Surf Forecasts:
Harlyn surf forecast from 7 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 13 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 9s period, W swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 13 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 10s period, W swell with 290 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 13 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 9s period with W swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Harlyn this week:
The surf forecast for Harlyn over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 13) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 9s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Harlyn in the next 16 days are 1.2m 10s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 13) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.2m 2s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 7PM.
| Wave Type | Time (BST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Thu 13th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 1AM (Thu 13th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Thu 13th Aug) | 4ft (1.2m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Harlyn over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, it’s Rusty here. Let’s be honest with you right off the bat: this is a grim 16-day outlook for our local stretch. The only break on the radar is Harlyn, and it’s a sheltered, inconsistent beginner spot that’s been scoring a flat zero across the board. The first recommendation doesn’t show up until the 14th of August, so we’re looking at a solid week of nothing from now until the 14th. That’s a big gap.
The water temp at Harlyn is sitting at 66°F which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so at least a dip won’t sting.
The 14th of August, Friday morning, is the first tiny flicker of hope. Swell is a weak 3ft from the west, with a short period of 8 seconds and combined energy of just 109 (weak). The wind goes glassy though, which is a major positive for clean conditions. The guidance says it’s “surfable waves but very ordinary conditions,” and honestly, that’s it. It’s a tiny wave for the absolute beginner on a longboard. No standout here.
The 18th of August, Tuesday morning, offers something a bit more: a 4ft west swell with an 8-second period, moderate wave energy (249), and clean offshore winds from the south. That’s the best on offer in the whole window. The break is inconsistent, but when it works, a clean 4ft with offshore breeze is a fun little wave for the learner crew. Keep expectations low; it’s not a rippable gem.
Other than that, it’s cross-onshore chop, lack of size, or strong onshore winds ruining any chance of quality. The 20th of August picks up some energy (341 combined energy, moderate) but the wind is cross-onshore and lumpy, so it’s messy.
There’s nothing here for the experienced surfer. The whole run is pretty poor – Harlyn is a sheltered spot and it just doesn’t have the exposure to grab the bigger swells. This kind of blank run is more normal for the area, so don’t hold your breath.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Sat afternoon, min 15°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Tue morning, min 18°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Thu 6 | Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | ||||||||||||||
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) | W 6 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 7 | W 11 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 |
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 kJ | 30 | 17 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 8 | 15 | 8 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 23 | 22 | 20 | 11 | 114 | 225 | 199 | 190 |
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-off | glassy | cross-on | on | on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | on | cross-on | cross | cross-off |
High Tide | 11:39PM5.44m | 12:14PM5.23m | 00:53AM5.18m | 1:35PM5.13m | 2:19AM5.16m | 2:59PM5.33m | 3:38AM5.43m | 4:10PM5.77m | 4:42AM5.86m | 5:08PM6.29m | 5:35AM6.28m | 5:57PM6.74m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 5:23PM1.49m | 5:59AM1.61m | 6:35PM1.74m | 7:19AM1.80m | 8:05PM1.77m | 8:48AM1.72m | 9:32PM1.49m | 10:05AM1.37m | 10:41PM1.03m | 11:05AM0.91m | 11:36PM0.55m | 11:55AM0.48m | 00:24AM0.17m | |||||||
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 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — |
 | 8:57 | — | — | 8:54 | — | — | 8:52 | — | — | 8:52 | — | — | 8:50 | — | — | 8:47 | — | — | 8:45 | — |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 20 | 21 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 25 | 25 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 |
Feels °C | 13 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 19 | 21 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 17 | 18 | 19 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 6 | W 5 | W 5 | WNW 4 | W 9 | W 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 7 | W 11 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 |
| kJ | 30 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 15 | 14 | 8 | 15 | 8 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 23 | 22 | 20 | 11 | 114 | 225 | 199 | 190 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 5 | N 5 | W 9 | W 9 | WNW 4 | NW 11 | WSW 7 | WSW 7 | WSW 6 | WSW 7 | WSW 6 | WNW 4 | WSW 6 | WSW 7 | W 10 | W 9 | W 7 | — | — | — |
| kJ | 7 | 4 | 15 | 15 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 6 | 9 | — | — | — |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 10 | W 10 | N 5 | SW 12 | SW 11 | NW 5 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 | SW 12 | W 3 | WSW 6 | W 13 | W 4 | SW 6 | SW 6 | SW 6 | — | — | — |
| kJ | 17 | 17 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 3 | NNW 3 | — | WNW 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 2 | — | 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 416 | 232 | 400 | 391 | 246 | 244 | 70 | 56 | 403 | 74 | 56 | 58 | 74 | 56 | 70 | 227 | 2 | 74 | 1 | 1 |
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The above surf forecast table for Harlyn provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Harlyn can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Harlyn 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 (Harlyn) 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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