Surf Forecasts:
Kirra surf forecast from 27 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 28 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 8s period, SSE swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 28 Aug, 7PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 12s period, SSE swell with 550 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 28 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 8s period with SSE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Kirra this week:
The surf forecast for Kirra over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 28) at 4AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.7m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 1.5m and 8s. Another secondary swell of 0.8m and 8s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Kirra in the next 16 days are 1.4m 12s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 28) at 7PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.4m 6s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 29) at 10PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 4AM (Fri 28th Aug) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 4AM (Fri 28th Aug) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 7PM (Fri 28th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 12s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Kirra over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, Rusty here. Let’s chew the fat on what’s in store for Kirra over the next couple of weeks. It’s a bit of a tease, but there’s one window worth setting the alarm for.
We kick off on Friday the 28th of August with some clean, surfable waves – 5ft from the south, 9-second period. The combined energy is moderate at 689, and the wind’s cross-off, so it’s rideable but not glassy. Water temp’s about average for this time of year, nothing to write home about.
Saturday the 29th looks better – 4ft from SSE, 10-second period, and a gentle offshore breeze in the morning. That’s clean, and Kirra loves that. Energy’s down to 339, but quality’s up. Sunday the 30th pushes to 6ft from SSE with an 8-second period and moderate offshore – energy hits 466 – but shorter period makes it a bit wonky.
Monday the 31st holds at 6ft, SSE, 8-second period, offshore wind, energy at 498. It’s consistent but nothing to scream about.
Then it goes dead. From Tuesday the 1st of September through Saturday the 6th, it’s all under 3ft, energy drops below 100, and winds turn ugly. That’s a six-day hole where you’re better off doing something else.
But hold tight. Monday the 7th of September afternoon brings a proper pulse – 7ft from SSE, 10-second period, cross-off wind. Combined energy rockets to 910 – strong, meaty stuff. This is the standout. The wave comment says “expect good surf conditions,” and at Kirra, that’s a green light. It’s over 5ft, so beginners should sit this one out. Crowds are often, so don’t expect solitude.
After that, Tuesday the 8th fades to 5ft, then it’s small and weak through to the 12th – short-period, poor conditions.
The one to lock in is Monday the 7th of September afternoon. Everything else is either flat or forgettable. Kirra’s a gem, but you gotta time it right.
Catch ya in the water,
Rusty
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Sat afternoon. Very mild (max 19°C on Fri morning, min 15°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Wed morning, min 15°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SSE 8 | S 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 7 | SSE 8 | SSE 9 | SSE 7 | SSE 8 | SSE 7 | SSE 8 | SE 8 | SSE 9 | E 10 | SE 10 | SSE 10 | E 10 |
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319 | 393 | 308 | 343 | 281 | 318 | 268 | 416 | 443 | 153 | 434 | 319 | 188 | 122 | 151 | 71 | 127 | 80 | 55 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-on | on | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 8:06AM1.36m | 8:18PM1.75m | 8:40AM1.41m | 8:51PM1.71m | 9:14AM1.45m | 9:25PM1.63m | 9:51AM1.48m | 10:01PM1.53m | 10:32AM1.50m | 10:41PM1.41m | 11:20AM1.50m | 11:28PM1.27m | |||||||
Low Tide | 2:14AM0.30m | 1:53PM0.32m | 2:43AM0.27m | 2:31PM0.29m | 3:13AM0.24m | 3:10PM0.29m | 3:43AM0.23m | 3:52PM0.31m | 4:16AM0.24m | 4:39PM0.36m | 4:53AM0.26m | 5:35PM0.42m | |||||||
— | 6:05 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | |
— | — | 5:29 | — | — | 5:30 | — | — | 5:30 | — | — | 5:30 | — | — | 5:30 | — | — | 5:31 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 17 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 20 | 19 | 18 |
Feels °C | 15 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 13 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 16 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 8 | SSE 8 | E 8 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | E 9 | SSE 10 | E 8 | E 9 | SSE 10 | E 9 | E 8 | SSE 8 | SE 8 | SSE 9 | E 5 | SE 10 | SSE 10 | NE 4 |
69 | 256 | 33 | 343 | 281 | 55 | 86 | 37 | 43 | 71 | 24 | 22 | 188 | 122 | 151 | 17 | 127 | 80 | 12 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 16 | E 8 | SE 13 | E 8 | E 9 | NE 10 | E 8 | NE 15 | NE 12 | E 9 | SSE 18 | SSE 18 | ENE 11 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 |
10 | 29 | 63 | 36 | 54 | 4 | 51 | 8 | 6 | 41 | 33 | 30 | 39 | 74 | 71 | 71 | 68 | 67 | 48 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 12 | NE 8 | NNE 7 | NE 7 | NE 11 | NE 7 | NE 10 | S 16 | N 15 | NE 13 | NE 13 | E 12 | SE 17 | SSE 10 | SSE 16 | S 9 | NE 11 | NE 11 | SSE 10 |
6 | 11 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 70 | 40 | 24 | 56 | 5 | 5 | 55 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 8 | S 9 | SSE 9 | ESE 5 | — | SSE 10 | SSE 7 | SSE 8 | SSE 9 | SSE 7 | SSE 8 | SSE 7 | — | — | — | — | — | NE 4 | NNW 4 |
319 | 393 | 308 | 26 | — | 318 | 268 | 416 | 443 | 153 | 434 | 319 | — | — | — | — | — | 13 | 9 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 176 | 9 |
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Information about the Kirra Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Kirra provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Kirra can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Kirra 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 (Kirra) 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 Kirra 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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