Surf Forecasts:
Icelands surf forecast from 24 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 24 Aug, 1PM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 13s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 27 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 17s period, SSW swell with 2,171 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 24 Aug, 1PM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 13s period with S 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 Monday (Aug 24) at 1PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 10s. Another secondary swell of 1.5m and 13s 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 1.9m 17s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 27) at 10PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 5s period and expected on Monday (Aug 24) at 10AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WIB) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1PM (Mon 24th Aug) | 5ft (1.5m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 1PM (Mon 24th Aug) | 5ft (1.5m) 13s |
| Most Powerful | 10PM (Thu 27th Aug) | 6ft (1.9m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Icelands over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here again. Let’s break down the same surf for Icelands, but in feet and miles per hour.
This reef break is fairly consistent and exposed to the swell, with a solid SSW groundswell coming through. The water temp is about average for this time of year, so nothing unusual.
The action starts on Monday the 24th with a bit of a mixed bag. Monday morning has a 4ft SSW swell but with a storm risk and a moderate cross-off breeze, so it’s a bit marginal. The afternoon picks up to 6ft, with strong energy, but the wind is still cross-off, making it tricky. This one’s for the experienced crew. Tuesday the 25th is similar, with a clean 5ft morning, but the afternoon gets crosswind and drops to 5ft, which is a bit of a letdown.
Now, here’s where it gets interesting. The real standout is Wednesday the 26th morning. The swell drops to 4ft, but the wind goes glassy with a light NNW breeze, and the period is a solid 13 seconds. The combined energy is moderate, but the glassy conditions will make it look like a mirror. That’s a morning to be out there, no doubt.
Thursday the 27th has a 4ft swell in the morning, but the period jumps to 19 seconds – that’s a very long period groundswell. Energy is high, but that long period can make it break a bit straight on a reef, so it’s best for experienced surfers who know the spot. The afternoon picks up to 6ft with a 18-second period, which is excellent energy, but the wind goes cross. Still, for the experienced, it’s a blast.
Friday the 28th and Saturday the 29th are a bit of a drop-off, with 6ft and 4ft respectively, but the wind is cross-off and the energy is moderate. The swell direction is perfect for the reef, but the quality is a bit so-so.
Then we get another big spike. Sunday the 30th is a bit of a washout with crosswinds and chop, but don’t lose hope. The next week brings the real fireworks. Monday the 31st has a 5ft morning, but the afternoon jumps to 6ft with a 18-second period and a light cross-off breeze. That’s prime stuff. Tuesday the 1st of September is the absolute best in the window: 7ft, 17-second period, cross-off breeze, and clean. The energy is very strong. This is for experts only, because anything over 8ft is a beast, but this is close. Wednesday the 2nd drops to 6ft, still solid, but the wind picks up a bit.
After that, the swell fades slowly through the rest of the week, with some 5ft and 4ft days, but the wind stays mostly cross-off. Saturday the 5th and Sunday the 6th have a few glassy moments, but the swell is small. The last few days into the 8th of September are just 4-5ft mush with some storm risk.
So, to sum it up: the best on offer is Wednesday the 26th morning for the glassy conditions, and Tuesday the 1st of September for the biggest, cleanest swell. Crowds are often there, so be prepared for company. The long period swells are a treat for the reef, but the bigger ones are only for the experienced.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 31mm), heaviest during Mon morning. Warm (max 28°C on Sun night, min 27°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 27mm), heaviest during Fri night. Warm (max 28°C on Wed night, min 26°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | |||||||||||||||
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Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 16 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 21 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
661 | 1707 | 1223 | 1010 | 845 | 672 | 545 | 479 | 425 | 1066 | 2094 | 1975 | 1650 | 1162 | 796 | 638 | 418 | 368 | 557 | 766 | 1009 | |
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 | cross-off | glassy | on | glassy | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | cross |
High Tide | 4:40PM0.58m | 4:43AM0.98m | 5:22PM0.67m | 5:23AM1.05m | 5:57PM0.77m | 5:58AM1.11m | 6:27PM0.86m | 6:29AM1.15m | 6:56PM0.95m | 6:59AM1.16m | 7:24PM1.04m | 7:27AM1.14m | 7:52PM1.10m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 11:24AM0.32m | 9:14PM0.35m | 11:37AM0.26m | 10:21PM0.30m | 11:55AM0.19m | 11:10PM0.24m | 12:16PM0.14m | 11:51PM0.18m | 12:40PM0.08m | 00:30AM0.13m | 1:05PM0.04m | 1:08AM0.10m | 1:32PM0.02m | 1:46AM0.08m | |||||||
6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | |
— | 6:25 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:23 | — | — | 6:23 | — | |
mm | 7 | 1 | 7 | — | 1 | 4 | 3 | — | 5 | — | 1 | 5 | — | 2 | 11 | — | 3 | 1 | — | — | 5 |
Temp °C | 27 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 |
Feels °C | 29 | 30 | 30 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 30 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 16 | SW 14 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 |
661 | 1707 | 1223 | 1010 | 845 | 672 | 545 | 479 | 425 | 614 | 2094 | 1975 | 1650 | 1162 | 796 | 638 | 418 | 368 | 299 | 766 | 1009 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 13 | W 10 | W 10 | SSE 7 | SSE 7 | SSE 7 | SW 18 | SSE 7 | SSW 12 | SSW 19 | ESE 7 | SSE 7 | SSE 7 | SSE 7 | W 10 | SSE 7 | SSE 7 | S 8 | S 8 | SSW 13 | S 12 |
421 | 2 | 2 | 101 | 86 | 73 | 81 | 73 | 187 | 1066 | 16 | 117 | 91 | 76 | 8 | 67 | 51 | 80 | 72 | 257 | 229 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 19 | — | NW 8 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 | W 8 | SW 24 | SSE 8 | SSE 7 | — | — | W 11 | W 11 | S 18 | W 10 | S 16 | SSW 23 | SSW 21 | S 7 | SW 12 |
37 | — | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 22 | 60 | 57 | — | — | 9 | 9 | 57 | 7 | 79 | 200 | 557 | 70 | 120 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 5 | SSE 6 | SSE 6 | SE 7 | — | — | SSE 8 | — | — | — | SSE 8 | — | — | — | SSE 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
60 | 66 | 48 | 62 | — | — | 75 | — | — | — | 102 | — | — | — | 91 | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 33 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 0 | 33 | 348 | 76 | 33 | 33 | 33 |
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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.











