Surf Forecasts:
Hope Beach surf forecast from 26 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 29 Aug, 1PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 14s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 30 Aug, 1PM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 14s period, SW swell with 6,999 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 27 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 11s period with S swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Hope Beach this week:
The surf forecast for Hope Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 27) at 10AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 7s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Hope Beach in the next 16 days are 4.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 30) at 1PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.3m 5s period and expected on Tuesday (Sep 01) at 7PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10AM (Thu 27th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 11s |
| Best Surf | 1PM (Sat 29th Aug) | 11ft (3.5m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 1PM (Sun 30th Aug) | 15ft (4.5m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Hope Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, hope you're ready for a mixed bag of conditions here at Hope Beach over the next couple of weeks. The water temperature is sitting at 53°F, which is pretty much dead average for this time of year, so nothing unusual there.
The outlook kicks off on Thursday, 27 August, but honestly, it's nothing to write home about. We've got a tiny 3ft S swell with a period of 11 seconds, and the wind is light offshore from the N. The combined wave energy is very weak (220), so it's surfable, but just barely. The afternoon gets even worse with a low energy ESE windswell and onshore wind.
Friday, 28 August, is a write-off. Cross-shore winds and a messy 5ft SW swell with poor energy (1001) make for a total no-go. Saturday, 29 August, shows a little improvement with a 5ft SSW swell at 14 seconds, and the wind is cross-off from the W, giving us clean conditions. The energy is moderate (1052), but it's still a bit marginal. Sunday morning, 30 August, is a real standout, but it's not for everyone. We get a massive 15ft SW swell (13 seconds) with a clean cross-off wind. The combined energy is a whopping 8286 – that's some serious power. This is definitely for experts only; it's way too big for beginners. The same goes for the afternoon with 13ft.
Now, Monday, 31 August, is where the Goldilocks zone hits. Morning brings a beautiful 6ft SSW groundswell with a 15-second period, light offshore wind from the NNW, and clean conditions. The energy is solid (1694). This is prime for experienced surfers, offering excellent conditions. The afternoon is also great with 5ft and a light cross-off breeze.
Tuesday, 1 September, starts with a clean 4ft SSW swell, but the offshore wind is a fresh 30 km/h, which might be a bit much for some. The energy is moderate (773). The afternoon gets blown out by a strong cross-off breeze. Wednesday, 2 September, has a moderate offshore wind and a 4ft SSW swell, with energy (537) and clean conditions. A decent morning session.
Thursday, 3 September, afternoon is looking very good. A 5ft SSW swell, 14-second period, light cross-off wind, and clean conditions. The energy is moderate (874). The morning is a bit windier. Friday, 4 September, is a write-off due to a near gale. Saturday, 5 September, morning is a gem: 5ft SSW swell, light wind, and clean conditions with moderate energy (1017). The afternoon gets a messy cross-shore wind.
The first week of September sees a few more decent windows, but the pick of the bunch is definitely Monday, 31 August, with that clean, offshore 6ft SSW groundswell. Consistent, clean, and just the right size.
The second week is a bit more of a gamble. Sunday, 7 September, morning brings a massive 12ft SSW groundswell (17 seconds) with a moderate offshore wind – again, experts only. The energy is huge (6375). Thursday, 10 September, morning is another good one: 8ft SSW swell, 10-second period, light cross-off wind, and clean conditions. The energy is strong (2161). After that, it fades out with small, weak surf.
Overall, the standout is Monday, 31 August, with that excellent, clean, offshore groundswell at Hope Beach. Get on it if you can.
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Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Thu afternoon, min 8°C on Thu morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Very mild (max 18°C on Mon afternoon, min 8°C on Tue night). Winds increasing (calm on Mon morning, strong winds from the NW by Tue morning). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | |||||||||||||||
AM | 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 11 | ESE 9 | E 10 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 154 | 132 | 216 | 565 | 537 | 577 | 1032 | 1143 | 989 | 6673 | 6336 | 1581 | 1418 | 953 | 1302 | 773 | 468 | 679 | 532 | 378 | 569 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | on | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | cross | off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 5:26PM0.68m | 7:18AM0.43m | 6:16PM0.65m | 7:54AM0.47m | 7:10PM0.61m | 8:29AM0.51m | 8:11PM0.57m | 9:07AM0.55m | 9:22PM0.52m | 9:46AM0.59m | 10:41PM0.48m | 10:30AM0.63m | 00:06AM0.45m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 10:41AM0.33m | 00:55AM0.12m | 11:45AM0.32m | 1:32AM0.14m | 12:53PM0.31m | 2:07AM0.17m | 2:05PM0.28m | 2:43AM0.21m | 3:19PM0.25m | 3:21AM0.25m | 4:32PM0.20m | 4:01AM0.29m | 5:43PM0.15m | ||||||||
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 | 6:46 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — |
 | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:38 | — | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:40 | — | — | 5:43 | — | — | 5:44 | — |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 4 | — | — | 1 |
Temp °C | 14 | 15 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 13 | 17 | 18 | 12 | 18 | 17 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 12 |
Feels °C | 11 | 12 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 11 | 12 | 8 | 14 | 15 | 7 | 9 | 8 | 4 | 9 | 7 | 7 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 11 | ESE 9 | E 10 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 15 | S 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 |
| kJ | 154 | 132 | 196 | 373 | 428 | 577 | 1032 | 1143 | 989 | 1613 | 1985 | 1581 | 1418 | 953 | 1302 | 773 | 468 | 679 | 532 | 378 | 569 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 7 | S 10 | SSW 20 | E 9 | E 9 | SSW 16 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | S 22 | — | — | — | S 20 | S 18 | — | NE 9 | NE 8 | NE 8 | E 11 | S 17 | S 17 |
| kJ | 54 | 100 | 216 | 61 | 45 | 169 | 20 | 9 | 36 | — | — | — | 276 | 653 | — | 3 | 2 | 11 | 3 | 148 | 459 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 8 | SSW 21 | SSW 13 | E 9 | NE 9 | ESE 10 | NE 9 | S 24 | E 9 | — | — | — | NE 9 | NE 9 | — | — | — | SSE 11 | S 11 | E 11 | SW 7 |
| kJ | 12 | 88 | 66 | 2 | 3 | 32 | 3 | 11 | 7 | — | — | — | 3 | 3 | — | — | — | 13 | 2 | 2 | 65 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | WNW 3 | SW 12 | SW 12 | W 4 | W 3 | W 3 | W 3 | SW 13 | SW 14 | — | — | — | — | NNW 4 | NW 4 | SW 6 | NW 3 | NW 3 | W 3 |
| kJ | — | — | 2 | 565 | 537 | 12 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 6673 | 6336 | — | — | — | — | 10 | 27 | 32 | 2 | 6 | 5 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 2 | 39 | 17 | 17 | 0 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 7 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 52 | 39 | 11 | 0 | 39 | 17 |
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