
Surf Forecasts:
Dongara-Port Denison surf forecast from 26 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 26 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 14s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 1 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 16s period, SW swell with 4,328 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 26 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 14s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Dongara-Port Denison this week:
The surf forecast for Dongara-Port Denison over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 26) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.3m and 14s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Dongara-Port Denison in the next 16 days are 3.0m 16s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 01) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.8m 4s period and expected on Wednesday (Jul 29) at 5AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AWST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Sun 26th Jul) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Sun 26th Jul) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Sat 1st Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Dongara-Port Denison over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s cooking for Dongara-Port Denison over the next couple of weeks. It’s a bit of a slow start, but once the swell kicks in, there’s some proper grunt coming our way.
The first couple of days are a write-off. Sunday the 26th is a mess – small, weak, and chopped up by onshore wind. The water’s sitting at 67°, which is actually a bit colder than normal for this time of year (3° cooler), so you’ll want the thick rubber if you’re even thinking about that dribble.
Monday the 27th is where it all changes. We’ve got a solid 8 ft SW groundswell rolling in with a long 14-second period. The combined energy of all swells is massive (2448), so there’s plenty of power. The wind is light and clean offshore from the SE. This is proper experienced surfer territory, and the reef at Dongara-Port Denison (Dongara-Port-Denison) will be handling that size well. This is a standout. The swell direction is a perfect match, and conditions will be glassy.
Tuesday the 28th keeps the momentum with 7 ft SW swell and a clean offshore E wind. Another cracker, but it’s still in that expert-only size range. By Wednesday the 29th, the swell backs off to 4 ft, but the period jumps to 17 seconds – seriously long lines. That’s a classic groundswell, and while it’s smaller, the shape will be fantastic on the reef with light ENE wind. This is a second standout.
There’s a bit of a lull towards the end of the week, with some marginal conditions and cross-onshore winds on the 30th and 31st. On Friday the 31st, the wind goes fully onshore and it’s a mess. Skip it.
Next weekend, Saturday the 1st of August and Sunday the 2nd, we’re back in business. A solid 8 ft SW groundswell with clean, light offshore wind on Saturday morning. Sunday morning brings 7 ft and a gentle offshore E wind. Both days have that reef working clean.
The first week of August looks stacked. Monday the 3rd fades a little, but Tuesday the 4th pumps back up to 8 ft. The biggest highlight, though, is Thursday the 6th of August. We’re talking 10 ft SW groundswell with a 15-second period, combined energy reading a massive 4190. The wind is gentle and offshore from the ESE. This is as good as it gets for experienced surfers, but it’s big – not one for beginners.
After that, the wind turns messy for the 7th and 8th, with strong onshore winds and even a risk of thunderstorms on the 8th. That’s a write-off. The tail end of the outlook, Monday the 10th of August, offers a decent 7 ft SW swell with clean cross-offshore wind. A good way to finish the run.
If you’re only picking two true standouts, it’s Monday the 27th for the clean, punchy start, and Thursday the 6th for the absolute peak in size and power. The reef is your friend here, especially with that long-period groundswell.
Stay safe, and don’t miss that Thursday session.
- Rusty
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Sun afternoon. Very mild (max 19°C on Sun afternoon, min 10°C on Tue morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummarySome drizzle, heaviest during Fri night. Warm (max 22°C on Wed afternoon, min 13°C on Wed morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 17 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 |
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295 | 287 | 2840 | 2448 | 1724 | 1417 | 1999 | 1712 | 1238 | 940 | 851 | 1446 | 991 | 773 | 1665 | 1972 | 1707 | 4328 | 3058 | 2487 | 2597 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off |
High Tide | 7:26AM0.67m | 8:05AM0.68m | 8:41AM0.68m | 9:13AM0.67m | 9:41AM0.64m | 2:09AM0.39m | 10:06AM0.60m | 1:57AM0.42m | |||||||||||||
Low Tide | 4:39PM0.07m | 5:02PM0.06m | 5:22PM0.06m | 5:38PM0.06m | 5:49PM0.08m | 5:58PM0.10m | 3:23AM0.39m | 6:07PM0.12m | 4:52AM0.39m | ||||||||||||
7:07 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | |
— | 5:45 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:46 | — | — | 5:47 | — | — | 5:47 | — | |
mm | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 18 | 19 | 16 | 16 | 18 | 17 | 13 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 22 | 21 | 19 | 22 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 18 | 16 | 18 | 16 |
Feels °C | 15 | 16 | 13 | 13 | 15 | 13 | 8 | 14 | 12 | 11 | 20 | 17 | 14 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 16 | 17 | 12 | 14 | 11 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 |
209 | 212 | 2840 | 2448 | 1724 | 1417 | 1999 | 1712 | 1238 | 690 | 813 | 1446 | 991 | 773 | 1665 | 1972 | 1707 | 3648 | 3058 | 2487 | 2597 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 16 | — | — | — | SW 24 | SW 22 | SW 21 | SW 19 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 24 | SW 22 | SW 20 | SW 18 | — | — | — | SSW 8 | — | — |
295 | 287 | — | — | — | 22 | 74 | 162 | 614 | 940 | 851 | 22 | 118 | 309 | 743 | — | — | — | 441 | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NW 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SSW 6 | — | — | — | ESE 3 | E 3 | — | E 3 | NE 4 | — | NE 3 | N 4 | — | — | — | — | SW 16 | — | SSW 8 | ESE 4 |
— | 65 | — | — | — | 3 | 5 | — | 11 | 17 | — | 3 | 9 | — | — | — | — | 4328 | — | 370 | 11 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 61 | 187 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 71 | 272 | 0 | 32 | 311 | 454 | 0 | 602 | 453 | 53 | 53 | 0 | 0 |
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Information about the Dongara-Port Denison Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Dongara-Port Denison provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Dongara-Port Denison can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Dongara-Port Denison 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 (Dongara-Port Denison) 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 Dongara-Port Denison 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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