Surf Forecasts:
Hideaway surf forecast from 28 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 31 Jul, 6AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 11s period, SSE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 3 Aug, 3PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 14s period, S swell with 2,687 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 31 Jul, 6AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 11s period with SSE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Hideaway this week:
The surf forecast for Hideaway over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 31) at 6AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 11s. Another secondary swell of 1.2m and 6s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Hideaway in the next 16 days are 2.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 03) at 3PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.5m 6s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 04) at 9PM.
| Wave Type | Time (+12) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 6AM (Fri 31st Jul) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 11s |
| Best Surf | 6AM (Fri 31st Jul) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 11s |
| Most Powerful | 3PM (Mon 3rd Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Hideaway over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the menu for the next couple of weeks.
Honestly, it’s a pretty grim start. We’re looking at a long stretch of nothing special. The first real chance of a wave comes on Tuesday the 28th of July, but even then, it’s a tough sell. The swell is from the SSW at 6ft with a period of 14 seconds, which is nice and long, but the wind is a moderate cross-shore from the SE. That’s creating a cross-chop that’s going to mess with the face. The combined energy is strong though, at 1371. Still, the water temp is a comfortable 78°, which is about normal for this time of year, so at least you won’t be cold. The break is Hideaway, a rarely breaking reef, so it’s got to be right to even think about it. This one is for advanced crew only.
The rest of the week and into the weekend is more of the same: winds are mostly cross or cross-onshore, the swell is there but it’s messy. Thursday morning the 30th of July sees a cleaner window with cross-offshore winds and a 3ft SSW swell, but the energy is way down at 748. It’s small and clean, but will it break? The only real standout in the whole window is shaping up to be Sunday the 9th of August. The forecast shows a 4ft S swell with a 15-second period, and the wind is a gentle offshore from the East. That’s a clean, glassy morning with a combined energy of 943. The forecast even says “expect very good surf conditions.” That’s the one to circle on your calendar. It’s a long way off, so don’t bank on it yet, but it’s the only real beacon of hope.
After that, it dies off again. The last few days of the window are a real letdown, with small, weak swells and onshore winds. The 12th of August is a total write-off, with a tiny 2ft swell from the SW and a cross-onshore wind. The energy is a pathetic 179. It’s just not worth paddling out for.
So, to sum it up: the next few weeks are a waiting game. The early days are a no-go, and the only real flicker of quality is that Sunday the 9th of August. Keep an eye on it, but don’t hold your breath.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Warm (max 23°C on Wed morning, min 19°C on Tue night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Fri night. Warm (max 24°C on Sat morning, min 19°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | ||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | S 12 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSE 12 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | SW 16 | SSW 16 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | S 13 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 1491 | 1121 | 1004 | 437 | 247 | 392 | 210 | 202 | 274 | 425 | 469 | 482 | 245 | 496 | 840 | 1057 | 1143 | 2687 | 1968 |
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Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross |
High Tide | 6:01AM1.53m | 6:51PM1.38m | 6:40AM1.55m | 7:27PM1.42m | 7:18AM1.55m | 8:03PM1.45m | 7:56AM1.53m | 8:39PM1.48m | 8:36AM1.49m | 9:16PM1.49m | 9:19AM1.44m | 9:55PM1.50m | |||||||
Low Tide | 11:56PM0.50m | 12:35PM0.21m | 00:36AM0.47m | 1:10PM0.19m | 1:15AM0.46m | 1:45PM0.19m | 1:55AM0.44m | 2:20PM0.22m | 2:35AM0.44m | 2:55PM0.26m | 3:18AM0.43m | 3:32PM0.31m | |||||||
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 | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — |
 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:53 | — | — | 5:53 | — | — | 5:53 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — |
mm | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 21 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 20 | 24 | 24 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 21 |
Feels °C | 19 | 19 | 19 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 21 | 20 | 18 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 16 | 17 | 15 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | S 12 | SSE 7 | SSE 8 | SSE 12 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 8 | SSW 16 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | S 13 |
| kJ | 1491 | 1121 | 1004 | 193 | 138 | 392 | 210 | 202 | 120 | 425 | 469 | 482 | 175 | 496 | 840 | 1057 | 1143 | 2285 | 1968 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 13 | SSE 13 | SE 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SW 12 | SSW 11 | SW 16 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SW 16 | SSE 11 | SE 14 | SE 13 | SE 12 | SE 11 | SSW 20 |
| kJ | 45 | 62 | 92 | 437 | 247 | 180 | 137 | 84 | 274 | 125 | 109 | 74 | 245 | 85 | 208 | 78 | 49 | 45 | 37 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | S 10 | S 11 | SE 14 | S 12 | SSE 13 | SE 12 | SSW 16 | SSW 11 | SW 11 | SE 12 | SE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 15 | S 24 | SW 22 | SW 21 | SSW 20 | SE 11 |
| kJ | — | 8 | 22 | 100 | 108 | 63 | 40 | 175 | 84 | 58 | 35 | 33 | 107 | 22 | 11 | 18 | 18 | 40 | 19 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 8 | SE 5 | SE 6 | ESE 6 | ESE 6 | ESE 6 | ENE 2 | E 6 | — | E 7 | ESE 6 | E 6 | — | ESE 6 | ESE 7 | S 5 | S 7 | S 14 | SE 7 |
| kJ | 1 | 111 | 284 | 280 | 210 | 155 | 1 | 104 | — | 107 | 64 | 30 | — | 16 | 19 | 32 | 236 | 2687 | 408 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1300 | 60 | 1292 | 49 | 60 | 49 | 60 | 49 | 49 | 49 | 49 | 14 | 49 | 0 | 883 | 1300 | 1300 | 1300 | 1871 |
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The above surf forecast table for Hideaway provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Hideaway can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Hideaway 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 (Hideaway) 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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