
Surf Forecasts:
Dreamland surf forecast from 4 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 9 Sep, 8PM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 16s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 9 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 16s period, SSW swell with 3,455 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 9 Sep, 8PM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 16s 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 Wednesday (Sep 09) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.2m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 20s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Dreamland in the next 16 days are 2.5m 16s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 09) 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 0.9m 5s period and expected on Sunday (Sep 06) at 2AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WITA) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8PM (Wed 9th Sep) | 7ft (2.2m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 8PM (Wed 9th Sep) | 7ft (2.2m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Wed 9th Sep) | 8ft (2.5m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Dreamland over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, Rusty here, and I’ve been staring at the charts for Dreamland. It’s a classic case of a spot that’s getting a heap of swell but the conditions are just holding it back from being truly epic. The whole 16-day window is filled with wave energy, but it’s mostly being flagged as “marginal” – a bit of a tease, honestly.
The long-range story is a solid, persistent SSW to SW groundswell, with periods well into the 16 to 19-second range. That’s proper energy, no doubt. The combined energy readings are almost always in the strong to very strong category, with values like 1826, 2844, and even a massive 6461 towards the end. That’s a lot of power heading towards the beach-and-reef setup. But here’s the kicker: the wind is stubbornly cross-off from the SE or SSE for the entire run. It’s not onshore, so the surf will be clean, but it’s not the light offshore you’d really want to unlock the full potential of that long-period swell.
The first few days from Saturday the 5th of September to Wednesday the 9th are a bit of a washout for quality. The swell is there, ranging from 5 ft to 8 ft, and the water temp is about average for the time of year, but the tide or something else is just making it feel “marginal.” The scores are low, and the commentary is a bit flat. The wind is a steady 12 to 12 mph, which is okay, but not magic.
Then we get a little glimmer on Thursday the 10th of September. The morning session is the only time in the whole forecast rated as “excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers.” The swell is a solid 7 ft from the SSW with a 15-second period, a gentle breeze from the SSE, and the combined energy is 1972. It’s still cross-off, but the vibe is just right. For a surfer who can handle a 7 ft wave, that Thursday morning is the standout of the first week. The crowds are listed as “sometimes,” so it’s no secret, but you’ll have a chance at a peak.
The rest of the first week and into the second week is a bit of a grind. The swell stays up, the energy is there, but the “marginal” tag persists. The wind picks up to 16 mph from the 14th, and even hits 19 mph on Tuesday the 15th. The scores drop to a 2 out of 10 on those days – the wind is getting too strong for a clean paddle. With that much swell (5 ft to 7 ft), a steady cross-off breeze, and a beach setup, Dreamland starts to look more interesting for a kite session than a surf. The waves are clean, but the wind is gonna be a battle.
The real curtain-raiser is the final weekend. Saturday the 19th and Sunday the 20th of September. On the Saturday, the swell is 8 ft from the SSW with a 16-second period, and the combined energy hits 3319. Sunday the 20th is the big one, though: a 10 ft SSW swell at 18 seconds, with a combined energy of 6461. That’s a massive amount of energy. The wind is still a moderate breeze from the ESE, so it’s cross-off and clean. At 10 ft, this is definitely for experts only – beginners need to stay well clear. That Sunday morning is the absolute standout of the entire 16-day outlook. It’s the biggest, most powerful swell, and for a reef setup, that long-period groundswell will wrap in nicely. The crowds are listed as “sometimes,” but on a Sunday with a 10 ft swell, expect a few more cars in the lot. It’s a long way out, so keep an eye on it, but that’s the one to circle on the calendar.
Right then, that’s the picture. Keep your wax warm and your eyes on the horizon.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Fri night. Warm (max 25°C on Fri night, min 25°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Warm (max 25°C on Mon night, min 24°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 5 | Sunday 6 | Monday 7 | Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | ||||||||||||||
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 | SSW 14 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
378 | 1826 | 2028 | 1475 | 2612 | 1245 | 2242 | 1797 | 1376 | 1155 | 1451 | 1966 | 2110 | 3079 | 2615 | 2061 | 1972 | 2155 | 2263 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 2:05AM2.38m | 2:45PM1.48m | 2:59AM2.17m | 4:52PM1.28m | 4:46AM1.99m | 8:19PM1.46m | 7:11AM2.04m | 9:00PM1.74m | 8:29AM2.23m | 9:31PM2.03m | 9:20AM2.41m | 10:00PM2.30m | |||||||
Low Tide | 9:04AM0.69m | 7:59PM0.94m | 10:43AM0.86m | 8:48PM1.18m | 1:15PM0.81m | 00:24AM1.29m | 2:30PM0.61m | 2:16AM1.05m | 3:12PM0.43m | 3:12AM0.76m | 3:46PM0.29m | 3:54AM0.49m | |||||||
— | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | |
6:16 | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:15 | — | |
mm | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 25 |
Feels °C | 25 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 17 | SSW 13 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 |
378 | 1826 | 2028 | 1475 | 2612 | 892 | 2242 | 1797 | 1376 | 1155 | 1175 | 1376 | 2110 | 3079 | 2615 | 2061 | 1972 | 2155 | 2263 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | — | — | SSW 18 | S 18 | SSW 16 | — | SSW 22 | SSW 22 | SSW 21 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 12 | — | — | SSW 18 | — | — | SW 26 |
305 | — | — | 541 | 232 | 1245 | — | 47 | 91 | 487 | 1451 | 1966 | 964 | — | — | 209 | — | — | 27 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 18 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 13 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
352 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 87 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 6 | SE 5 | — | SE 5 | SE 5 | SE 5 | — | ESE 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
27 | 24 | — | 40 | 20 | 15 | — | 14 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
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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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