
Surf Forecasts:
Left Point surf forecast from 8 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 13 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 14s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 13 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 14s period, SW swell with 8,861 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 13 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 14s 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 Thursday (Aug 13) at 4AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 4.5m and 14s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Left Point in the next 16 days are 4.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 13) at 4AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.7m 6s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 10AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 4AM (Thu 13th Aug) | 15ft (4.5m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 4AM (Thu 13th Aug) | 15ft (4.5m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 4AM (Thu 13th Aug) | 15ft (4.5m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Left Point over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, Rusty here. Let’s cut to it: Left Point is going to be a fickle mistress over the next couple of weeks. The opening days are a total loss – we’ve got a solid SW groundswell, but the wind’s howling onshore and turning it into a washing machine. You’ll be looking at 5ft of chop and no fun. The water temp is a normal 56°F, so nothing weird there, but you won’t care when you’re getting blown off your board.
The first real chance is Monday afternoon the 10th. The swell bumps up to 10ft with a 17-second period, and the wind swings cross-off, cleaning it up. The energy is strong at 4939. It’s a step up, but still marginal. Tuesday and Wednesday are back to poor, with strong winds and messy conditions.
Now, for the big one: Thursday the 13th afternoon. This is huge – 13ft of SW swell, 16-second period, and the energy is a massive 14706. The wind is favorable, but this is way too big for Left Point. It’s an expert-only, hold-onto-your-life kind of day. If you value your board, stay on the beach.
The first true standout is Saturday the 15th morning. The swell drops to a very surfable 8ft, still from the SW with a 16-second period. The wind is a light cross-off, and the energy is strong at 3822. This is clean, powerful, and perfect for experienced surfers. It’s inconsistent, so you’ll be waiting, but the waves that come are worth it.
Sunday the 16th is your second gem. The morning is glassy – zero wind, 6ft of SW swell with a 14-second period. Pristine. The afternoon gets even better with a gentle offshore breeze and the swell holding at 6ft. This is another clean, high-quality session.
After that, it fades. Monday the 17th afternoon is still decent, but it’s a step down. The rest of the week is mostly poor. Then, look ahead to Friday the 21st. Morning is glassy again with 8ft of SW swell and a 16-second period. The afternoon stays clean with a cross-off breeze. It’s a promising session, but it’s a week away, so don’t bank on it just yet.
So, mark your calendar for Saturday the 15th and Sunday the 16th – those are your best windows for quality, powerful waves with clean conditions. Friday the 21st is a backup. Just remember, it’s a point break, so the long-period swell will wrap in nicely, but it’s inconsistent. Patience, mate. And for the love of god, don’t even think about paddling out Thursday afternoon. Unless you’re a pro, it’s a suicide mission.
Rusty, out.
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 28mm), heaviest during Sun night. Very mild (max 15°C on Sat morning, min 8°C on Mon morning). Winds increasing (light winds from the ESE on Sun night, strong winds from the WSW by Mon night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 9mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Very mild (max 14°C on Thu afternoon, min 9°C on Wed night). Winds decreasing (gales from the WSW on Wed afternoon, moderate winds from the WNW by Thu afternoon). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | |||||||||||||||
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Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 16 | SW 19 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 17 | SW 16 | WSW 19 | SW 12 | SW 16 | WSW 16 | WSW 14 | SW 15 | SW 17 | SW 16 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
1239 | 1193 | 857 | 548 | 347 | 711 | 2612 | 4939 | 1194 | 1838 | 1033 | 1172 | 2160 | 7225 | 7474 | 7428 | 7857 | 5153 | 4209 | 6410 | 4819 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | cross | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 6:01PM2.26m | 7:22AM2.21m | 6:49PM2.20m | 8:25AM2.16m | 7:46PM2.14m | 9:34AM2.14m | 8:56PM2.08m | 10:44AM2.16m | 10:15PM2.05m | 11:48AM2.22m | 11:34PM2.09m | 12:44PM2.30m | 00:45AM2.16m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 12:12PM0.85m | 00:41AM0.12m | 1:05PM0.96m | 1:36AM0.14m | 2:06PM1.04m | 2:39AM0.18m | 3:18PM1.08m | 3:48AM0.22m | 4:36PM1.02m | 4:59AM0.25m | 5:48PM0.89m | 6:05AM0.27m | 6:51PM0.70m | ||||||||
7:13 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | 7:09 | — | — | 7:09 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | |
— | 5:36 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:38 | — | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:40 | — | |
mm | — | — | 2 | 4 | 1 | 11 | 6 | 2 | 2 | — | — | 3 | — | 3 | 2 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — |
Temp °C | 15 | 15 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 13 | 9 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
Feels °C | 10 | 10 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | -3 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 7 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 16 | SW 19 | ESE 10 | SW 16 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SSW 20 | — | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 17 | SW 16 |
1239 | 1193 | 857 | 548 | 347 | 711 | 2612 | 37 | 1194 | 1838 | 1033 | 1172 | 2160 | 37 | — | 7428 | 6651 | 4235 | 4209 | 6410 | 4819 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 20 | ESE 9 | SE 10 | — | SW 14 | SW 20 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | — | — | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | — | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 18 |
51 | 48 | 41 | 83 | 154 | 598 | 32 | 24 | — | 466 | 98 | 105 | 147 | — | — | 131 | 198 | — | 596 | 731 | 832 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | S 18 | ESE 4 | SSW 21 | SSW 19 | — | — | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SSW 22 |
— | — | — | 6 | 2 | 86 | 143 | — | — | 42 | 41 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 91 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 4 | N 4 | N 4 | NE 3 | N 4 | NE 4 | NNW 4 | SW 17 | SW 9 | NW 4 | NW 4 | NNW 4 | W 6 | WSW 19 | SW 12 | — | WSW 16 | WSW 14 | NW 3 | — | — |
10 | 10 | 9 | 4 | 12 | 16 | 9 | 4939 | 988 | 16 | 24 | 54 | 178 | 7225 | 7474 | — | 7857 | 5153 | 5 | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 2 | 2 | 8 | 15 | 28 | 0 | 60 | 161 | 69 | 60 | 98 | 260 | 459 | 459 | 72 | 83 | 72 | 12 | 5 | 9 | 9 |
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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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