Surf Forecasts:
D Street surf forecast from 16 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 18 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 16s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 15 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 16s period, SSW swell with 666 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 17 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 14s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for D Street this week:
The surf forecast for D Street over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 17) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 6s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at D Street in the next 16 days are 1.2m 16s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 15) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Mon 17th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 8AM (Tue 18th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Sat 15th Aug) | 4ft (1.2m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for D Street over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s check out what’s cookin’ for the next couple of weeks.
Honestly, it’s a slow start. We’re looking at a long stretch of small, weak surf, but there’s a little light at the end of the tunnel. The water is a balmy 73°, which is a huge 5° warmer than usual for this time of year – you won’t need a thick suit.
The first real chance is on Saturday, August 15th, in the afternoon. D Street’s got a 4ft SSW groundswell rolling in with a long 16-second period. The energy is moderate (737). The wind is offshore from the W at 9 mph, so it’ll be glassy. The notes say *marginal surf forecast or questionable tide conditions*, so it’s not a classic, but it’s the best we’ve got to start. The swell is small enough for beginners, but that long period will give it some push.
Sunday the 16th is similar, with a 3ft SSW swell and the same 15-second period. The morning is the pick with light offshore winds, energy dropping a bit (539). After that, it’s a slow fade.
From Monday the 17th all the way through to Friday, August 28th, we’re in a real flat spell. Swell heights hang between 2ft and 3ft, and most days are flagged as “poor surf conditions” or “marginal.” The wind is mostly light offshore, but there’s just no juice in the water. That’s a solid gap of nearly two weeks where you’re better off doing something else.
Now, the real standout – and it’s a long way out, so don’t book the day off yet – is the end of the run. On Friday, August 28th, the afternoon shows a jump: a 4ft SSW swell with a 16-second period. The energy goes strong (1041). Light offshore wind from the WSW at 6 mph. That’s a proper groundswell hitting the sandbar. Then Saturday the 29th morning holds 4ft SSW with a 17-second period and energy still strong (1021). Same clean offshore wind. That’s the best on offer, without a doubt. It’s a wait, but that’s the one to keep an eye on. The waves should have some shape and power for the size.
For the rest of the time, there’s just not much to get excited about. If you’re really keen, the Saturday the 15th and Sunday the 16th morning sessions are your only real options until that late August pulse.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Tue morning, min 19°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Wed morning, min 22°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Sat 15 | Sunday 16 | Monday 17 | Tuesday 18 | Wednesday 19 | Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 16 | SSW 17 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 |
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683 | 666 | 493 | 443 | 367 | 367 | 264 | 316 | 232 | 243 | 339 | 382 | 387 | 242 | 236 | 236 | 170 | 156 | 137 | 98 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | glassy | on | on | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | on | on | glassy |
High Tide | 11:45PM1.85m | 12:25PM1.96m | 00:34AM1.60m | 1:01PM1.93m | 1:35AM1.37m | 1:41PM1.88m | 3:23AM1.21m | 2:33PM1.82m | 3:47PM1.79m | 8:25AM1.36m | 5:06PM1.83m | |||||||||
Low Tide | 5:51PM0.72m | 5:58AM0.56m | 6:46PM0.75m | 6:24AM0.77m | 7:51PM0.79m | 6:46AM0.96m | 9:15PM0.81m | 7:01AM1.12m | 10:59PM0.76m | 00:19AM0.65m | 10:08AM1.35m | 1:10AM0.54m | ||||||||
— | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | |
7:35 | — | — | 7:34 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:29 | — | — | 7:28 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 20 | 22 | 23 | 21 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 25 | 25 | 22 | 26 | 26 | 23 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 26 | 27 | 24 |
Feels °C | 21 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 25 | 23 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 27 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 26 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | W 6 | W 6 | W 7 | W 7 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 |
683 | 666 | 493 | 443 | 367 | 367 | 60 | 64 | 106 | 81 | 339 | 382 | 387 | 242 | 236 | 236 | 170 | 156 | 137 | 98 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 11 | W 4 | W 5 | S 10 | S 10 | W 6 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 16 | SSW 17 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 7 | W 6 | W 7 | W 5 | W 6 | W 6 | W 7 |
37 | 10 | 12 | 18 | 8 | 47 | 264 | 316 | 232 | 243 | 68 | 80 | 63 | 26 | 19 | 23 | 13 | 20 | 21 | 21 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 11 | S 11 | S 11 | W 11 | W 10 | S 10 | SSW 18 | S 10 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SW 19 | SW 20 | W 14 | SW 18 | SW 19 | WNW 13 | WNW 12 | SW 18 | SSW 16 | SW 17 |
10 | 20 | 20 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 32 | 7 | 114 | 98 | 15 | 16 | 4 | 50 | 56 | 16 | 27 | 81 | 51 | 47 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 4 | — | WNW 5 | W 5 | W 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
7 | — | 14 | 27 | 40 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 47 | 46 | 46 | 47 | 39 | 46 | 46 | 0 | 47 | 46 | 0 | 47 | 47 | 0 | 95 | 24 | 0 | 47 | 47 | 0 |
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Information about the D Street Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for D Street provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at D Street can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our D Street 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 (D Street) 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 D Street 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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