Pitstops Surf Break

Lat Long: 1.83° S 99.25° E

Pitstops Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 12 am 10 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, 1PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 21s 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, 1PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 21s 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 1PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 21s period with a secondary swell of 1.4m and 14s. 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 0.9m 5s period and expected on Friday (Aug 14) at 4PM.

Wave TypeTime (WIB) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 1PM (Mon 10th Aug)4ft (1.2m) 21s
Best Surf 1PM (Mon 10th Aug)4ft (1.2m) 21s
Most Powerful10AM (Tue 11th Aug)7ft (2.2m) 18s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s look at what’s on the menu for the next couple of weeks. It’s all about one spot – Pitstops – and it’s got a solid run of swell lined up for us.

We’ve got a consistent pulse of south swell rolling in, starting from Monday the 10th of August. The combined wave energy is strong, sitting between 1770 and 2357 (moderate to strong energy), with a solid 5ft to 5ft of swell. The period on Monday morning is a short 14 seconds, so it’ll be a bit lumpy, but by the afternoon that period jumps to 20 seconds – that’s a nice groundswell pushing in, giving the waves some real shape and power. It’s a reef break, so that long period will line up nicely. The wind is a light cross-off, so the surface will stay clean. This one is a beginner-friendly spot, but Monday is right on the edge of that 5ft mark, so it’s more for the confident crew.

Now, the real standout window kicks off on Tuesday the 11th of August. We’re looking at 7ft of south swell with a 18-second period. That’s expert territory – over 8ft is for experts, but 7ft with that kind of period is still a big, powerful wave. The combined energy hits 3580 (strong to very strong). The wind is a light cross-off from the southeast, keeping it clean. This is the best day of the whole run, without a doubt. The waves will have serious punch and the reef will handle that long-period energy perfectly. Crowds are often here, so expect company.

Wednesday the 12th drops a little to 6ft, but still a solid 16-second period and clean cross-off wind. Good follow-up day for experienced surfers.

The run stays solid through to the end of the week. Friday the 14th of August is another banger, with 7ft of south-southeast swell and a 16-second period. The wind goes glassy light in the afternoon, so expect some mirror-like faces. Combined energy is 2805 – strong stuff. Saturday the 15th holds at 5ft but with a risk of thunderstorms – the wind stays clean, though.

By Sunday the 16th of August, we get a special treat: glassy conditions in the morning with a 5ft south swell and a 16-second period. That’s about as clean as it gets. The energy is a bit lower at 1143 (moderate), but for a relaxed session on a smaller board, this is a gem.

After that, the swell tapers off into the second week. The 18th of August brings a nice 5ft south-southwest swell with a 19-second period – very long period, so the sets will be spaced out, but the waves will be well-shaped. The 19th and 20th see a return of 7ft and 6ft swells, but the wind stays cross-off and clean.

Through the 21st to the 25th of August, it’s a steady 4ft to 6ft of south swell, with good conditions but nothing that jumps out like that first week. The water temp is about average for this time of year, so a normal wetsuit is fine.

So, to sum it up: Tuesday the 11th of August is the absolute standout – big, powerful, clean south swell for experts. Sunday the 16th of August is the hidden gem for a glassy, smaller session. Don’t sleep on that Friday the 14th afternoon either, when the wind drops to nothing. Get out there.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Warm (max 28°C on Sun night, min 27°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 15mm), heaviest on Fri afternoon. Warm (max 28°C on Wed night, min 26°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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Wind (km/h)
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High Tide
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
8:28AM1.13m
8:58PM1.10m
Low Tide
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
2:30PM0.02m
2:49AM0.13m
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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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