Surf Forecasts:
Ocean Beach surf forecast from 30 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 1 Sep, 12AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 13s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 1 Sep, 12AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 13s period, SSW swell with 4,001 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 31 Aug, 9AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 17s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Ocean Beach this week:
The surf forecast for Ocean Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 31) at 9AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 17s period with a secondary swell of 0.9m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Ocean Beach in the next 16 days are 3.5m 13s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 01) at 12AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 4s period and expected on Friday (Sep 04) at 3AM.
| Wave Type | Time (NZST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 9AM (Mon 31st Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 17s |
| Best Surf | 12AM (Tue 1st Sep) | 11ft (3.5m) 13s |
| Most Powerful | 12AM (Tue 1st Sep) | 11ft (3.5m) 13s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Ocean Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, this is Rusty checkin' in from the local stretch. Let's break down what's coming at us over the next couple of weeks.
The main story here is the first week, with a couple of really solid windows for experienced surfers, but then a long, flat, and messy patch that stretches for days. We've got a bit of a slow start, but once it gets going, there's some proper grunt in the water.
The water temp is sitting right where it should be for this time of year, nothing weird going on there.
First real action is Monday morning, 31 August at Ocean Beach. It's a beach and reef setup, fairly exposed. Swell is a clean 3 ft from the SSW with a very long 17-second period pushing a moderate 533 units of energy. Wind is offshore from the WNW at 16 mph, keeping it clean. The long period will make for some nice lines, but it might have a bit of a wait between sets.
Tuesday morning, 1 September, is a beast, but not for the faint-hearted. The swell has jacked to 12 ft from the SSW. That's a lot of water, and with a combined energy of 5312, it's a full-on power session. Wind is cross-off from the SW at 12 mph, so it will be clean, but this is strictly for the experienced crew. It's too big for anyone else.
The standout window, and the real highlight of the outlook, is Wednesday, 2 September. Wednesday morning is solid with 7 ft of S swell at 13 seconds, producing 2497 units of energy. The wind is a gentle offshore from the WNW at 9 mph. That's a recipe for excellent, well-shaped waves for experienced surfers. Wednesday afternoon is even better, with 8 ft S swell, a long 17-second period, and a massive 4666 energy reading. The wind is light and cross-off from the WNW at 6 mph. The waves will be powerful, clean, and have that long-period punch. If you're gunning for the best session, this is it.
Thursday, 3 September, eases off quickly. Morning is a clean 4 ft, but the energy drops to 560. Afternoon only has 3 ft on the dial. Both are clean, but it's a comedown from the previous day.
Then we hit the doldrums. From Friday, 4 September, all the way through to Tuesday morning, 8 September, the surf is either poor, tiny, or messy. That's a solid four-day stretch of nothing special. The energy numbers drop into the double digits and low hundreds, and the swell periods are short and choppy. There's a glimmer on Tuesday morning, 8 September, with 5 ft from the SSW and 718 energy, but it's a one-off clean window before it goes back to ordinary.
The second week is a mixed bag of mostly poor conditions. The swell direction swings around, but the energy is low and the wind is often cross or onshore. There's a spike on Saturday, 12 September, with 8 ft of S swell and 1108 energy, but it's a short period of 8 seconds and the wind is fresh cross-shore, which will make it a lumpy mess. That's more of a kitesurfing setup than a paddling one. The 13 September also has size (8 ft) but the wind is cross and onshore, making it marginal.
Overall, the clear winner is Wednesday, 2 September. Get on it, because the waiting game after that is long.
- Rusty
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Very mild (max 17°C on Mon morning, min 5°C on Mon night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the W on Mon afternoon, calm by Tue afternoon). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Thu afternoon, min 9°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | Thursday 3 | Friday 4 | Saturday 5 | ||||||||||||||
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 7 | SSW 17 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | S 12 | S 13 | S 13 | S 17 | SSW 14 | S 13 | S 12 | S 11 | N 5 | NNE 5 | SSW 16 | SSW 9 | SSW 8 | SSW 11 |
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97 | 376 | 1210 | 4001 | 3397 | 3186 | 2884 | 1734 | 3125 | 1470 | 556 | 280 | 151 | 65 | 40 | 24 | 61 | 55 | 50 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | on | off |
High Tide | 7:31AM1.39m | 7:53PM1.46m | 8:17AM1.43m | 8:39PM1.47m | 9:05AM1.46m | 9:27PM1.47m | 9:54AM1.49m | 10:18PM1.46m | 10:46AM1.51m | 11:11PM1.46m | 11:40AM1.53m | 00:06AM1.45m | |||||||
Low Tide | 1:28AM0.19m | 1:44PM0.18m | 2:13AM0.17m | 2:32PM0.17m | 2:58AM0.16m | 3:22PM0.16m | 3:46AM0.15m | 4:13PM0.16m | 4:35AM0.14m | 5:06PM0.16m | 5:27AM0.14m | 6:01PM0.15m | |||||||
— | 6:37 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | |
— | — | 5:46 | — | — | 5:47 | — | — | 5:49 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:51 | — | — | 5:52 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 14 | 17 | 16 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 10 | 16 | 17 | 12 | 19 | 20 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 13 | 15 | 14 | 11 |
Feels °C | 7 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 13 | 14 | 8 | 15 | 17 | 13 | 16 | 15 | 8 | 12 | 10 | 9 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 8 | SSW 8 | SSW 13 | S 13 | S 12 | S 12 | S 13 | S 13 | S 17 | SSW 14 | S 13 | S 12 | S 11 | S 11 | SSW 10 | NE 6 | SSW 9 | SSW 8 | NE 5 |
57 | 107 | 1210 | 2499 | 1897 | 3186 | 2884 | 1734 | 3125 | 1470 | 556 | 280 | 151 | 57 | 31 | 11 | 61 | 55 | 31 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 13 | SSW 17 | NE 9 | NE 8 | NE 11 | NE 10 | ENE 10 | S 18 | SSW 17 | NE 9 | NE 9 | NE 9 | NE 10 | SSE 9 | NE 10 | S 10 | SW 15 | NE 10 | S 8 |
67 | 376 | 37 | 11 | 18 | 16 | 9 | 749 | 1541 | 22 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 8 | 4 | 16 | 8 | 4 | 34 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 10 | NE 9 | SE 11 | — | — | — | — | NE 9 | — | — | SW 5 | ENE 9 | SW 5 | NE 10 | S 18 | SSW 16 | NE 10 | SW 15 | SSW 11 |
9 | 50 | 5 | — | — | — | — | 14 | — | — | 1 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 24 | 4 | 8 | 50 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 7 | NW 3 | W 4 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | — | — | NNE 10 | NE 9 | — | NNW 4 | N 4 | N 4 | N 5 | NNE 5 | W 3 | NNW 2 | NE 2 | — |
97 | 2 | 24 | 4001 | 3397 | — | — | 30 | 22 | — | 11 | 7 | 27 | 65 | 40 | 5 | 1 | 1 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 54 | 0 | 49 | 15 | 49 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 54 | 135 | 0 | 139 | 0 | 67 | 0 |
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Information about the Ocean Beach Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Ocean Beach 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 can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Ocean Beach 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) 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 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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