Bruces Beauties Surf Break

Lat Long: 34.18° S 24.85° E

Bruces Beauties Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 am 26 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Bruces Beauties sea temperature is
15.9°C
2.9° 

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


Bruces Beauties surf forecast from 26 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Friday 28 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 12s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 26 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 16s period, S swell with 5,647 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 28 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 12s period with S 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 Friday (Aug 28) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.7m and 12s period with a secondary swell of 1.7m and 9s. 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 16s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 26) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 5.0m 14s period and expected on Tuesday (Sep 01) at 11PM.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 2AM (Fri 28th Aug)5.5ft (1.7m) 12s
Best Surf 2AM (Fri 28th Aug)5.5ft (1.7m) 12s
Most Powerful 2PM (Wed 26th Aug)11ft (3.5m) 16s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, surfers, Rusty here with a look at what's coming our way for Bruces Beauties.

We’re looking at a real mixed bag over the next couple of weeks. The first half of the forecast is pretty quiet, but there's a pulse of energy trying to show up later. Let’s break it down.

Right now, for the 26th of August, it’s a no-go. We’ve got a big 12ft south swell rolling in, which sounds juicy, but the wind is screaming from the east at 19 mph. That’s turning it into a lumpy, messy onshore wind mess. The wave energy is massive (5609), but it’s all wasted. This one is for the kite surfers if anyone’s keen.

We start to see some improvement from the 27th through to the 1st of September, but it’s small and inconsistent. Swell drops from 7ft down to a piddly 2ft. The winds do go clean offshore or cross-offshore at times, which is nice, but there’s just not enough oomph. The combined energy drops from 2695 all the way down to 49, so don’t expect much more than ankle-snappers. The water temp is about average for the time of year.

Now, things get interesting from the 3rd of September. We get a fresh SW wind swinging offshore on the morning of the 3rd, with a clean 4ft south swell. The energy is moderate (268), and it looks like a solid, clean option. That Thursday morning is a standout window for a sneaky session.

But listen, the real highlight, if it comes together, is that big pulse starting on the 6th of September. Sunday the 6th sees a long-period south groundswell with a 13-second period and solid 10ft to 12ft heights. The combined energy is massive (3436 to 3813). This is expert territory. The catch? The wind is onshore or cross-onshore, so it won't be perfect. However, Monday the 7th of September morning looks absolutely firing. We get a fresh, clean offshore SW wind at 19 mph on a dropping 6ft SSE swell with a solid 11-second period and very strong energy (1996). That Monday morning is the absolute standout on offer. This is a reef break that loves a south swell, and with offshore wind, it will be glassy and epic. Just know it’s an advanced spot and can be inconsistent, so pick your peak.

After that, it gets smaller again heading into the second week, with a return to onshore winds and messy conditions. The 8th and 9th of September have some energy, but the wind is junk from the east and southeast. The 10th of September morning looks clean again with a westerly offshore and a small 3ft SE swell, but the energy is low.

So to wrap it up: The next few days are a write-off. Get ready for Thursday the 3rd of September, but keep your eyes locked on Monday the 7th of September morning. That’s the one that has the potential to be truly special. Rusty out.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Fri afternoon, min 14°C on Wed night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the ENE on Wed night, calm by Fri afternoon).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Sat night. Warm (max 24°C on Sat morning, min 14°C on Mon night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the WSW on Sat afternoon, calm by Sun night).

Wednesday
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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4748
1992
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827
483
403
390
307
227
191
151
601
121
104
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71
423
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42
Wind (km/h)
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35
ENE
15
ENE
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E
10
WSW
10
N
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SSE
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WSW
20
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35
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SW
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High Tide
3:09PM1.50m
3:14AM1.52m
3:35PM1.62m
3:42AM1.59m
4:01PM1.70m
4:10AM1.63m
4:28PM1.75m
4:38AM1.63m
4:56PM1.76m
5:08AM1.59m
5:26PM1.72m
5:39AM1.52m
5:58PM1.64m
Low Tide
8:57AM0.20m
9:13PM0.24m
9:22AM0.11m
9:41PM0.15m
9:48AM0.04m
10:08PM0.08m
10:14AM-0.00m
10:37PM0.05m
10:42AM-0.00m
11:07PM0.05m
11:10AM0.03m
11:38PM0.10m
11:41AM0.11m
00:12AM0.19m
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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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