
Surf Forecasts:
Dolphinarium surf forecast from 6 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 9 Aug, 12AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 6s period, WNW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 9 Aug, 6AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 7s period, WNW swell with 59 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 9 Aug, 12AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 6s period with WNW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Dolphinarium this week:
The surf forecast for Dolphinarium over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 09) at 12AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 6s period. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Dolphinarium in the next 16 days are 0.8m 7s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 09) at 6AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (IDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 12AM (Sun 9th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 6s |
| Best Surf | 12AM (Sun 9th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 6s |
| Most Powerful | 6AM (Sun 9th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Dolphinarium over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s be straight with you – the next couple of weeks at Dolphinarium are looking pretty grim. We’ve got a long stretch of barely surfable conditions, so don’t get your hopes up for any epic sessions.
The overall pattern is dominated by weak, short-period windswell from the WNW, with very little energy behind it. The combined swell energy is almost always in the low double digits, barely cracking 100 on a couple of days – that’s weak, gutless stuff. The water temperature is sitting at 85°F and with a anomaly of 3°F, it’s a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so at least you won’t be cold.
For the first week, from Thursday the 6th of August right through to Saturday the 15th, it’s a real struggle. The swell is tiny, mostly 1ft to 3ft, with a period of just 6 seconds – that’s pure wind chop. The wind is mostly cross-off in the mornings, but the afternoons are ruined by moderate cross-onshore breezes that make it choppy and messy.
There’s a tiny glimmer on Sunday morning the 9th of August. The swell bumps up to 3ft from the WNW, and the wind goes glassy – a light breeze from the WSW. The combined energy is a weak 57, and the waves are described as “surfable but very ordinary”. For a beginner, this might be a chance to get a few soft, clean waves, but it’s not going to get anyone excited. The spot is fairly consistent, but crowds are possible, especially if it’s the only clean window.
The second week doesn’t offer much more. Sunday the 16th of August has a bit more push, with the swell hitting 3ft and the combined energy climbing to 116, but the afternoon wind is strong cross-onshore, making it a mess. The best chance in the whole 16 days might be Monday morning the 17th of August. The swell is 3ft from the WNW, with a 7-second period – still short, but the energy is moderate at 114. The wind is cross-off from the SW, keeping the surface clean. It’s still not a standout, but it’s the cleanest wave with the most push we’ll see. The waves are “surfable but very ordinary,” so temper your expectations. The swell direction is WNW, but the optimum for this spot is NW, so it’s not ideal.
Honestly, this is a tough run. The combined energy is weak for the entire period, with only a few days reaching moderate levels. For a break that’s exposed, the lack of any decent groundswell is a real bummer. If you’re desperate for a paddle, stick to the glassy mornings and hope for the best. Otherwise, it’s a waiting game.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 29°C on Thu morning, min 25°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 32°C on Tue morning, min 27°C on Sun morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | |||||||||||||||
AM | 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) | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | NW 6 | NW 6 | WNW 6 | WNW 7 | WNW 7 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | WNW 7 | WNW 7 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | N 4 | WNW 6 | NW 6 | NNW 4 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
15 | 28 | 21 | 18 | 28 | 27 | 38 | 49 | 57 | 57 | 51 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 16 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 19 | 19 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-on | glassy | cross-off | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-on | glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | on | cross-on | glassy | on | on | on | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 4:26PM0.22m | 5:10AM0.28m | 7:19PM0.22m | 7:10AM0.30m | 8:53PM0.25m | 8:28AM0.33m | 9:41PM0.28m | 9:21AM0.37m | 10:18PM0.31m | 10:05AM0.40m | 10:51PM0.33m | 10:43AM0.42m | 11:22PM0.35m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 10:27AM0.13m | 10:03PM0.15m | 12:50PM0.13m | 00:24AM0.17m | 2:28PM0.09m | 2:10AM0.15m | 3:22PM0.05m | 3:10AM0.12m | 4:04PM0.02m | 3:55AM0.09m | 4:40PM-0.01m | 4:33AM0.06m | 5:13PM-0.02m | 5:09AM0.04m | |||||||
5:58 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | |
— | 7:34 | — | — | 7:32 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:29 | — | — | 7:28 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 29 | 29 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 31 | 31 | 28 | 32 | 32 | 29 | 33 | 33 | 30 |
Feels °C | 30 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 31 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 30 | 28 | 32 | 31 | 28 | 32 | 31 | 29 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 6 | — | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | — | NW 6 | NW 6 | — | WNW 7 | WNW 7 | — | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | WNW 7 | WNW 7 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | NNW 4 | — | NW 6 |
15 | — | 21 | 18 | — | 27 | 38 | — | 57 | 57 | — | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 16 | 8 | 7 | 5 | — | 10 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 3 | — | — | WNW 6 | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | 7 | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | WNW 6 | — | — | WNW 6 | — | — | WNW 6 | — | — | WNW 6 | — | — | NNW 2 | NNE 4 | — | NNW 3 | N 4 | — | NW 6 | NNW 4 |
— | 28 | — | — | 28 | — | — | 49 | — | — | 51 | — | — | 1 | 4 | — | 3 | 9 | — | 19 | 19 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 2229 | 2229 | 2229 | 2229 | 2229 | 2229 | 2229 | 2229 | 0 | 0 | 2229 | 443 | 446 | 1336 | 1073 | 2707 | 3497 | 937 | 2707 | 3606 | 3438 |
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Information about the Dolphinarium Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Dolphinarium provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Dolphinarium can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Dolphinarium 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 (Dolphinarium) 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 Dolphinarium 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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