Surf Forecasts:
Bonny Hills surf forecast from 19 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 19 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 9s period, SE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 19 Aug, 1PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 10s period, ESE swell with 380 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 19 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 9s period with SE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Bonny Hills this week:
The surf forecast for Bonny Hills over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 19) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 6s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Bonny Hills in the next 16 days are 1.4m 10s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 19) at 1PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.5m 6s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 25) at 7AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10PM (Wed 19th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 10PM (Wed 19th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 1PM (Wed 19th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Bonny Hills over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming together for the Bonny Hills stretch.
Right off the bat, we’ve got a bit of a slow start, but the opening window on Wednesday morning, 19th August, isn’t a total write-off. The swell is a modest 5ft from the ESE with a period of 10 seconds, and the combined energy is sitting at 438 – that’s moderate energy, enough to get you moving. The real kicker is the wind: glassy, from the NE at just 3 mph. That’s about as clean as it gets. The water’s sitting at 66°, which is pretty much bang on average for this time of year, so no surprises there. If you’re keen for a paddle, this is the moment to jump in. The break is a consistent point, exposed to the swell, and the optimum direction is SE – we’re close enough to that with the ESE to make it work. Crowds are only a *sometimes* thing, so you might get a few out, but it’s not a circus.
The rest of the week after that morning is a bit ordinary. Thursday and Friday get mushy, with short-period wind swell and cross-shore winds that just chop it up. The weekend is flat and weak, with combined energy dropping into the 20s and 40s. Not worth waxing the board for.
The next real nod comes on Tuesday morning, 25th August. We get a jump in size to 5ft from the NE, but the period is still short at 6 seconds. The wind is cross-off from the N at 9 mph, and the energy is back up to 343 – that’s moderate. It’s clean, but it’s a pretty average wind swell. It’s surfable, but not a standout.
Now, if you’ve got the patience, the real reward is waiting at the end of the month. Thursday morning, 27th August is where things get serious. The swell jumps to 8ft from the S, with a period of 11 seconds – that’s a proper groundswell. The combined energy skyrockets to 1431, which is strong. But here’s the catch: the wind is from the SW at 12 mph, cross-off, so it’s clean. At 8ft, this is starting to push into expert territory. It’s not for the faint-hearted, and it’s not for beginners. The setup at Bonny Hills is a point break, so that long-period S swell will wrap in nicely, giving you proper lines. This is the best of the entire forecast, but it’s a big one.
If that’s too spicy, the following Monday morning, 31st August is another cracker. The swell is 7ft from the S, period 9 seconds, and the combined energy is 1189. The wind is SW at 9 mph, cross-off, keeping it clean. This is still a solid, powerful swell, and it’s rated excellent for experienced surfers. It’s a big day, but not as intimidating as the 27th.
Then, on Tuesday morning, 1st September, we get another belter. The swell is 6ft from the SE, with a period of 12 seconds – that’s a long period groundswell. The combined energy is 1266, and the wind is light from the SW at 6 mph, cross-off. This is clean, lined up, and powerful. Because it’s a point break, that long period SE swell will be threading beautifully. This is another standout for the strong surfers.
To wrap it up: the best of the best is that Thursday, 27th August morning, with the 8ft S groundswell and clean cross-off wind. The Monday 31st and Tuesday 1st September mornings are also absolute gems for experienced surfers. For the casual surfer, the Wednesday morning, 19th August is your best bet for a clean, manageable session.
Rusty, signing off.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 8mm), mostly falling on Fri night. Warm (max 21°C on Fri morning, min 14°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Sat morning. Warm (max 23°C on Mon morning, min 14°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 19 | Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | SE 9 | E 7 | NE 6 | NNE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | NE 7 | NE 5 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 7 | NE 7 |
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404 | 301 | 155 | 138 | 102 | 134 | 72 | 58 | 56 | 35 | 24 | 29 | 35 | 38 | 40 | 51 | 54 | 87 | 181 | 147 | 126 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | on | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | glassy | cross-off |
High Tide | 1:09PM1.03m | 1:04AM0.82m | 2:03PM1.01m | 1:54AM0.74m | 3:07PM1.01m | 3:03AM0.69m | 4:19PM1.04m | 4:36AM0.69m | 5:22PM1.08m | 5:53AM0.73m | 6:12PM1.14m | 6:42AM0.78m | 6:53PM1.19m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 7:26PM0.47m | 7:10AM0.36m | 8:41PM0.52m | 7:57AM0.40m | 10:26PM0.52m | 8:57AM0.42m | 11:42PM0.47m | 10:08AM0.42m | 00:28AM0.40m | 11:15AM0.39m | 1:04AM0.33m | 12:10PM0.34m | 1:36AM0.26m | ||||||||
6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | |
— | 5:23 | — | — | 5:23 | — | — | 5:24 | — | — | 5:24 | — | — | 5:25 | — | — | 5:27 | — | — | 5:27 | — | |
mm | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 |
Temp °C | 16 | 17 | 16 | 19 | 19 | 16 | 21 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 23 | 20 | 18 | 24 | 21 | 17 |
Feels °C | 14 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 19 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 14 | 16 | 17 | 16 | 20 | 18 | 17 | 21 | 22 | 18 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | SE 9 | E 7 | SE 8 | NE 6 | NE 6 | SE 7 | NE 6 | NE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | NE 7 | S 10 | ENE 9 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 |
404 | 301 | 155 | 138 | 67 | 89 | 51 | 12 | 56 | 35 | 24 | 29 | 35 | 38 | 40 | 51 | 44 | 28 | 118 | 147 | 126 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 10 | S 9 | NE 6 | E 11 | E 10 | SE 7 | SE 7 | E 9 | SE 7 | SSW 5 | S 4 | ENE 9 | S 8 | S 9 | S 9 | S 9 | ESE 5 | S 9 | S 10 | S 10 | S 9 |
30 | 24 | 18 | 9 | 8 | 19 | 13 | 6 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 8 | 12 | 27 | 39 | 24 | 2 | 27 | 29 | 16 | 15 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 15 | — | E 12 | — | — | S 13 | E 10 | S 11 | E 9 | SSE 3 | SE 7 | S 9 | — | SSE 18 | SSE 14 | SE 5 | S 17 | SSE 15 | S 14 | — | S 13 |
4 | — | 3 | — | — | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 6 | — | 34 | 37 | 6 | 6 | 23 | 15 | — | 14 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | NE 6 | NNE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | SSE 3 | — | — | — | SSE 3 | — | — | NNE 4 | NE 5 | NE 6 | NE 6 | — | — |
— | — | — | — | 102 | 134 | 72 | 58 | 3 | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | 22 | 54 | 87 | 181 | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 122 | 0 | 33 | 179 | 0 | 0 | 283 | 5 | 5 | 63 | 0 | 0 | 63 | 0 | 0 | 109 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 0 |
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Information about the Bonny Hills Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Bonny Hills provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Bonny Hills can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Bonny Hills 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 (Bonny Hills) 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 Bonny Hills 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.











