Davidson Point Surf Break

Lat Long: 21.97° N 159.72° W

Davidson Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 pm 06 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Davidson Point sea temperature is
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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 7 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 8 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 25ft (7.5m), 13s period, S swell with cross-onshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Tuesday 8 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 25ft (7.5m), 13s period, S swell with 19,818 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 8 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 25ft (7.5m), 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 (Sep 08) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 7.5m and 13s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-onshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Davidson Point in the next 16 days are 7.5m 13s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 08) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore 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 08) at 2PM.

Wave TypeTime (HST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 2AM (Tue 8th Sep)25ft (7.5m) 13s
Best Surf 2AM (Tue 8th Sep)25ft (7.5m) 13s
Most Powerful 2AM (Tue 8th Sep)25ft (7.5m) 13s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, this is Rusty. Let's talk about what's headed our way at Davidson Point.

We're looking at a bit of a messed-up start, with the first real chance to get wet coming on Sunday afternoon the 6th. The early part of the week has some size, but it's not for the faint of heart.

Sunday afternoon kicks things off with a solid 7ft swell from the east, riding a 12-second period. The wave energy is strong at 2033, and with light cross-offshore breeze, the surface is clean. This is serious, intermediate to expert territory. Water temp's sitting at a very warm 81°, which is spot on for this time of year, so no surprises on that front.

The real standout window looks like Friday afternoon, the 11th. After a run of small, ordinary surf, the afternoon turns on. We get a 4ft swell from the east with an 11-second period and, most importantly, glassy conditions with the wind dropping to nothing. The combined energy hits 557, which is a healthy moderate push. This is the moment for the crew who've been waiting. The swell direction isn't a perfect match for the spot's optimum, but with clean lines and no wind, the quality should be there.

Saturday the 12th holds some promise too, with glassy conditions in the afternoon and a similar 4ft easterly swell. It's not the standout Friday is, but a solid backup.

From Monday the 14th onwards, the waves drop right off. We're looking at tiny 1ft to 2ft swells for days. There are moments of glass, but it’s just not enough push to get excited about.

Come Wednesday afternoon the 18th, we see a slight uptick. A 3ft SSW swell on a long 17-second period, with glassy conditions. The combined energy is a moderate 537, and the surface will be perfect. This long-period groundswell will peel better if it gets a bit of shape, but at a point like this, that long period can mean longer waits between sets.

In summary, the standout bet is Friday afternoon the 11th for that early glass and punchy east swell. The next best is the glassy afternoon on the 18th, though that's a longer wait and a smaller, cleaner wave.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Heavy rain (total 63mm), heaviest during Mon night. Warm (max 28°C on Sun afternoon, min 24°C on Sun night). Winds increasing (calm on Sun afternoon, gales from the SE by Mon night).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Thu afternoon. Warm (max 28°C on Wed afternoon, min 24°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Sun
6
Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
11
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Direction
Period (s)
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E
12
1.8
SSW
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1.5
SSW
12
2.2
SSW
13
7.5
S
13
3
SSW
9
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0.5
SW
16
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11
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SSW
15
1.1
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10
1.2
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10
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10
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
1213
1127
645
1561
19818
1312
376
356
277
187
178
165
77
189
122
418
148
264
268
190
Wind (km/h)
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E
20
ESE
20
ENE
35
E
70
SSE
30
SSW
20
SSW
10
SW
10
SSE
10
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10
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10
ESE
10
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10
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10
ESE
5
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10
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Wind State
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High Tide
00:49AM0.21m
1:49PM0.61m
1:43AM0.26m
2:28PM0.60m
2:29AM0.32m
3:02PM0.58m
3:12AM0.37m
3:33PM0.54m
3:54AM0.42m
4:02PM0.48m
4:35AM0.46m
4:26PM0.43m
Low Tide
8:41PM0.14m
6:23AM0.03m
8:59PM0.12m
7:21AM0.02m
9:19PM0.10m
8:12AM0.02m
9:39PM0.09m
9:00AM0.04m
10:00PM0.07m
9:47AM0.08m
10:20PM0.06m
10:34AM0.12m
10:41PM0.05m
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 mm
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24
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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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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