
Surf Forecasts:
Capo Marina surf forecast from 4 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Friday 7 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 1ft (0.3m), 8s period, SW swell with 10 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Capo Marina this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Capo Marina in the next 16 days are 0.3m 8s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 07) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Fri 7th Aug) | 1ft (0.3m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Capo Marina over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, Rusty here. Well, I gotta be straight with ya – this outlook for Capo Marina is a tough one. We’re looking at a long stretch of flat, small conditions with barely a ripple to get excited about for the next couple of weeks. There’s a big gap of nothing really rideable, so don’t get your hopes up for a quick fix.
The water is sitting at a very unusual 83° with a temperature anomaly of 6° warmer than normal – that’s way above average for this time of year. Feels like a bath.
Right now, starting Tuesday the 4th of August, it’s flat. Swell is a tiny 1.0 ft from the SSE with a weak period of 4 seconds. Combined energy is just 3 – that’s nothing. Wind is light and cross-onshore, making it look pretty ordinary. That sets the tone.
Wednesday the 5th and Thursday the 6th are even smaller, with glassy mornings but surf barely reaching 0.7 ft. You’d be better off going for a swim. Friday the 7th shows a tiny 1.0 ft swell from the SW with an 8-second period and light offshore wind in the morning, but energy is still only 10. It’s clean but not worth paddling out for.
The whole first week is a write-off – nothing above 1.0 ft, and mostly under 10 in combined energy. There’s a few mornings with clean conditions, but no wave to ride.
We roll into the second week, and it’s more of the same. From Monday the 10th through to Thursday the 13th, we’re seeing zero to 1.0 ft swells, mostly with cross-onshore or offshore winds. Still no power. The combined energy rarely cracks single digits.
Finally, on Saturday the 15th of August, we see a bit of a pulse. Morning brings a 2 ft swell from the S with a 6-second period, offshore wind from the north at 9 mph, and combined energy of 26. It’s clean but tiny. By afternoon, it’s cross-onshore and messy.
Sunday the 16th morning is the first time things get mildly interesting. A 2 ft swell from the SW, 7-second period, with light cross-offshore wind. Combined energy climbs to 46, and the report says “surfable waves but very ordinary conditions.” It’s still small and weak, but at least it’s clean.
Monday the 17th morning is a bit better – 3 ft from the SSW, 7-second period, cross-offshore wind at 9 mph, and energy at 81. Still not great, but you could find a little knee-high runner if you’re desperate. Risk of thunderstorms though.
Now, here’s the standout. Wednesday the 19th of August. Morning brings a proper 6 ft swell from the SSW with an 8-second period, offshore wind from the ENE at 9 mph, and combined energy of 402 – that’s moderate energy finally. The afternoon is similar with 6 ft from the SW, offshore from the NNE at 6 mph, and energy of 450. That’s the best on offer, and the report says “expect good surf conditions.” It’s still only 6 ft, so it’s not huge, but with offshore wind and decent period, Capo Marina (reef) should have some clean, punchy lines. This is the one day to circle. Keep in mind this is over a week away, so the call is promising but not locked in.
So, if you’re hanging for a wave, Wednesday the 19th is your best shot. Before that, it’s a long dry spell. The reef needs swell, and it’s just not getting any. For the rest, you’re looking at flat, clean, and frustrating.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 31°C on Tue afternoon, min 25°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 32°C on Sat afternoon, min 24°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Tue 4 | Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 4 | SSE 4 | SSE 4 | SSE 4 | SSE 4 | SE 4 | — | SW 6 | SW 8 | WSW 7 | SSW 4 | SSW 4 | WSW 7 | S 4 | SW 4 | SW 4 | — | — | SSW 4 | SW 4 |
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3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | on | glassy | glassy | on | cross-off | off | on | off | off | on | glassy | cross-off | on | glassy | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off |
High Tide | 1:28AM0.27m | 2:17PM0.21m | 2:17AM0.25m | 3:43PM0.21m | 3:24AM0.23m | 5:21PM0.22m | 6:41PM0.25m | 6:14AM0.22m | 7:41PM0.28m | 7:20AM0.22m | 8:31PM0.31m | |||||||||
Low Tide | 6:58PM0.08m | 8:10AM0.07m | 7:56PM0.11m | 9:10AM0.07m | 9:21PM0.13m | 10:23AM0.07m | 11:13PM0.13m | 11:38AM0.06m | 00:49AM0.12m | 12:44PM0.04m | 1:56AM0.10m | 1:39PM0.02m | 2:49AM0.08m | |||||||
— | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | |
8:45 | — | — | 8:44 | — | — | 8:43 | — | — | 8:42 | — | — | 8:39 | — | — | 8:38 | — | — | 8:37 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 31 | 27 | 29 | 30 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 27 | 29 | 30 | 27 | 29 | 32 | 28 | 30 | 32 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 27 |
Feels °C | 33 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 31 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 33 | 32 | 32 | 33 | 32 | 32 | 33 | 30 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 4 | SSE 4 | SSE 4 | SSE 4 | SSE 4 | SE 4 | — | SW 6 | SW 8 | WSW 7 | SSW 4 | SSW 4 | WSW 7 | S 4 | — | SW 4 | — | — | SSW 4 | SW 4 |
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | — | 1 | 10 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | 1 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | SW 4 | SW 4 | — | — | — | — | — | SW 5 | W 8 | SW 7 | SSW 4 | SW 5 | SW 4 | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SSW 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1095 | 835 | 840 | 1073 | 304 | 304 | 940 | 192 | 192 | 1048 | 194 | 192 | 1095 | 901 | 897 | 1047 | 872 | 885 | 859 | 812 |
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Information about the Capo Marina Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Capo Marina provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Capo Marina can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Capo Marina 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 (Capo Marina) 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 Capo Marina 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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