
Surf Forecasts:
Hennemans surf forecast from 7 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 10 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 14s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 8 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 16s period, SW swell with 371 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 10 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 14s period with SW 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 Monday (Aug 10) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 11s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Hennemans in the next 16 days are 0.9m 16s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 08) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2AM (Mon 10th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 2AM (Mon 10th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Sat 8th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Hennemans over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s cookin’ for Hennemans over the next couple of weeks.
Straight up, I gotta be honest with ya – the next 16 days are looking pretty bleak for a proper paddle. There’s a long quiet spell ahead. The first real chance to even think about a wave doesn’t show up until Friday, the 14th of August, and even then, it’s a real marginal call. Before that, from the 7th through the 13th, we’re looking at a solid stretch of poor surf with barely any energy. The swell is tiny, mostly around 1ft to 3ft from the SW, and the wind is either cross-onshore or onshore, messing up what little ripple there is. The combined energy is weak, sitting between 247 and 375 for most of that time – just not enough oomph to get excited about.
The first faint glimmer of hope comes on the morning of Friday, the 14th of August. The swell bumps up to 2ft from the SW, but the period is a very long 18 seconds. That’s groundswell energy, which is good for shape, but at this size, it’s gonna be a real struggle. The wind is just a gentle cross-shore, so the surface will have a slight chop but not a complete mess. The combined energy climbs to 528 (moderate), which is the best we’ve seen so far. Honestly, it’s about the only thing worth mentioning, but it’s still a marginal day. Saturday the 15th of August sees a little more size – 3ft to 4ft from the SW, with a 16-second period, and the energy hits 581 to 596 (moderate). The wind is light and onshore in the morning, switching to light and onshore in the afternoon. It’s the biggest swell of the run, but it’s still a marginal call with onshore wind.
For the rest of the window, from the 16th of August onward, it’s back to small, weak, and messy. Swells stay under 3ft, periods drop, and the wind keeps coming from the wrong directions. The energy stays in the 300s and 400s – just not enough to make a proper wave.
If I had to point you to the best of a bad lot, it’s the Saturday, the 15th of August. The swell is around 4ft from the SW, with a moderate 16-second period. The combined energy is 596, which is the highest of the whole forecast. The problem is the wind is light and onshore, so it’s not gonna be glassy. But if you’re desperate and you’ve got a log, you might find a lumpy, soft wave. It’s not a standout by any stretch, just the least bad option.
This reef at Hennemans is inconsistent at the best of times, and this forecast is a classic example of a blank run. It’s pretty normal for this area to have long stretches of nothing. Don’t hold your breath. Forecasts can change, but right now, it’s a waiting game.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Sat morning, min 20°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Warm (max 23°C on Mon afternoon, min 21°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SW 13 | SSW 19 | SW 19 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 20 | SW 13 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 |
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113 | 248 | 173 | 309 | 230 | 261 | 367 | 275 | 217 | 211 | 183 | 134 | 180 | 117 | 197 | 249 | 179 | 310 | 306 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | on | on | glassy | on | cross-on | glassy | on | cross-on | on |
High Tide | 6:42AM0.91m | 4:59PM1.77m | 7:51AM1.04m | 6:08PM1.90m | 8:31AM1.16m | 7:08PM2.03m | 9:05AM1.27m | 8:01PM2.13m | 9:38AM1.38m | 8:49PM2.17m | 10:11AM1.47m | 9:34PM2.13m | |||||||
Low Tide | 00:04AM0.21m | 10:07AM0.84m | 1:13AM-0.00m | 11:52AM0.85m | 2:06AM-0.19m | 1:08PM0.77m | 2:50AM-0.33m | 2:06PM0.65m | 3:31AM-0.40m | 2:57PM0.52m | 4:08AM-0.40m | 3:44PM0.42m | 4:44AM-0.33m | ||||||
— | 6:05 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | |
— | — | 7:42 | — | — | 7:40 | — | — | 7:39 | — | — | 7:38 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:37 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — |
Temp °C | 21 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 21 |
Feels °C | 22 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 22 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SSW 13 | SW 13 | SSW 12 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 |
106 | 136 | 103 | 309 | 230 | 261 | 367 | 275 | 217 | 211 | 183 | 118 | 180 | 87 | 197 | 249 | 179 | 310 | 306 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 18 | SSW 19 | SW 19 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | W 4 | WNW 4 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 20 | SW 20 | SW 19 | SW 14 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SW 13 | SSW 11 |
113 | 248 | 173 | 92 | 69 | 90 | 10 | 7 | 61 | 19 | 63 | 134 | 133 | 54 | 57 | 48 | 46 | 44 | 40 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 4 | WNW 4 | S 9 | S 9 | S 9 | SW 23 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 21 | W 4 | W 4 | SW 16 | WNW 8 | SW 18 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | W 9 | WNW 9 |
4 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 20 | 69 | 31 | 72 | 3 | 1 | 40 | 11 | 117 | 103 | 45 | 44 | 15 | 8 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | WNW 4 | WNW 4 | WNW 4 | WNW 3 | — | — | WNW 5 | — | — | W 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | — | — | 7 | — | — | 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 3 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 6 | 16 | 16 | 0 | 7 | 63 | 0 | 153 | 16 | 0 | 129 | 16 | 62 |
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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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