Surf Forecasts:
La Caffrine surf forecast from 15 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 15 Aug, 7PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 18s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 15 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 18s period, SSW swell with 6,341 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 15 Aug, 7PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 18s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for La Caffrine this week:
The surf forecast for La Caffrine over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 15) at 7PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m and 18s period with a secondary swell of 1.7m and 18s. Another secondary swell of 1.0m and 8s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at La Caffrine in the next 16 days are 3.0m 18s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 15) 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 7s period and expected on Monday (Aug 17) at 4PM.
| Wave Type | Time (+04) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7PM (Sat 15th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 18s |
| Best Surf | 7PM (Sat 15th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 18s |
| Most Powerful | 10PM (Sat 15th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 18s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for La Caffrine over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. We've got a solid run of swell heading our way, but we need to pick our moments.
The first real action kicks off Saturday, August 15th, with a strong SSW groundswell. Saturday morning sees clean 6ft surf from the south with glassy offshore winds, and the water's sitting at a warm 77°, a touch warmer than usual for this time of year. It's a decent start, but the real highlight comes later.
Now, hold onto your boards, because Sunday, August 16th, is where it's at. The swell jumps to a solid 8ft from the SSW, and with those light offshore winds, it's going to be clean and powerful. The combined energy is pumping at 6909, so you're looking at some serious grunt. This is the standout of the first week – a proper groundswell with long, 16-second intervals, meaning plenty of push and long lulls to paddle out. It's a bit too much for beginners, but for the experienced crew, this is going to be a gem.
Monday, August 17th, drops back a touch to 5ft but stays clean in the morning with glassy conditions. The swell period is 13 seconds, so still plenty of quality. This is a good session for those who missed the Sunday peak.
After that, we've got a few days of smaller, less consistent surf, with the swell dipping below 3ft and the energy dropping right off. It's a bit of a lull mid-week, but don't write it off – it's a good chance to rest up.
The second week sees the swell build again. Saturday, August 22nd, brings back 6ft from the SW with clean cross-offshore winds and moderate energy (1191). It's a solid, surfable option.
Then, Sunday, August 23rd, is another highlight. We've got 8ft of SSW groundswell and glassy conditions in the afternoon. The period is 14 seconds, so there's plenty of power. This is another session for the experienced surfers.
The real monster arrives on Tuesday, August 25th. The afternoon sees a massive 15ft SSW swell with a 19-second period. The combined energy is an enormous 14872 – that's serious, heavy water. The winds are clean, but honestly, this is for experts only. It's too big for most, and the break might struggle to handle it. Approach with caution.
That size sticks around through to Thursday, August 27th, with 13ft and 12ft swells, still with clean winds. These are all expert-only days.
We start to see it ease back from Friday, August 28th, with 10ft dropping to 8ft, and the wind stays clean. Saturday, August 29th, is a good shout for the experienced crew, with 6ft and a 12-second period, and the winds are light and offshore.
Sunday, August 30th, rounds it out nicely with 5ft from the SW, a 15-second period, and glassy conditions in the afternoon. It's a beautiful end to the forecast window.
So, the standout sessions are Sunday, August 16th, and Sunday, August 23rd, for the best combination of size, quality, and conditions. The huge mid-week swell is impressive but not for the faint-hearted. Keep an eye on the tide and pick your moment.
Rusty, signing off.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Sat afternoon. Warm (max 23°C on Sat morning, min 22°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Tue morning, min 22°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 15 | Sunday 16 | Monday 17 | Tuesday 18 | Wednesday 19 | Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | |||||||||||||||
AM | 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) | S 20 | S 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | S 13 | S 13 | S 12 | S 12 | S 12 | SSE 11 | S 11 | S 11 | S 11 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
2573 | 4553 | 4335 | 3934 | 3263 | 1194 | 901 | 839 | 690 | 480 | 384 | 303 | 244 | 240 | 181 | 248 | 255 | 410 | 659 | 821 | 885 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | cross | cross-off | cross-on | glassy | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | glassy | glassy | cross-on | glassy | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off |
High Tide | 2:44PM0.54m | 2:34AM0.54m | 3:03PM0.52m | 2:59AM0.49m | 3:19PM0.49m | 3:22AM0.43m | 3:31PM0.46m | 3:42AM0.37m | 3:43PM0.43m | 4:00AM0.31m | 3:53PM0.39m | 2:25PM0.36m | |||||||||
Low Tide | 8:37PM0.15m | 8:52AM0.11m | 9:07PM0.17m | 9:11AM0.16m | 9:36PM0.20m | 9:22AM0.21m | 10:07PM0.22m | 9:15AM0.25m | 10:50PM0.25m | 8:18AM0.27m | 5:38AM0.26m | ||||||||||
6:41 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | |
— | 6:04 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:06 | — | — | 6:06 | — | — | 6:06 | — | |
mm | — | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 |
Feels °C | 24 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 25 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 23 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 22 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 20 | S 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | S 14 | S 13 | S 13 | S 12 | S 12 | S 12 | SSE 11 | S 11 | S 11 | S 11 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 |
2573 | 4553 | 4335 | 3934 | 3263 | 1110 | 901 | 839 | 690 | 480 | 384 | 303 | 244 | 240 | 181 | 248 | 255 | 410 | 659 | 821 | 885 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 20 | SW 18 | SW 18 | E 9 | E 10 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | S 10 | S 10 | SW 16 | S 8 | S 20 | E 8 |
2068 | 1842 | 2293 | 7 | 7 | 1194 | 875 | 692 | 355 | 301 | 206 | 162 | 147 | 153 | 109 | 94 | 92 | 310 | 36 | 8 | 47 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | E 9 | — | E 5 | E 9 | ESE 9 | SW 16 | E 9 | SW 15 | SE 8 | SW 14 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | SW 16 | SW 12 | SW 12 | S 9 | — | SSE 8 | — |
718 | 514 | 110 | — | 21 | 7 | 180 | 692 | 2 | 301 | 67 | 160 | 13 | 26 | 91 | 95 | 92 | 57 | — | 11 | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | E 10 | ESE 5 | E 4 | — | — | — | E 7 | ESE 6 | E 7 | E 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | 220 | 37 | 20 | — | — | — | 262 | 188 | 113 | 160 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 16 | 13 | 1 | 13 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 13 | 1 | 13 | 13 | 1 | 23 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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Information about the La Caffrine Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for La Caffrine provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at La Caffrine can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our La Caffrine 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 (La Caffrine) 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 La Caffrine 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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