Surf Forecasts:
Newcombs Hollow surf forecast from 26 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 27 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 8s period, ESE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 26 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 9s period, ESE swell with 119 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 27 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 8s period with ESE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Newcombs Hollow this week:
The surf forecast for Newcombs Hollow over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 27) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 8s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Newcombs Hollow in the next 16 days are 0.9m 9s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 26) 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 0.9m 4s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 30) at 8PM.
| Wave Type | Time (EDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8AM (Thu 27th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 8AM (Thu 27th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Wed 26th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Newcombs Hollow over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what Newcombs Hollow has in store for us over the next couple of weeks.
Right off the bat, it’s a tough stretch. The forecast is a real mixed bag, and for the first week and a half, you’ll be battling more than you’ll be riding. We’re looking at a long, dry gap with no decent surf on offer from Wednesday the 26th of August all the way through to the end of the first week of September. The swell is small, the wind is messy, and it’s just not worth paddling out for the scraps on offer. The best you’ll see in that first week is a tiny 1.0ft of weak, short-period slop, with the odd clean window but nothing with any punch. The water temp is sitting at 69°, which is about normal for this time of year, so that’s one small comfort.
That long wait finally looks like it might pay off around Friday the 4th of September. A big pulse of swell is forecast to roll in, with a solid 8ft of NE swell showing up. But – and it’s a big but – the wind is going to be a real problem. We’re looking at strong cross-onshore and onshore winds, turning the ocean into a choppy mess. The combined energy here is strong to very strong, hitting 650 and 670 (moderate to strong), but the quality is shot. Honestly, with that much wind and that kind of raw power, this setup looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing. It’s too big and blown out for anyone but the most experienced, and even then, it’s not going to be pretty.
The wind eases up a touch into the weekend of the 5th and 6th, but we’re still dealing with severe gale and near-gale force winds. The swell drops to a more manageable 5ft to 4ft, but the conditions will be so rough it’s a write-off. This is a stretch for the hardcore only.
The standout, if you can call it that, is a very brief window on Tuesday the 8th of September. The swell is tiny, only 2ft from the ENE, but the wind goes glassy. That’s right – glassy. The combined energy is weak (60), but for a spot that’s been getting hammered, a 2ft glassy wave is a rare treat. It’s surfable, but very ordinary. Don’t expect anything special, just a clean, small wave for a longboard or a fun log. The consistency is listed as "consistent" here, so you’ll get a few, but it’s a true micro-swell.
After that, we’re back to small, weak windswell for the rest of the outlook. The windows of clean, offshore wind on the 10th of September (Thursday) are a tease, but the swell is only 3ft of short-period SE junk. It’s clean, but it’s a total scratch-fest.
So, the bottom line: It’s a lean 16 days. The only real blip of interest is that tiny, glassy window on the 8th of September. If you’re desperate, that’s your spot. Otherwise, save your energy and wait for a better forecast.
Stay salty,
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Fri night. Warm (max 26°C on Fri afternoon, min 19°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 18mm), heaviest on Mon night. Warm (max 28°C on Sun afternoon, min 17°C on Tue morning). Winds increasing (light winds from the NW on Mon morning, strong winds from the NNE by Tue morning). | |||||||||||||||||||
Wed 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 10 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 9 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | NNE 5 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 6 | NNE 4 | NE 5 | ENE 5 |
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132 | 103 | 82 | 84 | 46 | 44 | 31 | 49 | 37 | 28 | 23 | 24 | 17 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 0 | 9 | 25 | 32 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-off | off | cross | on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | on |
High Tide | 11:19PM3.21m | 11:50AM2.95m | 11:58PM3.26m | 12:26PM3.06m | 00:38AM3.29m | 1:03PM3.17m | 1:18AM3.29m | 1:41PM3.26m | 1:59AM3.27m | 2:19PM3.34m | 2:43AM3.21m | 3:00PM3.39m | 3:28AM3.11m | |||||||
Low Tide | 5:21PM0.44m | 5:53AM0.17m | 6:03PM0.32m | 6:30AM0.09m | 6:43PM0.21m | 7:08AM0.04m | 7:24PM0.11m | 7:46AM0.02m | 8:06PM0.04m | 8:25AM0.03m | 8:50PM-0.00m | 9:06AM0.08m | 9:36PM0.00m | |||||||
— | — | 5:58 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | |
7:23 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:20 | — | — | 7:19 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:14 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | 14 | 3 | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 22 | 24 | 25 | 23 | 24 | 26 | 25 | 19 | 19 | 24 | 25 | 28 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 16 | 18 |
Feels °C | 20 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 17 | 18 | 20 | 21 | 23 | 18 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 18 | 10 | 15 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 10 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 9 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 7 | NE 5 | SE 7 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | NW 3 | SE 8 | SE 6 | SSE 6 | SSE 6 | ESE 12 |
132 | 103 | 82 | 84 | 46 | 44 | 31 | 49 | 29 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 17 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 14 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | S 6 | E 11 | E 8 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | E 9 | SE 7 | NE 4 | NE 4 | E 8 | E 8 | SE 8 | — | — | SE 8 | ESE 9 | SSE 6 |
— | 1 | 9 | 1 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 28 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 | — | — | 3 | 9 | 3 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 5 | — | — | — | E 7 | E 7 | E 10 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | ESE 9 | E 9 | — | E 8 | SW 4 | — | — | E 13 | E 13 | SE 9 |
1 | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 2 | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | 4 | 3 | 3 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SW 3 | SSW 2 | S 4 | S 4 | SSE 4 | S 4 | SW 3 | NNE 5 | — | — | W 3 | SSW 4 | WSW 4 | — | SSW 3 | SW 3 | NNE 4 | NE 5 | ENE 5 |
— | 2 | 1 | 13 | 16 | 11 | 10 | 2 | 37 | — | — | 1 | 14 | 10 | — | 3 | 5 | 9 | 25 | 32 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 924 | 3 | 60 | 1162 | 91 | 2 | 116 | 0 | 78 | 78 | 380 | 380 | 2758 | 119 | 209 | 189 | 1168 | 603 | 1168 | 119 |
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Information about the Newcombs Hollow Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Newcombs Hollow provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Newcombs Hollow can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Newcombs Hollow 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 (Newcombs Hollow) 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 Newcombs Hollow 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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