
Surf Forecasts:
Ocean Beach Pier surf forecast from 7 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 10 Sep, 5AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 17s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 7 Sep, 11AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 12s period, SSW swell with 885 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 10 Sep, 5AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 17s 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 Thursday (Sep 10) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 17s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 5s. 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 1.7m 12s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 07) at 11AM. 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 (Thu 10th Sep) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 17s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Thu 10th Sep) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 17s |
| Most Powerful | 11AM (Mon 7th Sep) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 12s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Ocean Beach Pier over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get into it.
Right off the bat, we’re looking at a pretty grim stretch for Ocean Beach Pier. The first few days are a write-off, with a moderate cross-onshore wind from the NW making a mess of things. The swell is there, but it’s ugly. We’ve got a 6ft SSW swell hitting on Monday the 7th, but with a 12 mph cross-on wind, it’s just choppy and poor. The combined swell energy is moderate (943). The water is a touch warmer than normal at 72°, which is about 4° above average for this time of year – noticeable but not crazy.
It’s not until Wednesday the 9th that we see a glimmer. The wind swings onshore, but it’s light from the WNW at 6-9 mph. The swell drops to 2ft from the SW, but the period stretches out to 16 seconds – that’s a proper groundswell. The energy is still weak (378), but the conditions are marginal. If you’re desperate, the afternoon might offer a couple of clean, slow rollers, but it’s a long paddle for not much.
Thursday the 10th is much the same, with a 3ft SW swell and a very long 16-second period. The wind is light from the SW, so it’s cross-on but manageable. The energy is weak (509). It’s a tricky call – the long period means the waves will have shape, but at a beach break like OB Pier, it might just close out straight. It’s a marginal session at best.
The entire second week is a battle of weak, small swells and persistent cross-onshore winds. From Friday the 11th right through to the 22nd, we’re looking at 2ft to 4ft swell, mostly from the SW or W. The period is often long (15-19 seconds), which is tantalizing, but the wind is always a problem. The combined energy stays in the weak to moderate range (252 to 639). There is no standout. The highest energy we see is on Friday the 18th with a 2ft SW swell and a 19-second period, hitting 639 energy, but it’s under a gentle cross-onshore wind, so it’s still choppy and marginal.
Honestly, for the entire 16-day window, there isn’t a single day I’d call good. The best you can hope for is a grovelly 2ft to 3ft wave with a light cross-on wind, and that’s being generous. The long period swells are a tease, but without clean offshore wind, they’re just messy lines. For the experienced surfer, you might find a close-out barrel on the bigger days, but for the average joe, it’s a frustrating wait. The setup is more interesting for a kite surfer than a paddle surfer given the persistent cross-shore wind and choppy conditions.
Keep an eye on the forecast, but I wouldn’t be holding my breath. This is a long, quiet spell.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Wed morning. Warm (max 26°C on Mon morning, min 22°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Thu morning, min 19°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 7 | Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | Sunday 13 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 10 | SSW 10 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | W 8 | W 8 |
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885 | 797 | 573 | 212 | 204 | 167 | 214 | 267 | 342 | 437 | 416 | 406 | 395 | 365 | 255 | 248 | 164 | 155 | 113 | 124 | 127 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | glassy |
High Tide | 8:11AM1.30m | 7:14PM1.91m | 8:39AM1.43m | 8:03PM1.97m | 9:07AM1.54m | 8:48PM1.97m | 9:37AM1.65m | 9:30PM1.90m | 10:06AM1.72m | 10:10PM1.76m | 10:35AM1.76m | 10:51PM1.59m | 11:04AM1.75m | 11:33PM1.40m | |||||||
Low Tide | 1:09PM0.69m | 2:19AM-0.20m | 1:58PM0.51m | 2:54AM-0.20m | 2:43PM0.36m | 3:26AM-0.16m | 3:25PM0.24m | 3:55AM-0.05m | 4:07PM0.17m | 4:23AM0.08m | 4:48PM0.15m | 4:48AM0.25m | 5:30PM0.16m | ||||||||
6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | |
— | 7:06 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:02 | — | — | 7:01 | — | — | 7:00 | — | — | 6:59 | — | — | 6:58 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 26 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
Feels °C | 26 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 19 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 22 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 10 | SSW 10 | SSW 9 | SW 9 | SW 16 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | W 7 | W 7 | W 7 | W 7 | W 8 | W 8 |
885 | 797 | 573 | 212 | 204 | 148 | 81 | 267 | 342 | 437 | 416 | 406 | 395 | 365 | 255 | 56 | 74 | 74 | 112 | 124 | 120 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 20 | NW 6 | SW 18 | SW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SW 16 | SW 8 | W 5 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | WNW 7 | W 7 | W 6 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 |
37 | 2 | 50 | 180 | 118 | 116 | 214 | 54 | 19 | 16 | 17 | 40 | 48 | 61 | 50 | 248 | 164 | 155 | 113 | 109 | 109 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 11 | SW 9 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SW 8 | SW 7 | SSW 10 | S 9 | S 9 | S 9 | S 9 | S 8 | WSW 19 | SW 16 | SW 19 |
2 | 3 | 50 | 112 | 111 | 167 | 83 | 85 | 56 | 56 | 20 | 14 | 19 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 37 | 67 | 127 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 5 | WNW 4 | WNW 4 | WNW 4 | WNW 4 | WNW 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 7 | SW 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
19 | 10 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 11 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 16 | 14 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 9 | 9 | 6 | 9 | 6 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 134 | 12 | 12 | 57 | 12 | 12 | 134 | 9 | 12 | 12 | 219 | 0 |
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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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