
Surf Forecasts:
Icelands surf forecast from 6 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 8 Sep, 10AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 18s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 13 Sep, 4AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 17s period, SW swell with 2,570 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 8 Sep, 10AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 18s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Icelands this week:
The surf forecast for Icelands over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 08) at 10AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 20s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 18s. Another secondary swell of 1.4m and 8s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Icelands in the next 16 days are 2.1m 17s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Sep 13) at 4AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.6m 6s period and expected on Sunday (Sep 06) at 4PM.
| Wave Type | Time (WIB) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10AM (Tue 8th Sep) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 18s |
| Best Surf | 10AM (Tue 8th Sep) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 18s |
| Most Powerful | 4AM (Sun 13th Sep) | 7ft (2.1m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Icelands over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s talk about what’s cooking at Icelands over the next couple of weeks.
First up, water temp is sitting about average for this time of year. We’re looking at a solid run of surf, but it’s a mixed bag. The opening days are a bit of a tease – there’s swell, but the wind is a constant cross-off or cross breeze, which will keep things textured. Still, for the experienced surfer, there are some windows.
The real standout window is Tuesday afternoon, September 8th. The swell is a clean 4ft from the SSW, with a very long 17-second period. That’s proper groundswell energy. The wind is a gentle cross-off breeze, keeping the faces clean. The combined energy is moderate to strong (1417). This is a reef break that loves a south-southwest swell, so the lines should be peeling nicely. It’s rated for advanced surfers, and with that long period, expect well-shaped waves with long gaps between sets. It’s a good one to sit and wait for the right one.
Another one to mark on the calendar is Friday morning, September 18th. This is a bigger one: 7ft from the SSW, with a period of 18 seconds. That’s very long-period groundswell. The energy is strong (2441). Wind is a light cross-off from the southeast, keeping it clean. At 7ft, this is pushing into expert territory. It’s going to be powerful, and with that long period, it might be a bit fat and straight on the open sections, but on a reef like Icelands, it should offer some classic, deep-water ledges. This one is worth the wait.
There is a gap in the early part of the second week, but the swell returns with a few more promising mornings. The Saturday morning, September 20th also has a clean 6ft from the south (14-second period), with moderate energy (1943). It’s another solid option for the experienced surfer.
Wind is a persistent factor here. Most days are cross-off or cross, which is workable, but it’s rarely glassy. The crowds can be an issue here, often present, so you’ll want to be out there early for the best of it.
So, bottom line: the surf is on, but it’s not a beginner’s playground. For the crew that can handle it, the best bets are that Tuesday afternoon (8th) and Friday morning (18th). Keep an eye on the second week – those bigger swells look promising, but they’re a way off, so don’t put all your eggs in that basket just yet.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Sun afternoon. Warm (max 28°C on Sun morning, min 27°C on Sun afternoon). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 38mm), heaviest during Thu afternoon. Warm (max 28°C on Wed morning, min 25°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 6 | Monday 7 | Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | |||||||||||||||
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Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | S 17 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSE 8 | SSE 9 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | S 15 | S 15 | S 14 | SSW 16 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SW 21 | SW 19 | SW 19 | SW 18 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
724 | 596 | 411 | 536 | 344 | 416 | 365 | 1045 | 1210 | 1576 | 1371 | 1016 | 1055 | 1235 | 1054 | 1001 | 818 | 1167 | 1100 | 2162 | 2457 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | glassy | off | cross | cross-off |
High Tide | 1:44PM0.53m | 2:30AM1.00m | 3:31PM0.61m | 3:47AM1.07m | 4:35PM0.73m | 4:45AM1.14m | 5:23PM0.87m | 5:32AM1.19m | 6:03PM1.00m | 6:14AM1.20m | 6:40PM1.11m | 6:52AM1.18m | 7:16PM1.18m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 6:36PM0.30m | 9:44AM0.29m | 8:24PM0.31m | 10:44AM0.21m | 9:55PM0.26m | 11:23AM0.13m | 10:59PM0.18m | 11:56AM0.07m | 11:49PM0.11m | 12:26PM0.03m | 00:33AM0.07m | 12:54PM0.01m | 1:13AM0.05m | ||||||||
6:18 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | |
— | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:21 | — | — | 6:21 | — | — | 6:21 | — | — | 6:20 | — | |
mm | — | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | 5 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 11 | 1 | 4 | 24 |
Temp °C | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 |
Feels °C | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 31 | 30 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 30 | 28 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 28 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | S 17 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | S 15 | S 15 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SW 19 | SW 19 | SW 18 |
724 | 596 | 411 | 536 | 322 | 246 | 364 | 1045 | 1210 | 1576 | 1371 | 356 | 1055 | 1235 | 1054 | 1001 | 818 | 701 | 1100 | 2162 | 2457 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 19 | SSW 13 | S 16 | SSW 21 | SSW 20 | SSW 20 | S 20 | SSW 12 | SSE 15 | SSE 14 | S 13 | SW 15 | W 10 | W 11 | SSW 26 | SW 24 | S 10 | SW 21 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SSE 9 |
273 | 198 | 325 | 45 | 218 | 416 | 365 | 83 | 21 | 36 | 87 | 76 | 2 | 2 | 66 | 271 | 117 | 1167 | 614 | 476 | 26 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 10 | W 11 | W 10 | W 10 | SSE 18 | SSE 16 | SSW 12 | SSE 15 | — | W 18 | W 10 | SSE 12 | — | S 27 | W 10 | W 10 | SW 24 | W 24 | — | SSE 9 | — |
2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 30 | 26 | 119 | 45 | — | 6 | 2 | 50 | — | 14 | 2 | 2 | 141 | 11 | — | 27 | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 8 | SSE 6 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SSE 9 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | — | S 14 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | S 10 | SSE 10 | SE 5 | SSE 9 | SSE 4 | SSE 5 | SSE 5 |
264 | 156 | 319 | 361 | 344 | 406 | 262 | 221 | 232 | 203 | — | 1016 | 350 | 270 | 265 | 163 | 6 | 88 | 38 | 52 | 31 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 366 | 511 | 33 | 366 | 414 | 33 | 0 | 414 | 33 | 414 | 414 | 33 | 33 | 345 | 33 | 145 | 1179 | 0 | 0 | 33 | 145 |
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Information about the Icelands Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Icelands provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Icelands can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Icelands 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 (Icelands) 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 Icelands 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.










