Dee Why Point Surf Break

Lat Long: 33.76° S 151.31° E

Dee Why Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 am 18 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Dee Why Point sea temperature is
17.0° C
0.9° 

Dee Why Point surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Dee Why Point surf forecast from 18 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 19 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 11s period, ESE swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 19 Aug, 4PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 10s period, E swell with 262 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 19 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 11s period with ESE swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Dee Why Point this week:

The surf forecast for Dee Why Point over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 19) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Dee Why Point in the next 16 days are 1.2m 10s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 19) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 3s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 25) at 10AM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 1AM (Wed 19th Aug)2ft (0.6m) 11s
Best Surf 1AM (Wed 19th Aug)2ft (0.6m) 11s
Most Powerful 4PM (Wed 19th Aug)4ft (1.2m) 10s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for Dee Why Point over the next couple of weeks. I’ll be straight with you—there’s a bit of a lean patch to sit through, but there’s a proper pulse of swell waiting for those who can be patient.

The water is sitting at 63°, which is about 2° cooler than usual for this time of year—nothing too dramatic, just a touch on the nippy side.

Right now, we’re looking at small, messy energy. Tuesday the 18th is not one to bother with. It’s cloudy, onshore from the ENE at 9 mph, and the swell is a weak 3 ft coming from the ESE at a short 7 seconds. The energy is moderate at best (144). It’s just not happening.

Wednesday the 19th morning is the first flicker of hope. Skies clear, wind drops right off to glassy from the NW at 3 mph. The swell is only 2 ft from the ESE, but the period stretches to 10 seconds, giving it a bit more shape. The energy is still moderate (170). It’s surfable, but very ordinary—a tiny little session for the desperate.

Then we go into a long, flat spell. From Wednesday afternoon right through to the 30th of August, there’s nothing worth paddling out for. Small scraps of swell, messy winds, and poor conditions dominate. It’s a two-week gap of quiet, with barely a wave worth the name.

Monday the 31st of August is where things change. Morning sees a jump to 7 ft from the S at 10 seconds, with clean cross-offshore winds from the WNW at 19 mph. The energy jumps to strong (804). The afternoon gets even better—8 ft from the same direction, same period, with the energy spiking into very strong territory (2348). The winds stay cross-off and clean. This is a solid swell for experienced surfers only. It’s walled-up and powerful, and with that 10-second period, it’s got good lines. Expect crowds here because Dee Why Point handles the size well.

The standout window is Tuesday the 1st of September, morning session. Swell hits 10 ft from the S at 10 seconds, with clean, moderate offshore wind from the SW at 12 mph. The wave energy is very strong (1740). This is excellent surf for experienced surfers—big, powerful, and clean. The optimum swell direction is from the SSE, so this S swell is close to ideal. If you’ve got the skill, this is the session to circle.

Wednesday the 2nd sees the swell drop back a notch. Morning is 6 ft from the SE at 10 seconds, with light cross-shore winds from the SSE at 3 mph. Energy is still strong (1211). Afternoon edges up to 7 ft from the SSE at 9 seconds, with a light cross-onshore breeze. It’s still rideable for the crew who know what they’re doing, but the wind isn’t as clean, so it’s a step down from the Tuesday perfection.

So, the pick of the whole outlook is Tuesday the 1st of September. That’s the one. Big S groundswell, clean offshore wind, and Dee Why Point doing what it does best. The Monday beforehand is a solid warm-up for the experienced. Everything else is small, weak, or just plain flat.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Some drizzle, heaviest during Tue night. Warm (max 20°C on Thu morning, min 14°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Fri morning, min 14°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Tuesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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Energy kJ
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262
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Wind (km/h)
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NW
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WNW
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High Tide
12:06PM1.33m
00:16AM1.06m
12:54PM1.30m
1:11AM0.94m
1:50PM1.27m
2:23AM0.87m
2:55PM1.26m
3:45AM0.85m
4:00PM1.28m
4:56AM0.88m
4:57PM1.33m
5:48AM0.93m
5:45PM1.40m
Low Tide
6:28PM0.43m
6:14AM0.39m
7:33PM0.49m
6:56AM0.47m
8:49PM0.51m
7:52AM0.53m
10:06PM0.50m
9:00AM0.56m
11:09PM0.45m
10:09AM0.54m
11:58PM0.38m
11:07AM0.50m
00:37AM0.31m
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Information about the Dee Why Point Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Dee Why Point provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Dee Why Point can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Dee Why 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 (Dee Why 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 Dee Why 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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