
Surf Forecasts:
Point Roadnight surf forecast from 11 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 12 Aug, 1PM (local time) - 8ft (2.4m), 16s period, SW swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 12 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 17s period, SW swell with 6,705 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 12 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 16s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Point Roadnight this week:
The surf forecast for Point Roadnight over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 10AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.6m and 16s period. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Point Roadnight in the next 16 days are 3.5m 17s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 10PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 3s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 10AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10AM (Wed 12th Aug) | 5ft (1.6m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 1PM (Wed 12th Aug) | 8ft (2.4m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 10PM (Wed 12th Aug) | 11ft (3.5m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Point Roadnight over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, Rusty here. Let’s cut through the noise and look at what’s actually on the cards for Point Roadnight over the next couple of weeks.
The first real window of surf kicks off Wednesday morning, August 12. There’s a solid SW groundswell running at about 5.2ft with a long 16-second period. The combined energy is sitting at 1225, which is moderate but building. Water temp is 56.5°F, which is 0.9°F above the long-term average—pretty much normal for this time of year. The wind is a moderate offshore from the WSW, and the report says “expect very good surf conditions.” It’s a point break, but it’s inconsistent, so you’ll want to be patient between sets. And keep in mind, it rarely breaks, so when it’s on, it’s worth the wait. Crowds are only a “sometimes” thing here, so you might get some space. This morning is a genuine standout for the week. Surf size is 5.2ft, pushing up from the SW.
That afternoon, the wind swings WNW to a cross-off at 12 mph, and the swell bumps to 5.6ft with 1501 energy. Still clean, but the tide might be a bit iffy. Not the same magic as the morning.
Thursday, August 13, sees the swell jump to 7.2ft from the SW with a 16-second period. The energy is strong at 2444 in the morning and 2426 in the afternoon. Wind is cross-off from the W, 12 mph in the morning, easing to 9 mph later. It’s clean, but the call is “marginal” both times. At 7.2ft, this is getting into the territory where it’s more suited to experienced surfers. Beginners should probably give it a miss. Not a top pick, but there will be waves.
Friday, August 14, is the other real standout. Morning brings 6.9ft of SW swell, 16-second period, energy at 2148, and a gentle offshore from the W at 9 mph. The report says “excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers.” This is the best of the first week. The offshore wind will keep it glassy and clean. It’s a point, so that long-period groundswell should wrap nicely. At 6.9ft, it’s still on the bigger side, so heads up for the more experienced crew. The afternoon drops a touch to 6.2ft, but the wind goes cross-off from the SW, and it’s back to “marginal.” Stick to the morning.
Saturday, August 15, the swell backs off to 5.6ft in the morning, but the wind is light and cross from the SE at 3 mph, and it looks a bit messy. The afternoon improves—wind goes cross-off from the S at 9 mph, swell 5.2ft, and the report says “expect very good surf conditions.” Energy drops to 1103, so it’s losing a bit of punch, but it’s still rideable.
Sunday, August 16, is a step down. Swell drops to 4.3ft, and the wind is onshore from the E in the morning. It’s pretty average, and by the afternoon it’s down to 3.9ft with a light cross-shore. Not worth getting excited about.
Monday, August 17, through Wednesday, August 19, is a flat spell. Swell drops to under 3ft, with poor winds and choppy conditions. The energy readings are in the low hundreds, which is weak. This is a stretch where you’re better off doing something else. There’s a gap of about three days here with nothing worth paddling out for.
Thursday, August 20, to Saturday, August 22, things stay small. We’re talking 1.6ft to 2.6ft. There’s a slight bump on the Saturday afternoon with 2.6ft from the WSW and a 17-second period, energy at 744, but it’s still marginal. Not really surfable for any fun.
Now, looking further out—and this is a long-range call, so take it with a pinch of salt—Sunday, August 23, is a write-off. Strong winds, mostly small swell. But Monday, August 24, is the one that catches the eye. There’s a new pulse of swell coming in. The morning is 6.2ft from the WSW with a 10-second period, but the wind is cross-onshore from the ESE, so it’s going to be messy. The afternoon, though, sees the swell jump to 8.2ft from the WSW with an 11-second period and energy at 2268. That’s a big, strong swell, but the wind is still cross-onshore. This is only for experts, and honestly, the conditions look like they’ll be more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing. It’s a beach and reef setup, and with that much swell and poor wind, it’s going to be wild.
After that, Tuesday, August 25, keeps some size—6.2ft to 6.9ft—but the wind is on
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Wed morning. Very mild (max 14°C on Thu morning, min 9°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 13°C on Sat morning, min 10°C on Sun morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | Sunday 16 | Monday 17 | Tuesday 18 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SSW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
1225 | 1456 | 2270 | 2444 | 2383 | 2594 | 2066 | 1753 | 1931 | 1306 | 1103 | 857 | 691 | 589 | 434 | 477 | 567 | 485 | 238 | 310 | 196 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 10:49AM1.69m | 9:54PM1.48m | 11:52AM1.77m | 11:24PM1.55m | 12:42PM1.84m | 00:37AM1.67m | 1:25PM1.90m | 1:36AM1.77m | 2:04PM1.93m | 2:28AM1.85m | 2:39PM1.93m | 3:14AM1.88m | 3:13PM1.90m | 3:56AM1.86m | |||||||
Low Tide | 4:43PM0.98m | 4:47AM0.25m | 5:55PM0.82m | 5:56AM0.25m | 6:50PM0.62m | 6:55AM0.25m | 7:37PM0.44m | 7:46AM0.28m | 8:19PM0.28m | 8:31AM0.34m | 8:58PM0.18m | 9:12AM0.42m | 9:34PM0.14m | ||||||||
7:13 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | 7:09 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | |
— | 5:43 | — | — | 5:44 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:46 | — | — | 5:46 | — | — | 5:47 | — | |
mm | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 13 | 12 | 10 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 16 | 17 | 13 |
Feels °C | 7 | 7 | 6 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 10 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SSW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 |
1225 | 1456 | 2270 | 2444 | 2383 | 2594 | 2066 | 1753 | 1931 | 1306 | 1103 | 857 | 691 | 589 | 434 | 477 | 567 | 485 | 192 | 310 | 196 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | S 16 | — | — | S 16 | S 15 | SSW 16 | S 16 | S 15 | — | — | S 14 | — | — | ESE 4 | S 24 | S 17 | SE 6 | SW 17 | SE 6 | ESE 5 |
— | 45 | — | — | 43 | 224 | 82 | 122 | 74 | — | — | 35 | — | — | 2 | 11 | 6 | 46 | 238 | 8 | 5 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 16 | — | — | ESE 5 | ESE 5 | S 16 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | — | — | 16 | 3 | 5 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 3 | — | — | — | — | ESE 4 | SE 5 | ESE 6 | — | NE 3 | NNE 2 |
5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | 8 | 11 | 83 | — | 3 | 1 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 43 | 9 | 43 | 40 | 30 | 43 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 1 |
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Information about the Point Roadnight Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Point Roadnight provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Point Roadnight can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Point Roadnight 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 (Point Roadnight) 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 Point Roadnight 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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