
Surf Forecasts:
Chapadmalal surf forecast from 5 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 9 Aug, 12AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 9s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 9 Aug, 12AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 9s period, SW swell with 1,441 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 7 Aug, 6PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 6s period with SSE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Chapadmalal this week:
The surf forecast for Chapadmalal over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 07) at 6PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 6s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 7s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Chapadmalal in the next 16 days are 3.0m 9s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 09) at 12AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 4s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 08) at 3AM.
| Wave Type | Time (-03) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 6PM (Fri 7th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 6s |
| Best Surf | 12AM (Sun 9th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 12AM (Sun 9th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Chapadmalal over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s cookin’ at Chapadmalal. It’s a bit of a mixed bag over the next couple of weeks, but there are a few windows that’ll get the heart pumping.
Right off the bat, the water temp is sitting at 51°F, which is a solid 4°F warmer than usual for this time of year. That’s a nice little bonus for the early sessions.
The week starts pretty average. Wednesday morning the 5th has some surfable little 2ft waves from the SE with a light offshore breeze, but honestly, it’s pretty ordinary. The energy is weak (89). That window closes fast, and we hit a real dry spell. From Wednesday afternoon right through to the end of the week, it’s a write-off—poor conditions, onshore winds, and lumpy seas. Thursday the 6th and Friday the 7th are a total loss for a paddle surfer.
The first real spark shows up early Sunday the 9th. We’ve got a solid 10ft swell from the SSW, and the wind is a clean cross-offshore. The combined energy is pumping hard (1992). But here’s the catch—that’s too much juice for Chapadmalal. At over 8ft, this is strictly for the experts only. If you’re not dialled in, stay on the sand.
That big energy drops a notch by Monday the 11th, still too big for most at 7ft from the SSE, but the wind is light and cross-off again. It’s still an expert’s game.
Now, the real standout. Wednesday morning the 12th. This is where it all comes together. A clean 5ft swell from the SSE, period of 10 seconds, and a glassy offshore breeze from the NW. The wind is almost nothing at 3 mph. The energy is moderate (555), and conditions are set to be very clean. For a point break like this, that’s a dream. This is the one to circle—good size for intermediates, clean, and the wind will have it looking like a postcard.
Thursday the 13th stays clean but smaller, with 2ft waves and a long 13-second period from the SSE. That long period means more energy between sets, making it easier to get out back.
The big one for the experienced crew rolls in on Friday the 14th afternoon. A 5ft SSE swell with a 15-second period—that’s proper groundswell. Combined energy is strong (1059). At a point break, this long-period swell will set up beautifully, with clean lines. This is the best session for the more advanced surfers. Crowds can be a factor here sometimes, so get out early.
After that, it fades. Saturday the 15th and Sunday the 16th are marginal, with smaller swell and questionable conditions. Then from Monday the 17th onward, it’s a proper letdown. Strong winds, messy cross-shore chop, and small weak energy (down to 66 by the 19th). The last week is a washout—mostly poor conditions with a couple of ordinary, surfable mornings that aren't worth getting wet for.
Overall, don’t waste your energy on the first week. The real action is Wednesday the 12th for a clean, fun session, and Friday the 14th for the experienced crew chasing longer-period groundswell. After that, it’s time to hang the wetsuit up for a while.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 18mm), heaviest on Wed night. Very mild (max 14°C on Wed morning, min 6°C on Fri morning). Winds increasing (light winds from the W on Wed morning, strong winds from the S by Thu afternoon). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Sun afternoon. Mild temperatures (max 9°C on Sat afternoon, min 5°C on Sat night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the WSW on Sat afternoon, light winds from the WSW by Mon night). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | 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) | SE 9 | SE 9 | SE 9 | SE 4 | SE 5 | S 6 | S 6 | SSE 6 | SE 7 | SW 8 | SW 9 | SW 9 | SSW 9 | SSW 10 | S 9 | S 9 | S 10 | S 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | S 10 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
67 | 52 | 39 | 14 | 60 | 275 | 213 | 64 | 23 | 251 | 528 | 1441 | 1388 | 748 | 412 | 660 | 876 | 1065 | 1053 | 839 | 302 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | cross | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross | glassy |
High Tide | 11:40AM1.10m | 00:13AM1.11m | 12:24PM1.16m | 1:10AM1.04m | 1:14PM1.22m | 2:13AM0.97m | 2:11PM1.27m | 3:22AM0.92m | 3:15PM1.32m | 4:31AM0.90m | 4:22PM1.38m | 5:35AM0.89m | 5:27PM1.44m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 6:38PM0.30m | 6:55AM0.43m | 7:31PM0.26m | 7:26AM0.49m | 8:31PM0.22m | 8:02AM0.52m | 9:39PM0.18m | 8:49AM0.54m | 10:52PM0.15m | 9:48AM0.54m | 00:05AM0.11m | 11:03AM0.51m | 1:12AM0.07m | ||||||||
7:48 | — | — | 7:47 | — | — | 7:46 | — | — | 7:43 | — | — | 7:43 | — | — | 7:41 | — | — | 7:41 | — | — | |
— | 6:05 | — | — | 6:06 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:08 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | |
mm | — | — | 8 | 5 | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 14 | 13 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 11 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 7 |
Feels °C | 12 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 1 | -3 | -2 | -2 | -2 | -1 | -1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 9 | SE 9 | SE 9 | ENE 7 | E 7 | E 6 | S 6 | SSE 6 | SE 7 | SE 10 | ESE 10 | SSW 10 | SSW 10 | ESE 12 | SE 12 | SE 10 | SE 10 | S 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | S 10 |
67 | 52 | 39 | 10 | 4 | 20 | 137 | 64 | 23 | 24 | 9 | 784 | 600 | 14 | 47 | 50 | 4 | 1065 | 1053 | 839 | 302 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | SW 6 | ENE 5 | ENE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | SSW 6 | SE 7 | — | ESE 10 | SE 10 | — | E 11 | E 10 | SE 14 | SE 13 | SE 12 | S 11 | SE 12 |
21 | 18 | 18 | 6 | 7 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 16 | 2 | — | 10 | 4 | — | 2 | 2 | 8 | 162 | 389 | 524 | 259 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 7 | SW 6 | SW 6 | S 9 | — | — | — | — | E 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NE 10 | — | SE 13 | S 11 | SSW 10 |
1 | 2 | 8 | 2 | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | — | 585 | 240 | 20 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | WSW 5 | — | SE 4 | SE 5 | S 6 | S 6 | — | NNW 3 | SW 8 | SW 9 | SW 9 | SSW 9 | SSW 10 | S 9 | S 9 | S 10 | — | — | — | — |
— | 8 | — | 14 | 60 | 275 | 213 | — | 10 | 251 | 528 | 1441 | 1388 | 748 | 412 | 660 | 876 | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 19 | 19 | 445 | 1357 | 1135 | 26 | 5 | 166 | 189 | 556 | 26 | 43 | 599 | 205 | 599 | 97 | 26 | 1 | 18 | 0 |
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Information about the Chapadmalal Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Chapadmalal provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Chapadmalal can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Chapadmalal 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 (Chapadmalal) 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 Chapadmalal 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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