Surf Forecasts:
Broadway surf forecast from 1 Sep 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 2 Sep, 11PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 10s period, ESE swell with 157 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Broadway this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Broadway in the next 16 days are 0.9m 10s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 02) 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 0.8m 4s period and expected on Wednesday (Sep 02) at 5PM.
| Wave Type | Time (EDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Wed 2nd Sep) | 3ft (0.9m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Broadway over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the menu for the next couple of weeks down at Broadway. Straight up, I gotta be honest with you – the surf outlook is, well, pretty flat. We’re looking at a long, frustrating stretch of tiny, weak waves that just aren’t going to do much for anyone. The good news is this is a fairly consistent spot, so this kind of blank run isn't the norm, and forecasts can change. But for now, we’re in a drought.
The first real recommendation comes in on Tuesday, September 2nd. We’ve got a small 2 ft swell from the SE, with a period of 11 seconds. The wind is a cross-offshore from the NE, which will keep the surface clean, but the combined energy is only 78 (moderate wave energy). It’s a real knee-slapper, not worth paddling out for unless you're desperate for a float.
The rest of the first week is more of the same. Wednesday morning, September 3rd, turns glassy – a big positive for conditions – but the swell is even smaller at 1 ft, and the energy is a meager 49. By Friday, September 5th, we get a bit of offshore wind from the NNW, which is great for a clean face, but the swell is just 0.6 ft with an energy of 7. It’s a total flat spell.
The second week doesn’t bring any relief. We see a slight bump on Saturday, September 13th, with a 2 ft swell from the S and a glassy period on Sunday afternoon, but the combined energy is still weak at 35 and 24, respectively. The biggest numbers come on Monday, September 15th, with a 2 ft SSE swell pushing the energy up to 90, but the wind is onshore, making it choppy and messy.
So, what’s the standout? Honestly, there isn’t one. The best of a bad bunch is probably the glassy morning on Wednesday, September 3rd, if you’ve got a longboard and no expectations. Even then, the 1 ft swell and 49 energy (weak) mean you’ll be scratching for any kind of ride. For the experts, there’s nothing here that’s even close to 5 ft, so take it easy. The only upside is that the water temp is about average for this time of year, so you won’t need a winter suit.
Truth is, for the entire 16-day window, the surf is just too small and weak to get excited about. If you’re a kite surfer, the onshore winds on the 12th and 14th might offer a bit more interest, but for paddle surfing, it’s a stay-at-home kind of forecast.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Wed night. Warm (max 31°C on Tue night, min 23°C on Wed morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 26mm), heaviest during Fri night. Warm (max 32°C on Thu night, min 18°C on Sun morning). Winds increasing (light winds from the SW on Fri night, fresh winds from the NNE by Sun morning). | ||||||||||||||||||
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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) | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 12 | SE 11 | SE 10 | SE 9 | SE 9 | SE 9 | S 5 | SSE 6 | SE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | S 6 | SE 9 | SE 9 | E 6 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 8 | 8 | 7 | 52 | 73 | 61 | 31 | 29 | 27 | 11 | 12 | 10 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 23 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | cross-on | on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | glassy | on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 10:55PM1.51m | 11:21AM1.64m | 11:39PM1.41m | 12:09PM1.64m | 00:30AM1.31m | 1:06PM1.63m | 1:33AM1.23m | 2:13PM1.62m | 2:49AM1.18m | 3:27PM1.62m | 4:08AM1.20m | 4:40PM1.67m | |||||||
Low Tide | 4:52AM0.05m | 5:33PM0.16m | 5:35AM0.08m | 6:30PM0.21m | 6:26AM0.13m | 7:35PM0.25m | 7:26AM0.18m | 8:47PM0.26m | 8:35AM0.20m | 9:59PM0.23m | 9:48AM0.19m | 11:06PM0.17m | |||||||
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 | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — |
 | 7:31 | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:29 | — | — | 7:27 | — | — | 7:25 | — | — | 7:23 | — | — | 7:22 | — |
mm | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 2 | 2 | — | 6 | — | 1 | 19 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 25 | 26 | 30 | 31 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 29 | 32 | 26 | 30 | 28 | 23 | 26 | 25 | 20 | 21 | 21 |
Feels °C | 27 | 29 | 31 | 32 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 28 | 32 | 34 | 28 | 31 | 30 | 21 | 24 | 22 | 15 | 15 | 17 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 7 | S 4 | SE 11 | SE 10 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | S 5 | SSE 6 | S 6 | E 7 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | SE 8 | SE 9 | SE 9 | E 6 |
| kJ | 8 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 73 | 61 | 26 | 19 | 11 | 10 | 12 | 7 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 23 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | SE 8 | SE 12 | S 5 | S 5 | SE 9 | SE 9 | SE 9 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | ESE 8 | E 6 | NE 4 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 | SE 9 |
| kJ | — | — | 3 | 52 | 5 | 5 | 31 | 29 | 27 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SE 15 | SE 13 | — | — | — | S 4 | S 4 | — | E 6 | E 6 | E 7 | S 3 | — | S 6 | E 8 | — | — | E 9 |
| kJ | — | 8 | 7 | — | — | — | 2 | 1 | — | 6 | 3 | 8 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | 7 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 2 | SSW 3 | S 3 | — | ENE 3 | ENE 4 | — | — | S 4 | WNW 3 | — | — | — | NE 3 | — | NNE 3 | NE 5 | ENE 6 | — |
| kJ | 1 | 1 | 2 | — | 8 | 19 | — | — | 1 | 3 | — | — | — | 3 | — | 6 | 27 | 42 | — |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 372 | 372 | 401 | 1 | 242 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 36 | 38 | 36 | 105 | 236 | 562 | 1008 | 657 | 1515 | 504 | 27 |
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The above surf forecast table for Broadway provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Broadway can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Broadway 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 (Broadway) 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 Broadway 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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