Pitstops Surf Break

Lat Long: 1.83° S 99.25° E

Pitstops Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 6 pm 09 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Pitstops sea temperature is
29.6° C
0.6° 

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


Pitstops surf forecast from 9 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 10 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 14s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Tuesday 11 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 18s period, S swell with 3,081 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 10 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 14s period with S swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Pitstops this week:

The surf forecast for Pitstops over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 10) at 10AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.5m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.9m and 22s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Pitstops in the next 16 days are 2.2m 18s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 11) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.2m 6s period and expected on Friday (Aug 14) at 1PM.

Wave TypeTime (WIB) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10AM (Mon 10th Aug)5ft (1.5m) 14s
Best Surf10AM (Mon 10th Aug)5ft (1.5m) 14s
Most Powerful10AM (Tue 11th Aug)7ft (2.2m) 18s

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


The Lowdown

G’day, Rusty here. We’ve got a solid run of surf ahead at Pitstops, starting Sunday afternoon and rolling through to the end of the forecast window. The water’s sitting at 85°F right now, which is about average for this time of year, so nothing unusual there.

The pattern kicks off Sunday afternoon, 9th August, with a 6ft south swell rocking in at 16 seconds. That’s a long-period groundswell, meaning plenty of energy and shape, but it’ll be a bit straighter on a reef setup like this. Winds are cross-off from the SSE at 12 mph, keeping things clean. The combined energy’s moderate at 1629. Monday morning, 10th August, drops a touch to 5ft south swell with a 14-second period, but still cross-off winds at 9 mph give you clean conditions. Energy’s a bit stronger at 1770. Monday afternoon eases to 5ft south swell, period jumps to 20 seconds—very long—and winds go cross, so there’s a little chop. That’s a bit of a wind caveat for the afternoon.

Tuesday, 11th August, is the standout. Morning sees a 7ft south swell, 18-second period, cross-off winds at 9 mph, and energy hits 3580—that’s strong. Waves over 8ft are for experts only, and this is close, so only experienced crew should paddle out. It’s consistent and clean. Tuesday afternoon holds at 7ft, 17 seconds, still cross-off, energy at 2460. Wednesday, 12th, drops to 6ft and 5ft, both with cross-off winds, energy moderate around 1412 and 1284. Thursday, 13th, is beautiful—5ft SSE swell, 12-second period, but wind swings to light SE at 6 mph, cross-off, clean. Energy’s 1593. Thursday afternoon bumps to 5ft south swell, 19 seconds, energy 1886, light cross-off winds.

Friday, 14th August, is another standout. Morning gives 6ft south swell, 16 seconds, light SE winds at 6 mph, energy 1937. Afternoon pumps up to 7ft SSE, 16 seconds, energy 2336, still light cross-off. That’s a solid day for experienced surfers. Saturday, 15th, starts glassy at 5ft SSE, 14 seconds, with risk of thunderstorms and wind a mere 3 mph from the SSE. Energy’s 1562. Saturday afternoon goes cross at 5ft, energy drops to 1079, so less punchy.

Into the second week, Sunday, 16th, to Wednesday, 19th, sees a steady south swell between 3ft and 7ft, with periods from 14 to 18 seconds. Winds stay light to gentle cross-off, keeping things clean. Tuesday, 18th, hits 5ft SSW, 17 seconds, energy 1359, and Wednesday, 19th, brings 7ft south swell, 18 seconds, energy 2577—strong and clean. Thursday, 20th, holds 6ft SSW, 16 seconds, 1722 energy. Friday, 21st, has 6ft with moderate SE winds at 12 mph, still clean but windier. Saturday, 22nd, and Sunday, 23rd, taper off to 4ft, 14 seconds, with moderate winds, energy dropping to 501 by Sunday. Monday, 24th, picks up a little with 5ft south swell, 15 seconds, energy 1063, and gentle cross-off winds.

The best on offer is Tuesday, 11th August, with that 7ft south swell and strong energy, and Friday, 14th August, with 7ft SSE swell and clean conditions—both for experienced surfers only. Crowds are often at Pitstops, so expect company. Overall, a consistent run with no real gaps.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Warm (max 29°C on Sun afternoon, min 27°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 16mm), heaviest on Wed night. Warm (max 28°C on Wed afternoon, min 26°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

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Energy kJ
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High Tide
3:50AM1.10m
4:33PM0.63m
4:52AM1.19m
5:30PM0.73m
5:44AM1.25m
6:18PM0.85m
6:30AM1.29m
7:01PM0.95m
7:12AM1.28m
7:41PM1.03m
7:51AM1.22m
8:20PM1.08m
Low Tide
8:18PM0.23m
10:51AM0.20m
9:42PM0.20m
11:42AM0.12m
10:52PM0.14m
12:22PM0.05m
11:49PM0.09m
12:58PM0.01m
00:39AM0.06m
1:30PM-0.01m
1:25AM0.06m
2:01PM-0.00m
2:08AM0.08m
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Information about the Pitstops Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Pitstops provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Pitstops can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Pitstops 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 (Pitstops) 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 Pitstops 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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