSW 20 | W 5 | W 12 | W 5 | W 15 | SSW 9 | W 14 | SSW 9 |
89 | 87 | 46 | 23 | 91 | 91 | 35 | 36 | 61 | 30 | 6 | 6 | 25 | 82 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 17 | 16 | 16 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 5 | — | — | — | — | — | WNW 5 | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 14 | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 27 | 27 | 0 | 27 | 27 | 8 | 27 | 27 | 0 | 27 | 27 | 0 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 145 | 27 | 89 | 27 | 291 | 5 |
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Information about the Blacks Beach Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Blacks Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Blacks Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Blacks 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 (Blacks 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 Blacks 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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