
Surf Forecasts:
Conto Springs surf forecast from 2 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 7 Aug, 5PM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 15s period, WSW swell with cross-onshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 8 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 20ft (6.0m), 16s period, SW swell with 18,762 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 7 Aug, 5PM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 15s period with WSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Conto Springs this week:
The surf forecast for Conto Springs over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 07) at 5PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 4.5m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 4.0m and 15s. The wind is predicted to be cross-onshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Conto Springs in the next 16 days are 6.0m 16s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 08) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.1m 13s period and expected on Monday (Aug 03) at 11AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AWST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5PM (Fri 7th Aug) | 15ft (4.5m) 15s |
| Best Surf | 5PM (Fri 7th Aug) | 15ft (4.5m) 15s |
| Most Powerful | 2PM (Sat 8th Aug) | 20ft (6.0m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Conto Springs over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. We’ve got a long-range look at Conto Springs for the next couple of weeks, and it’s a story of two halves. This spot is a very consistent, exposed reef that loves a solid WSW swell, but we’re dealing with some proper muscle from the deep south-west. The energy coming through is hefty, so if you’re not on your game, this wave will remind you who’s boss.
The water temp is sitting pretty much where you’d expect for this time of year, so just your standard boardies or a thin spring suit.
The early part of the week, from Monday the 3rd through to Thursday the 6th, is a write-off. The wind is a mess, mostly cross-onshore or onshore, slapping the face of the swell. We’ve got chunky 6.2 ft to 13.1 ft waves, but the quality is poor. The combined energy (1679 to 7908) tells you it’s got grunt, but it’s just a lumpy, blown-out mess. Don’t even bother.
Things start to get interesting on Friday the 7th, but it’s massive. We’re looking at a 14.8 ft swell rolling in, and the wind is still strong and cross-onshore, making it ugly. The energy is flying up to 16468, which is nuts. This is not a day for a paddle; this is a day for a kite unless you’re a tow-in specialist. The wind is just too strong for clean surfing.
The weekend of the 8th and 9th sees the size stay epic, but it’s still not clean. Saturday the 8th has an 18.0 ft to 19.7 ft swell with that cross-off wind, so the face is better, but the energy is a massive 33857. That’s a serious amount of water moving. It’s still too big for most, and the crowds are possible here. Sunday the 9th backs off a little to 14.8 ft, but the wind swings onshore again, so it’s back to choppy.
Now, if you want the standout of the month, circle Thursday, August 13th. This is the one. The morning is looking clear with a beautiful ESE offshore breeze, and the swell is a solid 16.4 ft from the SW with a period of 14 seconds. The energy is sitting at 10015, and the conditions are described as exceptional for expert surfers. That’s the money window. It’s a clean, powerful reef wave, but absolutely for experts only.
The days either side of that are also worth a look. Tuesday the 11th has a massive 23.0 ft swell with a clean offshore wind, but it’s so big it’s predicted to be too big for the break. The energy is 24204. That’s a wild, heavy day. Wednesday the 12th is a bit smaller at 16.4 ft, still offshore, and a good option.
We get a brief window of glassy conditions on Sunday, August 16th. The morning is glassy, with a slight air, and a 9.8 ft swell from the SW. That’s a much more manageable size, and the wind is dead calm. The energy is a mild 3294, so it’s not a monster, but it’ll be clean and fun. A good day for a confident intermediate.
Into the final week, Monday the 17th starts glassy again with a 13.1 ft swell from the WSW, but the onshore wind kicks in that afternoon. By Tuesday the 18th, we’re back to a 16.4 ft swell with a light cross-onshore breeze.
So, look, if you’re an expert, the clear standout is Thursday, August 13th for the best mix of size, wind, and power. For the rest of us, the glassy spell on Sunday, August 16th is the one to aim for.
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 22mm), heaviest during Mon night. Very mild (max 18°C on Mon afternoon, min 10°C on Sun night). Winds increasing (light winds from the ENE on Sun night, fresh winds from the W by Mon night). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 13mm), heaviest on Thu night. Very mild (max 17°C on Thu morning, min 12°C on Fri night). Winds increasing (light winds from the NNW on Wed night, strong winds from the SW by Fri night). | ||||||||||||||||||
Monday 3 | Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 16 | SW 19 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | WSW 16 | WSW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | WSW 15 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
2449 | 1675 | 1532 | 1782 | 8677 | 7095 | 5471 | 11327 | 11184 | 10654 | 7776 | 7908 | 8371 | 7920 | 8821 | 10640 | 15355 | 17933 | 13754 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross | cross |
High Tide | 1:03AM0.54m | 12:00PM0.76m | 1:10AM0.61m | 11:35AM0.67m | 1:36AM0.68m | 9:26AM0.61m | 2:24AM0.75m | 4:07AM0.80m | 6:48AM0.87m | ||||||||||
Low Tide | 4:31AM0.51m | 7:16PM0.49m | 5:40AM0.56m | 6:21PM0.48m | 7:35AM0.61m | 5:27PM0.42m | 5:01PM0.32m | 5:06PM0.23m | 5:27PM0.16m | ||||||||||
— | 7:11 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | 7:09 | — | — | 7:09 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | |
5:39 | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:40 | — | — | 5:42 | — | — | 5:42 | — | — | 5:43 | — | — | 5:44 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | 18 | — | — | — | 2 | 2 | 2 | — | 1 | 7 | — | — | 3 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 13 | 15 | 18 | 16 | 14 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 12 | 14 | 14 |
Feels °C | 10 | 11 | 13 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 9 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 16 | SW 14 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | WSW 16 | WSW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | WSW 15 | — | — | SW 16 | SW 16 |
2449 | 1675 | 1532 | 1382 | 8677 | 7095 | 5471 | 11327 | 11184 | 10654 | 7776 | 7908 | 8371 | 7920 | 7647 | — | — | 15924 | 13754 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 13 | SE 13 | SE 13 | SW 19 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
7 | 7 | 7 | 1782 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | N 3 | NNW 5 | W 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | WSW 15 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | — |
— | 4 | 38 | 240 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 8821 | 10640 | 15355 | 17933 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 13 | 120 | 24 | 543 | 590 | 111 | 180 | 33 | 180 | 107 | 180 | 233 | 33 | 1164 | 350 | 1994 | 64 | 33 | 33 |
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The above surf forecast table for Conto Springs provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Conto Springs can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Conto Springs 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 (Conto Springs) 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 Conto Springs 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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