Surf Forecasts:
Menakoz surf forecast from 31 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 5 Sep, 11PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 13s period, NNW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 5 Sep, 8PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 13s period, NNW swell with 875 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 31 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 10s period with NW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Menakoz this week:
The surf forecast for Menakoz over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 31) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.6m and 10s period. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Menakoz in the next 16 days are 1.6m 13s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Sep 05) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 3s period and expected on Sunday (Sep 06) at 11AM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Mon 31st Aug) | 5ft (1.6m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Sat 5th Sep) | 5ft (1.6m) 13s |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Sat 5th Sep) | 5ft (1.6m) 13s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Menakoz over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G'day, Rusty here. We’ve got a bit of a mixed bag on the horizon at Menakoz over the next couple of weeks, so let’s get stuck into it.
The first surf worth paddling out for lands on Monday the 31st of August. It’s a reef setup, so you need to know what you’re doing—expert territory only. The afternoon brings some clouds and a gentle breeze from the north at 9 mph, but that wind is onshore, which isn’t ideal. Swell is a solid 6 ft out of the NW with a 10-second period, and the combined energy is pumping at 721 (moderate wave energy). The water temp is sitting at 73°, which is a touch warmer than normal. Honestly, the conditions are marginal, and with that wind, it’s not going to be the cleanest session.
Things clean up nicely for Tuesday morning, the 1st of September. We’ve got glassy conditions with an ESE breeze at just 3 mph. Swell drops a touch to 4 ft from the NW, same 10-second period, and energy is still decent at 341 (moderate). This is the first real standout—clean surf, good energy, and that offshore-optimum direction from the NNW lines up perfectly. The water is still that touch warmer. This is the one to paddle out for.
The rest of that week fades fast. Tuesday afternoon goes cross-on and choppy. Wednesday and Thursday are small and weak, with swell dropping below 2 ft and energy tanking into double digits (71, 54, 28). Honestly, from Wednesday the 2nd through to Friday the 4th, it’s a write-off. Poor conditions, weak swell, and onshore or cross-shore wind keep things flat and messy.
Saturday the 5th of September morning offers a bit of hope. Clean, cross-off breeze from the east at 3 mph, and a 3 ft swell from the NW but with a long 12-second period. That groundswell pushes the energy up to 438 (moderate). It’s surfable, but not a standout—just a decent option for a paddle.
Sunday the 6th of September morning is another glassy gem. SE wind at 3 mph, 4 ft from the NNW, 12-second period, and energy at 471 (moderate). Clean, lined-up waves. That’s your second real standout in this outlook.
After that, we hit a dry spell. From Monday the 7th through to Monday the 14th of September, the swell is mostly below 3 ft, energy drops into the triple and even double digits (191, 164, 158, 135, 66, 75, 179), and the wind is often onshore or cross-on. There are a few glassy moments on the 8th, 9th, and 10th, but the swell is too small or the period is short (8 seconds). It’s a long gap with no real recommendations.
Then, a late blast kicks in. Tuesday the 15th of September morning looks promising. Glassy conditions with a light westerly at 3 mph. Swell jumps to 5 ft from the NNW, a long 12-second period, and combined energy hits 778 (moderate). That’s a strong, clean swell and the direction is spot on for the optimum NNW. It’s an expert reef, so it’s going to throw some serious lines. This is the third standout, but it’s two weeks out, so keep an eye on the forecast—promising but not locked in yet. The afternoon turns a bit messy with cross-on wind, so aim for the morning.
Bottom line: Tuesday the 1st of September morning, Sunday the 6th of September morning, and Tuesday the 15th of September morning are your best bets. Everything else is flat, weak, or blown out.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Mon afternoon, min 15°C on Thu morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Sun morning, min 17°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Mon 31 | Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | Thursday 3 | Friday 4 | Saturday 5 | Sunday 6 | ||||||||||||||
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) | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 7 | NW 8 | NW 7 | NW 8 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 12 | NNW 13 | NNW 12 | NNW 12 | NNW 11 | NW 10 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
721 | 475 | 341 | 296 | 176 | 68 | 53 | 31 | 19 | 29 | 26 | 35 | 64 | 64 | 224 | 808 | 784 | 464 | 317 | 151 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | glassy | glassy | cross-on | glassy | cross | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-on | on | glassy | cross-off | cross | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | glassy |
High Tide | 7:20PM3.79m | 7:39AM3.58m | 7:57PM3.63m | 8:18AM3.45m | 8:39PM3.41m | 9:03AM3.25m | 9:31PM3.13m | 10:00AM3.04m | 10:42PM2.87m | 11:22AM2.88m | 00:21AM2.76m | 1:02PM2.92m | 1:56AM2.87m | |||||||
Low Tide | 1:30AM0.19m | 1:44PM0.29m | 2:07AM0.36m | 2:25PM0.46m | 2:50AM0.59m | 3:15PM0.68m | 3:43AM0.86m | 4:19PM0.92m | 4:54AM1.09m | 5:46PM1.05m | 6:27AM1.17m | 7:23PM0.96m | ||||||||
— | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:39 | — | — | 7:39 | — | — | |
8:49 | — | — | 8:47 | — | — | 8:45 | — | — | 8:44 | — | — | 8:43 | — | — | 8:40 | — | — | 8:38 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 21 | 20 | 19 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 24 | 22 | 21 | 24 | 22 | 27 | 28 | 24 |
Feels °C | 20 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 28 | 29 | 26 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 7 | NW 8 | NW 7 | NW 8 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 12 | NNW 13 | NNW 12 | NNW 12 | NNW 11 | NW 10 |
721 | 475 | 341 | 296 | 176 | 68 | 53 | 31 | 19 | 29 | 26 | 35 | 64 | 64 | 224 | 808 | 784 | 464 | 317 | 151 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | NE 4 | NE 4 | — | — | NNW 10 | NNW 9 | NE 4 | NE 4 | N 4 | N 4 | NW 14 | — | NNE 4 | NNE 5 | NE 5 | NE 4 |
— | — | — | — | 4 | 3 | — | — | 9 | 8 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 211 | — | 10 | 7 | 6 | 1 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NW 9 | W 8 | — | NNW 14 | NNE 4 | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 12 | 1 | — | 19 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | NNE 4 | — | — | NE 3 | — | — | — | — | — | NE 3 | — | SE 3 | WNW 3 | WNW 5 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | 6 | — | 4 | 6 | 32 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 86 | 67 | 240 | 86 | 1 | 79 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 16 | 0 | 37 | 0 |
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Information about the Menakoz Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Menakoz provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Menakoz can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Menakoz 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 (Menakoz) 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 Menakoz 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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