Surf Forecasts:
Davidson Point surf forecast from 18 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 25 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 8s period, E swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 25 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 8s period, E swell with 669 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 18 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 13s period with S 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 (Aug 18) at 11AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 13s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Davidson Point in the next 16 days are 2.3m 8s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 25) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.7m 6s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 18) at 5PM.
| Wave Type | Time (HST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11AM (Tue 18th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 2AM (Tue 25th Aug) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Tue 25th Aug) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Davidson Point over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, Rusty here, looking at the next couple of weeks at Davidson Point. The good news is there’s surf on offer almost the whole way through, but it’s a real mixed bag of sizes and conditions. The standout sessions are going to be the larger, cleaner swells, so keep your eyes peeled for those windows.
Starting off the run, Tuesday the 18th is a bit of a tease. We’ve got a clean, glassy 2ft south swell (13-second period) in the afternoon, but the energy is only moderate (178). It’s surfable, but nothing to get excited about. Wednesday the 19th morning is a little better, with a 3ft easterly swell, but it’s a short-period 6-second wind swell, and the energy is still moderate (211). The conditions are glassy though, so it’ll be clean. The rest of the week and into the weekend is a bit frustrating with mostly small, south-southwest swells, clean but small. The water temp is sitting at 80°, which is bang on average for this time of year – no surprises there.
The first real standout comes on Sunday the 23rd morning. The swell jumps to 5ft from the east, short period at 7 seconds, but the energy is strong (469) and the wind is glassy. It’s not huge, but it’ll be a fun, clean session. For the more experienced crew, Monday the 24th morning is worth a look. The swell pushes to 6ft east (8 seconds), with very strong energy (669) and glassy calm conditions. This is a very good window. Then Tuesday the 25th morning is the best of the first week – a solid 7ft east swell (8 seconds), massive energy (1020), and clean with a light cross-offshore breeze. This is excellent surf, but at 7ft, it’s getting into expert territory, so beginners should sit this one out.
We’ve got some more quality on offer later in the week. Wednesday the 26th is a solid day with a 5ft south-southwest swell (12-second period), very strong energy (1206 in the morning and 1177 in the afternoon), and clean conditions. This is another excellent session for experienced surfers. The following week continues to pump. Sunday the 30th morning and afternoon are both looking very good, with 7ft to 7ft east swell (8-9 seconds), strong energy (661 to 796), and clean conditions. That afternoon is a real gem. The run ends on a high note, with Monday the 31st afternoon looking very good, 8ft east swell (9 seconds), glassy calm, and strong energy (914).
The first week of September has some potential too, but it’s a bit further out. Tuesday the 1st afternoon sees a 6ft south-southeast swell (10 seconds) with very strong energy (1108) and glassy conditions – excellent for experienced surfers. Wednesday the 2nd is a bit messier with cross-onshore winds, so that’s a pass.
The biggest call is Tuesday the 25th morning – that’s the standout. 7ft of east swell, glassy clean, and massive energy. It’s the one to circle on the calendar. Crowds are sometimes an issue here, so get in early.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Tue morning, min 24°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Sat morning, min 25°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 18 | Wednesday 19 | Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | |||||||||||||||
AM | 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) | S 13 | S 13 | S 13 | SW 16 | S 12 | E 8 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | E 7 | SSW 15 | E 8 | E 8 | SE 12 | E 8 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
165 | 165 | 158 | 75 | 69 | 105 | 154 | 145 | 184 | 197 | 171 | 226 | 173 | 166 | 182 | 243 | 144 | 318 | 387 | 193 | 669 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | glassy | glassy | cross-off | glassy | glassy | glassy | cross-on | glassy | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | glassy | off | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 8:43AM0.42m | 5:44PM0.27m | 10:05AM0.43m | 11:29AM0.45m | 12:34PM0.47m | 11:18PM0.16m | 1:21PM0.50m | 00:48AM0.18m | 1:59PM0.52m | 1:32AM0.20m | 2:31PM0.54m | 2:07AM0.23m | |||||||||
Low Tide | 4:02PM0.29m | 1:38AM0.08m | 2:26AM0.09m | 3:45AM0.10m | 9:51PM0.17m | 5:10AM0.09m | 9:28PM0.16m | 6:14AM0.07m | 9:32PM0.15m | 7:02AM0.04m | 9:42PM0.14m | ||||||||||
6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | |
— | 7:07 | — | — | 7:06 | — | — | 7:06 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:04 | — | — | 7:02 | — | — | 7:01 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 28 | 28 | 26 | 28 | 28 | 26 | 27 | 29 | 27 |
Feels °C | 29 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 28 | 30 | 31 | 29 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 13 | S 13 | S 13 | S 12 | S 12 | S 12 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | WNW 12 | WNW 12 | WNW 11 | NW 10 | SE 11 | NNE 6 | SE 12 | SE 12 | SE 12 |
165 | 165 | 158 | 69 | 69 | 69 | 154 | 145 | 184 | 197 | 171 | 226 | 210 | 269 | 211 | 80 | 116 | 33 | 175 | 193 | 301 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 6 | NE 5 | WNW 12 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | SSE 11 | NE 7 | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SE 10 | NW 11 | SE 12 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 |
18 | 13 | 48 | 18 | 16 | 14 | 17 | 41 | 23 | 54 | 51 | 74 | 173 | 166 | 162 | 76 | 92 | 112 | 52 | 73 | 38 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 5 | SSW 6 | NNE 5 | SW 16 | SE 5 | SW 16 | S 11 | NNE 6 | W 10 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NE 7 | S 14 | SSE 13 | SE 8 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 |
9 | 13 | 5 | 67 | 6 | 68 | 39 | 16 | 31 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 101 | 31 | 32 | 150 | 144 | 118 | 107 | 102 | 87 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 5 | E 6 | E 5 | E 6 | E 4 | E 8 | ENE 7 | — | — | — | — | ENE 7 | E 6 | ESE 5 | E 6 | E 7 | NE 4 | E 8 | E 8 | ENE 3 | E 8 |
108 | 180 | 94 | 75 | 69 | 105 | 73 | — | — | — | — | 72 | 74 | 9 | 182 | 243 | 6 | 318 | 387 | 1 | 669 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 336 | 0 |
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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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