Surf Forecasts:
Icarai surf forecast from 30 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 6 Aug, 6AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 7s period, ENE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 2 Aug, 3AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 8s period, E swell with 287 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 6 Aug, 6AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 7s period with ENE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Icarai this week:
The surf forecast for Icarai over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 06) at 6AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.4m and 7s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Icarai in the next 16 days are 1.6m 8s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 02) at 3AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 4s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 02) at 6AM.
| Wave Type | Time (-03) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 6AM (Thu 6th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 7s |
| Best Surf | 6AM (Thu 6th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 7s |
| Most Powerful | 3AM (Sun 2nd Aug) | 5ft (1.6m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Icarai over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here again. Let's be real – this 16-day forecast for Icarai is a total bummer. We’re looking at a long stretch of dodgy wind and swell that just doesn’t want to cooperate. The water is a warm 81°F, a bit toastier than normal for this time of year, but that’s where the good news ends.
The whole period is a write-off. From July 30th all the way through early August, it’s all poor surf conditions. The wind is a pain – mostly cross-offshore from the SE in the mornings, keeping the surface clean, but the swell is coming from the East with a pathetic 6-second period. Wave heights are between 3ft and 4ft, but the combined energy is weak, rarely getting above 140. Afternoons are even worse, with the wind going cross-shore and chopping everything up.
There’s one morning, August 2nd, that almost gets a pass. The swell jumps to 5ft with an 8-second period, giving a combined energy of 229. The wind is clean cross-offshore, and the forecast gives it a marginal score of 1 out of 10. It’s the only thing that’s even close to rideable, but it’s still not good. For a beginner-friendly break like Icarai, that 3ft to 5ft range is fine, but with the wrong wind and short period, it’s just a mess.
The second week is a repeat. From August 8th to the 14th, it’s the same story: poor conditions, cross-shore winds, and weak, short-period swell. The morning of August 11th throws a 5ft swell with a combined energy of 395, but it’s cross-shore and still poor quality. That’s too big for beginners, and the wind makes it a frustrating session for anyone.
So, bottom line: there are no good surf options in this 16-day window. Icarai is a very consistent spot, so a dry spell like this is unusual. It won’t last forever, but for now, don’t bother. The morning of August 2nd is your only hope, and even then, keep your expectations low. With that wind and weak swell, it’s honestly more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 29°C on Sat afternoon, min 22°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Warm (max 28°C on Sun morning, min 23°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 6 | E 6 | ENE 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 5 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 8 | E 7 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 5 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | ENE 7 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 106 | 99 | 52 | 83 | 69 | 52 | 154 | 128 | 196 | 229 | 159 | 85 | 109 | 102 | 56 | 86 | 88 | 77 | 86 | 134 | 158 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross |
High Tide | 5:34PM2.28m | 5:46AM2.42m | 6:09PM2.34m | 6:23AM2.46m | 6:44PM2.39m | 7:01AM2.46m | 7:21PM2.40m | 7:42AM2.42m | 8:01PM2.38m | 8:26AM2.34m | 8:45PM2.33m | 9:15AM2.23m | 9:36PM2.25m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 11:17AM0.27m | 11:29PM0.33m | 11:53AM0.22m | 00:05AM0.27m | 12:28PM0.20m | 00:43AM0.22m | 1:05PM0.21m | 1:22AM0.21m | 1:44PM0.26m | 2:05AM0.24m | 2:26PM0.34m | 2:53AM0.31m | 3:14PM0.45m | ||||||||
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 | 5:41 | — | — | 5:41 | — | — | 5:41 | — | — | 5:41 | — | — | 5:41 | — | — | 5:41 | — | — | 5:41 | — | — |
 | — | 5:38 | — | — | 5:38 | — | — | 5:38 | — | — | 5:38 | — | — | 5:38 | — | — | 5:38 | — | — | 5:38 | — |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 5 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
Temp °C | 28 | 28 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 28 | 29 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 25 |
Feels °C | 27 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 28 | 27 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 26 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 9 | NNE 9 | NNE 9 | NNE 9 | NNE 9 | NNE 9 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | — | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 7 | NNE 9 | NNE 9 | NNE 9 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 |
| kJ | 34 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 28 | 23 | 13 | — | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 7 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 12 | N 11 | NE 10 | N 10 | — | N 9 | — | — | — |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 2 | 4 | 2 | — | 2 | — | — | — |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 11 | N 11 | N 11 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 2 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 6 | E 6 | ENE 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 5 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 8 | E 7 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 5 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | ENE 7 |
| kJ | 106 | 99 | 52 | 83 | 69 | 52 | 154 | 128 | 196 | 229 | 159 | 85 | 109 | 102 | 56 | 86 | 88 | 77 | 86 | 134 | 158 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 693 | 693 | 693 | 1179 | 2176 | 1179 | 1177 | 1848 | 1202 | 1202 | 1778 | 720 | 1690 | 1778 | 1218 | 1778 | 1778 | 1778 | 1778 | 1796 | 503 |
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The above surf forecast table for Icarai provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Icarai can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Icarai 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 (Icarai) 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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