Davidson Point Surf Break

Lat Long: 21.97° N 159.72° W

Davidson Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 am 24 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Davidson Point sea temperature is
27.1°C
0.2° 

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 24 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 24 Aug, 5PM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 7s period, E swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 27 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 17s period, S swell with 567 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 24 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 7s 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 24) at 11AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.6m and 7s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 14s. 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 1.0m 17s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 27) at 2PM. 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 6s period and expected on Friday (Aug 28) at 5PM.

Wave TypeTime (HST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)11AM (Mon 24th Aug)5ft (1.6m) 7s
Best Surf 5PM (Mon 24th Aug)7ft (2.2m) 7s
Most Powerful 2PM (Thu 27th Aug)3.5ft (1.0m) 17s

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


The Lowdown

G’day, Rusty here.

Alright, let’s have a look at what’s shaping up for Davidson Point over the next couple of weeks. We’ve got a bit of a mixed bag, but there are some absolute gems in here if you time it right.

For the next few days it’s all about that mid-range east swell, nothing too huge but enough to get you moving. The water temp is sitting at 81°, which is pretty much dead average for this time of year – no surprises there.

Monday the 24th kicks things off with a clean 5ft swell from the east, period around 7 seconds. Winds are cross-offshore, so the surf will be tidy. Not a standout, but a solid start to the week.

Tuesday the 25th sees a little bump in size, 6ft from the east, still cross-offshore and clean. Good fun, but we’re building toward something better.

Now, Wednesday the 26th – this is where it gets interesting. The morning brings a glassy 6ft east swell with that light offshore air, and the combined energy is pumping at 712 (moderate energy, but on the stronger side). That’s a real nice window for Davidson Point. The afternoon flips completely: a 2ft south groundswell rolls in with a very long 18-second period, totally glassed out. That’s going to be clean and lined up, but the small size means it’s more of a longboard or fish kind of session.

Thursday the 27th keeps the south swell alive, 3ft, 17-second period, glassy conditions all day. Again, not big, but beautifully clean. Friday the 28th drops a little more, but still glassy and rideable.

The first real standout? I’d call Wednesday morning the 26th the pick of the first week. That 6ft east swell with glassy conditions and moderate energy (712) will give you clean, fun waves. For a more experienced crew, Saturday afternoon on the 5th of September is a ripper – 6ft east swell with a 13-second period and combined energy of 1293 (strong energy). That’s a proper groundswell, and with glassy conditions, Davidson Point reef will be working well. It’s only for experienced surfers at that size and energy, but if you’ve got the skills, that’s the session to circle.

Sunday the 6th of September also has a good pulse: 5ft east swell, 11-second period, energy at 1012 (strong), and calm glass. Another excellent call for those who know what they’re doing.

Throughout the forecast, you’ll see plenty of glassy or light offshore mornings. The south swells with periods over 15 seconds will offer longer waits between sets but cleaner, more powerful lines – best on the reef at Davidson Point.

Crowds can be an issue here sometimes, so if you can sneak out mid-week or early, you’ll have a better chance of getting your pick.

So, my top tip: Wednesday the 26th morning for a clean, fun session. And for the big stuff, Saturday the 5th of September afternoon – mark it down.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Some drizzle, heaviest during Mon afternoon. Warm (max 29°C on Mon morning, min 24°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Sat morning, min 24°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Monday
24
Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
1.6
E
7
2.2
E
7
1.5
E
7
1.9
E
7
1.9
E
7
1.5
E
7
1.7
E
7
0.7
S
18
0.8
S
19
0.9
S
17
0.9
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17
1
S
15
0.8
S
15
0.9
S
14
0.8
S
14
1.5
E
7
1.6
E
7
1.5
E
7
1.4
E
7
1.3
E
7
0.5
SSW
15
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
247
417
205
312
345
218
274
304
448
443
443
452
267
315
232
210
219
222
205
163
126
Wind (km/h)
10
E
5
E
15
E
15
ESE
10
ENE
10
E
5
ESE
0
SE
10
ENE
5
S
0
N
10
ENE
5
SSE
0
ENE
15
ENE
10
ESE
10
ENE
15
ENE
5
SE
10
SSE
10
NE
Wind State
cross-off
cross-off
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cross-off
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High Tide
2:31PM0.54m
2:07AM0.23m
3:00PM0.55m
2:40AM0.26m
3:26PM0.55m
3:15AM0.29m
3:51PM0.54m
3:52AM0.33m
4:15PM0.52m
4:32AM0.37m
4:38PM0.48m
5:15AM0.41m
5:00PM0.43m
Low Tide
9:42PM0.14m
7:43AM0.02m
9:54PM0.13m
8:20AM0.02m
10:09PM0.12m
8:58AM0.03m
10:26PM0.10m
9:37AM0.05m
10:45PM0.09m
10:18AM0.09m
11:05PM0.07m
11:04AM0.14m
11:29PM0.05m
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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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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