
Surf Forecasts:
Centreville Beach surf forecast from 3 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 3 Sep, 8PM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 11s period, NW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 4 Sep, 5AM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 11s period, NW swell with 1,197 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 3 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 8s period with WNW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Centreville Beach this week:
The surf forecast for Centreville Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Sep 03) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.5m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 6s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Centreville Beach in the next 16 days are 2.3m 11s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 04) at 5AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.3m 8s period and expected on Wednesday (Sep 09) at 11AM.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2AM (Thu 3rd Sep) | 5ft (1.5m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 8PM (Thu 3rd Sep) | 7ft (2.1m) 11s |
| Most Powerful | 5AM (Fri 4th Sep) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 11s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Centreville Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Hey folks, Rusty here. Gotta be straight with you – the next couple of weeks are a bit of a mixed bag for Centreville Beach, but there is a definite window of opportunity if you're patient. The water is sitting at 56°F, which is running a bit colder than we'd expect for this time of year, so you'll want a decent wetsuit.
Right now, we're looking at a gap. The forecast for the afternoon of Wednesday, the 2nd, has some swell but it's coming in with moderate rain and a fresh SSE breeze, making for poor conditions. Nothing worth getting excited about there.
The first real chance to paddle out comes on the morning of Thursday, the 3rd. We've got a 7ft swell from the WNW with a 10-second period, and the combined energy is strong (1225). The wind is a light WSW breeze, but it's cross-shore. It's a bit of a gamble with marginal conditions, but it's a start.
Friday, the 4th, is your standout. The morning session is where it's at. Clean conditions with a light cross-offshore breeze from the SW at 6 mph. Swell is 7ft from the NW with a period of 10 seconds. The wave energy is very strong (1689). This is solid, powerful stuff, but at 7ft it's getting into the realm where it's better suited for experienced surfers. A dawn patrol would be the move.
After Friday, we hit a long, frustrating lull. From late Friday afternoon through to around the 12th, it's mostly small, weak, and wind-affected. Swell drops below 3ft, the wind is mostly cross-onshore or onshore from the north, and the energy readings are in the doldrums. It's a solid week of not much to write home about.
Things start to look promising again around Sunday, the 13th. The morning shows a 6ft NW swell with an 11-second period and strong energy (1029). The wind is a gentle NNE breeze, but it's cross-onshore, so it'll have a bit of texture. It's a marginal call, but a big step up from the flat spell.
The most promising long-range bet is Tuesday, the 15th. The morning has a 7ft swell from the NW (8-second period) and a light WSW breeze, though still cross-onshore. By the afternoon, the wind swings SW at 9 mph and goes cross-shore. The combined energy is moderate (753-781). It's not as clean as that Friday session, but for a second-week call, it's the best we've got. It's a long way out, so keep an eye on it, but it could be a fun afternoon.
So, to wrap it up: Friday the 4th morning is your best bet. Get on it if you can handle the size. If you're waiting for a quieter window, Tuesday the 15th afternoon is the next one to circle on the calendar. For everything else, keep the board in the car and the wetsuit ready. Forecasts can change, but right now, it's a waiting game.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 22mm), heaviest during Wed night. Very mild (max 17°C on Thu afternoon, min 12°C on Fri night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the S on Wed afternoon, calm by Thu night). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Sat afternoon, min 12°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Wed 2 | Thursday 3 | Friday 4 | Saturday 5 | Sunday 6 | Monday 7 | Tuesday 8 | ||||||||||||||
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) | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 10 | WNW 11 | NW 11 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | S 15 | S 14 | S 13 | S 12 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
197 | 284 | 716 | 1075 | 1151 | 977 | 709 | 475 | 587 | 477 | 530 | 455 | 372 | 264 | 261 | 257 | 163 | 233 | 289 | 240 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-on | off | cross-off | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross | on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on |
High Tide | 3:28PM1.94m | 5:04AM1.32m | 4:16PM1.92m | 6:34AM1.26m | 5:18PM1.89m | 8:07AM1.30m | 6:33PM1.88m | 9:17AM1.39m | 7:52PM1.90m | 10:08AM1.51m | 9:03PM1.95m | 10:48AM1.62m | 10:05PM2.00m | |||||||
Low Tide | 10:38PM0.11m | 9:56AM0.92m | 11:47PM0.08m | 10:57AM1.07m | 1:04AM0.04m | 12:21PM1.15m | 2:17AM-0.04m | 1:53PM1.11m | 3:19AM-0.12m | 3:10PM0.97m | 4:12AM-0.17m | 4:11PM0.77m | 4:58AM-0.17m | |||||||
— | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:47 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | |
7:47 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | 7:43 | — | — | 7:40 | — | — | 7:39 | — | — | 7:37 | — | |
mm | 8 | 12 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 16 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 15 | 17 | 16 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 16 | 16 | 13 | 15 | 15 | 14 |
Feels °C | 10 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 13 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 10 | WNW 11 | NW 11 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 6 | S 14 | S 13 | S 12 |
197 | 284 | 716 | 1075 | 1151 | 977 | 709 | 405 | 260 | 225 | 210 | 215 | 190 | 129 | 125 | 99 | 80 | 232 | 289 | 240 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 12 | S 6 | SW 19 | SW 19 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | S 15 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 18 |
85 | 30 | 414 | 296 | 534 | 614 | 600 | 475 | 587 | 477 | 530 | 455 | 372 | 264 | 261 | 257 | 163 | 88 | 85 | 118 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 6 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | S 12 | S 12 | S 11 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 10 | SSW 11 | SSW 11 | S 14 | S 13 | S 13 | SW 13 | WNW 11 | SW 18 | SW 13 |
130 | 23 | 95 | 86 | 101 | 98 | 82 | 118 | 109 | 100 | 37 | 46 | 46 | 97 | 130 | 121 | 140 | 47 | 112 | 61 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NW 7 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NNW 7 |
131 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 107 | 233 | 330 | 334 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 115 | 0 | 48 | 95 | 0 | 0 | 54 | 19 | 131 | 191 | 19 | 191 | 453 | 21 | 131 | 453 | 19 | 125 | 814 | 38 |
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Information about the Centreville Beach Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Centreville Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Centreville Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Centreville Beach 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 (Centreville Beach) 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 Centreville Beach 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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