Empty Lots Surf Break

Lat Long: 21.31° N 158.01° W

Empty Lots Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 7 am 03 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Empty Lots sea temperature is
27.2° C
0.7° 

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


Empty Lots surf forecast from 3 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 4 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 12s period, ENE swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Tuesday 4 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 12s period, ENE swell with 418 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 3 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 8s period with ENE swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Empty Lots this week:

The surf forecast for Empty Lots over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 03) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 12s. Another secondary swell of 0.5m and 12s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Empty Lots in the next 16 days are 1.2m 12s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 04) 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 0.8m 5s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 06) at 5AM.

Wave TypeTime (HST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)11PM (Mon 3rd Aug)4ft (1.2m) 8s
Best Surf 2AM (Tue 4th Aug)4ft (1.2m) 12s
Most Powerful 2AM (Tue 4th Aug)4ft (1.2m) 12s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the menu for Empty Lots over the next couple of weeks.

Honestly, we’re looking at a real tough stretch of days to start. The first recommendation for a surf doesn’t come until the 16th of August – that’s a solid two-week wait with nothing but poor surf conditions and marginal forecasts. For the first week, the onshore and cross-shore winds are just relentless, messing up what little swell there is. The swell energy is mostly moderate, but the quality is just not there for a paddle. You’d be better off with a kite if you’re desperate for a fix.

The first real glimmer of hope shows up on the morning of Sunday, the 16th of August. The wind switches to a light cross-offshore breeze from the north-east, and the forecast is calling for "very good surf conditions". The swell is a solid 6 ft from the east, with a moderate period of 8 seconds. The combined energy of all swells is moderate at 594, so there’s some push. This is a reef break, so it can handle that size, but it’s an advanced spot, so don’t be a kook if you’re green. The crowds are only "sometimes" an issue, so you might have it to yourself.

Then, the standout. Tuesday morning, the 18th of August. The wind goes dead glassy – absolute glass. The swell holds at 6 ft from the east, period still 9 seconds, and the energy is moderate at 626. The forecast is again "very good surf conditions". This is the one to circle on the calendar. Clean, glassy conditions at an exposed reef break, with a decent chest-to-head-high swell. It’s still an advanced wave, but the quality will be there for the crew who know what they’re doing. The water is a warm 81°, about average for the time of year, so you’re in a shorty at most.

So, to sum it up: suffer through the first two weeks of nothing, then get in the water on the morning of the 16th, but the absolute best bet is the glassy morning of the 18th. That’s the one.

- Rusty

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Mon afternoon, min 25°C on Mon morning). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Sat afternoon, min 24°C on Sat night). Winds increasing (light winds from the NE on Thu morning, fresh winds from the ENE by Sat afternoon).

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12
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18
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17
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8
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
212
184
418
308
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195
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138
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221
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258
288
Wind (km/h)
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High Tide
6:23PM0.51m
8:25AM0.52m
6:46PM0.44m
9:44AM0.57m
6:58PM0.36m
11:04AM0.63m
12:14PM0.69m
10:37PM0.24m
1:11PM0.75m
00:30AM0.24m
2:00PM0.80m
1:39AM0.27m
Low Tide
12:42PM0.28m
1:16AM0.09m
2:09PM0.34m
1:51AM0.09m
4:49PM0.35m
2:38AM0.08m
3:41AM0.08m
8:48PM0.23m
9:04PM0.19m
6:05AM0.04m
9:29PM0.15m
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Information about the Empty Lots Surf forecast

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