Surf Forecasts:
Estaleiro Reef surf forecast from 1 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 2 Sep, 12AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 8s period, SSE swell with cross-shore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 7 Sep, 3AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 10s period, SSE swell with 842 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 2 Sep, 12AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 8s period with SSE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Estaleiro Reef this week:
The surf forecast for Estaleiro Reef over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 02) at 12AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.2m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 1.3m and 9s. Another secondary swell of 0.4m and 8s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-shore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Estaleiro Reef in the next 16 days are 2.2m 10s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 07) at 3AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 3s period and expected on Thursday (Sep 03) at 6AM.
| Wave Type | Time (-03) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 12AM (Wed 2nd Sep) | 7ft (2.2m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 12AM (Wed 2nd Sep) | 7ft (2.2m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 3AM (Mon 7th Sep) | 7ft (2.2m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Estaleiro Reef over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the cards for Estaleiro Reef over the next couple of weeks.
Right off the bat, I gotta be straight with you – the first week is a rough one. We're looking at a long stretch of poor conditions with hardly a wave worth paddling for. The water temp is sitting around 67°F which is pretty average for this time of year, so at least you won't be freezing while you're sitting there waiting for something that never comes.
The real story starts to turn around the 8th of September, Tuesday morning. We get a jump in the swell to 6ft from the SSE, with a solid 10-second period, and the combined energy hits 834 – that's moderate energy, but it's got some weight. The wind is light from the S, keeping it cross-shore, so it's a bit lumpy but manageable. The issue here is that the tide or timing might be a bit off, so it's a marginal call. Still, it's the first real pulse we've seen.
The standout window, and I mean the only one I'd circle on the calendar, is the 10th of September, Thursday afternoon. We've got a 8ft swell from the ENE, 9-second period, and the combined energy is a thumping 1145 – that's strong wave energy. The wind is from the NE at 19 mph, coming straight cross-shore, and the tide is favourable. Now, here's the kicker: 8ft is expert territory. This is a reef break, so it's going to be handling that size, but it's going to be big, powerful, and not for the faint of heart. If you're not on your game, this one will remind you. The crowd factor is listed as "sometimes", so you might have a few others with the same idea, but it won't be a circus.
The morning of the 11th also looks promising with a 7ft swell from the ENE and light NNW winds that are cross-offshore, keeping the face clean. But again, this is a big wave for the spot, so only experts need apply.
After that, things taper off pretty quickly. The 12th sees the swell drop to 5ft, and by the 13th we're back to poor, choppy conditions. The 15th of September, Tuesday morning, another big pulse rolls in – 7ft from the E with a combined energy of 1168 – but it's the same story: too big for this break unless you're an expert, and the wind is light cross-onshore, so it's not as clean.
So, if you're an expert, the 10th and 11th are your best bet. For everyone else, it's a waiting game. The forecast can always change, but right now, it's a lean run.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Tue afternoon, min 15°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 34mm), heaviest during Sat morning. Very mild (max 19°C on Fri afternoon, min 11°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
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PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 7 | SSE 8 | SE 10 | SE 11 | ESE 11 | ESE 11 | ESE 11 | ESE 11 | ESE 11 | SE 11 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | SSE 8 | SE 6 | SSE 9 | SE 10 | SE 10 | SE 12 |
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152 | 642 | 335 | 415 | 396 | 317 | 207 | 149 | 78 | 254 | 122 | 92 | 94 | 70 | 99 | 94 | 808 | 142 | 120 | 49 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross | cross-on | on | cross-off | cross-off | cross | off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-off |
High Tide | 4:44PM0.80m | 5:12AM0.88m | 5:19PM0.69m | 6:16AM0.78m | 12:42PM0.59m | 6:03PM0.59m | 8:09AM0.71m | 12:34PM0.71m | 7:32PM0.51m | 12:39PM0.83m | 10:25PM0.54m | 12:46PM0.92m | 11:30PM0.66m | 1:00PM0.98m | 00:06AM0.78m | |||||
Low Tide | 9:44PM0.27m | 10:17AM0.41m | 10:06PM0.31m | 10:27AM0.56m | 3:27PM0.54m | 10:32PM0.36m | 10:13AM0.68m | 5:24PM0.49m | 11:11PM0.44m | 4:32AM0.34m | 6:19PM0.42m | 5:35AM0.22m | 6:54PM0.38m | 6:23AM0.10m | 7:24PM0.36m | |||||
— | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | |
6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:02 | — | — | 6:02 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 10 | 19 | 3 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 21 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 19 | 20 | 17 | 20 | 19 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 12 | 14 | 15 | 12 |
Feels °C | 20 | 14 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 15 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 13 | 12 | 7 | 11 | 8 | 7 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 8 | SE 9 | SE 10 | SE 11 | ESE 11 | ESE 11 | ESE 11 | ESE 11 | ENE 6 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | E 8 | E 8 | SE 10 | SE 10 | ENE 8 | SE 12 |
133 | 240 | 335 | 415 | 396 | 317 | 207 | 149 | 28 | 87 | 122 | 92 | 94 | 70 | 60 | 33 | 264 | 142 | 6 | 49 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | NE 5 | ESE 11 | — | SE 11 | SE 10 | — | ESE 10 | SE 10 | E 9 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | E 9 | ENE 8 |
50 | 21 | 69 | 66 | 45 | 42 | 25 | 19 | 78 | — | 29 | 26 | — | 10 | 15 | 6 | 22 | 13 | 6 | 6 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ENE 9 | ENE 8 | — | — | — | — | S 8 | SE 13 | — | — | — | — | SE 5 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | 25 | 24 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 7 | — | — | — | — | 1 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 7 | SSE 8 | — | SE 11 | — | NNE 3 | NE 4 | NE 5 | S 2 | SE 11 | SE 5 | SSE 4 | SE 5 | SE 5 | SSE 8 | SE 6 | SSE 9 | — | SE 10 | SSE 6 |
152 | 642 | — | 117 | — | 4 | 8 | 35 | 1 | 254 | 34 | 13 | 32 | 18 | 99 | 94 | 808 | — | 120 | 44 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 30 | 2 | 2 | 42 | 0 | 7 | 125 | 0 | 30 | 146 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 5 | 2 | 41 | 2 | 2 | 46 | 3 |
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Information about the Estaleiro Reef Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Estaleiro Reef provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Estaleiro Reef can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Estaleiro Reef 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 (Estaleiro Reef) 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 Estaleiro Reef 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.











