
Surf Forecasts:
Jailbreaks surf forecast from 9 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 10 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 10s period, SSE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 10 Aug, 5PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 20s period, S swell with 495 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 10 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 10s period with SSE 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 Monday (Aug 10) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.4m and 10s period. 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 0.8m 20s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 10) at 5PM. 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 8s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 2PM.
| Wave Type | Time (+05) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2AM (Mon 10th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 2AM (Mon 10th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 5PM (Mon 10th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 20s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Jailbreaks over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s talk about what’s cooking at Jailbreaks.
We’ve got a mixed bag coming up over the next couple of weeks. Right now, the surf is a bit of a struggle. The first few days are looking pretty average with a weak, short-period swell and some tricky cross-offshore winds. The real story here is the second week, which has some serious potential for those who can wait.
The first solid window kicks off Sunday, August 9th. We’re looking at a 5ft SSE swell with a 10-second period, giving us moderate energy (589). The wind is a cross-off from the SW, so it’s rideable but not glassy. The water is a warm 84°, which is pretty normal for this time of year. It’s a bit of a “marginal” call, but there’s a chance to get wet.
Monday, August 10th sees the swell drop to 2ft, but the period jumps up to a very long 21 seconds. That’s a proper groundswell, and the energy is moderate (793). This is a clean, cross-off morning, but that long period could make it a bit fat and straight at a reef break like this. Still, a good one for the patient surfer.
The middle of the week, from August 11th to the 14th, is a bit of a grind. The swell sits around 4ft to 5ft, mostly from the SSE, with periods between 10 and 11 seconds. The wind is mostly cross-off, but the energy is moderate (around 400-500). Nothing to write home about, just a bit of a wait.
Now, for the standout. Mark your calendars for Tuesday, August 18th. We’ve got a 7ft swell from the SSW with a long 18-second period. The combined energy is a massive 2616, which is strong. The wind is a gentle cross-off from the SW, keeping things clean. This is not for beginners—over 8ft is expert territory, but 7ft is a solid step up for advanced surfers. The light wind on Wednesday, August 19th, with a 6ft SSW swell at 16 seconds, is also a top contender. The energy is still very strong (1530), and the light cross-off breeze will make for some beautiful, lined-up waves.
Then, on Friday, August 21st, we get another excellent morning. A 4ft S swell with an 18-second period, strong energy (1146), and a light cross-off breeze from the SW. This is a prime pick for the more experienced crowd.
The best on offer: Without a doubt, the Tuesday the 18th and Wednesday the 19th are the standouts. The swell is solid, the period is long, and the wind is light. For a pure, clean, powerful wave, the Wednesday morning with the 6ft SSW swell and 6 mph cross-off wind is the one to aim for. Be aware that crowds are possible here, so get in early.
There’s a bit of a lull after the 21st, with the swell dropping off and the wind picking up around the 23rd and 24th, bringing some poor conditions and risk of t-storms. That’s the end of the run.
So, to sum it up: the first week is a warm-up, but the second week is where the real magic is. Get ready for some proper groundswell.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 23mm), heaviest during Tue night. Warm (max 28°C on Sun afternoon, min 27°C on Sun morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 13mm), heaviest on Wed morning. Warm (max 28°C on Thu afternoon, min 27°C on Wed morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | |||||||||||||||
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Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | S 21 | S 20 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
435 | 356 | 402 | 445 | 495 | 444 | 460 | 469 | 394 | 411 | 346 | 436 | 419 | 396 | 292 | 379 | 352 | 404 | 396 | 374 | 327 | |
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 | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off |
High Tide | 11:21AM0.76m | 9:03PM0.48m | 12:08PM0.84m | 11:14PM0.55m | 12:42PM0.90m | 00:17AM0.64m | 1:13PM0.94m | 1:05AM0.74m | 1:41PM0.97m | 1:47AM0.81m | 2:07PM0.98m | 2:27AM0.85m | 2:32PM0.96m | 3:04AM0.87m | |||||||
Low Tide | 7:08PM0.48m | 4:18AM0.18m | 6:51PM0.41m | 5:30AM0.13m | 7:08PM0.33m | 6:22AM0.10m | 7:30PM0.26m | 7:04AM0.10m | 7:55PM0.19m | 7:42AM0.12m | 8:22PM0.13m | 8:17AM0.16m | 8:48PM0.09m | ||||||||
6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | |
— | 6:19 | — | — | 6:19 | — | — | 6:19 | — | — | 6:17 | — | — | 6:17 | — | — | 6:17 | — | — | 6:17 | — | |
mm | — | — | 5 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 5 | — | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 |
Temp °C | 27 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 |
Feels °C | 28 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 29 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | W 8 | WNW 8 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 |
435 | 356 | 402 | 348 | 301 | 444 | 460 | 469 | 394 | 411 | 266 | 436 | 419 | 396 | 292 | 379 | 352 | 404 | 396 | 374 | 327 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | WNW 7 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | NW 10 | NW 9 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 10 |
139 | 139 | 137 | 106 | 178 | 164 | 184 | 145 | 161 | 404 | 346 | 145 | 186 | 143 | 88 | 106 | 192 | 192 | 172 | 147 | 179 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 18 | S 11 | S 16 | S 21 | S 20 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | S 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 13 | SW 15 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SSE 12 | WSW 5 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 14 |
154 | 93 | 124 | 445 | 495 | 319 | 276 | 232 | 226 | 128 | 64 | 104 | 46 | 45 | 50 | 27 | 56 | 107 | 51 | 81 | 47 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 3 | W 5 | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 6 | 57 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 954 | 684 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 254 | 199 | 0 | 0 | 254 | 0 | 254 | 0 | 254 | 254 | 254 | 254 | 254 | 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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