
Surf Forecasts:
Oceanside Pier surf forecast from 7 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 6 Sep, 8PM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 13s period, S swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 7 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 14s period, SSW swell with 1,384 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 6 Sep, 8PM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 13s period with S swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Oceanside Pier this week:
The surf forecast for Oceanside Pier over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Sep 06) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.8m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 11s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Oceanside Pier in the next 16 days are 1.9m 14s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 07) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 3s period and expected on Sunday (Sep 06) at 11PM.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8PM (Sun 6th Sep) | 6ft (1.8m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 8PM (Sun 6th Sep) | 6ft (1.8m) 13s |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Mon 7th Sep) | 6ft (1.9m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Oceanside Pier over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s look at what’s coming up for Oceanside Pier.
We’ve got a decent pulse of south swell hitting right off the bat, and it’s all downhill from there for a long stretch. Sunday morning, September 6, is the standout. We’re looking at a solid 6 feet of swell from the south, with a 14-second period – that’s proper groundswell, good energy. The wind is coming from the NNW at 9 mph, so it’s cross-offshore, keeping things clean. The water is sitting at 73°F, which is much warmer than normal for this time of year, a solid 5° above average. The combined energy is strong at 1304, so there’s plenty of push. This is excellent surf for experienced surfers; the size is getting up there, so it’s not for beginners. The swell direction is from the south, while the optimum here is WSW, but it’s still working. Crowds are possible here, so keep your eyes peeled.
That Sunday afternoon sees the wind shift to a more direct offshore from the NNE at 16 mph, which is nice, but the swell drops a touch to 5 feet and the energy is still high at 1284. The tide might be a factor though, so it’s a bit more marginal.
After that, it’s a long, slow fade. Monday morning, September 7, the wind turns cross-on from the WNW, and the quality drops fast. The swell holds around 6 feet from the SSW, but the energy is still decent at 1109. By Monday afternoon, it’s cross-shore and choppy. For the rest of the week and into the next, we’re looking at a dry spell. From Tuesday, September 8, right through to the end of the forecast on September 21, it’s mostly poor to marginal surf. Swell sizes drop below 3 feet, periods get all over the place, and the wind is mostly cross-on or onshore. There’s a very long period (17-19 seconds) swell from the SW around the 10th and 14th of September, but with heights under 3 feet and onshore winds, it’s not going to produce anything rideable. The combined energy dips into the 200-500 range, which is weak. It’s a blank run that stretches for nearly two weeks.
So, the call is simple: get out there this Sunday morning, September 6, for the only real session on offer. The rest of the 16 days is a write-off for a paddle. If you’re into kite surfing, those cross-off and cross-shore winds on the bigger days might be of interest, but for a surfboard, it’s a long wait.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Sun morning. Warm (max 29°C on Tue morning, min 24°C on Sun morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Wed morning, min 21°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 6 | Monday 7 | Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | |||||||||||||||
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Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 14 | S 13 | S 12 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 13 | SSW 10 | SSW 10 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 |
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1225 | 737 | 694 | 1025 | 820 | 534 | 653 | 251 | 245 | 214 | 278 | 419 | 547 | 502 | 483 | 400 | 365 | 309 | 248 | 164 | 160 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | off | cross | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | on | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 6:01PM2.14m | 8:09AM1.64m | 7:00PM2.24m | 8:37AM1.76m | 7:51PM2.30m | 9:05AM1.88m | 8:37PM2.28m | 9:33AM1.98m | 9:21PM2.20m | 10:01AM2.05m | 10:04PM2.06m | 10:29AM2.09m | 10:46PM1.88m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 11:49AM1.23m | 1:27AM0.18m | 12:55PM1.08m | 2:07AM0.11m | 1:47PM0.90m | 2:43AM0.10m | 2:34PM0.74m | 3:16AM0.16m | 3:18PM0.61m | 3:46AM0.28m | 4:01PM0.53m | 4:14AM0.43m | 4:43PM0.49m | 4:40AM0.61m | |||||||
6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | |
— | 7:07 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:04 | — | — | 7:02 | — | — | 7:00 | — | — | 7:00 | — | |
mm | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 24 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 25 | 29 | 28 | 26 | 28 | 27 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 21 |
Feels °C | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 25 | 29 | 26 | 27 | 29 | 27 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 23 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 14 | S 13 | S 12 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 13 | SSW 10 | SSW 10 | SSW 9 | SW 16 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | W 7 | W 7 | W 6 | W 9 |
1225 | 737 | 694 | 1025 | 820 | 534 | 653 | 251 | 245 | 106 | 278 | 419 | 547 | 502 | 483 | 400 | 365 | 55 | 78 | 52 | 104 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 20 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SW 19 | SW 19 | WNW 4 | SW 18 | SSW 13 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 9 | SSW 12 | SW 10 | SW 8 | W 7 | W 8 | W 7 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 |
15 | 525 | 505 | 57 | 56 | 6 | 81 | 195 | 130 | 214 | 67 | 82 | 59 | 44 | 58 | 71 | 44 | 309 | 248 | 164 | 160 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 20 | WSW 11 | — | WSW 10 | W 11 | SW 18 | W 5 | SW 18 | W 5 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 8 | S 12 | W 6 | SW 8 | SW 7 | SW 7 | S 9 | S 9 | SW 18 | S 9 |
15 | 22 | — | 10 | 2 | 51 | 8 | 81 | 11 | 133 | 86 | 24 | 72 | 15 | 20 | 8 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 48 | 14 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 10 | NNE 3 | WNW 11 | W 10 | W 4 | — | W 5 | W 4 | — | — | W 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
49 | 9 | 45 | 17 | 6 | — | 13 | 11 | — | — | 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 3 | 40 | 40 | 60 | 40 | 59 | 59 | 0 | 60 | 107 | 60 | 103 | 109 | 38 | 103 | 38 | 38 | 103 | 183 | 0 |
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Information about the Oceanside Pier Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Oceanside Pier provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Oceanside Pier can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Oceanside 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 (Oceanside 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 Oceanside 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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