Surf Forecasts:
Kirra surf forecast from 11 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 19 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 8s period, ESE swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 17 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 8s period, ESE swell with 746 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 13 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 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 Thursday (Aug 13) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.4m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 9s. Another secondary swell of 0.1m and 7s 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 2.5m 8s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 17) at 10PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.6m 6s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 15) at 1PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10PM (Thu 13th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 10AM (Wed 19th Aug) | 6ft (1.9m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 10PM (Mon 17th Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Kirra over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what’s shaping up for Kirra over the next couple of weeks.
Honestly, if you’re itching for a paddle, you’re going to be waiting a while. The first real sign of life doesn’t show up until Monday morning, 17 August, and even then it’s what we’d call "surfable but very ordinary." Not exactly something to write home about. That means we’ve got a solid block of nearly six days with nothing worthwhile to recommend before that point. The water temp is sitting around 69°, pretty much normal for this time of year.
So, for the whole outlook, we’re really just looking at that second week, from the 17th onwards, for any kind of action. Even then, things stay pretty average for a while. The pick of the bunch, the one that stands out above the rest, is Wednesday morning, 19 August. That morning we’ve got offshore wind from the South at 12 mph, cleaning up a 6 ft swell coming out of the ESE. The combined swell energy is a solid 849, which is a decent boost of power, and with that offshore wind, it’s going to be clean. That’s the session to circle on your calendar. Keep in mind, the swell period is around 8 seconds, so it’s more of a short period swell—not your long, groundswell lines, but it’ll be punchy enough. Kirra’s a point break that likes that SE direction, and with the right wind, it should offer some nice, peeling walls.
Later that week, Friday morning, 21 August, also looks promising. You’ve got a gentle offshore from the South at 9 mph with a 5 ft swell from the ESE, period stretching to 9 seconds. Combined energy is a hefty 548. That’s a good combo for Kirra, offering some cleaner, more lined-up waves than the days before. The wind is light, so the surface should be slick.
A quick heads up: by Sunday morning, 23 August, there’s a glassy morning with a 4 ft swell from the ENE, period around 11 seconds. It’s small and not a standout, but if you’re desperate for a glassy paddle, it’s there. Just don’t expect fireworks.
One thing to keep in mind—Kirra can get crowded, and “often” is the word for this spot. If you’re heading out on that Wednesday morning, get in early.
Bottom line: if you can wait, 19 August morning is the best shot for a clean, punchy session. Otherwise, the rest of the window is a bit of a snooze.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Wed night. Warm (max 20°C on Wed morning, min 13°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 28mm), heaviest during Mon afternoon. Very mild (max 18°C on Sat morning, min 14°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | Sunday 16 | Monday 17 | Tuesday 18 | |||||||||||||||
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Swell Height Map |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | ||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | S 7 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | S 8 | SSE 6 | ENE 9 | SSE 6 | SSE 7 | S 7 | SSE 7 | SE 6 | E 7 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | E 8 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 83 | 85 | 83 | 104 | 151 | 257 | 226 | 286 | 149 | 28 | 293 | 254 | 200 | 205 | 167 | 251 | 477 | 716 | 563 | 563 | 412 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | cross | cross | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | off | off | off | off | off | off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off |
High Tide | 8:00PM1.95m | 8:22AM1.36m | 8:43PM1.91m | 9:04AM1.40m | 9:22PM1.83m | 9:44AM1.43m | 9:59PM1.70m | 10:24AM1.43m | 10:33PM1.56m | 11:04AM1.42m | 11:04PM1.41m | 11:47AM1.40m | 11:37PM1.27m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 1:22PM0.14m | 2:34AM0.16m | 2:09PM0.15m | 3:12AM0.18m | 2:53PM0.19m | 3:48AM0.22m | 3:36PM0.27m | 4:21AM0.28m | 4:18PM0.38m | 4:52AM0.34m | 5:01PM0.50m | 5:22AM0.40m | 5:48PM0.62m | ||||||||
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 | 6:20 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — |
 | — | 5:21 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:23 | — | — | 5:23 | — |
mm | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
Temp °C | 20 | 20 | 14 | 19 | 17 | 16 | 19 | 18 | 16 | 18 | 17 | 15 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 16 |
Feels °C | 17 | 18 | 12 | 15 | 12 | 13 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 15 | 13 | 13 | 15 | 14 | 14 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | S 6 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 10 | E 6 | ENE 10 | E 8 | E 7 | S 16 | — | ESE 8 | S 10 | E 8 |
| kJ | 83 | 85 | 83 | 41 | 43 | 43 | 43 | 42 | 42 | 28 | 29 | 31 | 41 | 32 | 29 | 251 | 5 | — | 563 | 17 | 412 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 9 | S 10 | S 10 | E 9 | NNE 7 | NE 10 | NE 9 | S 16 | SE 19 | SE 16 | S 15 | SE 19 | ENE 10 | SE 16 | E 10 | S 7 | E 13 | E 13 | — | SE 12 | ESE 11 |
| kJ | 25 | 71 | 67 | 60 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 14 | 10 | 19 | 15 | 32 | 11 | 17 | 47 | 4 | 3 | — | 6 | 12 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 11 | NE 10 | NE 7 | S 10 | NE 10 | — | S 19 | NE 9 | NE 9 | NE 11 | — | E 16 | SE 18 | E 8 | SE 16 | E 14 | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | 32 | 4 | 7 | 28 | 4 | — | 7 | 3 | 3 | 5 | — | 5 | 12 | 1 | 10 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 4 | NE 6 | WSW 3 | S 7 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | S 8 | SSE 6 | S 6 | SSE 6 | SSE 7 | S 7 | SSE 7 | SE 6 | — | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | — | ESE 8 | SSE 8 |
| kJ | 3 | 19 | 2 | 104 | 151 | 257 | 226 | 286 | 149 | 137 | 293 | 254 | 200 | 205 | 167 | — | 477 | 716 | — | 563 | 119 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 41 | 324 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
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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).
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