Surf Forecasts:
Ninja's surf forecast from 28 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 30 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 19s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 31 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 17s period, SSW swell with 2,729 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 30 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 19s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Ninja's this week:
The surf forecast for Ninja's over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 30) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.5m and 19s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Ninja's in the next 16 days are 2.2m 17s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 31) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.4m 6s period and expected on Monday (Aug 31) at 8AM.
| Wave Type | Time (+05) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2AM (Sun 30th Aug) | 5ft (1.5m) 19s |
| Best Surf | 2AM (Sun 30th Aug) | 5ft (1.5m) 19s |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Mon 31st Aug) | 7ft (2.2m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Ninja's over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s get this out. Rusty here.
First off, it’s been a bit quiet at Ninja's, but the waiting is about to pay off. The water is sitting at 85°, which is normal for this time of year, so no surprises there.
The real story starts Saturday afternoon, August 29. We’ve got a 4ft SSW swell rolling in, a period of 19 seconds – that’s proper groundswell energy, and the combined energy is a solid 1388 (moderate). The wind is cross-offshore, keeping things clean. That’s a nice warm-up.
Then Sunday, August 30, is where it gets good. The morning brings a 6ft SSW swell, still with that 19-second period, and the energy jumps to 2378 (strong). Light offshore winds, clean conditions. This is a standout session for experienced surfers, but it’s over 5ft, so beginners will want to sit this one out. Crowds are likely at Ninja's, but the quality will be worth it.
Monday, August 31, keeps the size up – 7ft in the morning from the SSW, period dropping to 16 seconds, but still packing a punch with 2544 energy. Winds are light and cross-off. This is expert territory. If you’re not comfortable with double overhead, paddle out early or wait for the next window.
Tuesday, September 1, and Wednesday, September 2, are both excellent. Tuesday morning drops to a more manageable 4ft but from a clean SW direction, with light winds. Wednesday is the real gem: 5ft and 6ft periods, light breeze, squeaky clean, energy in the 1100-1344 range. That Wednesday afternoon session is one of the best on offer.
After that, the swell backs off a bit. The first week of September sees a run of 4ft to 5ft SSE swells, with shorter periods of 10-11 seconds. Winds stay light and cross-off, so it’s still fun, clean surf, but nothing that’ll blow your mind. The energy drops into the 300-500 range (weak to moderate).
Then, a gap. From about September 7 onward, the swell is smaller and periods are short, but it’s still clean. Not a recommendation, just a lull.
Now, the real standout for the whole outlook is September 10 and 11. Thursday, September 10, we’ve got a 5ft S swell with a 20-second period – that’s a very long period groundswell. Energy hits 2132 (strong). Friday, September 11, morning is the best of the bunch: 7ft SSW swell, 17-second period, 2996 energy (strong to very strong), and light offshore winds. Ninja's is a reef break, so that long-period swell will hold up perfectly. This is a must-surf for experienced crew. Crowds are likely, but you’ll forget about them once you’re in the water.
Saturday, September 12, still has a solid 7ft SSW swell and 16-second period, with 2146 energy. Clean, but the wind picks up a bit. Still a great session.
Overall, the best windows are Sunday, August 30, Wednesday, September 2, and Friday, September 11. If you can only pick one, September 11 morning is the king.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 26mm), heaviest during Sun night. Warm (max 28°C on Fri morning, min 27°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Mon morning. Warm (max 28°C on Mon afternoon, min 27°C on Mon morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | Thursday 3 | |||||||||||||||
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) | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 20 | SSW 19 | SSW 19 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | S 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
446 | 342 | 246 | 416 | 1157 | 1564 | 2252 | 1721 | 1615 | 2477 | 1286 | 1044 | 729 | 657 | 623 | 774 | 1344 | 485 | 459 | 476 | 476 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 1:31PM0.94m | 1:42AM0.82m | 1:51PM0.95m | 2:12AM0.87m | 2:12PM0.93m | 2:42AM0.90m | 2:32PM0.90m | 3:14AM0.90m | 2:52PM0.85m | 3:49AM0.87m | 3:11PM0.80m | 4:29AM0.81m | 3:27PM0.74m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 7:43PM0.17m | 7:34AM0.15m | 8:03PM0.12m | 8:04AM0.17m | 8:25PM0.08m | 8:33AM0.20m | 8:48PM0.05m | 9:03AM0.25m | 9:14PM0.03m | 9:33AM0.32m | 9:42PM0.04m | 10:04AM0.39m | 10:13PM0.08m | ||||||||
6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | |
— | 6:13 | — | — | 6:12 | — | — | 6:12 | — | — | 6:12 | — | — | 6:10 | — | — | 6:10 | — | — | 6:09 | — | |
mm | 2 | 1 | 3 | — | 1 | 7 | 1 | — | 11 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 |
Feels °C | 31 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 30 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 31 | 30 | 31 | 30 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 32 | 31 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 19 | SSW 19 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | S 11 | S 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 |
446 | 342 | 246 | 189 | 1157 | 1564 | 2252 | 1721 | 1615 | 2477 | 1286 | 1044 | 729 | 657 | 623 | 774 | 1344 | 485 | 459 | 476 | 476 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | SSE 8 | SSW 20 | SSW 12 | WNW 7 | SSE 9 | S 18 | S 18 | NW 6 | S 17 | S 16 | S 16 | NW 10 | S 16 | S 10 | WNW 7 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 |
78 | 85 | 65 | 416 | 169 | 47 | 126 | 792 | 1204 | 69 | 1072 | 623 | 387 | 134 | 301 | 130 | 21 | 418 | 175 | 269 | 129 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SSW 20 | WNW 8 | SSE 8 | SSW 12 | WNW 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 8 | NW 8 | NW 10 | S 16 | S 10 | S 14 | NW 10 | WNW 9 | SE 9 | NW 8 | NW 8 |
99 | 70 | 132 | 67 | 62 | 129 | 43 | 116 | 90 | 67 | 61 | 95 | 134 | 321 | 116 | 199 | 33 | 52 | 47 | 31 | 28 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | WNW 8 | — | WNW 8 | — | — | — | NNW 6 | — | NW 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | 92 | — | 71 | — | — | — | 39 | — | 100 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 259 | 259 | 259 | 259 | 259 | 0 | 0 | 259 | 5 | 14 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 259 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
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Information about the Ninja's Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Ninja's provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Ninja's can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Ninja's 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 (Ninja's) 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 Ninja's 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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