
Surf Forecasts:
Deadman's surf forecast from 8 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 10 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 9s period, NW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 12 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 8ft (2.4m), 9s period, NW swell with 1,011 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 7 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 19s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Deadman's this week:
The surf forecast for Deadman's over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 07) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.5m and 19s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 13s. Another secondary swell of 0.9m and 6s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Deadman's in the next 16 days are 2.4m 9s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Fri 7th Aug) | 1.5ft (0.5m) 19s |
| Best Surf | 8AM (Mon 10th Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Wed 12th Aug) | 8ft (2.4m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Deadman's over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s talk about what’s on the table for the next couple of weeks. We’ve only got one spot in the mix this time, so let’s get into it.
Deadman's (reef)
Right off the bat, we’re looking at a bit of a slow start. The first real action pops up on Friday afternoon, August 7th, with a tiny 1ft SSW swell rolling in, but it’s got some serious grunt for its size with a period of 18 seconds. That’s proper groundswell, and with glassy conditions and some clouds, it’ll be clean. The water’s sitting at 56°, which is about average for this time of year, so nothing to complain about on that front. The combined energy is weak, at 303, so don’t expect much push, but the shape should be there for the small stuff.
The standout for the whole run is shaping up to be Wednesday, August 12th. The afternoon glass-off with a 3 mph west wind is going to make it absolutely pristine. We’ve got a 6ft NW swell with a period of 8 seconds, which is on the short side, but for a reef break like this, it’ll still offer up some fun corners. The energy is moderate at 613. If you can get out there, that’s the call.
The real best on offer, however, is the afternoon of Wednesday, August 19th. We’re seeing a solid 5ft NW swell, period of 13 seconds, and glassy conditions with a 3 mph northwest wind. The combined energy is strong at 1143, and that long-period groundswell will wrap beautifully into this reef. This is a session for experienced surfers, and it’s the highlight of the whole outlook. Mark it down.
Now, for the rest of the run. We’ll see a lot of marginal days with cross-shore winds and moderate swell, especially in the first week. The biggest swell comes through the 11th and 12th, with heights up to 8ft, but the wind is mostly cross-shore, which will mess up the line-up. The 8ft days are only for the experienced crew, and even then, the conditions aren’t ideal.
The second week quiets down a bit. Plenty of smaller SSW swell, mostly in the 3ft to 3ft range, with cross-shore winds. Nothing to get too worked up about until that 19th. The 21st shows a 5ft NW swell with a 5-second period and cross-offshore wind, which is clean but short-period.
Overall, it’s not a bad run for Deadman’s, but it’s a one-trick pony. The 19th of August is the standout, and the 12th is a close second. Everything else is a pick-and-choose game with the tides.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Sat afternoon, min 13°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Mon night, min 12°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Fri 7 | Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 18 | SW 16 | SSW 17 | NW 7 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
133 | 133 | 237 | 346 | 244 | 375 | 569 | 515 | 447 | 625 | 421 | 910 | 631 | 481 | 830 | 408 | 757 | 499 | 393 | 245 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | glassy | glassy | cross-on | glassy | cross |
High Tide | 6:25PM2.00m | 9:17AM1.22m | 7:32PM2.07m | 10:17AM1.32m | 8:38PM2.14m | 11:04AM1.42m | 9:40PM2.20m | 11:46AM1.52m | 10:37PM2.21m | 12:25PM1.62m | 11:32PM2.16m | 1:02PM1.70m | 00:26AM2.05m | |||||||
Low Tide | 2:13AM-0.06m | 12:59PM1.00m | 3:17AM-0.21m | 2:19PM1.00m | 4:13AM-0.33m | 3:32PM0.93m | 5:03AM-0.38m | 4:37PM0.81m | 5:48AM-0.37m | 5:34PM0.68m | 6:30AM-0.30m | 6:27PM0.56m | ||||||||
— | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | |
8:22 | — | — | 8:22 | — | — | 8:21 | — | — | 8:19 | — | — | 8:17 | — | — | 8:16 | — | — | 8:15 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 15 | 16 | 21 | 25 | 23 | 19 | 24 | 20 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 17 | 20 | 20 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 14 | 15 | 14 |
Feels °C | 14 | 14 | 18 | 21 | 19 | 15 | 19 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 15 | 18 | 17 | 15 | 17 | 16 | 14 | 14 | 14 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SW 13 | SSW 17 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | NW 9 | SSW 13 | SSW 18 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 |
79 | 80 | 237 | 240 | 146 | 263 | 196 | 167 | 165 | 163 | 60 | 447 | 59 | 209 | 398 | 408 | 757 | 499 | 393 | 235 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 18 | SW 16 | SSW 13 | SW 12 | NW 10 | SW 12 | SSW 12 | SW 21 | SW 21 | SW 20 | SW 20 | SSW 13 | SW 18 | SW 14 | SSW 18 | SW 17 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 |
133 | 133 | 65 | 21 | 52 | 37 | 28 | 72 | 67 | 98 | 134 | 70 | 113 | 53 | 207 | 137 | 173 | 206 | 201 | 245 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 12 | SSW 19 | NW 12 | W 13 | SSW 12 | W 12 | W 12 | SSW 11 | W 12 | W 15 | SW 16 | SW 19 | SW 14 | WNW 12 | SW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | S 11 | S 11 | SSW 21 |
11 | 74 | 21 | 31 | 56 | 28 | 26 | 25 | 11 | 4 | 39 | 95 | 33 | 30 | 43 | 68 | 70 | 9 | 9 | 86 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 6 | NW 6 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 8 | — | — | — | — | — |
80 | 53 | 130 | 346 | 244 | 375 | 569 | 515 | 447 | 625 | 421 | 910 | 631 | 481 | 830 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1 | 1 | 195 | 728 | 28 | 210 | 385 | 2 | 509 | 2 | 2 | 282 | 2 | 1 | 140 | 129 | 1 | 120 | 1 | 1 |
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The above surf forecast table for Deadman's provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Deadman's can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Deadman's 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 (Deadman's) 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 Deadman's 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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