
Surf Forecasts:
Bruces Beauties surf forecast from 4 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 8 Sep, 5AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 9s period, E swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 6 Sep, 8PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 17s period, SSW swell with 7,297 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 8 Sep, 5AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 9s period with E swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Bruces Beauties this week:
The surf forecast for Bruces Beauties over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 08) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.1m and 9s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Bruces Beauties in the next 16 days are 3.5m 17s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Sep 06) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.1m 14s period and expected on Friday (Sep 11) at 2AM.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Tue 8th Sep) | 7ft (2.1m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Tue 8th Sep) | 7ft (2.1m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Sun 6th Sep) | 11ft (3.5m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Bruces Beauties over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s chew the fat on what’s coming down the line.
The first stretch of this 16-day window is a real bummer. We’re talking a full week of nothing good to start. From the 4th through the 7th, it’s all cross-onshore winds, lumpy chop, and just plain ugly. Don’t even bother waxing the board.
The first real chance to get wet is Tuesday, September 8th. Bruce’s Beauties (a reef break) is the one to watch. Tuesday morning is the standout: a clean 6ft swell from the east, and it’s going glassy – that’s a huge win for clean faces. The water temp is 65°, which is totally normal for this time of year, so nothing to worry about. The combined energy is moderate (595), and the 9-second period is fine for the reef. This spot is for advanced surfers, and it’s inconsistent, so don’t expect a wave every minute. But when it’s this glassy, it’s a treat. Just know it can get busy.
Wednesday the 9th is still alright, with a clean 4ft swell from the east and light offshore wind, but the energy is lower (241). Good for a paddle, but not a headline.
The rest of the first week and into the second week is a rollercoaster. The 10th and 11th see the swell drop, then on the 12th we get a massive 10ft SSW groundswell slamming in, but it’s blowing a solid 45 km/h onshore – total mess. That’s a heavy, powerful ocean for experts only, and the wind kills it. The combined energy is a massive 6477, but it’s just not surfable.
The 15th of September has another nice moment. Tuesday afternoon goes glassy again with a 4ft easterly swell – clean, light wind, and the energy is moderate (222). It’s a short 7-second period, so the waves will be a bit fat, but it’s a good session for a quiet surf.
The 17th of September has a long-period SSW groundswell (18 seconds) with a 4ft swell, and it’s clean with offshore wind. The energy is moderate (832). Could be a fun one for the reef, but expect long lulls between sets.
The very end, on the 19th, shows a 6ft S swell, but it’s a marginal call with the wind shifting. Not a standout.
So here’s the call: Tuesday morning, September 8th is your top pick. That glassy, 6ft east swell at Bruce’s is the one to chase. The second best is Tuesday afternoon, September 15th, for a clean, glassy session with smaller waves.
First week is a write-off, but there’s a couple of proper windows if you’re patient.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Mon afternoon, min 15°C on Fri night). Winds increasing (light winds from the ENE on Sat morning, strong winds from the ENE by Sun night). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Wed morning, min 18°C on Wed night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the ENE on Mon night, calm by Tue morning). | ||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 5 | Sunday 6 | Monday 7 | Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | ||||||||||||||
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 8 | SSW 11 | SSW 10 | SSW 10 | SSW 20 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
239 | 541 | 520 | 442 | 3786 | 7256 | 4821 | 2671 | 1733 | 1183 | 492 | 332 | 244 | 295 | 251 | 148 | 154 | 115 | 92 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | glassy | cross | on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross | cross-on |
High Tide | 8:32PM1.18m | 9:46AM1.01m | 10:56PM1.11m | 12:15PM1.10m | 00:44AM1.22m | 1:25PM1.29m | 1:42AM1.37m | 2:10PM1.49m | 2:25AM1.50m | 2:47PM1.65m | 3:02AM1.60m | 3:21PM1.76m | 3:35AM1.65m | ||||||
Low Tide | 3:17AM0.60m | 4:02PM0.65m | 5:47AM0.58m | 6:28PM0.57m | 7:09AM0.42m | 7:37PM0.39m | 7:57AM0.26m | 8:23PM0.23m | 8:35AM0.12m | 9:00PM0.10m | 9:09AM0.02m | 9:35PM0.02m | |||||||
— | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | |
6:04 | — | 6:04 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:06 | — | — | 6:06 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 15 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 25 | 25 | 23 | 28 | 23 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 18 |
Feels °C | 8 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 13 | 16 | 21 | 26 | 24 | 22 | 28 | 20 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 16 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 8 | SSW 11 | SSW 10 | SSW 10 | SSW 20 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | SW 13 | E 10 | SW 16 | SW 14 |
239 | 541 | 520 | 442 | 3786 | 7256 | 4821 | 2671 | 1733 | 842 | 492 | 332 | 244 | 295 | 251 | 321 | 154 | 1532 | 1688 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 10 | WSW 11 | WSW 11 | WSW 10 | SSW 10 | — | — | SSE 13 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 14 | E 10 | SW 12 | E 10 | SE 6 |
173 | 66 | 47 | 58 | 281 | — | — | 59 | 676 | 841 | 591 | 367 | 232 | 145 | 410 | 148 | 212 | 115 | 80 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 8 | E 10 | E 10 | SSW 25 | WSW 10 | — | — | — | SSE 12 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 11 | SW 14 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SW 4 | SE 12 | E 10 |
90 | 16 | 17 | 361 | 36 | — | — | — | 83 | 158 | 112 | 78 | 90 | 169 | 55 | 18 | 16 | 34 | 92 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 5 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 6 | ESE 5 | E 6 | E 6 | E 7 | E 8 | E 9 | — | — | — | — | — | W 5 | SSW 5 | S 5 | — |
55 | 181 | 163 | 108 | 106 | 139 | 365 | 681 | 984 | 1183 | — | — | — | — | — | 99 | 23 | 31 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 642 | 191 | 191 | 588 | 191 | 191 | 552 | 191 | 165 | 173 | 4 | 0 | 134 | 4 | 0 | 19 | 18 | 0 | 0 |
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Information about the Bruces Beauties Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Bruces Beauties provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Bruces Beauties can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Bruces Beauties 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 (Bruces Beauties) 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 Bruces Beauties 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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