
Surf Forecasts:
Caspar Creek surf forecast from 27 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 2 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 9s period, NW swell with 2,179 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Caspar Creek this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Caspar Creek in the next 16 days are 3.5m 9s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 02) 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 1.3m 18s period and expected on Monday (Jul 27) at 2PM.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Sun 2nd Aug) | 11ft (3.5m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Caspar Creek over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on offer for Caspar Creek over the next couple of weeks. I’ll be straight with you.
Right off the bat, we’ve got a long stretch of poor conditions that’s gonna test your patience. From Monday the 27th of July right through to Sunday the 2nd of August, it’s a write-off. The wind is stuck in a cross-on position, and it’s got some sting to it, making for a choppy, messy mess. The swell is there, but it’s not working with us. Even the energy is building into the moderate and strong range – by the 2nd of August, we’re looking at a combined energy of 1891 – but it’s all for nothing with that wind. This isn’t paddle surfing weather; it’s more of a kite session if you’re into that sort of thing.
Now, we start to see a glimmer of hope on Monday the 3rd of August. The swell is still solid, around 10 ft from the NW, with a period of 10 seconds, and the wind drops to a gentle breeze. The combined energy is a massive 3487, but the conditions are still listed as marginal. The wave quality isn’t quite there yet, and the tide might be playing tricks. It’s worth a look, but don’t expect perfection.
The real standout, the one that’s got my heart beating a little faster, is Tuesday the 4th of August. We’ve got some clouds, but the wind is light and *onshore* from the WNW at just 3 mph. The swell is a proper 10 ft from the NW, with a 9-second period, and the combined energy is a solid 1398. It’s going to be a bit of a brute, and at over 8 ft, this is for experienced surfers only. The energy is moderate, but the light wind is the key – it’ll keep the surface clean. This is our best shot. The water temperature is about average for this time of year, nothing unusual to report.
Later in the week, Wednesday the 5th of August and Thursday the 6th of August keep the size up, but the wind picks up a touch, making it a bit more cross-on. The energy gets even stronger, hitting 2862 and 4024 respectively, but the cleanest windows will be in the mornings. For the brave, there’s plenty of power out there.
The second week, from the 7th of August onward, the swell starts to drop. By the 9th of August, the period jumps to a very long 17 seconds, but the swell height is only 2 ft. That long period and tiny size means it’ll be fickle, especially at Caspar Creek which is a sheltered spot. The wind is light, but there’s just not enough push to get excited about. It’s a promising sign for the future, but not for now.
So, to wrap it up: the first week is a painful wait, but Tuesday the 4th of August and the following days offer some serious, expert-only groundswell with clean conditions. Don’t get your hopes up for the second week.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Tue afternoon, min 12°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Sat afternoon, min 12°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | ||||||||||||||
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) | NW 6 | NW 10 | NW 6 | SW 16 | NW 6 | NW 7 | NW 6 | NW 7 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 7 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
115 | 74 | 160 | 376 | 160 | 436 | 325 | 335 | 640 | 699 | 423 | 676 | 499 | 365 | 452 | 531 | 545 | 1135 | 1163 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross |
High Tide | 9:38PM1.86m | 12:06PM1.30m | 10:18PM1.90m | 12:34PM1.34m | 10:57PM1.92m | 1:00PM1.38m | 11:34PM1.91m | 1:27PM1.43m | 00:11AM1.87m | 1:54PM1.48m | 00:51AM1.78m | 2:21PM1.55m | 1:35AM1.65m | ||||||
Low Tide | 5:07AM-0.12m | 4:13PM0.97m | 5:40AM-0.15m | 4:54PM0.93m | 6:12AM-0.17m | 5:34PM0.88m | 6:42AM-0.15m | 6:15PM0.83m | 7:11AM-0.10m | 6:59PM0.77m | 7:40AM-0.01m | 7:46PM0.70m | |||||||
— | 6:09 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | |
8:32 | — | 8:31 | — | — | 8:30 | — | — | 8:30 | — | — | 8:29 | — | — | 8:28 | — | — | 8:27 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 14 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 16 |
Feels °C | 13 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 12 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 19 | SSW 19 | SSW 17 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSE 14 | SSE 13 | S 14 | S 13 | S 12 |
719 | 845 | 1153 | 584 | 932 | 1081 | 780 | 539 | 627 | 436 | 575 | 435 | 140 | 239 | 198 | 133 | 306 | 345 | 141 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 21 | NW 10 | SSW 11 | SW 16 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | S 20 | S 18 | S 18 | S 17 | SSE 14 | SSE 14 | S 15 | SSE 15 | SSW 14 | S 15 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 |
260 | 74 | 40 | 376 | 56 | 51 | 119 | 227 | 221 | 210 | 40 | 38 | 110 | 167 | 236 | 157 | 134 | 103 | 100 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 13 | SSW 11 | — | SSW 10 | SSW 9 | SSW 11 | SW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 11 | SSE 15 | — | S 18 | S 16 | — | — | SSW 14 | SW 20 | SW 19 | S 14 |
84 | 25 | — | 36 | 8 | 51 | 34 | 12 | 11 | 43 | — | 25 | 126 | — | — | 136 | 15 | 15 | 64 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 6 | NW 6 | NW 6 | NW 6 | NW 6 | NW 7 | NW 6 | NW 7 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 7 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 |
115 | 59 | 160 | 236 | 160 | 436 | 325 | 335 | 640 | 699 | 423 | 676 | 499 | 365 | 452 | 531 | 545 | 1135 | 1163 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 6 | 209 | 270 | 7 | 209 | 310 | 7 | 190 | 311 | 7 | 209 | 310 | 6 | 136 | 655 | 7 | 136 | 311 | 52 |
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Information about the Caspar Creek Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Caspar Creek provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Caspar Creek can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Caspar Creek 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 (Caspar Creek) 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 Caspar Creek 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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