Surf Forecasts:
Fernald Point surf forecast from 11 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 13 Sep, 8PM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 6s period, WNW swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 13 Sep, 11PM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 7s period, WNW swell with 240 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 11 Sep, 8PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 15s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Fernald Point this week:
The surf forecast for Fernald Point over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 11) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.5m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 6s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Fernald Point in the next 16 days are 1.7m 7s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Sep 13) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.6m 6s period and expected on Saturday (Sep 12) at 11PM.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8PM (Fri 11th Sep) | 1.5ft (0.5m) 15s |
| Best Surf | 8PM (Sun 13th Sep) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 6s |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Sun 13th Sep) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Fernald Point over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s get into it. Truth is, this whole 16-day window is a total dud. I’ve looked at the forecast and there’s just nothing worth paddling out for. The whole stretch is a write-off for anything rideable, from the start on Friday, September 11th, all the way through to Saturday, September 26th. That’s a straight 16-day blank. Not one session comes through with a wave worth chasing.
The only spot with any data is Fernald Point. It’s a point break that breaks rarely anyway, and it’s living up to that reputation. The swell that does show up is tiny, always less than 3 ft, and the wind is mostly a light cross-onshore breeze. It’s not doing the wave any favours – just messing up what little shape there is. The water temp is sitting at a very notable 72°, which feels much warmer than usual for this time of year. A full 8° warmer than the long-term average, so you’ll be feeling that if you go for a dip, but don't bother bringing a board.
The only moment that even gets a “marginal” nod is the afternoon of Sunday, September 20th. You’ve got a combined energy of 290 (moderate), but the swell is still a weak 2 ft from the SW, long period at 18 seconds. That kind of period at a point break might mean a long, drawn-out line, but with zero size and a cross-onshore breeze, it’s a tease, not a session.
Forget it. There is no standout, no best on offer. This is a quiet period for this area, and that’s not unusual for a rarely-breaking spot. Looks like a better setup for a boat or a towel than a surfboard.
- Rusty
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 30°C on Fri morning, min 21°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Mon morning, min 20°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | Sunday 13 | Monday 14 | Tuesday 15 | Wednesday 16 | Thursday 17 | |||||||||||||||
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Swell Height Map |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | ||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | W 10 | W 9 | WNW 6 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 | SSW 19 | SSW 17 | SW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SW 15 | SSW 15 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 118 | 107 | 104 | 102 | 52 | 54 | 148 | 139 | 117 | 142 | 76 | 74 | 81 | 51 | 37 | 119 | 74 | 100 | 98 | 56 | 84 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | on | cross-on | glassy | on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | cross | glassy |
High Tide | 10:30AM1.99m | 10:32PM2.00m | 10:58AM2.03m | 11:18PM1.82m | 11:27AM2.04m | 00:05AM1.64m | 11:56AM2.01m | 1:00AM1.46m | 12:27PM1.95m | 2:14AM1.31m | 1:03PM1.87m | 5:00AM1.25m | 1:53PM1.79m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 4:29PM0.57m | 4:43AM0.48m | 5:14PM0.52m | 5:11AM0.66m | 6:01PM0.52m | 5:36AM0.83m | 6:50PM0.56m | 5:58AM1.00m | 7:48PM0.62m | 6:14AM1.14m | 9:03PM0.68m | 5:49AM1.25m | 10:36PM0.68m | ||||||||
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 | 6:37 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — |
 | — | 7:10 | — | — | 7:08 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:04 | — | — | 7:01 | — |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 30 | 29 | 26 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 28 | 29 | 24 | 27 | 27 | 23 | 25 | 26 | 21 | 25 | 26 | 22 | 26 | 27 | 24 |
Feels °C | 32 | 30 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 27 | 28 | 23 | 26 | 26 | 23 | 25 | 27 | 23 | 25 | 26 | 23 | 26 | 26 | 24 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 15 | W 6 | W 6 | W 5 | W 6 | W 10 | W 9 | W 7 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 | W 6 | W 7 | SW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SW 15 | W 5 |
| kJ | 118 | 107 | 22 | 22 | 14 | 54 | 148 | 139 | 100 | 142 | 76 | 74 | 81 | 51 | 20 | 14 | 74 | 100 | 98 | 56 | 19 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 5 | W 5 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | W 10 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 17 | W 6 | W 4 | W 4 | S 12 | SSW 15 |
| kJ | 14 | 9 | 104 | 102 | 52 | 49 | 46 | 28 | 47 | 49 | 48 | 47 | 41 | 39 | 24 | 119 | 11 | 6 | 4 | 44 | 84 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 11 | S 10 | WSW 15 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | S 8 | SW 19 | SW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SW 12 | SSE 3 | SSW 19 | S 10 | SSE 9 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | SSW 21 | S 11 |
| kJ | 9 | 8 | 21 | 18 | 35 | 15 | 6 | 15 | 27 | 17 | 16 | 14 | 6 | 1 | 37 | 7 | 8 | 23 | 9 | 45 | 39 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | W 5 | — | W 4 | WNW 6 | — | WNW 5 | WNW 6 | — | — | — | SSE 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 4 | W 5 |
| kJ | — | — | 32 | — | 21 | 164 | — | 38 | 117 | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 28 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 14 | 14 | 0 | 128 | 14 | 0 | 21 | 59 | 0 | 124 | 14 | 0 | 47 | 21 | 0 | 75 | 21 | 0 | 294 | 14 | 0 |
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The above surf forecast table for Fernald Point provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Fernald Point can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Fernald Point 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 (Fernald Point) 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).
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