Surf Forecasts:
Dreamland surf forecast from 16 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 19 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 17s period, SSW swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 20 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 17s period, SW swell with 4,448 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 17 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 14s 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 Monday (Aug 17) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.7m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 5s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Dreamland in the next 16 days are 3.0m 17s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 20) 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 1.2m 6s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 20) at 8AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WITA) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2AM (Mon 17th Aug) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 8PM (Wed 19th Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 17s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Thu 20th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Dreamland over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, surfers, let’s get into what’s shaping up for Dreamland. We’ve got a solid run of swell on the horizon, but it’s not all clean sailing; wind and tide will be calling the shots.
The first few days are a bit of a tease. Monday the 17th is a no-go for anything good – we’ve got a clean-looking 5ft to 5ft swell from the SSW, but the energy is only moderate (around 900) and the conditions are just marginal. It’s a write-off.
The real action kicks off on Tuesday the 18th. That morning is going to be the standout of this whole stretch for experienced surfers only. We’re looking at a solid 6ft SSW groundswell with a long 16-second period, generating some serious energy (2883). The wind is light offshore from the ESE, which will groom the faces beautifully, giving us moderate offshore and clean conditions. This is your window.
Wednesday the 19th through Thursday the 20th see the swell building up to a peak of 8ft, with the energy roaring into the strong category (up to 4103). This is serious, powerful stuff. The wave comments say "marginal" for most of it, but Thursday afternoon swings the wind back offshore, making it “excellent for experienced surfers.” Be warned: at 8ft, this is definitely too big for beginners and only for those with skills. The direction sits between SSW and SW, which is bang on the optimum for Dreamland.
The second week, from Saturday the 23rd onwards, the swell starts to dial back. It hangs around in the 6ft to 7ft range for a few days, with that long-period quality fading to 15 seconds and the energy dropping to moderate-high. Winds are mostly cross-offshore, keeping it clean, but nothing is truly firing like that Tuesday morning.
Friday the 28th brings another little spike. The morning starts with a 7ft SSW swell and a light offshore ESE breeze, giving another “excellent for experienced surfers” call. The energy is solid at 1941. If you missed the first week, this could be your shot.
As we head into the final days of August and into September, the swell drops off significantly, down to 4ft to 5ft. The period gets longer again (17-19 seconds) which at a beach-and-reef set-up like Dreamland can mean the waves get a bit straight and walled, not offering the same shape. The combined energy is also dropping (1216 by September 1st). By Tuesday September 1st, a risk of thunderstorms and a fresh 19 mph breeze kills the vibe, so don’t plan on it.
Summary : The best on offer is unequivocally Tuesday morning, August 18th. That early session with 6ft SSW swell, 16-second period, and light offshore wind is as good as it gets for the advanced crew. The swell is coming from the optimum direction (SW), the energy is proper (2883), and with a "fairly consistent" break and crowds being only "sometimes" a factor, you might just get a few waves to yourself if you’re early. The Thursday afternoon session (20th) and Friday morning (28th) are the other solid windows for the experienced set. Don't bother with the last day or two.
This is Rusty, signing off.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Sun night, min 24°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Wed night, min 25°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Monday 17 | Tuesday 18 | Wednesday 19 | Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | ||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 |
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1191 | 886 | 763 | 651 | 1594 | 1467 | 1412 | 3575 | 4037 | 4448 | 3648 | 3137 | 2383 | 1288 | 3433 | 2973 | 2359 | 2123 | 1529 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 00:29AM2.65m | 12:40PM2.37m | 00:58AM2.61m | 1:11PM2.15m | 1:26AM2.51m | 1:41PM1.92m | 1:55AM2.35m | 2:11PM1.68m | 2:25AM2.17m | 2:45PM1.45m | 3:04AM1.98m | 3:57PM1.24m | 4:20AM1.81m | ||||||
Low Tide | 6:40AM0.29m | 6:41PM0.29m | 7:16AM0.37m | 7:06PM0.45m | 7:51AM0.51m | 7:29PM0.62m | 8:29AM0.68m | 7:49PM0.80m | 9:16AM0.87m | 8:05PM0.98m | 10:40AM1.02m | 8:00PM1.16m | |||||||
— | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | |
6:17 | — | 6:17 | — | — | 6:17 | — | — | 6:17 | — | — | 6:17 | — | — | 6:17 | — | — | 6:17 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 |
Temp °C | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 |
Feels °C | 27 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 26 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 |
1191 | 886 | 763 | 472 | 1594 | 1467 | 1412 | 3575 | 4037 | 4448 | 3648 | 3137 | 2383 | 1254 | 3433 | 2973 | 2359 | 2123 | 1529 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 5 | SW 26 | SSW 20 | SSW 18 | SSW 21 | SSW 20 | SSW 19 | — | — | SE 6 | — | — | — | SSW 18 | — | — | — | SSW 20 | SSW 18 |
17 | 25 | 75 | 651 | 584 | 961 | 1242 | — | — | 40 | — | — | — | 1288 | — | — | — | 127 | 565 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 26 | — | SSW 24 | SSW 24 | SSW 21 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SE 6 |
13 | — | 55 | 55 | 705 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 17 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 5 | SE 5 | SE 5 | SE 6 | SE 5 | SE 5 | SE 6 | SE 6 | SE 6 | — | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 6 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 6 | SE 6 | SE 6 | ESE 6 |
37 | 17 | 29 | 25 | 18 | 41 | 38 | 33 | 66 | — | 52 | 89 | 68 | 143 | 143 | 91 | 74 | 64 | 44 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 37 | 1 | 37 | 1 | 2 | 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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