Surf Forecasts:
Flagpoles surf forecast from 26 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 1 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 5s period, E swell with 27 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Flagpoles this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Flagpoles in the next 16 days are 0.8m 5s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 01) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.3m 4s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 27) at 5PM.
| Wave Type | Time (EDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Tue 1st Sep) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 5s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Flagpoles over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s break down what’s on the table for Flagpoles — a beach and reef setup that’s pretty consistent and gets a bit of a bump from any NE swell. But honestly, the next week and a half? It’s a tough watch. We’ve got a long stretch of flat, choppy, or just plain messy conditions before a glimmer of hope shows up in the second week.
Right now, the water is running at 87°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year — nothing crazy, just a bit of tropical warmth hanging around.
The whole run from Wednesday 26 August all the way through to Monday 7 September is a write-off. Tiny swell, mostly under 2ft, with short periods — often 4 to 8 seconds — and consistent onshore or cross-onshore winds from the ESE or E. The combined energy is weak, sometimes as low as 12 (12) and only rarely touching 37 (37). That’s not enough push for anything rideable, and the wind is keeping everything messy. Expect a long gap of almost two weeks with no real surf. It’s just one of those blank runs for the area.
Now, finally, something shifts on Tuesday 8 September. The morning sees a waist-high 3ft NE swell, period 9 seconds, with clean cross-offshore winds from the WSW. The combined energy picks up to 116 (116) — moderate, finally. The afternoon is even better: glassy conditions with a light NNW breeze, same 3ft NE swell. That’s your standout window. Wednesday 9 September keeps the clean vibe going in the morning with 3ft NE swell at 11 seconds (185), a nice long-period groundswell that will shape up well on the reef. Winds are cross-offshore from the SW. This is the best on offer, though it’s still only surfable, not epic. Thursday 10 September morning also looks clean with 2ft NE swell.
So, if you’ve been waiting, mark Tuesday 8 and Wednesday 9 September. The swell stays small, but the conditions turn clean and the energy is finally there. It’s not for beginners — it’s small and gentle enough for most, but the long period might make the sets a bit more powerful on the reef. Crowds are possible at Flagpoles, so keep an eye out.
After that, the window closes again. The outlook’s a long wait for a short, clean window. Stay tuned, forecasts can change.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 12mm), heaviest on Thu morning. Warm (max 30°C on Wed afternoon, min 27°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 12mm), heaviest on Sat afternoon. Warm (max 31°C on Sat afternoon, min 28°C on Sun morning). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Wed 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | ||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 4 | SSE 4 | SE 4 | ESE 4 | ENE 14 | ENE 13 | ENE 12 | ENE 12 | ENE 11 | ENE 11 | ENE 11 | ESE 4 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 9 | ENE 8 | E 4 | SE 5 | ENE 4 | ENE 4 |
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 kJ | 6 | 7 | 9 | 3 | 18 | 17 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 20 | 13 | 15 | 25 |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | on |
High Tide | 7:55PM0.93m | 8:03AM0.86m | 8:32PM0.95m | 8:45AM0.90m | 9:09PM0.95m | 9:27AM0.93m | 9:45PM0.94m | 10:10AM0.96m | 10:24PM0.93m | 10:54AM0.98m | 11:04PM0.91m | 11:41AM0.98m | 11:49PM0.88m | |||||||
Low Tide | 2:02AM0.13m | 2:11PM0.05m | 2:37AM0.09m | 2:50PM0.05m | 3:12AM0.06m | 3:30PM0.06m | 3:48AM0.03m | 4:12PM0.09m | 4:27AM0.02m | 4:58PM0.12m | 5:11AM0.02m | 5:49PM0.16m | ||||||||
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 | — | — | 6:56 | — | — | 6:56 | — | — | 6:58 | — | — | 6:58 | — | — | 6:58 | — | — | 6:58 | — | — |
 | 7:45 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | 7:44 | — | — | 7:43 | — | — | 7:42 | — | — | 7:40 | — | — | 7:39 | — |
mm | — | 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | 3 | 8 | 2 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | — |
Temp °C | 30 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 31 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 29 |
Feels °C | 30 | 28 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 33 | 32 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 32 | 32 | 33 | 32 | 33 | 32 | 32 | 33 | 32 | 31 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 10 | E 10 | NE 8 | ESE 4 | ENE 14 | ENE 9 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 11 | ENE 11 | ENE 8 | SSE 4 | SSE 5 | SE 4 | ENE 8 | NE 9 | SE 5 | ENE 8 | ESE 12 |
| kJ | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 18 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 12 | 12 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 11 | 6 | 14 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 7 | NE 9 | NE 15 | SSE 4 | ENE 8 | ENE 13 | ENE 12 | ENE 12 | ENE 11 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 9 | NE 9 | S 5 | ENE 8 | ESE 7 | ENE 7 |
| kJ | 2 | 3 | 9 | 3 | 6 | 17 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 5 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 10 | E 7 | E 9 | NE 8 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | ENE 7 | — | E 8 | — | E 7 | NE 9 | ESE 8 |
| kJ | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | — | 1 | — | 1 | 3 | 6 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 4 | SSE 4 | SE 4 | — | SE 4 | SE 4 | SE 4 | ESE 4 | ESE 4 | ESE 4 | E 4 | ESE 4 | E 4 | E 4 | NE 4 | E 4 | E 4 | ENE 4 | ENE 4 | ENE 4 |
| kJ | 6 | 7 | 7 | — | 11 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 11 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 20 | 13 | 15 | 25 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1724 | 354 | 1004 | 1599 | 139 | 136 | 892 | 265 | 352 | 1041 | 1075 | 944 | 1734 | 831 | 831 | 831 | 838 | 1031 | 1032 | 354 |
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The above surf forecast table for Flagpoles provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Flagpoles can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Flagpoles 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 (Flagpoles) 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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