Davidson Point Surf Break

Lat Long: 21.97° N 159.72° W

Davidson Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 pm 03 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Davidson Point sea temperature is
27.1° C
0.5° 

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 4 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 10 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 7s period, E swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Tuesday 4 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 11s period, E swell with 338 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 3 Aug, 5PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 8s period with E 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 Monday (Aug 03) at 5PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 13s. 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 1.2m 11s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 04) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.4m 8s period and expected on Monday (Aug 03) at 8PM.

Wave TypeTime (HST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 5PM (Mon 3rd Aug)4ft (1.2m) 8s
Best Surf 2PM (Mon 10th Aug)5ft (1.6m) 7s
Most Powerful 8PM (Tue 4th Aug)4ft (1.2m) 11s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, this is Rusty, and I’m looking at the next couple of weeks for Davidson Point. This is a reef setup, so it needs a proper swell direction to light up proper, and we’ve got a mix of small stuff and some real promise later in the window.

The opening is not going to get us too excited. Monday the 3rd of August has a little 3.9ft pulse from the east with glassy conditions, but it’s short period at 8 seconds, and the combined energy is only 263. It’s surfable, but it’s nothing to write home about. The water is sitting at 80.8°, which is pretty much average for the time of year, so no drama there.

Then we hit a flat spell. Tuesday the 4th through to Friday the 7th of August is mostly tiny, weak stuff. Swell heights are barely 1.3ft to 1.6ft, and even though we get some glassy moments, the wave energy is pathetic—mostly in the 60 to 150 range. It’s a real lull. You’d be kidding yourself to paddle out for that.

We get a little bump on the Saturday the 8th and Sunday the 9th of August. Swell from the east around 4.6ft to 4.9ft, but it’s still short period at 6 to 7 seconds. The wind is light and glassy, so the surface will be clean, but the waves won’t have much push. Energy is moderate, hitting 311 to 454. It’s okay for a fun session, but it’s not a standout.

Now, the real standout is the period from Wednesday the 12th of August through to Sunday the 16th of August. This is where it gets good. A solid long-period groundswell from the south starts to show up. Wednesday morning the 12th sees 2.6ft at 18 seconds, but the energy is already strong at 804. By Thursday the 13th of August, it’s even better. Thursday afternoon is the absolute gem: 3.6ft from the south, 15 seconds, and the combined energy is a massive 1214. The wind goes glassy, calm. That is excellent surf for an experienced surfer. The reef will handle that long period well, making for some lined-up, juicy waves. This is the best day on offer.

Friday the 14th of August morning has a bigger 6.9ft from the east, but it’s short period at 7 seconds. That’s pushing into expert territory for size, and the short period will make it a bit junky and challenging. The afternoon is an average cross-shore wind. Not the best.

The weekend of the 15th and 16th of August is still very good. Saturday the 15th has 6.2ft from the east, 8 seconds, with clean offshore winds from the east-northeast. Energy is 832 to 910. That’s solid, punchy stuff. Sunday the 16th is a little smaller at 5.2ft, but with glassy conditions in the morning. These are all good, clean waves.

So, to wrap it up: the first week is a bust. The real action is from the 12th to the 16th of August. The standout is Thursday the 13th of August afternoon with that long period south swell, glassy wind, and serious energy. Go get it.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Wed afternoon. Warm (max 27°C on Tue morning, min 24°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Thu afternoon. Warm (max 27°C on Fri morning, min 24°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

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Energy kJ
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235
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High Tide
6:27PM0.39m
8:40AM0.39m
6:44PM0.33m
10:03AM0.44m
11:24AM0.50m
12:30PM0.55m
1:25PM0.60m
00:14AM0.17m
2:12PM0.64m
1:28AM0.19m
Low Tide
1:30AM0.05m
2:18PM0.27m
2:09AM0.04m
2:59AM0.03m
4:05AM0.02m
5:16AM-0.00m
9:29PM0.16m
6:22AM-0.03m
9:47PM0.13m
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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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