Surf Forecasts:
D and W surf forecast from 21 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 22 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 6s period, W swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 27 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 7s period, WNW swell with 239 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 22 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 6s period with W swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for D and W this week:
The surf forecast for D and W over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 22) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 6s 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 and W in the next 16 days are 1.6m 7s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 27) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.4m 12s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 27) at 2PM.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Sat 22nd Aug) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 6s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Sat 22nd Aug) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 6s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Thu 27th Aug) | 5ft (1.6m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for D and W over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let me tell you straight up, looking at the 16-day window for D and W, it’s a tough stretch. The forecast is basically a flat spell with a few weak pulses that just don’t line up right. The first real chance for a wave doesn’t show up until Thursday the 3rd of September, and even then, it’s a real gamble.
For the first two weeks, from Thursday the 20th of August right through to Wednesday the 3rd of September, the surf is practically non-existent. We’re talking days of tiny, weak swells, mostly under 2ft, and almost always with onshore or cross-onshore winds. The water is a warm 70°, which is much warmer than normal for this time of year, but that’s about the only positive. The combined energy is weak, rarely breaking 100 (getting as low as 14 on the 21st), so you’re looking at flat, choppy conditions. It’s a real bummer.
Now, the one tiny glimmer in this whole forecast is on the morning of Thursday the 3rd of September. A swell from the WNW pushes in at 5ft, with a period of 8 seconds. The combined energy jumps to 517 (moderate wave energy), which is the biggest pulse we’ll see. It’s a cross-shore wind from the SSE, which is rare and could offer a clean-ish window. But this is a beach/jetty setup, and with that short period, it’s going to be a bit wonky and close out. It’s marginal at best, and honestly, the conditions are still questionable. With the swell size, it’s starting to get a bit much for beginners, but it’s not a proper groundswell for the experts to get excited about either.
Honestly, there’s no standout day here. The Thursday morning of the 3rd is the only thing even worth a look, but I’d keep your expectations on the floor. It’s the kind of setup that might be more interesting for the kite surfers than for us paddle guys. For the rest of the window, you’re better off doing something else. The long-range hope for Tuesday the 25th of August shows a bit of energy (308), but it’s still small and onshore. It’s a rough run.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Fri afternoon, min 21°C on Thu morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 30°C on Tue afternoon, min 23°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 19 | W 6 | W 6 | W 5 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 18 | SW 19 | W 6 | W 6 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | W 6 | WNW 7 | W 6 | WNW 7 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 57 | 34 | 23 | 14 | 50 | 47 | 50 | 57 | 123 | 31 | 111 | 157 | 154 | 140 | 224 | 216 | 127 | 178 | 157 | 75 | 239 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | on | glassy | on | on | glassy | on | on | glassy | on | on | glassy | on | on | glassy | on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | on | cross |
High Tide | 4:08PM1.38m | 8:59AM0.99m | 5:31PM1.41m | 8:56AM1.06m | 6:35PM1.49m | 9:08AM1.11m | 7:22PM1.58m | 9:22AM1.16m | 8:00PM1.67m | 9:38AM1.21m | 8:34PM1.74m | 9:56AM1.27m | 9:07PM1.77m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 00:40AM0.28m | 10:36AM0.99m | 1:33AM0.17m | 12:28PM0.95m | 2:12AM0.08m | 1:19PM0.87m | 2:42AM0.00m | 1:55PM0.77m | 3:10AM-0.05m | 2:28PM0.67m | 3:35AM-0.08m | 3:00PM0.58m | 3:58AM-0.08m | ||||||||
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 | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — |
 | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:32 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:29 | — | — | 7:27 | — |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 24 | 25 | 22 | 25 | 26 | 23 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 28 | 29 | 27 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 30 | 30 |
Feels °C | 26 | 26 | 23 | 26 | 26 | 23 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | W 6 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | W 6 | W 6 | SSW 15 | W 6 | W 6 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | W 6 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | S 13 | S 13 | W 6 | S 13 | W 6 |
| kJ | 183 | 186 | 23 | 101 | 99 | 47 | 32 | 71 | 75 | 31 | 98 | 215 | 53 | 140 | 224 | 216 | 128 | 202 | 98 | 401 | 137 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 6 | W 6 | SSW 14 | W 5 | SW 18 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 15 | SSW 13 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 12 | S 13 | S 13 | SW 16 | SW 16 | S 14 | SSW 16 | S 12 |
| kJ | 24 | 15 | 175 | 14 | 50 | 99 | 63 | 57 | 167 | 66 | 111 | 157 | 154 | 50 | 126 | 89 | 127 | 124 | 315 | 280 | 280 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 19 | WNW 12 | S 10 | SW 18 | SSE 10 | SW 17 | SW 18 | SW 19 | SW 19 | SSW 16 | S 16 | SSE 10 | S 15 | SSW 14 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 11 | S 16 | S 12 | W 14 | SSW 15 |
| kJ | 57 | 14 | 8 | 81 | 9 | 47 | 50 | 57 | 59 | 85 | 44 | 11 | 109 | 70 | 11 | 10 | 11 | 81 | 174 | 32 | 334 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | W 6 | — | — | W 5 | — | — | W 6 | W 6 | — | W 5 | W 6 | W 6 | W 5 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | WNW 7 | W 6 | WNW 7 |
| kJ | — | 34 | — | — | 9 | — | — | 21 | 123 | — | 21 | 55 | 91 | 45 | 106 | 92 | 92 | 178 | 157 | 75 | 239 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 16 | 30 | 1 | 17 | 30 | 1 | 53 | 30 | 0 | 139 | 106 | 0 | 53 | 106 | 0 | 64 | 181 | 0 | 16 | 53 | 4 |
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The above surf forecast table for D and W provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at D and W can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our D and W 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 and W) 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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