Hope Beach Surf Break

Lat Long: 43.02° S 147.51° E

Hope Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 am 09 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Hope Beach sea temperature is
12.1°C
0.3° 

Hope Beach surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Hope Beach surf forecast from 9 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 9 Sep, 7PM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 18s period, SSW swell with cross-shore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 10 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 20ft (6.0m), 17s period, SSW swell with 22,915 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 9 Sep, 7PM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 18s period with SSW 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 Wednesday (Sep 09) at 7PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 4.0m and 18s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-shore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Hope Beach in the next 16 days are 6.0m 17s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Sep 10) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.5m 5s period and expected on Monday (Sep 14) at 10PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 7PM (Wed 9th Sep)13ft (4.0m) 18s
Best Surf 7PM (Wed 9th Sep)13ft (4.0m) 18s
Most Powerful 1AM (Thu 10th Sep)20ft (6.0m) 17s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Hope Beach over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, let’s talk about Hope Beach. This spot is a fickle one, folks, it’s inconsistent by nature, so you gotta be patient. Water’s sitting at about 54°F, which is right on the money for this time of year.

We’re kicking off on Wednesday the 9th, and honestly, it’s a no-go. The swell is a massive 12ft from the SSW, and the combined energy is through the roof (8355). That’s way too big for this place, and with a 19 mph cross-shore wind, it’s just a blown-out mess. Stay on the beach.

Thursday the 10th morning is the first real glimmer. The swell drops to a manageable 8ft from the S, and the wind goes light offshore from the NNW, cleaning it right up. The energy is still hefty (3652), but this is for the experienced crew only. The 16-second period gives it some serious grunt, and the tide should cooperate for some well-shaped waves.

Friday the 11th is a total bust. A 16ft SW swell is forecast, which is insane for this break. Even with an offshore wind in the morning, the energy (15256) makes it dangerous. Hard pass.

Saturday the 12th morning gives you a reprieve. 6ft of SSW swell with clean conditions under a light N breeze. The energy (1882) is moderate, and it’s a solid size for the better surfers. The wind is light, so the surface should be glassy. Just be aware it can get crowded when it’s good.

Sunday the 13th is a small day. We’re looking at 4ft to 3ft of SSW swell with offshore winds all day. The energy drops right off (743 then 373), so it’s a fun, small-wave day for a longboard or a fish. Not a standout.

Monday the 14th through Tuesday the 15th is a flat or messy spell. The swell is tiny or lumpy, with weak energy readings. You’ll be waiting, not surfing.

Wednesday the 16th morning brings a new pulse. A clean 6ft SSW swell with offshore wind and moderate energy (1978). This is a very good window for intermediate to expert surfers. The period is 17 seconds, which is a proper groundswell with solid shape.

The 17th and 18th are rough. Strong winds and rain showers mess up the surface, making it a chore even if there’s some energy in the water.

Now, the big one to circle on your calendar is Saturday the 19th morning. We’re talking a heavy 13ft SW swell, but the wind is light and cross-offshore. The combined energy is massive (6585). This is a pure big-wave day for experts only. If the tide is right, it could be an epic session for the brave.

After that, it fades into small, weak, or onshore garbage through the 20th and 21st. The 22nd has a small window of cleanish surf, but it’s marginal.

The 23rd shows another spike to 8ft, but with cross-shore winds, it’s not worth the hassle.

The outlook ends on Thursday the 24th. The morning looks good: 5ft of swell with a nice offshore wind and clean conditions. The afternoon, though, shows a big 13ft wave building again, so be aware of the change.

So, to wrap it up: your best bets are Thursday the 10th morning for a solid session for the experienced, and keep a close eye on Saturday the 19th for a potential big-wave day for the experts. The rest is a patchy mix. Hope Beach plays hard to get, but when she opens up, she’s a good one.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Fri afternoon, min 6°C on Fri night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the WSW on Wed morning, calm by Fri morning).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Sun afternoon, min 7°C on Mon night). Winds increasing (light winds from the N on Sat morning, strong winds from the W by Mon night).

Wednesday
9
Thursday
10
Friday
11
Saturday
12
Sunday
13
Monday
14
Tuesday
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Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
3.5
SSW
19
4
SSW
18
6
SSW
17
2.5
S
16
2.2
SSW
16
4
SW
15
5
SW
15
5
SW
16
2.2
SSW
17
1.8
SSW
17
1.6
SSW
16
1.5
S
17
1.2
SSW
16
0.9
SSW
15
0.7
SSW
14
0.6
SSW
13
0.6
SSW
12
2.2
SW
13
2.3
SW
13
2.1
SSW
14
1.7
SSW
14
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
8355
9002
22915
3652
2310
7233
11529
11570
2672
1882
1331
1357
739
365
198
129
96
1457
1811
1735
1204
Wind (km/h)
35
WSW
35
WSW
25
WSW
10
NW
20
W
15
WNW
5
NW
10
SE
10
WNW
5
N
10
ESE
15
N
20
N
10
NW
10
NNW
15
NNW
30
WNW
50
W
35
WSW
30
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15
NW
Wind State
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cross
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High Tide
4:49PM0.69m
6:54AM0.45m
5:44PM0.64m
7:24AM0.47m
6:40PM0.58m
7:52AM0.50m
7:40PM0.52m
8:18AM0.53m
8:46PM0.46m
8:44AM0.56m
10:01PM0.42m
9:12AM0.58m
11:25PM0.39m
Low Tide
10:18AM0.35m
00:19AM0.09m
11:23AM0.34m
00:58AM0.14m
12:31PM0.32m
1:30AM0.20m
1:39PM0.29m
1:56AM0.26m
2:46PM0.26m
2:15AM0.31m
3:51PM0.23m
2:29AM0.34m
4:50PM0.21m
2:40AM0.37m
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6:15
6:13
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5:51
5:52
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5:54
5:57
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10
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Feels °C
2
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11
10
6
13
13
9
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7
5
15
17
12
13
11
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3
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Information about the Hope Beach Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Hope Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Hope Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Hope Beach 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 (Hope Beach) 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 Hope Beach 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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