Davidson Point Surf Break

Lat Long: 21.97° N 159.72° W

Davidson Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 7 am 01 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Davidson Point sea temperature is
27.1°C
0.1° 

Davidson Point surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Davidson Point surf forecast from 1 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Friday 4 Sep, 11AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 8s period, E swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 5 Sep, 8PM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 13s period, E swell with 1,256 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 1 Sep, 2PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 18s period with SSW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Davidson Point this week:

The surf forecast for Davidson Point over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 01) at 2PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 18s period. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Davidson Point in the next 16 days are 1.9m 13s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Sep 05) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.6m 8s period and expected on Tuesday (Sep 01) at 11PM.

Wave TypeTime (HST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 2PM (Tue 1st Sep)2.5ft (0.8m) 18s
Best Surf11AM (Fri 4th Sep)6.5ft (2.0m) 8s
Most Powerful 8PM (Sat 5th Sep)6ft (1.9m) 13s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Davidson Point over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s cooking for Davidson Point over the next couple of weeks.

We’ve got a bit of a slow start, but once it gets going, there are some real gems in this forecast. The water’s sitting at a warm 81°, which is bang on average for this time of year – no surprises there. The first proper action kicks off on Tuesday morning, the 1st of September. We’re looking at a clean 5ft swell out of the east, riding on an 8-second period. The wave energy is moderate at 504, and with glassy conditions and that light offshore wind from the ENE, it’s going to be a smooth, fun session for the intermediate crew. It’s a fairly consistent spot, so you won’t be waiting around forever. Afternoon sees the size drop right off to 2ft, but it’s got a super long 18-second period from the SSW – that’s proper groundswell energy, and it’ll be glassy again. It’ll be small but clean.

Wednesday the 2nd starts clean with a cross-off breeze and a 3ft SSW swell at 16 seconds. The energy is moderate (427). The real standout of the day though is Wednesday afternoon. The swell bumps up to 6ft from the east at 8 seconds, with 731 units of moderate energy. That’s a solid, punchy wave with a clean cross-off wind. This is shaping up nicely.

Thursday the 3rd and Friday the 4th keep the momentum going. Thursday sees the swell holding around 6ft to 6ft from the east, with energy climbing from 822 to 848. Clean cross-off winds all day. Friday is where things get special. The swell drops a touch to 4ft to 5ft, but it swings around to the SSE with a 12-second period. The energy jumps into the strong range – 1060 to 1082 – and with offshore wind on Friday afternoon, this is looking like excellent quality for experienced surfers. The wave shape should be much better with that longer period.

Saturday the 5th is a bit of a breather but still good – 5ft from the south, glassy conditions, and moderate energy (665 to 898). A nice, clean session.

Now, Sunday the 6th of September is the absolute highlight of this entire outlook. The swell is 6ft from the east with a 13-second period, and the combined wave energy hits a very strong 1493. It’s glassy all day with a slight offshore in the morning. This is serious, powerful groundswell. The water is glass, the energy is pumping, and it’s lined up for experienced surfers. This is the one to circle on the calendar.

Monday the 7th is a mixed bag. The morning is a bit average with cross-shore wind and a 3ft SSW swell at 17 seconds (821 energy). The afternoon, however, cleans right up with a cross-off breeze and the energy jumps to a very strong 1074. Still a 3ft swell at 17 seconds, so it’s long-period but not huge. A good option for the patient surfer.

Tuesday the 8th gets windy. A strong 25 km/h ESE breeze makes it tricky. The swell builds to 7ft from the SW at 14 seconds, with a massive 2607 energy – that’s very strong. But with that wind, it’s not going to be pretty. This one is more for the kites out there than paddle surfing.

Wednesday the 9th calms down again. The morning has some cross-shore chop with a 5ft SSW swell, but the afternoon is a glass-off dream with the wind dropping to zero. The swell is 7ft from the east at a short 6 seconds, with 869 energy. That’s a bit fat and lumpy, but glassy conditions can make anything fun.

The second week tails off a bit. Thursday the 10th to Saturday the 12th still have some decent size – 6ft to 7ft – but the periods are short (6 to 8 seconds) and the winds are mostly clean. The best of this period is Friday the 11th afternoon and Saturday the 12th morning. Friday afternoon sees a 4ft SSE swell at 14 seconds, with glassy conditions and a very strong 1110 energy. Saturday morning is similar – 5ft from the SE at 14 seconds, 1079 energy, glassy. Both are excellent for experienced surfers.

From Sunday the 13th onward, it drops right off. Tiny 1ft to 2ft swells with long periods but hardly any energy (down to 46). There’s a little bump midweek – Tuesday the 15th afternoon and Wednesday the 16th – with 2ft to 2ft swells at 18 to 20 seconds, but energy is still weak to low moderate (285 to 368). Glassy conditions though, so if you’re desperate for a longboard glide, it’s there.

So the standout here is without a doubt Sunday the 6th of September. Strong 6ft east groundswell, 13-second period, glassy, and pumping energy at 1493. That’s the one to wake up early for.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Wed afternoon. Warm (max 28°C on Wed afternoon, min 24°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Fri afternoon, min 24°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Tuesday
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Saturday
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Monday
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4
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Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
1.4
E
8
0.7
SSW
18
0.7
S
17
0.9
S
16
1.7
E
8
1.7
E
8
1.8
E
8
1.9
E
8
1.9
E
8
2
E
8
2.1
E
8
1.3
SSE
12
1.5
S
12
1.5
S
12
1.8
E
14
1.7
E
13
1.7
E
13
1.7
E
12
0.9
SSW
17
1
SSW
17
1.2
SW
12
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
241
333
290
427
368
359
408
403
435
534
557
494
604
614
1179
976
932
841
492
610
421
Wind (km/h)
5
ENE
5
NE
5
ENE
5
ESE
10
ESE
15
ENE
10
E
15
ENE
15
E
10
ENE
10
ENE
15
ENE
5
E
5
ENE
10
NE
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S
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NNE
10
ENE
10
SE
10
E
10
E
Wind State
glassy
glassy
glassy
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
off
cross-off
glassy
glassy
off
glassy
glassy
cross-off
cross
cross-off
cross-off
High Tide
5:37PM0.31m
8:09AM0.48m
5:28PM0.26m
9:31AM0.50m
10:56AM0.53m
12:07PM0.56m
11:30PM0.17m
1:03PM0.59m
00:49AM0.21m
1:49PM0.61m
1:43AM0.26m
Low Tide
1:12PM0.24m
00:27AM0.04m
3:37PM0.27m
1:08AM0.05m
2:09AM0.05m
3:41AM0.06m
8:29PM0.16m
5:12AM0.05m
8:41PM0.14m
6:23AM0.03m
8:59PM0.12m
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6:54
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Temp °C
27
27
26
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28
27
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28
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Feels °C
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27
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28
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Information about the Davidson Point Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Davidson Point provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Davidson Point can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Davidson Point 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 (Davidson Point) 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 Davidson Point 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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