Surf Forecasts:
Crouching Lion surf forecast from 1 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 8 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 11s period, ENE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 5 Sep, 11PM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 14s period, ENE swell with 1,998 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 8 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 11s period with ENE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Crouching Lion this week:
The surf forecast for Crouching Lion over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 08) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.8m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 14s. Another secondary swell of 1.2m and 6s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Crouching Lion in the next 16 days are 2.3m 14s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Sep 05) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.8m 12s period and expected on Friday (Sep 04) at 5AM.
| Wave Type | Time (HST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8AM (Tue 8th Sep) | 6ft (1.8m) 11s |
| Best Surf | 8AM (Tue 8th Sep) | 6ft (1.8m) 11s |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Sat 5th Sep) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Crouching Lion over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on offer.
Right off the bat, I gotta level with you. For the first week and a half here, it’s a tough run. The energy is there, but the wind is just murdering it. We’re looking at a solid stretch of poor surf conditions from the very start, all the way through to the 7th of September. The wind is hammering in from the ENE, mostly cross-onshore, and it’s making a mess of things. The waves are anywhere from 6ft to 8ft, but it’s all short-period, wind-affected slop. The combined energy is moderate to strong, getting up to a chunky 865 (moderate energy) on the 4th, but it’s not worth a paddle. The water temp is sitting at a very normal 80°F for this time of year, so no surprises there.
Now, we start to see a glimmer of hope on the 7th of September. The wind backs off a touch, swinging more easterly, and the combined energy is still pumping at 1538 (strong wave energy) on the Monday morning. The swell is 7ft from the E, with a very long period of 13 seconds. This is proper groundswell, which is a double-edged sword. At Crouching Lion, a point break, that long period should actually wrap in nicely, and the wind is a gentle cross-shore breeze, which will clean it up. The Tuesday the 8th is similar, with a touch less energy. This is the best window we’ve got. It’s not perfect, but it’s the only time the wind and swell line up.
The thing is, Crouching Lion is an inconsistent spot, so you’re rolling the dice a bit. When it’s on, it’s on, but it can be a waiting game. Also, it’s a spot that *sometimes* gets crowded, so expect a few others with the same idea.
After the 8th, it all goes pear-shaped again. The 9th of September sees a massive drop in swell, and the wind picks right back up, cross-onshore, ruining the 2ft to 5ft waves. The rest of the run into the 16th is pretty bleak. The energy drops right off to weak, with values between 211 and 440, and the wind is mostly cross-onshore or onshore.
So, if you’re keen, aim for the morning of the 7th through the 8th of September. That’s your best bet. The rest of the 16 days is a write-off, honestly. The wind just won’t play ball.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 9mm), mostly falling on Tue afternoon. Warm (max 26°C on Tue morning, min 24°C on Thu night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Sat afternoon. Warm (max 26°C on Fri morning, min 24°C on Fri night). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | Thursday 3 | Friday 4 | Saturday 5 | Sunday 6 | Monday 7 | |||||||||||||||
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) | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | E 14 | E 14 | ENE 14 | ENE 13 | ENE 13 | ENE 13 | ENE 12 | ENE 12 | ENE 12 | ENE 12 | ENE 12 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 412 | 493 | 629 | 621 | 536 | 576 | 414 | 623 | 512 | 500 | 472 | 659 | 1705 | 1630 | 1831 | 1532 | 1108 | 1121 | 1159 | 983 | 934 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross |
High Tide | 3:31PM0.60m | 6:30AM0.66m | 3:21PM0.55m | 8:29AM0.69m | 10:21AM0.75m | 11:23AM0.82m | 12:06PM0.87m | 10:48PM0.37m | 12:41PM0.90m | 11:50PM0.45m | |||||||||||
Low Tide | 10:57AM0.36m | 11:10PM0.03m | 12:13PM0.44m | 11:54PM0.03m | 1:01AM0.05m | 2:39AM0.05m | 4:10AM0.02m | 7:51PM0.29m | 5:18AM-0.01m | 7:46PM0.26m | |||||||||||
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 | 6:13 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — |
 | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:44 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:42 | — |
mm | — | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 |
Temp °C | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 26 |
Feels °C | 26 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 29 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | S 17 | S 16 | S 16 | E 13 | E 13 | E 12 | E 14 | E 14 | E 14 | E 14 | S 11 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SW 11 | ENE 12 | ENE 12 | ENE 12 | ENE 12 | ENE 12 |
| kJ | 107 | 107 | 93 | 130 | 79 | 123 | 119 | 107 | 260 | 298 | 472 | 659 | 88 | 78 | 46 | 30 | 1108 | 1121 | 1159 | 983 | 934 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 9 | S 12 | S 10 | E 14 | E 14 | S 15 | SSE 13 | SSE 12 | SSE 12 | S 12 | S 11 | S 11 | NNE 10 | NNE 10 | N 9 | SSW 16 | SW 11 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | S 17 | SSW 15 |
| kJ | 7 | 11 | 8 | 33 | 66 | 68 | 65 | 115 | 150 | 184 | 85 | 163 | 34 | 19 | 13 | 26 | 30 | 109 | 92 | 144 | 76 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 14 | E 15 | E 14 | S 10 | S 11 | S 11 | S 14 | SSW 14 | NW 9 | N 9 | S 12 | NNE 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 9 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSW 19 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 12 | S 10 |
| kJ | 8 | 4 | 14 | 8 | 23 | 9 | 66 | 38 | 3 | 2 | 75 | 12 | 19 | 16 | 9 | 9 | 71 | 18 | 19 | 21 | 30 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 14 | ENE 13 | ENE 13 | ENE 13 | — | — | — | — | E 4 |
| kJ | 412 | 493 | 629 | 621 | 536 | 576 | 414 | 623 | 512 | 500 | 468 | 312 | 1705 | 1630 | 1831 | 1532 | — | — | — | — | 19 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 36 | 141 | 36 | 37 | 39 | 39 | 38 | 143 | 38 | 39 | 141 | 36 | 36 | 37 | 30 | 30 | 36 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 21 |
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The above surf forecast table for Crouching Lion provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Crouching Lion can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Crouching Lion 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 (Crouching Lion) 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).
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