Surf Forecasts:
Kaolins surf forecast from 9 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 13 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 9s period, WSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 13 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 10s period, W swell with 408 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 13 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 9s 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 Thursday (Aug 13) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 12s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Kaolins in the next 16 days are 1.4m 10s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 13) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 4s period and expected on Friday (Aug 14) at 8AM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8AM (Thu 13th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 8AM (Thu 13th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Thu 13th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Kaolins over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. I’ve been staring at the charts for our area and, well, it’s a bit of a tough one to call. Let’s be honest, the next couple of weeks are looking pretty flat for the most part. We’re not getting any real push of energy for a long stretch, and the conditions are mostly messy. There’s a long gap of poor surf here, but I’ll walk you through what little we’ve got.
We start off the outlook on Sunday, August 9th, and right away it’s a struggle. The swell is tiny, just 1 ft from the west, and the wind is cross-shore or onshore all day. The combined energy is a measly 19. It’s a no-go for the paddle board.
The whole first week, right through to Tuesday, August 19th, is a write-off. Swell heights mostly stay below 3 ft and the wind is all over the shop, usually onshore or cross-onshore. The only real glimmer comes on Thursday, August 20th. That morning, we have a clean 2 ft W swell with a 10-second period, and a moderate offshore wind from the NE. The energy is moderate (104) and it’s the only surfable window in the whole run. The water temp is sitting at 66°, which is about average for this time of year, so no need for a thick wetsuit.
Now, the standout spot for that one session is Kaolins. It’s a reef break that’s inconsistent, so don’t expect it to be pumping. It’s open to the SW swell, so that 2 ft from the west will wrap in okay. The offshore wind will make the face clean, and for a reef, that’s a big plus. The crowds are possible, so you might share it, but with the overall lack of swell, it won’t be a circus. It’s small, clean, and the only real option on the table.
After that Thursday morning, it’s back to the doldrums. The weekend of August 22nd and 23rd has more offshore wind, but the swell drops back to 2 ft and 2 ft, and the energy is weak. By Monday, August 24th, it’s the same story – tiny swell and a messy cross-shore wind. Honestly, the whole 16-day window is a major struggle. If you’re desperate, grab a longboard on the morning of the 20th, but otherwise, leave the board in the car. This is a tough stretch for our region.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 31°C on Tue afternoon, min 17°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 32°C on Thu night, min 19°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | 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) | W 9 | W 9 | WSW 7 | SW 7 | WSW 7 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | W 8 | WSW 11 | WSW 10 | WSW 10 | WSW 9 | WSW 10 | WSW 11 | WSW 10 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 |
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 kJ | 15 | 14 | 18 | 23 | 18 | 24 | 13 | 12 | 25 | 78 | 72 | 96 | 103 | 240 | 160 | 83 | 79 | 71 | 33 | 37 | 29 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | on | off | cross-off | on | off | cross-off | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | on | cross-off | off | cross-on | off |
High Tide | 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 | 6:33AM4.20m | 6:49PM4.54m | 7:11AM4.16m | 7:27PM4.41m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 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 | 12:34PM-0.07m | 1:02AM-0.15m | 1:15PM-0.03m | 1:42AM-0.01m | |||||||
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 | 7:00 | — | — | 7:01 | — | — | 7:03 | — | — | 7:03 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — |
 | — | — | 9:37 | — | — | 9:36 | — | — | 9:34 | — | — | 9:31 | — | — | 9:30 | — | — | 9:29 | — | — | 9:27 |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — |
Temp °C | 25 | 24 | 27 | 23 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 31 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 28 | 26 | 27 | 32 | 26 | 32 | 32 | 28 | 31 | 30 |
Feels °C | 23 | 20 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 28 | 27 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 28 | 24 | 30 | 27 | 27 | 29 | 29 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 9 | W 9 | WSW 7 | SW 7 | WSW 7 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | W 8 | WSW 11 | WSW 10 | WSW 10 | WSW 9 | WSW 10 | WSW 11 | WSW 10 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 |
| kJ | 15 | 14 | 18 | 23 | 18 | 24 | 13 | 12 | 25 | 78 | 72 | 96 | 103 | 240 | 160 | 83 | 79 | 50 | 33 | 33 | 29 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 6 | — | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | SW 7 | WSW 6 | WSW 6 | W 8 | SW 6 | ESE 3 | — | WSW 12 | — | — | — | — | W 8 | — | — | WNW 4 |
| kJ | 4 | — | 15 | 14 | 14 | 11 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | — | 46 | — | — | — | — | 71 | — | — | 1 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | WNW 4 | — | — | W 11 | W 10 | W 10 | SW 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 10 | — |
| kJ | — | — | 3 | — | — | 2 | 8 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | W 3 | N 3 | NNW 3 | — | NE 3 | ENE 2 | — | NE 2 | SE 3 | SSW 6 | — | — | W 4 | N 3 | NW 4 | WNW 4 | N 3 | NNE 2 | WNW 8 | NNE 3 |
| kJ | — | 4 | 1 | 1 | — | 2 | 1 | — | 1 | 2 | 3 | — | — | 15 | 3 | 6 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 37 | 1 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 50 | 479 | 24 | 50 | 295 | 69 | 79 | 479 | 50 | 2 | 112 | 8 | 50 | 113 | 8 | 0 | 50 | 0 | 50 | 202 | 65 |
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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).
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