Estaleiro Reef Surf Break

Lat Long: 27.02° S 48.57° W

Estaleiro Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 2 pm 11 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Estaleiro Reef sea temperature is
19.1° C
0.6° 

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


Estaleiro Reef surf forecast from 11 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 11 Aug, 6PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 12s period, SE swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 17 Aug, 9PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 9s period, E swell with 440 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 11 Aug, 6PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 12s period with SE 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 Tuesday (Aug 11) at 6PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 12s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Estaleiro Reef in the next 16 days are 1.6m 9s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 17) at 9PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.3m 3s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 13) at 3AM.

Wave TypeTime (-03) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 6PM (Tue 11th Aug)2.5ft (0.8m) 12s
Best Surf 6PM (Tue 11th Aug)2.5ft (0.8m) 12s
Most Powerful 9PM (Mon 17th Aug)5ft (1.6m) 9s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s take a look at what’s coming up for Estaleiro Reef. The water temperature is sitting at 66°, which is pretty much normal for this time of year, so no surprises there.

The next 16 days are a bit of a mixed bag. We’ve got a lot of small, marginal surf, and some decent windows where the wind and conditions line up. The first real standout is a bit of a wait, but it’s worth hanging on for.

The week starts off with small, clean conditions. Tuesday morning (11th August) is a bit weak with a 3 ft SE swell, but the cross-shore wind keeps it rideable. The real highlight on Tuesday is the afternoon, with some light rain and glassy conditions from a 3 ft SE swell (combined energy of 227). That’s a nice little session if you can get out.

Wednesday (12th August) keeps the same vibe – 3 ft to 3 ft SE swell, with clean, offshore breezes in the morning and afternoon. The energy is still moderate (253 and 224), but the waves are clean and well-shaped for a reef break. No crowds to worry about normally, but with clean conditions, it might get a few people out.

Thursday (13th August) turns a bit ugly, with cross-onshore winds and choppy conditions. The swell period jumps to 15 seconds in the morning, which is a long-period groundswell, but the wind is wrong. The energy is solid (324), but it’s not worth paddling out for.

The next real highlight is Friday afternoon (14th August). Glassy conditions, 3 ft SE swell with a 14 second period, and combined energy of 306. That’s a proper window for Estaleiro Reef – clean, long-period energy that will wrap nicely around the reef.

Saturday morning (15th August) sees a shift to an ESE swell with a short 8-second period. The waves are clean with cross-offshore winds, but the energy is low (207). It’s surfable, but nothing special.

The best swell of the forecast shows up on Monday morning (17th August). The swell builds to 5 ft from the east, with a 9-second period and combined energy of 319. The winds are cross-offshore and clean. This is the standout session – consistent, good size, and clean. It’s not too big for intermediates, but the short period means it might be a bit crumbly. Still, this is your best bet.

After that, the surf drops off and the wind goes onshore or cross-onshore for most of the following week. There’s a small window Wednesday morning (19th August) with glassy conditions and a 3 ft E swell, but the energy is low (152). It’s a session for the keen.

From the 22nd August onwards, the swell gets tiny, with energy dropping into the double digits. The wind is onshore and strong, so it’s not worth a paddle. The only real change is on the 26th August, when a long-period SE swell (16 seconds) shows up, but the wind is a fresh cross-onshore, making it messy and lumpy. That one’s for the kites, not the paddle surfers.

So, the long and short of it: Monday morning the 17th August is your best chance for a proper session. Clean, 5 ft east swell, and the reef will handle it well. Otherwise, you’ve got a few small windows of glassy weather, but nothing to get too excited about.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Heavy rain (total 26mm), heaviest during Thu afternoon. Warm (max 20°C on Thu morning, min 11°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Heavy rain (total 48mm), heaviest during Fri afternoon. Warm (max 21°C on Mon morning, min 18°C on Fri afternoon). Wind will be generally light.

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Energy kJ
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228
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363
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10
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High Tide
1:33AM0.91m
2:39PM1.03m
2:06AM0.98m
3:06PM0.99m
2:39AM1.03m
3:31PM0.94m
3:13AM1.04m
3:56PM0.89m
3:47AM1.00m
4:20PM0.84m
4:23AM0.94m
4:43PM0.79m
Low Tide
8:52PM0.37m
8:33AM-0.04m
9:12PM0.41m
9:02AM-0.02m
9:16PM0.42m
9:22AM0.03m
8:53PM0.40m
9:30AM0.11m
8:53PM0.34m
9:35AM0.19m
9:13PM0.29m
9:48AM0.28m
9:42PM0.27m
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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.

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