
Surf Forecasts:
Kirra surf forecast from 4 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 9 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 9s period, E swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 9 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 9s period, E swell with 287 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 9 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 9s period with E 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 Sunday (Aug 09) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Kirra in the next 16 days are 1.3m 9s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 09) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.1m 5s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 4AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7AM (Sun 9th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 7AM (Sun 9th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Sun 9th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Kirra over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, it’s Rusty here. We’ve got a bit of a slow start for the next couple of weeks, but things look like they might fire up later on. The big standout is shaping up for Monday, August 17th, but we’ve got a fair stretch of small, ordinary conditions to get through first.
Right now, there’s barely any rideable surf. Wednesday morning, August 5th, we’re looking at 3 feet of east swell at 10 seconds, but with poor surf conditions and only weak wave energy (165). It’s not worth paddling for. That pretty much sets the tone for the next few days. Thursday morning, August 6th, has glassy conditions but the swell is tiny at 2 feet and 7-second period, energy is weak (83), and it’s labelled poor. Friday morning, August 7th, brings glassy conditions again with 3 feet from the east, but the period is still a short 7 seconds – not enough push. Energy is weak (131). Saturday, August 8th, stays small, though a light offshore wind in the morning with 3 feet ENE swell (139) will at least look clean, but waves are very ordinary.
It’s not until Sunday morning, August 9th, that we see a slight uptick. The swell pushes to 4 feet from the east at 9 seconds, with moderate wave energy (339). The morning glass-off makes it surfable but still very ordinary overall. That same size (4 feet) carries into the afternoon but onshore northerly wind kills it.
The next few days are a real grind. Monday the 10th and Tuesday the 11th stay small, mostly under 3 feet, with weak energy and poor conditions. Wednesday the 12th is similar. Then Thursday morning, August 13th, we get a pulse of south swell – 4 feet at 9 seconds, with clean conditions thanks to a light cross-offshore wind. Energy is moderate (349). It’s still only labelled “surfable but very ordinary,” but it’s a step in the right direction. That south swell builds through Friday, August 14th, with 5 feet in the morning (moderate energy at 536) and a solid offshore breeze from the SSW. That’s clean, punchy surf, but still only ordinary quality according to the conditions. Saturday morning, August 15th, has solid offshore wind (SSW 25 km/h) but smaller waist-chest high waves at 4 feet, and Sunday the 16th goes quiet again.
Now, here’s the real deal. Monday, August 17th – mark this one. The standout morning session shows 7 feet of south-southeast swell at 8 seconds, with strong wave energy (1099). The wind is offshore from the south at 20 km/h, and the forecast says “expect good surf conditions.” That’s a big step up. For a point break like Kirra, that south swell direction is good, and the clean offshore wind will really shape things up. At 7 feet, it’s not for beginners – this is a session for experienced surfers. The afternoon drops slightly to 6 feet, still clean but a notch lower in quality. Tuesday the 18th keeps a solid 6 feet south-east swell in the morning, with 10-second period and moderate-strong energy (793), and south offshore wind. That’s another good option. The afternoon goes a bit wonky with a cross-offshore wind.
As we head deeper into the second week, conditions back off. Wednesday the 19th and Thursday the 20th bring cleaner surf but only around 4 feet dropping to 3 feet, so the energy fades quickly.
If I had to pick one true standout – it’s Monday morning, August 17th, at Kirra. That 7 feet south swell with strong energy and offshore wind is the best on offer across the whole outlook. The surrounding days are ordinary or just-okay, so don’t waste energy chasing the small stuff early on. The long-range call looks promising but keep an eye on the forecasts as we get closer.
This is Rusty, signing off.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Wed morning, min 13°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Mon morning, min 14°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | ||||||||||||||
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) | ESE 11 | E 10 | ESE 9 | NE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | E 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | E 9 | E 8 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 |
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117 | 151 | 86 | 69 | 41 | 34 | 46 | 89 | 109 | 67 | 61 | 153 | 204 | 287 | 276 | 198 | 160 | 127 | 130 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | off | glassy | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-off |
High Tide | 11:52PM1.41m | 12:47PM1.40m | 00:46AM1.28m | 1:54PM1.44m | 1:54AM1.16m | 3:09PM1.51m | 3:16AM1.09m | 4:22PM1.62m | 4:38AM1.09m | 5:27PM1.74m | 5:48AM1.14m | 6:24PM1.85m | |||||||
Low Tide | 6:18AM0.31m | 6:54PM0.54m | 7:10AM0.32m | 8:18PM0.56m | 8:12AM0.33m | 9:49PM0.52m | 9:23AM0.31m | 11:08PM0.43m | 10:32AM0.27m | 00:12AM0.33m | 11:35AM0.22m | 1:05AM0.24m | |||||||
— | 6:26 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | |
— | — | 5:17 | — | — | 5:17 | — | — | 5:19 | — | — | 5:19 | — | — | 5:20 | — | — | 5:20 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 17 | 21 | 20 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 15 | 18 | 19 | 17 | 22 | 21 | 16 |
Feels °C | 15 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 17 | 17 | 14 | 18 | 18 | 13 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 11 | E 10 | ESE 9 | NE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | E 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | E 9 | E 8 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 |
117 | 151 | 86 | 69 | 41 | 34 | 46 | 89 | 109 | 67 | 61 | 153 | 204 | 287 | 276 | 198 | 160 | 127 | 130 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 6 | SSE 9 | ENE 8 | ESE 8 | E 8 | E 8 | ESE 8 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | S 9 | NE 9 | NE 9 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 7 | N 4 |
24 | 7 | 32 | 57 | 34 | 33 | 24 | 33 | 54 | 54 | 52 | 45 | 30 | 36 | 33 | 24 | 9 | 9 | 10 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 8 | E 18 | SE 8 | S 6 | S 7 | S 7 | S 5 | E 11 | E 15 | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | E 14 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | S 8 | S 8 | S 8 | NE 7 |
28 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 9 | 4 | 17 | 26 | 4 | 28 | 16 | 25 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 9 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 2 | NW 3 | NNE 2 | NNE 4 | SSW 2 | S 6 | — | S 4 | SSE 4 | SSE 4 | S 4 | SSE 4 | — | — | NE 3 | N 4 | N 5 | N 5 | SW 3 |
1 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 1 | 21 | — | 3 | 6 | 3 | 7 | 15 | — | — | 2 | 12 | 54 | 27 | 2 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 2 | 2 | 176 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 157 | 157 | 5 | 2 | 2 |
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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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