
Surf Forecasts:
Clovelly Bombie surf forecast from 3 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 3 Aug, 4PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 11s period, SE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 3 Aug, 1PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 11s period, SE swell with 187 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 3 Aug, 4PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 11s period with SE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Clovelly Bombie this week:
The surf forecast for Clovelly Bombie over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 03) at 4PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 4s. Another secondary swell of 0.8m and 4s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Clovelly Bombie in the next 16 days are 0.9m 11s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 03) at 1PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 9s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 06) at 7PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 4PM (Mon 3rd Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 11s |
| Best Surf | 4PM (Mon 3rd Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 11s |
| Most Powerful | 1PM (Mon 3rd Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 11s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Clovelly Bombie over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the table for the next couple of weeks.
Right off the bat, this is a tough stretch. We’re looking at a whole lot of flat, small, or just plain messy conditions, with the first real glimmer of hope not showing up until Monday the 16th of August. The first week and a half are pretty much a write-off for anything decent, so don't hold your breath.
The only spot worth talking about is Clovelly Bombie. Being an inconsistent reef setup, it's not a place that's pumping all the time, and it's strictly for the advanced crew. The water temperature is sitting at 62°F, which is a bit colder than normal for this time of year, so you'll want a thicker suit.
There's a bit of a tease on Monday the 3rd of August - a clean 3ft swell from the SE with period at 11 seconds, and the wind is a cross-off. The wave energy is moderate (232), but the forecast score tells me it's only a "good" session, not a standout. After that, it's a long, dry gap. From Tuesday the 4th all the way through to Saturday the 15th, the surf is tiny, windy, and just not worth the paddle. There are a few days with offshore winds, but the swell is pathetic, barely hitting 1ft. It's a solid 12-day stretch of nothing.
Finally, things get interesting on Sunday the 16th of August. The morning brings a cleaner picture: a 4ft swell from the SSE, period 9 seconds, with a light cross-off breeze from the WSW. The combined energy is moderate (221), and the conditions are described as clean. This is the first session that has any real promise. The wind will be light, keeping the surface clean, but watch the tide as it might be a factor.
Monday the 17th of August morning also has some potential. A 5ft SE swell with a 10-second period, combined energy jumps to 408 (strong wave energy), and the wind is a light cross-shore from the S. It's a bit more on the raw side, but for the advanced crew at Bombie, this could be the best of the lot. The 5ft is starting to get a bit chunky, but it's manageable for the experienced.
The standout is the morning of Sunday the 16th of August. It’s not a massive swell, but the clean conditions and light wind at Clovelly Bombie make it the best call for a solid paddle. The Monday the 17th morning is a close second, with more power but a little more wind on it.
The rest of the outlook? A whole lot of small, choppy, and blown-out days. Don't even bother with the kites, the swell is too small for that too.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Mon afternoon, min 9°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Thu morning, min 9°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 3 | Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | |||||||||||||||
AM | 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) | SE 11 | SE 11 | SE 10 | ESE 7 | SSE 10 | E 11 | E 10 | E 9 | E 10 | E 9 | ENE 9 | E 10 | SE 12 | E 10 | ENE 9 | ENE 8 | ENE 7 | E 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
224 | 134 | 65 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 18 | 27 | 8 | 7 | 16 | 16 | 37 | 8 | 28 | 19 | 19 | 33 | 64 | 93 | 95 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | off | off | off | cross-off | off | off | cross-on | off | off | cross-on | glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | cross | cross | off |
High Tide | 11:18AM1.25m | 11:12PM1.31m | 12:02PM1.29m | 00:01AM1.20m | 12:53PM1.33m | 1:00AM1.09m | 1:52PM1.36m | 2:14AM1.00m | 2:58PM1.42m | 3:38AM0.96m | 4:06PM1.49m | 4:58AM0.98m | 5:10PM1.58m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 5:10PM0.39m | 5:37AM0.20m | 6:06PM0.41m | 6:18AM0.25m | 7:13PM0.42m | 7:07AM0.31m | 8:30PM0.41m | 8:07AM0.36m | 9:51PM0.35m | 9:15AM0.39m | 11:05PM0.25m | 10:26AM0.37m | 00:08AM0.14m | ||||||||
6:46 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — | |
— | 5:15 | — | — | 5:15 | — | — | 5:16 | — | — | 5:17 | — | — | 5:17 | — | — | 5:19 | — | — | 5:20 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 20 | 21 | 16 | 15 | 18 | 11 | 16 | 17 | 12 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 20 | 20 | 17 |
Feels °C | 17 | 18 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 5 | 12 | 13 | 7 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 15 | 13 | 11 | 10 | 15 | 14 | 11 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 11 | SE 11 | SE 10 | ESE 7 | SSW 5 | ESE 8 | SSW 5 | E 9 | S 8 | S 8 | S 8 | S 9 | S 9 | S 9 | S 9 | S 8 | S 8 | S 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 |
224 | 134 | 65 | 10 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 27 | 74 | 80 | 105 | 164 | 102 | 101 | 94 | 65 | 92 | 46 | 64 | 93 | 95 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 5 | NE 4 | ENE 4 | SSE 10 | ESE 7 | E 11 | E 10 | S 6 | E 8 | E 9 | ENE 9 | E 10 | ENE 7 | ENE 6 | ENE 9 | ENE 8 | E 8 | E 8 | S 7 | S 7 | ENE 11 |
3 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 5 | 10 | 18 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 16 | 16 | 9 | 8 | 28 | 19 | 13 | 33 | 16 | 8 | 22 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 16 | E 15 | E 15 | SW 4 | SSE 10 | SE 11 | E 7 | S 8 | E 10 | E 12 | E 16 | NE 6 | SE 12 | E 10 | E 12 | SSE 9 | E 16 | NE 4 | SE 8 | E 14 | E 14 |
5 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 37 | 8 | 3 | 17 | 5 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 4 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 2 | NE 4 | SW 3 | SW 5 | — | SW 4 | W 4 | — | WSW 3 | — | NE 8 | WSW 2 | — | — | — | — | ENE 7 | — | NNW 2 | NW 3 | W 4 |
1 | 20 | 2 | 19 | — | 15 | 9 | — | 3 | — | 3 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 19 | — | 1 | 1 | 9 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 208 | 17 | 31 | 91 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 147 | 0 | 23 | 59 | 25 |
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The above surf forecast table for Clovelly Bombie provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Clovelly Bombie can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Clovelly Bombie 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 (Clovelly Bombie) 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 Clovelly Bombie 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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