
Surf Forecasts:
Jailbreaks surf forecast from 15 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 18 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 18s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 19 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 16s period, SSW swell with 1,943 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 18 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 18s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Jailbreaks this week:
The surf forecast for Jailbreaks over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 18) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 18s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 13s. Another secondary swell of 0.6m and 13s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Jailbreaks in the next 16 days are 2.0m 16s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Sep 19) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.4m 6s period and expected on Thursday (Sep 17) at 11AM.
| Wave Type | Time (+05) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8AM (Fri 18th Sep) | 2ft (0.6m) 18s |
| Best Surf | 8AM (Fri 18th Sep) | 2ft (0.6m) 18s |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Sat 19th Sep) | 6.5ft (2.0m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Jailbreaks over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's get into what's on offer at Jailbreaks.
The next couple of weeks are a bit of a mixed bag at this exposed reef. We’ve got a run of clean, cross-offshore winds which is the silver lining, but for the first week the waves are just too small and gutless to get too excited about. The energy builds nicely toward the end of the period, though, and there’s one standout that looks the goods.
We kick off on Wednesday the 16th with a 3ft groundswell from the SSW with a very long 16-second period. The water temp is about average for this time of year. The combined swell energy is weak (724) though, so don't expect much push. The wind is a moderate cross-offshore, making it clean but the surf is marginal. This pattern holds through Friday morning with tiny, long-period SW swell (2ft, 18 seconds) but only 660 energy – a frustrating wait for something to happen.
Friday afternoon into Saturday the 19th shows some life. The swell builds to 5ft on Friday with 17-second period and energy climbs to moderate (1177). Saturday morning jumps to 7ft (SSW, 16 seconds) and energy hits strong (1939). Now, 7ft is solid, but it's borderline for experts only – this is advanced territory. The cross-off wind keeps the surface clean, but the long period will make it wall up and could be a handful at this reef.
After a drop-off through the start of the following week, the real highlight comes on Sunday the 27th of September. Morning sees a clean 5ft SSW groundswell with a 16-second period, and combined energy is strong (1624). But the real kicker is the wind: a light breeze, just 6 mph from the WSW, making it almost glassy. Conditions are described as excellent for experienced surfers – that’s the day to clear your schedule. The afternoon dips slightly to 4ft but stays clean with that light offshore breeze.
Monday the 28th still has nice, clean 3ft – 3ft swell with light winds, but the energy drops away again. Energy picks up once more on Wednesday the 30th of September: 3ft SSW swell, 18-second period, moderate energy (1013), and light winds. That afternoon session is also rated as excellent for experienced surfers. So if you miss the 27th, that Wednesday is your second chance.
Crowds are a consideration here – they’re listed as "sometimes" present, so on the standout days expect company. But the long-period swell will really suit this reef, offering proper shaped waves and longer lulls between sets, making the paddle out easier.
So, bottom line: this is a reef break for the advanced crew. The first week is small and tame. Lock in Sunday the 27th of September as the best day, with Wednesday the 30th as a close second. Both offer clean, glassy conditions and proper groundswell with grunt. Saturday the 19th is big but more of a challenge.
Rusty out.
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 64mm), heaviest during Thu afternoon. Warm (max 28°C on Tue night, min 25°C on Wed night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 7mm), mostly falling on Sat night. Warm (max 28°C on Fri night, min 27°C on Mon morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 16 | Thursday 17 | Friday 18 | Saturday 19 | Sunday 20 | Monday 21 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SSW 14 | SSW 16 | S 13 | SSW 15 | SW 15 | SSW 14 | S 13 | SW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | S 12 | S 9 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
415 | 390 | 350 | 474 | 171 | 264 | 173 | 323 | 1061 | 1446 | 1894 | 1271 | 911 | 494 | 352 | 396 | 195 | 420 | 111 | |
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 | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross |
High Tide | 3:36AM0.85m | 2:58PM0.76m | 4:05AM0.78m | 3:12PM0.69m | 4:38AM0.70m | 3:17PM0.63m | 5:25AM0.62m | 3:01PM0.58m | 8:10AM0.58m | 10:58AM0.65m | 10:49PM0.45m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 8:57PM0.03m | 9:21AM0.30m | 9:22PM0.07m | 9:45AM0.35m | 9:46PM0.12m | 10:09AM0.42m | 10:11PM0.19m | 10:35AM0.49m | 10:39PM0.26m | 11:29PM0.35m | 6:55PM0.40m | 4:04AM0.36m | |||||||
— | 5:56 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | |
— | — | 6:04 | — | — | 6:04 | — | — | 6:02 | — | — | 6:02 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | |
mm | 6 | 7 | 11 | 9 | 11 | 10 | 7 | — | 3 | — | — | — | 2 | — | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | — |
Temp °C | 28 | 28 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 |
Feels °C | 28 | 29 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 25 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 28 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | S 13 | SSW 15 | SSW 12 | SSW 14 | S 13 | SW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | S 10 | S 10 | SSW 13 | SSE 9 | S 12 | S 9 |
415 | 303 | 350 | 474 | 155 | 264 | 173 | 323 | 1061 | 1446 | 1894 | 1271 | 911 | 279 | 235 | 396 | 153 | 420 | 111 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 18 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 12 | SW 15 | S 14 | WNW 5 | S 18 | SSW 9 | S 9 | ESE 7 | S 10 | SSW 10 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSE 9 | SSW 13 | ESE 8 | SE 9 |
319 | 390 | 310 | 56 | 171 | 142 | 25 | 221 | 84 | 94 | 21 | 164 | 322 | 494 | 352 | 156 | 195 | 13 | 68 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 18 | S 8 | S 16 | S 7 | S 15 | S 7 | SW 13 | SSW 13 | SE 8 | SE 7 | WNW 9 | SE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | S 12 | S 18 | SSW 12 |
301 | 31 | 249 | 28 | 104 | 22 | 87 | 116 | 16 | 27 | 16 | 14 | 12 | 6 | 12 | 13 | 71 | 26 | 98 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 5 | W 4 | W 5 | W 5 | W 6 | WNW 6 | — | — | NW 6 | WNW 6 | NW 6 | WNW 4 | WSW 4 | WNW 4 | W 4 | WSW 5 | W 5 | W 6 | WNW 6 |
27 | 19 | 35 | 65 | 121 | 67 | — | — | 16 | 22 | 24 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 23 | 45 | 67 | 62 | 79 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 902 | 684 | 254 | 398 | 254 | 7 | 2 | 38 | 254 | 254 | 254 | 254 | 398 | 398 | 398 | 398 | 958 | 282 | 254 |
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Information about the Jailbreaks Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Jailbreaks provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Jailbreaks can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Jailbreaks 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 (Jailbreaks) 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 Jailbreaks 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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