Surf Forecasts:
Dreamland surf forecast from 27 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 28 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 18s period, SSW swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 28 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 17s period, SSW swell with 4,144 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 28 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 18s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Dreamland this week:
The surf forecast for Dreamland over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 28) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.5m and 18s period with a secondary swell of 1.1m and 13s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Dreamland in the next 16 days are 2.5m 17s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 28) at 5AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.1m 6s period and expected on Thursday (Sep 03) at 5AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WITA) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2AM (Fri 28th Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 18s |
| Best Surf | 2AM (Fri 28th Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 18s |
| Most Powerful | 5AM (Fri 28th Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Dreamland over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s take a look at what’s cooking for the next couple of weeks.
The only spot on the radar for this whole stretch is Dreamland. It’s a beach-and-reef setup, fairly exposed to the swell, and it's looking for a solid SW swell to get it going. The water temp is about average for the time of year, so nothing wild there.
The first few days of the run are a bit of a mixed bag. Friday the 28th has some notable size, with 8ft of SSW swell and a long period of 16 seconds pushing through, but the conditions are questionable and the wind is a cross-off 9 mph. The combined energy is strong, reading 3499, but it’s not all coming together for a clean ride. The same goes for Saturday’s morning session on the 29th – the swell drops to 6ft but the period holds at 15 seconds, and the wind is a light 3 mph, which is a big plus. The energy is still moderate at 1529, and it’s being called excellent for experienced surfers. That morning window is probably the best early call, but the tide might be a factor.
Sunday the 30th sees the swell drop off a bit, and the wind picks up. Not a great call. Then Monday the 31st offers a real standout. The morning brings a 4ft SSW swell, but with a very long 18-second period. The wind is offshore from the ESE at 16 mph, making for clean, moderate offshore conditions. The energy is moderate at 1367. For a reef setup like Dreamland, that long period groundswell is going to wrap in nicely, offering some proper shape and long, clean lines. The tide might be a slight issue, but for experienced surfers, this is the pick of the first week.
The first week of September sees a slow decline. Waves stay in the 6ft to 7ft range with reasonable periods, but the wind stays a solid cross-off 16 mph, keeping the surface clean but a bit bumpy. The energy drops from strong to moderate. It’s surfable, but nothing to write home about.
There’s a gap of a few days in the middle of the second week where the swell fades noticeably, with heights dropping to 4ft. Still, the wind is okay, so if you’re desperate, you’ll get a wave.
Then the outlook gets interesting again. Thursday the 10th of September sees a new pulse of long-period groundswell, with 19 seconds at 4ft in the morning, climbing to 6ft with 18 seconds by the afternoon. The energy jumps to 2488 – strong. Wind is a moderate cross-off. It’s a promising setup, but it’s more than a week away, so don’t book the trip yet.
The real monster arrives on the 12th of September. Saturday morning has 10ft of SSW swell with an 18-second period. The combined energy is a massive 5302 – that’s very strong power. This is for experts only. At this size, with that period, on a beach-and-reef break, it’s going to be a serious, heavy session. The wind is a clean cross-off. This is the standout of the entire forecast, but it’s a long-range call, so treat it as promising but not a certainty.
If you’re a beginner, most of this run is either too big or too technical. The 6ft on Saturday the 29th morning with light wind is your best bet, but even that’s pushing it. For the experienced crew, circle that Saturday 12th of September morning.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Sun afternoon, min 23°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Warm (max 26°C on Mon morning, min 25°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | ||||||||||||||
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 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 15 | SW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 21 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
3814 | 3499 | 3237 | 2262 | 1529 | 773 | 791 | 796 | 447 | 766 | 1068 | 1682 | 2316 | 2630 | 2340 | 2408 | 2103 | 1750 | 1420 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 10:29PM2.13m | 10:14AM2.44m | 10:50PM2.31m | 10:44AM2.52m | 11:12PM2.47m | 11:14AM2.53m | 11:35PM2.59m | 11:44AM2.48m | 11:59PM2.66m | 12:14PM2.38m | 00:25AM2.69m | 12:45PM2.21m | 00:54AM2.65m | ||||||
Low Tide | 4:11AM0.70m | 4:38PM0.24m | 4:41AM0.52m | 5:00PM0.19m | 5:11AM0.38m | 5:23PM0.19m | 5:42AM0.27m | 5:47PM0.22m | 6:13AM0.22m | 6:11PM0.30m | 6:47AM0.23m | 6:36PM0.41m | |||||||
— | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | |
6:17 | — | 6:17 | — | — | 6:17 | — | — | 6:17 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — |
Temp °C | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 26 |
Feels °C | 25 | 25 | 25 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 15 | SW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 |
3814 | 3499 | 3237 | 2262 | 1529 | 773 | 791 | 796 | 447 | 397 | 1068 | 1682 | 2316 | 2630 | 2340 | 2408 | 2103 | 1750 | 1420 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 13 | — | SE 6 | SE 6 | SE 6 | SSW 14 | SW 15 | SSW 21 | SW 13 | SSW 19 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 10 | W 14 | — | — | — | — | — |
418 | — | 25 | 16 | 8 | 501 | 76 | 180 | 173 | 766 | 299 | 173 | 80 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | SSW 6 | — | SE 6 | SSW 23 | — | SSW 21 | SE 6 | — | SW 12 | SE 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | 8 | — | 11 | 54 | — | 393 | 21 | — | 37 | 27 | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SE 5 | — | — | — | — | SE 6 | SE 5 | SE 5 | ESE 6 | SE 5 | SE 5 | ESE 6 | SE 6 | SE 6 | SE 6 | SE 6 | SE 6 | SE 6 |
— | 29 | — | — | — | — | 18 | 18 | 29 | 41 | 14 | 22 | 61 | 30 | 58 | 40 | 49 | 67 | 65 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 37 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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Information about the Dreamland Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Dreamland provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Dreamland can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Dreamland 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 (Dreamland) 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 Dreamland 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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