East Runton Surf Break

Lat Long: 52.94° N 1.25° E

East Runton Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 6 am 31 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's East Runton sea temperature is
19.0°C
2.4° 

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


East Runton surf forecast from 31 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 6 Sep, 7AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 7s period, N swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 5 Sep, 4PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 8s period, NNW swell with 202 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 6 Sep, 7AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 7s period with N swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for East Runton this week:

The surf forecast for East Runton over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Sep 06) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 7s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at East Runton in the next 16 days are 1.3m 8s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Sep 05) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.5m 5s period and expected on Saturday (Sep 05) at 4AM.

Wave TypeTime (BST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 7AM (Sun 6th Sep)3ft (0.9m) 7s
Best Surf 7AM (Sun 6th Sep)3ft (0.9m) 7s
Most Powerful 4PM (Sat 5th Sep)4.5ft (1.3m) 8s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, I’ve run the numbers for East Runton, and I’m not gonna lie, it’s a lean period. We’re looking at a 16-day stretch with very little wave energy, and only a few moments that are even worth a mention.

Let’s start with the water. It’s 66°F, which is a solid 4°F warmer than usual for this time of year. That’s a nice little bonus when you’re sitting in the lineup.

The forecast kicks off on Monday, August 31, with a tiny 1-foot, 7-second swell from the north. The wind is a clean cross-off from the west, but with only 8 points of energy, it’s really weak. Tuesday, September 1, shows a slight bump to 3 feet in the morning from the NNW, with a 6-second period. The wind is still cross-off and clean, but the energy is only 64 – still weak. It’s surfable for a beginner on a foamie, but it’s a real struggle for any real turns.

Then, from Wednesday, September 2, through to the morning of Saturday, September 5, it’s mostly flat with swell under 1 feet. The wind stays clean, but there’s just no power.

Saturday, September 5, does bring a bit of a pulse. The morning sees a 6-foot swell from the NW with a 6-second period, and the combined energy hits 172 – that’s moderate. But the wind is a strong cross-shore at 25 mph, creating messy cross-chop. It’s not clean. Sunday, September 6, cleans up nicely with a light cross-off wind and a 3-foot, 7-second swell from the north, but the energy is back down to 68.

The middle of the week from the 7th to the 9th is flat again. Then, around Thursday, September 10, we get a little more. The morning has a 4-foot, 5-second swell from the NNW, energy at 68, and clean cross-off wind. The afternoon holds 4 feet from the north, 6-second period, and energy climbs to 110 – moderate. Still, the period is short, so it’s not going to be very powerful.

The late runners on the 11th and 12th of September are the best of a bad lot, but they’re not great. Friday, September 11, has a 4-foot, 7-8 second swell from the north, with energy hitting 160-193. The morning is cross-shore and lumpy, the afternoon is cross-onshore and choppy. Saturday, September 12, has a 4-foot, 11-second swell from the north, and energy hits 267 – the biggest of the whole run. But the wind is onshore from the NNE, so it’s blown out. That 11-second period is a nice groundswell, but it’s a long wait for a bumpy, messy wave.

So, what’s the standout? Honestly, there’s no real standout. The best quality is probably the clean, light wind conditions on Sunday, September 6, and Tuesday, September 1, but the swell is too small. If you’re a complete beginner, the 3-foot on Tuesday morning with cross-off wind is your best bet. For anyone else, the 12th of September has the most energy, but the onshore wind ruins it. The whole run is a bit of a write-off for paddle surfing. With that wind and the swell size, it’s more of a kite-surfing setup than a proper surf window.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Tue afternoon, min 14°C on Mon night). Mainly fresh winds.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Thu night. Warm (max 22°C on Thu afternoon, min 13°C on Sat night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the WNW on Fri night, light winds from the W by Sat night).

Monday
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Tuesday
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Energy kJ
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22
Wind (km/h)
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WNW
20
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WSW
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High Tide
9:25PM3.96m
9:34AM4.31m
10:01PM3.87m
10:13AM4.15m
10:40PM3.71m
10:57AM3.89m
11:25PM3.47m
11:50AM3.57m
00:23AM3.22m
1:01PM3.25m
1:42AM3.06m
2:37PM3.09m
3:15AM3.11m
Low Tide
3:38PM0.08m
3:43AM0.50m
4:13PM0.21m
4:19AM0.59m
4:49PM0.43m
4:58AM0.74m
5:32PM0.72m
5:44AM0.94m
6:24PM1.04m
6:47AM1.16m
7:36PM1.31m
8:20AM1.27m
9:17PM1.42m
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Information about the East Runton Surf forecast

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