Surf Forecasts:
Constantine Bay surf forecast from 26 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 26 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 9s period, W swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 30 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 10s period, W swell with 1,737 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 26 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 9s period with W swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Constantine Bay this week:
The surf forecast for Constantine Bay over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 26) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Constantine Bay in the next 16 days are 3.0m 10s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 30) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 3s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 27) at 4AM.
| Wave Type | Time (BST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7AM (Wed 26th Aug) | 2ft (0.6m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 7AM (Wed 26th Aug) | 2ft (0.6m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 1AM (Sun 30th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Constantine Bay over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, folks, Rusty here. Let’s talk about Constantine Bay.
Honestly, it’s a bit of a slow burner for the first stretch. The water temp is around 19°, which is a touch warmer than usual for this time of year, but that’s about the only surprise. We’ve got a long run of days from the 25th through the 27th with tiny surf—swell heights of 0.6ft to 0.8ft—and the wind is mostly cross-off or onshore from the south-east. The wave energy is weak (combined energy is just 88), so it’s a flat spell. Not worth getting wet.
The 28th and 29th bring a bit more size, with the swell hitting 3ft and then 7ft, but the wind is onshore and strong. On the 29th, we’re looking at a 35 km/h cross-onshore, making it lumpy and messy. The combined energy climbs to 325 and then 619, but it’s all wind-chop. This beach-and-reef setup is looking more like a kite-surfing day than a surf day.
The 30th of August is the best of the near-term. The swell is 5ft from the west with a 10-second period, and the wind goes cross-shore from the south at 25 km/h. The combined energy is 476, which is moderate, but the wave comment is still “poor surf conditions” due to a cross-chop. It’s rideable, but not clean.
The 2nd of September gives us a cleaner window. The wind is onshore from the west at 20 km/h, and the swell is 5ft with a 9-second period. The combined energy is 361, which is moderate. For a surf-starved local, you could get a few, but the wind is on the face.
The first real standout is the 7th of September. That Monday morning, we’ve got a strong 8ft swell from the west-southwest, combined energy of 939, but the wind is strong cross-shore from the south-southwest at 40 km/h, making for a messy cross-chop. That’s only for experts. The afternoon sees it go to 11ft with a 45 km/h cross-onshore, combined energy over 2000. That’s a big, angry ocean—not for beginners.
The best bet on the whole forecast is the 9th of September. The Wednesday morning gives us a 8ft swell from the west, with a 10-second period, and a cross-onshore wind from the west-southwest at 30 km/h. The combined energy is a very strong 1070. This is a proper groundswell, and Constantine Bay is a very consistent spot, exposed to the west, which is the optimum direction. The swell is big, the period is good, and you’ll get some clean lines despite the wind. The afternoon turns onshore, so the morning is the window. Be aware that crowds are possible here when it’s good.
So, to sum it up: a lot of junk to get through for the first week and a half, but the 9th of September is the one to aim for. It’s a powerful day, but only for experienced surfers. The 2nd of September is a fallback if you’re desperate.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Wed night. Warm (max 21°C on Wed morning, min 16°C on Thu night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 13mm), heaviest on Sun morning. Very mild (max 19°C on Fri night, min 16°C on Sat night). Winds decreasing (near gales from the SW on Sat morning, light winds from the S by Sat night). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 8 | WSW 7 | SW 7 | WSW 7 | WSW 9 | W 10 | W 10 | WSW 9 | W 7 | W 8 | W 10 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 9 |
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50 | 31 | 28 | 19 | 54 | 99 | 116 | 101 | 44 | 362 | 1133 | 1737 | 682 | 528 | 524 | 593 | 482 | 542 | 567 | 450 | 381 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-on | on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 5:09AM5.41m | 5:26PM5.81m | 5:44AM5.82m | 6:00PM6.22m | 6:17AM6.17m | 6:32PM6.55m | 6:49AM6.44m | 7:04PM6.77m | 7:21AM6.61m | 7:37PM6.86m | 7:54AM6.65m | 8:11PM6.80m | 8:29AM6.56m | 8:48PM6.59m | |||||||
Low Tide | 11:23AM1.30m | 11:46PM1.04m | 11:57AM0.90m | 00:19AM0.68m | 12:30PM0.58m | 00:50AM0.40m | 1:01PM0.36m | 1:21AM0.24m | 1:33PM0.25m | 1:53AM0.21m | 2:05PM0.27m | 2:26AM0.31m | 2:40PM0.43m | 3:01AM0.55m | |||||||
6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | |
— | 8:17 | — | — | 8:15 | — | — | 8:14 | — | — | 8:12 | — | — | 8:09 | — | — | 8:07 | — | — | 8:06 | — | |
mm | — | — | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | — | — | 1 | 4 | 2 | 2 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 21 | 21 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 19 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 18 | 18 |
Feels °C | 19 | 18 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 14 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | SW 7 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 5 | — | — | — | W 10 | — | — | W 8 | NNW 5 | W 18 | W 18 | W 8 | SW 16 |
50 | 31 | 28 | 19 | 54 | 26 | 16 | 14 | 26 | — | — | — | 682 | — | — | 593 | 9 | 6 | 6 | 450 | 10 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 8 | SSW 7 | SSW 7 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | SW 12 | — | N 5 | WNW 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 6 | — | — | — | SW 17 | — |
6 | 5 | 4 | 11 | 29 | 6 | — | 1 | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 22 | — | — | — | 12 | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 8 | — | — | — | — | W 11 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
6 | 6 | 6 | 3 | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SSE 2 | — | SSW 6 | SW 2 | SW 7 | SW 8 | WSW 7 | SW 7 | WSW 7 | WSW 9 | W 10 | — | WSW 9 | W 7 | — | W 10 | W 8 | W 8 | — | W 9 |
— | 1 | — | 12 | 1 | 99 | 116 | 101 | 44 | 362 | 1133 | 1737 | — | 528 | 524 | — | 482 | 542 | 567 | — | 381 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1 | 389 | 219 | 48 | 48 | 1 | 13 | 227 | 389 | 400 | 227 | 1 | 204 | 254 | 125 | 244 | 217 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 227 |
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Information about the Constantine Bay Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Constantine Bay provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Constantine Bay can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Constantine Bay 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 (Constantine Bay) 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 Constantine Bay 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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