Surf Forecasts:
Junkyards surf forecast from 12 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 13 Aug, 12AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 8s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 16 Aug, 9PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 9s period, SSW swell with 145 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 13 Aug, 12AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 8s period with S swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Junkyards this week:
The surf forecast for Junkyards over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 13) at 12AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Junkyards in the next 16 days are 0.9m 9s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 16) at 9PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.7m 7s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 19) at 6PM.
| Wave Type | Time (JST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 12AM (Thu 13th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 12AM (Thu 13th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 9PM (Sun 16th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Junkyards over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what the next couple of weeks are shaping up like for the local reef.
Right off the bat, it’s a bit of a slow start. There’s some surfable swell around, but nothing that’s gonna have you calling in sick. The first real standout comes later on, so we’ve got a bit of a wait for the good stuff.
Starting things off on Wednesday the 12th, Junkyards sees a 4-foot SSW swell with an 8-second period. The water’s sitting at a warm 84°, which is about average for this time of year. With an easterly breeze keeping it clean, the wave energy is moderate at 217. It’s a start, but not the highlight of the forecast.
Thursday the 13th drops off a little. Morning brings a small 3-foot south swell, still clean, and the afternoon glassing off with a lighter 3-foot SW swell. Both are a bit ordinary for my liking. Friday and Saturday the 14th and 15th are pretty flat with small 2-foot waves and not much energy – you’re looking at energy readings in the low 100s to below 100. Conditions are a bit bumpy or just plain average. Sunday the 16th shows a small bump back to 3 feet, but that’s about it for that week. We really don’t see anything worth getting excited about until the following week.
Now, here’s where things get interesting. Keep your eyes on Friday the 21st of August. A bigger 6-foot swell from the SSE rolls in during the morning, with a solid 8-second period. The combined wave energy jumps right up to 492, which is strong. However, the wind is a light cross-onshore, so while it’s big and powerful, it won’t be as clean as we’d like. This one’s more for the experienced crew – that size over 5 feet is a bit much for beginners.
The true standout, the one I’d be circling on the calendar, is Saturday the 22nd of August. Junkyards gets a clean 5-foot SSE swell. The wind switches to a light offshore from the ENE, making for some clean, lined-up waves. The energy is still very strong at 298. This is your best bet for a proper session, but remember, at over 5 feet, it’s best suited for intermediate to expert surfers.
Sunday the 23rd drops back down to 3 feet, but the wind kicks up, so it gets messy. After that, the forecast turns nasty. Monday the 24th brings wild, gale-force winds from the west and SSW, with huge speeds over 68 mph. The surf is tiny, but the ocean will be a washing machine – definitely a day to stay on land and watch. The rest of that week stays blown out with messy, cross-onshore winds and small, poor-quality surf.
But don't give up hope. Looking way ahead now, on Thursday the 27th of August, the pattern flips. We get a beautiful, glassy morning with a 3-foot SSW swell and a longer 11-second period. The wave energy is moderate at 246. The wind goes dead calm, glassy. This looks like a winner for a clean, smooth session on the reef. The afternoon of the 27th holds similar promise with a 4-foot SW swell and glassy conditions. That’s the one to keep an eye on.
So, to sum it up: the next week is pretty slim pickings. The window for the best surf is Saturday the 22nd for a punchy, offshore swell for the experienced, and then that glassy Thursday the 27th for everyone who wants clean lines.
Stay stoked, and don't forget the wax.
Rusty
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 17mm), heaviest on Wed afternoon. Warm (max 29°C on Thu morning, min 25°C on Wed afternoon). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 7mm), mostly falling on Sat afternoon. Warm (max 29°C on Sat afternoon, min 27°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Wed 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | Sunday 16 | Monday 17 | Tuesday 18 | ||||||||||||||
PM | 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 8 | S 8 | S 8 | SW 8 | S 9 | SW 9 | SW 8 | S 8 | SW 8 | SSW 9 | SSW 8 | SSW 9 | SSW 8 | SSW 9 | SSW 9 | SW 9 | SW 9 | SW 9 | SSW 8 | SSW 9 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
217 | 112 | 112 | 80 | 73 | 77 | 67 | 63 | 46 | 49 | 123 | 132 | 84 | 138 | 99 | 77 | 83 | 83 | 61 | 53 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | cross-off | cross-off | glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross | glassy | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off |
High Tide | 7:43PM2.07m | 7:14AM2.24m | 8:13PM2.13m | 7:57AM2.27m | 8:42PM2.15m | 8:37AM2.24m | 9:11PM2.15m | 9:15AM2.15m | 9:39PM2.13m | 9:54AM2.02m | 10:07PM2.08m | 10:34AM1.85m | 10:36PM2.01m | |||||||
Low Tide | 1:25AM0.82m | 1:52PM0.15m | 2:03AM0.69m | 2:27PM0.21m | 2:39AM0.60m | 3:00PM0.32m | 3:15AM0.54m | 3:31PM0.46m | 3:52AM0.54m | 4:00PM0.62m | 4:31AM0.58m | 4:28PM0.80m | ||||||||
— | — | 5:58 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | |
7:07 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:06 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:04 | — | — | 7:02 | — | |
mm | 6 | 3 | — | — | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 26 | 26 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 27 |
Feels °C | 30 | 30 | 34 | 34 | 33 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 34 | 34 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 28 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 8 | S 8 | S 8 | SW 8 | SW 8 | SW 9 | SW 8 | S 8 | SW 8 | SSW 9 | SSW 8 | SSW 9 | SSW 8 | SSW 9 | SSW 9 | SW 9 | SW 9 | SW 9 | SSW 8 | SSW 9 |
217 | 112 | 112 | 80 | 69 | 77 | 67 | 63 | 46 | 49 | 123 | 132 | 84 | 138 | 99 | 77 | 83 | 83 | 61 | 53 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 11 | SW 9 | SW 8 | S 8 | S 9 | S 8 | S 8 | SW 8 | S 8 | S 8 | S 8 | E 10 | S 8 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | S 7 | ENE 10 |
83 | 64 | 66 | 66 | 73 | 65 | 63 | 30 | 43 | 34 | 50 | 51 | 49 | 51 | 71 | 70 | 48 | 48 | 9 | 33 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 6 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | ENE 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 9 | E 11 | E 11 | E 10 | S 8 | E 10 | S 8 | S 8 | S 7 | S 7 | S 7 | SSE 10 | S 7 |
12 | 51 | 73 | 51 | 33 | 31 | 30 | 15 | 61 | 59 | 52 | 28 | 51 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 16 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 6 | SE 3 | — | — | — | — | NNW 3 | NW 4 | — | — | — | — | E 5 | ESE 5 | ESE 5 | ESE 5 | ESE 5 | ESE 5 | ESE 9 | E 6 |
17 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 3 | — | — | — | — | 13 | 40 | 51 | 48 | 48 | 36 | 147 | 96 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 31 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
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Information about the Junkyards Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Junkyards provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Junkyards can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Junkyards 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 (Junkyards) 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 Junkyards 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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