
Surf Forecasts:
Hennemans surf forecast from 6 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 6 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 14s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 7 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 14s period, SSW swell with 1,230 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 6 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 14s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Hennemans this week:
The surf forecast for Hennemans over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Sep 06) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.6m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 10s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Hennemans in the next 16 days are 1.8m 14s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 07) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2AM (Sun 6th Sep) | 5ft (1.6m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 2AM (Sun 6th Sep) | 5ft (1.6m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Mon 7th Sep) | 6ft (1.8m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Hennemans over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the menu for Hennemans. It’s a reef set-up, exposed to the west swell, but man, this forecast is a real mixed bag. We’re looking at a 16-day window, but the first decent surf doesn’t pop up until the 5th of September.
We kick things off on Saturday afternoon, the 5th of September. There’s a 4.3ft swell coming from the south, with a 13-second period – that’s some proper groundswell energy. The combined energy is a solid 1117, so there’s some grunt in the water. The water’s sitting at 72°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so that’s a nice bonus. The wind is a cross-shore from the NW, but it’s gentle, so there’s just a slight cross-chop on the surface. The forecast is a bit marginal, but it’s the best we’ve got to start.
Sunday the 6th actually looks like the standout. The swell picks up to 5.9ft, still from the SSW, with that same 13-second period. The afternoon session has the energy jumping to 1555, which is strong. The wind turns cross-offshore from the NNW, and it’s a clean forecast. This is the best on offer – a solid, clean, intermediate-sized wave. Just be aware, Hennemans is inconsistent, so you’ll need to be patient between sets, and it can get crowded sometimes.
Monday the 7th drops off a touch. Still 5.9ft in the morning, but the wind goes back to a cross-shore, bringing a bit of chop. The afternoon gets worse, with a moderate cross-shore chop. The energy is still there, but the quality is fading.
From Tuesday the 8th onward, it’s a slow slide into average. The swell drops, the period shortens, and by Wednesday the 9th, the wind swings onshore from the SW. The swell drops to 2ft, and the conditions are reported as poor. We’ve got a long stretch of nothing good here.
The 13th of September sees a new pulse of swell from the west, but it’s short period, only 8 seconds. The wind is onshore, smashing up what little form there is. The 14th is similar, with a tiny 1.6ft, 18-second groundswell, but the wind is cross-onshore. It’s pretty much a write-off.
There’s a glimmer on the 19th of September, with a 4.9ft swell from the west, that 8-second period again. The energy is back up to 637, but the wind is cross-onshore, so it’s going to be a messy, lumpy wave. Not worth getting too excited about.
Overall, the best bet is Sunday the 6th. That’s your window. Get in while the wind is clean and the swell has some size. The rest of the outlook is a whole lot of waiting for something that just doesn’t quite come together. That’s the call from Hennemans.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Sun afternoon, min 23°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Wed morning. Warm (max 27°C on Wed morning, min 22°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Sat 5 | Sunday 6 | Monday 7 | Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SW 11 | SSW 11 | SW 10 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
600 | 989 | 1110 | 965 | 1230 | 996 | 900 | 680 | 512 | 382 | 229 | 214 | 267 | 342 | 437 | 416 | 411 | 395 | 360 | 255 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross | cross-on | on | glassy | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 4:51PM1.71m | 7:41AM1.19m | 6:06PM1.82m | 8:08AM1.33m | 7:05PM1.93m | 8:36AM1.45m | 7:55PM2.00m | 9:04AM1.57m | 8:40PM1.99m | 9:33AM1.66m | 9:23PM1.92m | 10:01AM1.74m | 10:04PM1.78m | |||||||
Low Tide | 1:00AM-0.03m | 12:16PM0.87m | 1:48AM-0.16m | 1:19PM0.69m | 2:28AM-0.23m | 2:10PM0.51m | 3:03AM-0.24m | 2:54PM0.35m | 3:36AM-0.19m | 3:37PM0.23m | 4:06AM-0.08m | 4:19PM0.15m | 4:35AM0.06m | |||||||
— | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | |
7:08 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:06 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:02 | — | — | 7:01 | — | — | 7:00 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 24 | 24 | 24 | 28 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 |
Feels °C | 23 | 23 | 22 | 27 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 25 | 24 | 26 | 27 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 22 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SW 11 | SSW 11 | SW 10 | SSW 9 | SW 9 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | W 7 |
600 | 989 | 1110 | 965 | 1230 | 996 | 900 | 680 | 512 | 382 | 229 | 154 | 118 | 342 | 437 | 416 | 411 | 395 | 360 | 55 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | WSW 10 | S 9 | S 12 | W 12 | WSW 19 | SW 9 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 13 | W 5 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 8 | SW 9 | SW 8 | W 6 | W 7 | W 7 | SW 15 |
416 | 36 | 60 | 547 | 3 | 37 | 3 | 50 | 80 | 67 | 11 | 214 | 267 | 69 | 64 | 43 | 38 | 59 | 61 | 255 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 11 | WNW 9 | — | SW 11 | NW 12 | W 11 | W 11 | WNW 7 | SW 21 | WNW 4 | SW 16 | W 6 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | W 5 | SW 8 | SW 7 | SW 7 | S 9 |
66 | 8 | — | 31 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 18 | 5 | 130 | 16 | 58 | 56 | 56 | 13 | 20 | 12 | 11 | 15 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 12 | — | — | NW 4 | WNW 4 | WNW 4 | WNW 4 | WNW 4 | WNW 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 7 | SW 6 |
35 | — | — | 12 | 15 | 9 | 12 | 12 | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 15 | 17 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 16 | 0 | 16 | 16 | 0 | 16 | 16 | 0 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 83 | 0 | 16 | 5 | 5 | 129 | 129 | 6 |
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Information about the Hennemans Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Hennemans provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Hennemans can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Hennemans 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 (Hennemans) 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 Hennemans 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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