Bud Bud Surf Break

Lat Long: 46.39° N 1.49° W

Bud Bud Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 pm 24 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Bud Bud sea temperature is
21.3°C
0.7° 

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


Bud Bud surf forecast from 24 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 24 Aug, 5PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 9s period, SSW swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 31 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 9s period, W swell with 427 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 24 Aug, 5PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 9s period with SSW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Bud Bud this week:

The surf forecast for Bud Bud over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 24) at 5PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.4m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 4s. Another secondary swell of 0.3m and 9s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Bud Bud in the next 16 days are 1.6m 9s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 31) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives.

Wave TypeTime (CEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 5PM (Mon 24th Aug)1.5ft (0.4m) 9s
Best Surf 5PM (Mon 24th Aug)1.5ft (0.4m) 9s
Most Powerful 2PM (Mon 31st Aug)5ft (1.6m) 9s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s take a look at what’s comin’ our way for Bud Bud.

Right off the bat, I’ve gotta be straight with you – for the next week and a half, it’s going to be a real grind. We’re lookin’ at a long stretch of poor surf conditions through the end of August and into early September. The swell is tiny, often under 3.3ft, and when it does show a pulse of energy, the wind is just wrecking it. There's a lot of onshore and cross-onshore wind, especially from the SW and W, which is gonna leave the surface lumpy and chopped up. Honestly, for the first week, you’re better off leaving the board in the car.

The first real flicker of hope comes on the morning of Monday, the 1st of September. The wind goes glassy from the north, and we’ve got a clean 3.3ft swell from the west with a 10-second period. The energy is moderate (202), and for the first time in a while, the wave comment actually says "expect good surf conditions." If you’re a beginner, that 3.3ft is right in your wheelhouse, and the glassy conditions will make it feel like a lake. The break is labelled as a beginner spot, and it’s fairly consistent, so it’s a proper window for a session. Just keep in mind, the crowds are listed as "sometimes", so you might have some company.

Now, if you’re an experienced surfer looking for something meatier, hold on for the following week. Monday, the 7th of September, is where things get interesting. The swell jumps to 7.5ft from the WSW, but the period is a massive 21 seconds. That’s very long-period groundswell. The energy is extremely strong (4411). This is serious, powerful water. For a beach break, a long period like that can make the waves break too straight and close out, so this is more of a challenge. The wind is a cross-onshore, so it’s not perfect, but that raw energy is undeniable. At 7.5ft, this is getting into expert territory. The morning of the 8th of September is a bit smaller at 4.9ft, but still has a long 14-second period and a gentler cross-shore breeze, which might clean it up a touch. The afternoon of the 7th hits 8.2ft, which is solidly big and for experts only.

So, to sum it up: the first week is a write-off. The best on offer is that glassy morning on the 1st of September for the beginners and cruisers. The big standout for the chargers is the powerful swell on the 7th and 8th of September, but it’s a long-range call, so keep an eye on the updates. It’s a classic case of being patient for the prize.

Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 10mm), heaviest on Mon afternoon. Warm (max 30°C on Wed afternoon, min 19°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 12mm), heaviest on Thu night. Warm (max 22°C on Thu afternoon, min 17°C on Thu night). Winds increasing (light winds from the S on Thu night, fresh winds from the WSW by Fri afternoon).

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SSW
9
0.6
SSW
4
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SW
4
0.6
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0.7
WSW
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0.7
WSW
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1.3
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1.7
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1.2
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1.3
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1.2
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0.9
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1.1
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
33
15
7
7
24
35
27
24
12
101
112
109
286
220
217
196
187
99
125
146
Wind (km/h)
25
ENE
15
WSW
10
WSW
25
SW
10
SW
15
ESE
10
SE
5
SSW
15
S
15
SSE
20
WNW
30
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35
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20
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25
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25
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High Tide
3:59PM3.55m
4:22AM3.53m
4:33PM3.82m
4:53AM3.75m
5:02PM4.06m
5:20AM3.94m
5:28PM4.27m
5:43AM4.11m
5:51PM4.42m
6:06AM4.23m
6:14PM4.51m
6:28AM4.30m
6:38PM4.54m
Low Tide
9:28PM1.15m
9:46AM1.06m
10:14PM0.82m
10:28AM0.73m
10:53PM0.50m
11:06AM0.43m
11:29PM0.22m
11:42AM0.19m
00:05AM0.02m
12:18PM0.03m
00:40AM-0.09m
12:54PM-0.03m
1:16AM-0.09m
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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Information about the Bud Bud Surf forecast

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