Surf Forecasts:
Kaolins surf forecast from 28 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 31 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 10s period, WSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 31 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 9s period, W swell with 1,238 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 31 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 10s period with WSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Kaolins this week:
The surf forecast for Kaolins over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 31) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.5m and 10s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Kaolins in the next 16 days are 2.5m 9s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 31) at 5AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.2m 2s period and expected on Wednesday (Sep 02) at 2AM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Mon 31st Aug) | 5ft (1.5m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Mon 31st Aug) | 5ft (1.5m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 5AM (Mon 31st Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Kaolins over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Right then, let’s have a look at what’s cookin’ for Kaolins. I gotta be straight with ya – it’s a grim stretch for the most part. This is a tricky, advanced reef break that’s already inconsistent, and the forecast ain’t doing it any favours. We’re looking at a solid 16-day window, but the first week is pretty much a write-off. From Saturday the 29th of August right through to Thursday the 4th of September, it’s just one poor condition after another. Strong onshore and cross-onshore winds, messy, lumpy surf – not worth paddling out for. The swell hangs around 6 ft to 8 ft, but it’s all wind-affected and ugly. The combined energy swings from moderate to strong (731 to 1119), but with the wind howling from the WSW and SW at 25 mph, it’s a total loss.
There’s a little flicker of hope on Saturday the 5th of September morning. The wind drops right out – glassy conditions with a light 3 mph breeze from the WNW. The swell is small, only 3 ft from the west with a 9-second period, and the combined energy is weak (177). It’s surfable, but only just. The water temperature is about average for the time of year, nothing wild there. Given it’s a reef and the sets will be pretty weak, it’s one for the logs or a longboard if you’re desperate.
Then we go into another grim patch until, hold on – Tuesday the 8th of September morning. This is where it gets interesting. The swell jumps to 10 ft from the west with a 10-second period, and the combined energy goes ballistic at 2839 – that’s very strong wave energy. The wind is light and cross-shore from the NW at 9 mph. That’s a powerful, raw swell. But here’s the thing: at 10 ft, this is strictly for experts only. Too big for anyone else. And it’s a reef, so it’ll be heavy. The period is solid, giving it plenty of punch, but at a beach break it might close out. On this reef, it could be a ripper if you’ve got the nerve. Crowds are possible here, so expect a few locals out.
But the true standout, the one that’s got my heart racing a little, is Wednesday the 9th of September morning. Glassy conditions again – a light 3 mph easterly breeze. The swell is a very clean 6 ft from the WNW with a 10-second period, and the combined energy is strong (1207). This is the best on offer. The direction is right on the money for the break, the wind is perfect, and the size is in that sweet spot for an advanced reef. It’ll be clean, powerful, and well-shaped. The water temp is still about average for the time of year, so grab a spring suit. This is the one to circle on the calendar. After that, it fades back into small, windy junk for the rest of the period.
So, overall, the first week is a bust. The second week has one monster day for the brave on the 8th, and one absolute gem on the 9th. Get on that if you can.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 12mm), heaviest on Sat morning. Warm (max 20°C on Sat morning, min 18°C on Fri night). Winds increasing (calm on Fri night, strong winds from the WSW by Sat afternoon). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Tue night, min 15°C on Mon night). Winds increasing (calm on Wed morning, fresh winds from the WSW by Thu afternoon). | ||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | Thursday 3 | ||||||||||||||
Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 7 | SW 8 | WSW 9 | WSW 9 | WSW 9 | WSW 7 | WSW 9 | WSW 10 | WSW 10 | WSW 10 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 7 | WSW 8 | WSW 8 | W 8 |
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136 | 731 | 1119 | 688 | 429 | 333 | 821 | 741 | 539 | 341 | 169 | 101 | 69 | 32 | 28 | 86 | 232 | 196 | 118 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross-off | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 6:09AM4.00m | 6:22PM4.28m | 6:39AM4.08m | 6:53PM4.30m | 7:11AM4.09m | 7:26PM4.23m | 7:45AM4.02m | 8:02PM4.06m | 8:22AM3.87m | 8:42PM3.81m | 9:05AM3.65m | 9:31PM3.50m | |||||||
Low Tide | 00:07AM0.16m | 12:17PM0.18m | 00:39AM0.09m | 12:50PM0.14m | 1:12AM0.10m | 1:24PM0.18m | 1:46AM0.20m | 2:01PM0.31m | 2:24AM0.39m | 2:42PM0.51m | 3:07AM0.66m | 3:32PM0.77m | 4:01AM0.96m | ||||||
— | 7:26 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | 7:33 | — | — | |
9:02 | — | — | 9:00 | — | 8:59 | — | — | 8:57 | — | — | 8:54 | — | — | 8:52 | — | — | 8:51 | — | |
mm | — | 9 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 19 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 20 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 19 |
Feels °C | 18 | 16 | 14 | 16 | 17 | 14 | 13 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 18 | 15 | 17 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 7 | — | — | WSW 9 | WSW 9 | — | — | WSW 10 | WSW 10 | WSW 10 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | S 14 | S 14 | S 14 | W 8 |
136 | — | — | 688 | 429 | — | — | 741 | 539 | 341 | 169 | 101 | 69 | 32 | 28 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 118 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 9 | — | — | SW 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 16 | S 15 | — | — | — | S 14 |
13 | — | — | 277 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 4 | — | — | — | 4 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 11 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
11 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SW 8 | WSW 9 | — | SW 7 | WSW 7 | WSW 9 | — | — | — | — | WSW 3 | NNE 2 | — | SW 3 | W 7 | WSW 8 | WSW 8 | — |
— | 731 | 1119 | — | 115 | 333 | 821 | — | — | — | — | 3 | 1 | — | 2 | 86 | 232 | 196 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 9 | 438 | 479 | 9 | 65 | 250 | 299 | 248 | 85 | 0 | 8 | 58 | 0 | 65 | 479 | 443 | 486 | 479 | 113 |
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Information about the Kaolins Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Kaolins provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Kaolins can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Kaolins 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 (Kaolins) 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 Kaolins 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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