Kaolins Surf Break

Lat Long: 47.73° N 3.50° W

Kaolins Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 pm 07 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Kaolins sea temperature is
19.1° C
0.5° 

Kaolins surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Kaolins surf forecast from 7 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Friday 14 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 10s period, WSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 13 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 11s period, WSW swell with 187 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 14 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 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 Friday (Aug 14) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m 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 0.9m 11s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 13) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 3s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 13) at 11PM.

Wave TypeTime (CEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 5AM (Fri 14th Aug)3ft (0.9m) 10s
Best Surf 5AM (Fri 14th Aug)3ft (0.9m) 10s
Most Powerful11PM (Thu 13th Aug)3ft (0.9m) 11s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Kaolins over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

G’day, it’s Rusty here. Let’s cut to the chase—this run of surf for Kaolins is mostly a bummer. We’ve got a long flat spell, then a short burst of real swell that’s got some promise but also some issues.

For the first week and a half, it’s all small, weak, and messy. From now through the 13th, we’re looking at waves from about 0.7ft to 3ft, with weak energy readings—numbers like 12, 24, or 85. Swell direction is all over the place, but it’s not cooperating. Periods are short, mostly 7-10 seconds, so there’s no punch. Winds are mostly onshore or cross-onshore, and the water is about 66°F, which is normal for this time of year. It’s just knee-high slop and not worth your time.

On the morning of Thursday the 14th, there’s a tiny glimmer. Swell comes up to about 3ft from the W with a 10-second period, and the energy jumps to a moderate 148. Wind is a light cross-offshore from the NNE, so the surface should be clean. It’s surfable, but it’s nothing to write home about. This is the best of a bad bunch.

Then it drops back to tiny surf from the 15th to the 19th—waves in the 1ft to 2ft range with weak energy. There are a couple of glassy mornings, but the swell is just too small. It’s the kind of flat spell that tests your patience.

Now, here’s the one to circle. It’s a long way off, so don’t book any flights yet. On Thursday the 20th, the afternoon sees a jump to about 5ft from the W with an 8-second period. The energy is a strong 235. Wind is a fresh cross-offshore from the N, which will keep it clean. This is the start of something.

The real standout is Friday morning the 21st. Swell pushes up to about 6ft from the WNW with a 9-second period, and the combined energy is a massive 719. This is the biggest swell of the window. The wind is a gentle cross-onshore from the SSE, which will add a little texture. At 6ft, this is too big for beginners and is expert territory.

But there are caveats. This is a reef break, and it’s inconsistent—it doesn’t break often. It’s a short-period swell, which can make it walled-up. And the cross-onshore wind means it won’t be glassy. It’s still the best offer, but you’ll need to know what you’re doing.

After Friday, it fades fast. By the 22nd, we’re back to small, weak, and windy. The run ends as it started—flat and frustrating.

So, for beginners, stay away until after the 21st. For experts, the morning of the 21st is your chance. It’s not perfect, but it’s got the most power. Everything else is a skunk. Keep expectations low, and hope the forecast changes.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Sat afternoon, min 16°C on Fri night). Winds increasing (calm on Sat night, fresh winds from the WSW by Sun afternoon).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 30°C on Wed night, min 19°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Fri
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Saturday
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Sunday
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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0.2
WSW
9
0.2
W
9
0.2
W
9
0.3
W
11
0.4
W
10
0.3
W
9
0.7
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9
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7
0.4
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
8
7
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21
30
15
79
14
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19
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12
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82
75
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92
170
Wind (km/h)
20
WSW
20
NE
15
ESE
10
SW
5
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10
WNW
30
WSW
15
N
10
N
25
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High Tide
00:22AM3.18m
1:10PM3.23m
2:01AM3.23m
2:39PM3.44m
3:21AM3.46m
3:46PM3.77m
4:20AM3.74m
4:40PM4.11m
5:09AM3.98m
5:27PM4.38m
5:53AM4.14m
6:10PM4.53m
Low Tide
6:13PM1.11m
6:53AM1.13m
7:37PM1.04m
8:12AM1.02m
8:53PM0.80m
9:20AM0.77m
9:57PM0.48m
10:17AM0.47m
10:50PM0.17m
11:06AM0.20m
11:37PM-0.06m
11:51AM0.01m
00:21AM-0.17m
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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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