Broadbeach Surf Break

Lat Long: 28.01° S 153.43° E

Broadbeach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 am 04 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Broadbeach sea temperature is
20.3° C
0.5° 

Broadbeach surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Broadbeach surf forecast from 4 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 9 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 8s period, E swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 9 Aug, 4PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 10s period, E swell with 306 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 4 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 10s period with ESE swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Broadbeach this week:

The surf forecast for Broadbeach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 04) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.4m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 7s. Another secondary swell of 0.3m and 3s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Broadbeach in the next 16 days are 1.3m 10s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 09) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.8m 4s period and expected on Monday (Aug 10) at 10PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10PM (Tue 4th Aug)1.5ft (0.4m) 10s
Best Surf 1AM (Sun 9th Aug)3.5ft (1.1m) 8s
Most Powerful 4PM (Sun 9th Aug)4.5ft (1.3m) 10s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Broadbeach over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on offer at Broadbeach over the next couple of weeks.

Right off the bat, I gotta be straight with you – the first week is a tough watch. We’ve got a few days of small, weak swell, and the wind is mostly junk. Tuesday morning, the 4th of August, you’ll see a tiny 1ft ESE swell, but with a cross-offshore breeze it’s clean, just very weak. The water temp is sitting at 69°, which is pretty normal for this time of year.

The real story starts to build towards the end of the first week and into the second. Wednesday morning the 5th sees a pulse of 3ft E swell with a 10-second period and clean conditions thanks to a light NW wind. It’s got a bit more push. Nothing to write home about, but it’s a small step up.

Then we get a proper window. Sunday the 9th of August is where things get interesting. The swell is building to 4ft from the east, with a 9-second period, and it’s got some energy. It’s still a bit cross-onshore in the morning, but the afternoon cleans up with a cross-shore wind from the north. The waves are getting some shape, and it’s no longer knee-high. Heading into Monday the 10th, we’ve got the best of the run. The morning is a bit breezy, but Monday afternoon is the standout session. A 4ft swell from the east-northeast, with a solid 9-second period, and a clean offshore wind from the west-northwest at 12 mph. This is the pick of the forecast – clean, offshore lines at Broadbeach.

Tuesday morning the 11th is also worth a mention. The swell drops back to 3ft, but with a glassy wind and some leftover energy, it’ll be a fun, mellow morning. After that, it’s a slow fade. The rest of the week into the 16th and beyond sees the swell drop to 2ft, the wind swings onshore again, and the energy fizzles. From Wednesday the 12th onward, the wind is either cross or cross-onshore, making it a choppy and messy affair. There’s a long gap of poor surf from the 14th of August right through to the end of the outlook.

So, your best bet: Monday afternoon, the 10th of August is the clear winner. Broadbeach will have clean, offshore waves with a touch of strength. The east-northeast swell is a little off the optimum direction, but the quality of the wind and the moderate energy make up for it. Tuesday morning the 11th is a close second for a glassy, small-wave session.

Other than that, it’s mostly a waiting game. The surf is inconsistent, so don’t hold your breath for a long run of good days. This is one of those stretches where you have to pick your moment.

Stay frothy,
Rusty

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Wed morning, min 13°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 19°C on Sat morning, min 14°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light.

Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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0.6
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
31
16
57
122
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33
29
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81
73
54
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306
246
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162
Wind (km/h)
5
NNW
15
NNE
10
WNW
10
NW
15
NNE
10
WNW
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S
10
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10
SW
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SE
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SSW
20
SSE
25
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High Tide
12:48PM1.14m
00:52AM1.17m
1:48PM1.15m
1:43AM1.04m
3:02PM1.18m
2:49AM0.92m
4:24PM1.24m
4:17AM0.84m
5:39PM1.32m
5:43AM0.82m
6:42PM1.42m
6:51AM0.85m
7:36PM1.50m
Low Tide
6:51PM0.44m
7:19AM0.32m
7:53PM0.50m
8:05AM0.32m
9:15PM0.54m
9:01AM0.31m
11:05PM0.53m
10:09AM0.31m
00:36AM0.47m
11:26AM0.28m
1:40AM0.39m
12:37PM0.24m
2:30AM0.33m
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Information about the Broadbeach Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Broadbeach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Broadbeach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Broadbeach 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 (Broadbeach) 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 Broadbeach 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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