
Surf Forecasts:
Ocean Beach Pier surf forecast from 10 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 11 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 13s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 15 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 17s period, SW swell with 742 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 11 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 13s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Ocean Beach Pier this week:
The surf forecast for Ocean Beach Pier over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 11) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 19s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Ocean Beach Pier in the next 16 days are 1.1m 17s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 15) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Tue 11th Aug) | 2ft (0.6m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Tue 11th Aug) | 2ft (0.6m) 13s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Sat 15th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Ocean Beach Pier over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, folks, Rusty here. Let’s be real with you. I’ve stared at the charts for the next couple of weeks, and it’s a pretty grim picture for the lineup at Ocean Beach Pier. What we’ve got is a lot of small, weak, and junky surf. It’s not going to be a total flat spell, but it’s going to be a grind to find anything worth paddling out for. We’re looking at a long stretch of poor conditions, with only a couple of brief windows that even look worth a second glance.
The first week is a write-off, plain and simple. From Monday the 10th through the following weekend, the swell is tiny, mostly under 2.5ft, and the periods are all over the place. It’s just a mess of wind swell and short-period energy. The wind is mostly onshore or cross-onshore, which will chop up whatever little bumps there are. The water is running at a notable 7.6°F above normal, which is a big deal for this time of year, but it doesn't help the surf. We're looking at clean, tiny, and weak surf. You'd be better off just going for a swim.
We do see a little pulse of energy trying to show up around Saturday the 15th, with the swell nudging up to 3.6ft. The energy readings start to climb, hitting a moderate 617 and then 706. But, the wind is going to shred it. A moderate northwesterly breeze in the afternoon is going to turn the Ocean Beach Pier lineup into a choppy mess. Not worth your time.
The following week starts to look a little more interesting, but it's still far from perfect. The energy from the west-southwest is still pretty weak, but on Monday the 17th and Tuesday the 18th, we see a bit more consistency, with energy readings in the 300s and 400s. The swell is still small, hovering around 2ft, but the periods are a bit longer. It's a step in the right direction but still not the kind of surf that gets you out of bed early.
Now, for the one true standout in this whole soggy period: it looks like the weekend of the 22nd and 23rd is our best shot. The swell is expected to build to a peak of 3.9ft on Saturday the 22nd, with a westerly direction. The energy readings are still in that moderate range, around 361. The period, however, is a short 8 seconds, so this isn't a clean, grinding groundswell. It’s going to be short-interval wind-swell, which tends to wall up and close out at beach breaks. Still, with the winds forecast to be lighter, it should be more surfable than anything else we've seen. The potential is there for some fun, if not world-class, waves. A 3.9ft swell with a short period is doable for intermediates, but it could be a bit much for beginners. But, given the general gloom, this is the pick of the litter. We also see a second pulse on Sunday the 23rd as the westerly swell hangs around, but the afternoon period drops again to 18 seconds, which is a long wait between sets.
That's about it. The rest of the run into the following week is more of the same: small, weak, and unappealing. The long-range stuff for the 24th and 25th is the same story, small swells with weak energy.
So, there you have it. It's a tough stretch. The forecast is a picture of small, weak surf and shifting winds. The best bet is to get a pass for next weekend, but don't set your expectations too high. Forecasts can change, so keep an eye on it, but as it stands, it's a waiting game.
Stay salty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Tue morning, min 21°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Sat morning, min 19°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | Sunday 16 | |||||||||||||||
AM | 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) | SW 13 | SW 20 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 |
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183 | 134 | 173 | 164 | 197 | 249 | 179 | 310 | 251 | 245 | 239 | 273 | 263 | 255 | 742 | 432 | 635 | 619 | 565 | 398 | 350 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 9:07AM1.25m | 8:09PM2.09m | 9:41AM1.35m | 8:57PM2.14m | 10:15AM1.44m | 9:42PM2.10m | 10:48AM1.52m | 10:26PM1.98m | 11:22AM1.58m | 11:08PM1.80m | 11:57AM1.60m | 11:51PM1.57m | 12:31PM1.60m | 00:38AM1.33m | |||||||
Low Tide | 1:54PM0.64m | 3:22AM-0.36m | 2:45PM0.52m | 3:59AM-0.36m | 3:32PM0.41m | 4:34AM-0.30m | 4:19PM0.35m | 5:07AM-0.18m | 5:05PM0.33m | 5:38AM-0.01m | 5:53PM0.34m | 6:06AM0.18m | 6:45PM0.38m | ||||||||
6:07 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | |
— | 7:38 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:36 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:34 | — | — | 7:32 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 21 |
Feels °C | 25 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 21 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SSW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 |
183 | 118 | 173 | 164 | 197 | 249 | 179 | 310 | 251 | 245 | 239 | 273 | 206 | 206 | 742 | 432 | 635 | 619 | 565 | 398 | 350 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 20 | SW 20 | SW 19 | SW 18 | WSW 14 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SW 13 | SSW 11 | SSW 11 | SSW 11 | SW 20 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 9 | SW 13 | SSW 11 | S 10 | S 10 | S 10 | W 5 |
63 | 134 | 133 | 118 | 120 | 48 | 46 | 44 | 43 | 40 | 38 | 134 | 263 | 255 | 26 | 140 | 46 | 19 | 8 | 8 | 29 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 12 | SW 16 | WNW 10 | W 12 | SSW 12 | SW 13 | SW 13 | S 12 | SSW 11 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SSW 10 | SSW 9 | SSW 9 | S 12 | SSW 8 | WNW 4 | WNW 13 | SW 7 | W 11 | SW 11 |
11 | 40 | 20 | 3 | 57 | 45 | 44 | 12 | 11 | 38 | 23 | 31 | 29 | 29 | 11 | 27 | 4 | 17 | 2 | 2 | 55 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 4 | W 4 | — | W 8 | WNW 12 | — | — | WNW 10 | W 9 | — | W 8 | — | — | WNW 7 | W 3 | WNW 7 | WNW 7 | W 4 | W 5 | W 5 | — |
3 | 3 | — | 5 | 48 | — | — | 19 | 6 | — | 12 | — | — | 18 | 2 | 18 | 21 | 11 | 12 | 13 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
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Information about the Ocean Beach Pier Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Ocean Beach Pier provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Ocean Beach Pier can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Ocean Beach Pier 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 (Ocean Beach Pier) 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 Ocean Beach Pier 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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