Doring Bay Surf Break

Lat Long: 31.80° S 18.23° E

Doring Bay Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 am 16 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Doring Bay sea temperature is
13.0°C
2.3° 

Doring Bay surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Doring Bay surf forecast from 16 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 16 Sep, 2PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 13s period, SW swell with cross-shore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 16 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 14s period, SW swell with 2,795 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 16 Sep, 2PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 13s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Doring Bay this week:

The surf forecast for Doring Bay over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 16) at 2PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 1.1m and 14s. Another secondary swell of 1.1m and 14s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-shore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Doring Bay in the next 16 days are 2.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 16) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.3m 6s period and expected on Friday (Sep 18) at 2PM.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 2PM (Wed 16th Sep)10ft (3.0m) 13s
Best Surf 2PM (Wed 16th Sep)10ft (3.0m) 13s
Most Powerful 8AM (Wed 16th Sep)8ft (2.5m) 14s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Doring Bay over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s break down Doring Bay for the next couple of weeks.

Water temp is 55°F, which is 4°F colder than usual for this time of year. That’s a pretty big chill, so don’t skimp on the rubber.

The swell shows up Wednesday the 16th. Morning is blown out with a 35 km/h cross-off wind, but the afternoon turns it around: 8ft of SW groundswell on a 9-second period, with a 10 km/h offshore breeze. The combined energy is hefty (2256). It’s a solid option for experienced surfers, and crowds are possible, so expect company.

Thursday the 17th keeps similar 8ft SW swell, but the wind picks up. The afternoon brings a 30 km/h offshore, which cleans it up but makes paddling a workout. It’s okay, but not the top pick.

Friday the 18th drops to 7ft SSW, and by afternoon a strong 40 km/h offshore makes it super clean but almost impossible to paddle into. Better to sit this one out unless you’re a pro.

Saturday the 19th is smaller at 5ft SW with cross-off wind in the morning, but the afternoon gets choppy. Not great.

Now, Sunday the 20th morning is the real deal. Glassy conditions with 6ft SW groundswell at 13 seconds, and a light 5 km/h wind. The energy is solid (1164), and that glassy surface is perfection. This is the standout of the first week for intermediate surfers.

Monday the 21st offers a half-decent morning with 5ft SW and light cross-off wind, but the afternoon turns poor. From Tuesday the 22nd to Wednesday the 23rd, the swell drops below 4ft and the wind gets messy. That’s a dead stretch of about 2 days.

Then the big stuff hits. Thursday the 24th brings 10ft SW with a very long 14-second period – the energy is massive (4044). But with onshore wind, this is expert-only territory. Friday the 25th is similar: 10ft SW, very long period, with cross or light cross-onshore wind. Only for the brave.

Saturday the 26th drops to 8ft but with cross-onshore wind, so it’s still marginal for most.

Sunday the 27th morning is the second big standout. You’ve got 7ft SW groundswell at 13 seconds with a light 5 km/h cross-off wind. Clean, powerful, and the energy is strong (1653). This is for the experienced crew looking for a serious session.

The last few days into October 1st fade to smaller 5ft to 5ft SW swells with short periods, offering only okay to poor conditions.

Best bets: Sunday the 20th morning for clean, fun-sized waves. Sunday the 27th morning for big, clean power – experts only.

Pick your windows wisely.

- Rusty

Short Range Forecast

Some drizzle, heaviest during Wed morning. Warm (max 21°C on Fri afternoon, min 12°C on Wed morning). Winds increasing (light winds from the SE on Wed afternoon, strong winds from the ESE by Fri afternoon).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Mon morning, min 14°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light.

Wednesday
16
Thursday
17
Friday
18
Saturday
19
Sunday
20
Monday
21
Tuesday
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Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
2.5
SW
13
2.5
SW
9
2.5
SW
13
2.5
SW
12
2.5
SSW
12
2.4
SSW
11
2
SSW
11
1.3
SW
11
1.5
SW
13
1.5
SW
12
1.3
SW
12
1.6
SW
14
1.7
SW
13
1.6
SW
13
1.4
WSW
13
1.4
SW
12
1.3
SW
12
1.1
SW
11
1.1
SW
11
1
SW
11
1.1
SW
11
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
2241
1083
2207
1849
1825
1388
961
445
721
634
463
961
991
841
630
580
455
298
308
224
254
Wind (km/h)
35
S
10
SE
15
SSE
20
SSE
30
SE
15
SE
25
SE
40
ESE
15
SSE
15
SSE
20
SW
10
SSE
5
SSE
15
SW
5
NNE
10
SE
20
SSW
10
ESE
25
NE
15
S
20
NW
Wind State
cross-off
off
cross-off
cross-off
off
off
cross-off
off
cross-off
cross-off
cross
cross-off
glassy
cross
glassy
cross-off
cross
off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-on
High Tide
6:02PM1.39m
6:27AM1.25m
6:40PM1.24m
7:17AM1.12m
7:40PM1.10m
8:56AM1.03m
9:43PM1.04m
11:10AM1.07m
11:34PM1.10m
12:18PM1.20m
00:30AM1.23m
12:57PM1.35m
1:08AM1.36m
Low Tide
11:49AM0.43m
00:14AM0.45m
12:21PM0.57m
00:52AM0.59m
1:05PM0.70m
1:59AM0.71m
3:03PM0.80m
4:53AM0.72m
5:53PM0.73m
6:14AM0.62m
6:44PM0.60m
6:53AM0.49m
7:18PM0.47m
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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Information about the Doring Bay Surf forecast

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