Dreamland Surf Break

Lat Long: 8.80° S 115.12° E

Dreamland Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 am 25 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Dreamland sea temperature is
25.9°C
0.4° 

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


Dreamland surf forecast from 25 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Friday 28 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 17s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Friday 28 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 17s period, SSW swell with 4,108 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 25 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 15s 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 Tuesday (Aug 25) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.7m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 1.0m and 6s. 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 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 1.0m 5s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 25) at 11AM.

Wave TypeTime (WITA) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 8PM (Tue 25th Aug)5.5ft (1.7m) 15s
Best Surf 5AM (Fri 28th Aug)8ft (2.5m) 17s
Most Powerful 8AM (Fri 28th Aug)8ft (2.5m) 17s

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


The Lowdown

G’day, surfers. Rusty here, and I’ve been staring at the charts for Dreamland, and it’s a mixed bag of grunt and frustration over the next 16 days. The water’s sitting at 79°, which is bang on average for the time of year, so no surprises there.

The first real swell window kicks off on Tuesday, 25 August, with a long-period SSW groundswell at 6 ft, period 16 seconds, and the combined energy is a solid 1322 (moderate). The wind is a cross-off from the ESE at 19 mph, which will keep things clean, but the report says the surf is marginal—probably a tide issue. This is a beach-and-reef setup, and with that long period, it’s going to be better for the reef than the sand. It’s not a beginner’s wave, but it’s not huge either. Tuesday afternoon looks a bit more inviting with lighter wind and clearer skies, but still marginal.

Wednesday, 26 August, the swell drops a touch to 5 ft, period 14 seconds, and the energy is down to 911 (still moderate). Cross-off winds again, but the surf is still average. Not a standout.

Then things start to build. Thursday, 27 August, sees the swell dip to 4 ft in the morning but then jump to 5 ft in the afternoon with a 15-second period, and the energy skyrockets to 2872 (very strong). The wind is light and cross-off. This is where it gets interesting, but the forecast still calls it marginal. The real fireworks start Friday, 28 August. Morning swell hits 8 ft, 16 seconds, with energy at 3731 (very strong). That’s a big, powerful groundswell. The afternoon is even better with the same size and period, energy at 3038, and the report finally says “excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers.” Wind is a light cross-off from the SSE at 9 mph. This is for experts only—over 8 ft with that period means it’s going to be a beast. The long period might make it break a bit straight on the beach, but the reef sections should fire.

Saturday, 29 August, keeps the goods rolling. Morning swell is 7 ft, 15 seconds, energy 1671, with a light breeze from the SSE at 6 mph. That’s about as clean as it gets. The report says excellent for experienced surfers again. This is your best window. Afternoon sees the swell drop to 5 ft, but still worth a look.

From Sunday, 30 August, into the start of September, the swell hangs around 4 ft to 6 ft, with periods from 12 to 18 seconds, but the wind is a fresh cross-off and the reports are all marginal. Not a total write-off, but nothing to write home about.

The standout, without a doubt, is Friday, 28 August afternoon through to Saturday, 29 August morning. Big, clean, powerful swell from the SSW at 8 ft and 7 ft, with light cross-off winds and excellent quality. The reef will be the place to be. Crowds are listed as “sometimes,” so you might have some company, but it won’t be a zoo. The energy readings are through the roof—3731 and 3038—so this is heavy, heaving surf. Don’t take a beginner board.

After that, it’s a slow fade. The first week of September has consistent 4 ft to 8 ft SSW swell, but the wind stays cross-off and the reports stay marginal. There’s a little bump on 6 September with 7 ft and a 15-second period, but it’s more of the same.

The second week is a long-range look, so take it with a grain of salt. Around 5–6 September, there’s a bump back up to 7 ft from the SSW with a 15-second period and energy up near 2588, but the wind is a gentle cross-off. It could be good, but it’s a bit uncertain.

Overall, if you’re only picking one day, nail Saturday, 29 August morning. It’s the cleanest, strongest, and most inviting window for the crew who know what they’re doing.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Some drizzle, heaviest during Thu night. Warm (max 26°C on Thu morning, min 25°C on Tue morning). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Fri morning, min 23°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Tuesday
25
Wednesday
26
Thursday
27
Friday
28
Saturday
29
Sunday
30
Monday
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Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
1.7
SSW
16
1.7
SSW
16
1.7
SSW
14
1.5
SSW
14
1.5
SSW
14
1.3
SSW
13
1.1
SW
16
1.6
SSW
15
2.5
SSW
18
2.5
SSW
16
2.5
SSW
16
2.2
SSW
16
2
SSW
15
1.4
SSW
14
1.6
SSW
14
1.5
SSW
13
1.3
SSW
12
1
SSW
19
1.4
SSW
18
1.7
SSW
18
2
SSW
18
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
1322
1322
1142
895
845
581
558
1117
3966
3731
3024
2441
1671
778
889
796
525
766
1254
1880
2462
Wind (km/h)
30
ESE
25
SE
25
ESE
25
ESE
20
SE
15
SE
15
SE
15
SSE
20
SE
15
SE
15
SSE
10
E
10
SSE
15
SE
15
E
20
ESE
20
SE
20
ESE
25
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20
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25
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Wind State
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
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cross-off
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off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
High Tide
8:22AM1.96m
9:53PM1.74m
9:08AM2.15m
10:10PM1.93m
9:43AM2.31m
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
Low Tide
3:26PM0.61m
3:05AM1.09m
3:51PM0.46m
3:40AM0.89m
4:15PM0.33m
4:11AM0.70m
4:38PM0.24m
4:41AM0.52m
5:00PM0.19m
5:11AM0.38m
5:23PM0.19m
5:42AM0.27m
5:47PM0.22m
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6:22
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6:17
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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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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