Ocean Beach Surf Break

Lat Long: 39.77° S 177.01° E

Ocean Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 11 pm 22 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Ocean Beach sea temperature is
12.0°C
1.4° 

Ocean Beach surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Ocean Beach surf forecast from 22 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 24 Aug, 3PM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 14s period, SSW swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 24 Aug, 6PM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 14s period, SSW swell with 1,400 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 23 Aug, 3PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 13s period with ESE 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 Sunday (Aug 23) at 3PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.4m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 5s. Another secondary swell of 0.5m and 10s is also forecast. 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 2.0m 14s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 24) at 6PM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 6s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 29) at 3AM.

Wave TypeTime (NZST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 3PM (Sun 23rd Aug)1.5ft (0.4m) 13s
Best Surf 3PM (Mon 24th Aug)6.5ft (2.0m) 14s
Most Powerful 6PM (Mon 24th Aug)6.5ft (2.0m) 14s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Ocean Beach over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, this is Rusty comin' at ya with a look at the surf for the next couple of weeks. We've only got one spot in the mix, so let's get straight into it.

Right now, there's not a lot going on. We've got a slow start here. The first couple of days are pretty lackluster, with small, weak swell and a fair bit of wind to deal with. It ain't gonna be worth paddling out for.

Things start to look a bit more promising on Monday the 24th. The morning is still nothing special, but by the afternoon, we start to see a pulse of proper swell fill in. Ocean Beach is seeing a clean 7ft swell from the SSW with a very long period of 14 seconds and a gentle offshore wind. This is groundswell with a ton of energy behind it (1413), and it's gonna be a blast for anyone who knows what they're doing. Keep in mind, this size is for experienced surfers only.

Tuesday the 25th keeps the fun going with a clean 4ft SSW swell in the morning, dropping off a bit through the afternoon but still offering some fun, clean waves. The wind stays favourable with a light offshore breeze.

Thursday the 27th is shaping up to be a true standout. The morning kicks off with a clean 4ft SSW groundswell, a period of 16 seconds, and light winds. The energy is really pumping at 805, and it's got "very good" written all over it. Then, Thursday afternoon might be the pick of the entire run. We get that same solid 4ft SSW swell, but the period stretches out to a very long 17 seconds (energy of 932), and the wind goes completely glassy. That's about as good as it gets for a clean, powerful session. It's going to be a bit more lined up and powerful, so paddle out ready.

After a bit of a messy Friday and Saturday morning, the action picks back up on Saturday the 29th afternoon. We get a clean 6ft S swell with a solid 11-second period and light offshore winds. That's a fun, clean wave on offer.

Then, to close out the month, Monday the 31st afternoon brings another strong pulse. A 6ft SSW swell with an 11-second period and a gentle offshore wind will have the lines looking clean and inviting. The energy is solid at 759.

Looking into the first week of September, we have a couple of absolute bombs. Tuesday the 1st of September is looking huge. The morning has a clean 7ft SSW groundswell with an 18-second period and the energy is immense at 2407. The afternoon gets even bigger with an 8ft SSW swell from the same direction and a period of 15 seconds, and the energy reading is a massive 2837. This is expert-only territory, but for those who are up for it, it's going to be some of the most powerful, cleanest surf we've seen in a while. The wind stays offshore, so the faces will be clean.

The following Monday the 7th of September is another one to circle. Another solid 6ft SSW groundswell with a 14-second period and a gentle offshore wind. The energy is a hefty 1724, making for some very powerful and well-shaped waves.

A note on the water temp here at Ocean Beach: it's running about average for the time of year, so don't expect any surprises.

There are a few days in between those highlights that are either too windy or the swell is too messy to get excited about. Overall, the real standouts are the glassy Thursday afternoon on the 27th of August and the big, clean groundswell on Tuesday the 1st of September. Get after it.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Sun morning, min 10°C on Sat night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the NNW on Sun morning, light winds from the WNW by Tue morning).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 19°C on Thu afternoon, min 10°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Sunday
23
Monday
24
Tuesday
25
Wednesday
26
Thursday
27
Friday
28
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1
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3
3
2
0
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Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
0.9
S
11
0.7
S
10
0.4
ESE
13
0.3
ESE
13
0.9
SSW
7
2
SSW
14
1.6
SSW
14
1.1
SSW
12
1
S
12
0.9
SSW
11
0.4
SSW
18
0.5
SSW
14
0.8
SSW
16
1.2
SSW
16
1.2
SSW
17
1.4
SSW
17
1.2
SSW
15
1.1
S
13
1
S
12
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
185
98
57
33
76
1379
939
373
274
206
104
116
350
787
888
1189
675
440
300
Wind (km/h)
15
NW
30
NNW
20
W
20
W
10
NW
15
WNW
10
NW
10
WNW
20
W
15
WNW
10
NNW
10
NE
10
WNW
10
NW
5
NNE
15
NW
20
NNW
25
N
20
N
Wind State
cross-off
cross-off
off
off
cross-off
off
cross-off
off
off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-on
off
cross-off
glassy
cross-off
cross-off
cross
cross
High Tide
1:18AM1.28m
1:44PM1.34m
2:05AM1.26m
2:32PM1.34m
2:52AM1.26m
3:20PM1.35m
3:40AM1.26m
4:07PM1.37m
4:27AM1.27m
4:53PM1.39m
5:13AM1.30m
5:38PM1.41m
Low Tide
7:28AM0.32m
8:00PM0.35m
8:14AM0.33m
8:48PM0.35m
9:01AM0.32m
9:36PM0.34m
9:48AM0.30m
10:24PM0.32m
10:35AM0.28m
11:11PM0.29m
11:23AM0.25m
11:58PM0.25m
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6:48
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6:46
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6:43
6:41
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5:39
5:40
5:42
5:43
5:44
5:44
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Temp °C
14
18
17
11
14
16
12
16
17
11
15
16
13
18
19
15
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17
14
Feels °C
8
12
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7
10
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12
8
13
13
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17
12
10
12
10
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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.

Ocean Beach is 20 km (12 miles) from the city of Hastings. If you plan a holiday in Hawkes Bay, look for hotels and other accommodation in Hastings. Hastings has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

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