
Surf Forecasts:
Kawana Beach surf forecast from 8 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 9 Sep, 10PM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 8s period, ESE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 10 Sep, 4PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 8s period, SE swell with 864 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 9 Sep, 10PM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 8s period with ESE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Kawana Beach this week:
The surf forecast for Kawana Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 09) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Kawana Beach in the next 16 days are 2.5m 8s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Sep 10) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10PM (Wed 9th Sep) | 2ft (0.6m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 10PM (Wed 9th Sep) | 2ft (0.6m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 4PM (Thu 10th Sep) | 8ft (2.5m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Kawana Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, it’s Rusty here, and I’ve gotta be straight with you – the next 16 days at Kawana Beach are looking pretty grim. We’ve got a long stretch of poor surf conditions ahead, so let’s not beat around the bush.
Right off the bat, the outlook is a blank run. The first couple of days are a total write-off. Tuesday morning kicks off with a messy 5 ft swell from the SE, but with a 16 mph cross-on wind, it’s choppy and ugly. That’s the pattern for most of the first week. The water temp is sitting at 70°, which is pretty normal for this time of year, so at least you won’t need a thick wetsuit.
The only real pulse of energy comes through Thursday morning, with the swell jumping to 8 ft and the combined energy hitting 502 – that’s moderate energy, but it’s accompanied by a strong 22 mph cross-on wind and rain. The period is short, just 6 seconds, so it’s all wind swell and no shape. This is definitely a setup for kite surfing, not paddle surfing. The afternoon sees similar conditions, with 8 ft swell and 872 energy, but it’s still blown out.
Friday and Saturday keep the pattern going: chest-to-head-high swell (7 ft to 6 ft) but with those persistent cross-on winds. The period bumps up to 7-8 seconds, which is a little better, but the wind just ruins it. For a beginner, anything over 5 ft is already getting big, and with the chop, it’s not safe.
The second week doesn’t get any better. From Sunday through to the following Wednesday, the swell drops off to 3 ft or less, with weak energy under 108. The wind stays messy, mostly cross-on or onshore. There’s a brief moment on Saturday morning the 19th where the wind goes glassy, but the swell is a pathetic 0.3 ft with a very long period of 13 seconds – that’s a groundswell, but there’s no power to it. The combined energy is just 8, so it’s a total flat spell.
After that, the last few days of the outlook are tiny and messy, with onshore winds and barely any swell. The period on the 22nd and 23rd drops to 4-5 seconds, which is just junk.
So, what’s the best on offer? Honestly, there’s no standout. The whole 16 days are a bust. This is a period where the forecast can change, but as it stands, you’d be better off staying home or looking for a different hobby. The consistent poor conditions are pretty normal for Kawana Beach when the wind is in the SE.
Stay patient, and keep your eyes on the horizon.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 10mm), heaviest on Wed night. Very mild (max 19°C on Tue afternoon, min 16°C on Tue night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 13mm), heaviest on Sat night. Warm (max 20°C on Sat morning, min 16°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Tue 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | Sunday 13 | Monday 14 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SE 5 | SE 6 | SE 5 | ESE 5 | ESE 8 | SE 6 | SE 8 | SE 7 | SE 8 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
94 | 111 | 34 | 18 | 47 | 494 | 864 | 445 | 558 | 428 | 306 | 273 | 204 | 220 | 180 | 137 | 100 | 91 | 94 | 81 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | glassy |
High Tide | 6:18PM1.91m | 6:34AM1.41m | 7:02PM1.94m | 7:17AM1.53m | 7:42PM1.92m | 7:58AM1.62m | 8:19PM1.85m | 8:38AM1.67m | 8:53PM1.74m | 9:17AM1.67m | 9:25PM1.60m | 9:55AM1.64m | 9:56PM1.45m | |||||||
Low Tide | 00:49AM0.29m | 12:29PM0.16m | 1:26AM0.22m | 1:17PM0.12m | 2:01AM0.17m | 2:00PM0.12m | 2:34AM0.16m | 2:42PM0.18m | 3:06AM0.17m | 3:23PM0.27m | 3:36AM0.20m | 4:04PM0.39m | ||||||||
— | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:47 | — | — | |
5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:38 | — | — | 5:38 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 18 | 20 | 19 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 17 |
Feels °C | 15 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 17 | 16 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 17 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 7 | NE 7 | SE 5 | ESE 5 | ESE 8 | E 15 | E 15 | E 15 | E 13 | E 14 | E 14 | E 14 | E 14 | E 14 | E 13 | NE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | NE 8 | E 6 |
20 | 7 | 34 | 18 | 47 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 7 | 11 | 81 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 9 | E 9 | SE 8 | E 9 | E 8 | E 15 | E 14 | — | S 23 | S 21 | NE 16 | NE 16 | NE 15 | E 12 | SE 20 | E 13 | E 13 | E 12 | E 12 | NE 8 |
15 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 4 | 4 | — | 10 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 3 | 16 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 17 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 7 | — | E 9 | SE 8 | ESE 13 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | E 12 | E 20 | E 11 | SE 20 | — | E 10 | E 13 | E 12 |
1 | — | 14 | 11 | 17 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 8 | 2 | 16 | — | 2 | 3 | 3 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 5 | SE 6 | — | — | — | SE 6 | SE 8 | SE 7 | SE 8 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | — |
94 | 111 | — | — | — | 494 | 864 | 445 | 558 | 428 | 306 | 273 | 204 | 220 | 180 | 137 | 100 | 91 | 94 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 166 | 38 | 4 | 38 | 0 | 482 | 482 | 161 | 38 | 166 | 38 | 38 | 38 | 38 | 38 | 38 | 38 | 38 | 4 | 0 |
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Information about the Kawana Beach Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Kawana Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Kawana Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Kawana Beach 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 (Kawana Beach) 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 Kawana Beach 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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