Left Point Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.51° S 145.13° E

Left Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 3 am 28 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Left Point sea temperature is
13.6°C
1.0° 

Left Point surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Left Point surf forecast from 27 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Friday 4 Sep, 10AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 13s period, SW swell with cross-shore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Friday 4 Sep, 10AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 13s period, SW swell with 4,577 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 28 Aug, 4PM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 17s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Left Point this week:

The surf forecast for Left Point over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 28) at 4PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.1m and 17s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 17s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Left Point in the next 16 days are 3.5m 13s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 04) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.4m 5s period and expected on Thursday (Sep 03) at 7PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 4PM (Fri 28th Aug)7ft (2.1m) 17s
Best Surf10AM (Fri 4th Sep)11ft (3.5m) 13s
Most Powerful10AM (Fri 4th Sep)11ft (3.5m) 13s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Left Point over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, grab ya board, let's get into it. This is a bit of a mixed bag for the next couple of weeks, but there's some real gems to be found if you're patient.

The first bit of decent surf doesn't show up until late in the week. We've got a gap of a few days with nothing worth paddling out for initially. The main event, and the standout of the whole forecast, is going to be Left Point. This is a point break that loves a WSW swell, and we're getting just that. It's a bit inconsistent, so expect some lulls between sets, but when it's on, it's on.

The water is sitting at 57°, which is a full 2° above the long-term average for this time of year. So the water's feeling a touch warmer than usual, which is always a bonus.

Friday, August 28th is the first real chance. The morning looks a bit average with a cross-shore breeze, but the afternoon is where it's at. We've got a solid 7ft of SW groundswell, with a very long 17-second period, pushing in with a heap of energy (2507). The wind is going clean offshore, which is magic. This is proper, clean, lined-up surf for the experienced crew. The crowd factor is 'sometimes' here, so you might have some company, but it'll be worth it.

Monday, August 31st afternoon is another cracker. The swell is still a meaty 6ft from the SW, period is 14 seconds, and the wave energy is strong (1955). The wind is a light offshore, so the surface will be clean. This is another session for the experienced surfer.

Wednesday, September 2nd afternoon is also a great call. The swell is up to 8ft from the SW, energy is pumping (2090), and we have a moderate offshore breeze. The waves will be well-shaped and powerful.

The end of the first week and into the second week gets a bit messy with strong winds. A big pulse of SW swell pushes through on Friday, September 4th, with wave heights hitting 13ft and energy going through the roof (9945). That's huge, expert-only territory, and the wind is cross-shore, making it a real beast. This particular setup, with the size and wind, might actually be more interesting for the kite surfers than us paddle guys.

The forecast gets a bit quieter and more uncertain after that. We get a few nice windows though. The morning of Monday, September 7th is a real treat. The swell has dropped to a clean 6ft, but the wind is completely glassy. That's rare, and it means the point will be as smooth as silk.

Then there's a long gap with average conditions until the very end of the run. Saturday, September 12th looks promising. The swell is a solid 8ft from the SW with a 17-second period and massive energy (4527). The wind is light offshore and clean. It's a bit far out to call it a sure thing, but it's a promising sign for the end of the window.

Bottom line: Keep your eyes on Friday afternoon, August 28th and Monday afternoon, August 31st for the best classic surf. The glassy morning on the 7th is a special one if you can get out. The rest of the time is either a bit too windy or too big unless you're a gun.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 12°C on Fri morning, min 9°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Very mild (max 19°C on Tue afternoon, min 10°C on Mon morning). Winds increasing (calm on Mon afternoon, strong winds from the NNW by Tue morning).

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Saturday
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Sunday
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Energy kJ
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1163
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2090
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2200
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Wind (km/h)
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NW
15
SW
20
WSW
15
WNW
20
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20
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15
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10
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High Tide
12:02PM2.00m
11:49PM1.82m
12:46PM2.08m
00:48AM1.94m
1:24PM2.16m
1:38AM2.07m
1:59PM2.23m
2:24AM2.20m
2:33PM2.28m
3:07AM2.31m
3:06PM2.32m
3:49AM2.38m
3:41PM2.34m
Low Tide
6:09PM1.00m
6:10AM0.61m
6:56PM0.84m
7:00AM0.58m
7:36PM0.65m
7:45AM0.55m
8:13PM0.48m
8:27AM0.54m
8:50PM0.31m
9:07AM0.56m
9:26PM0.18m
9:47AM0.59m
10:04PM0.09m
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Information about the Left Point Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Left Point provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Left Point can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Left Point 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 (Left Point) 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 Left Point 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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