
Surf Forecasts:
Pors Ar Ville surf forecast from 7 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Friday 14 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 10s period, WNW swell with 173 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Pors Ar Ville this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Pors Ar Ville in the next 16 days are 0.9m 10s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 14) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 6s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 11) at 8PM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Fri 14th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Pors Ar Ville over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for the next couple of weeks.
To be straight with you, the next two weeks are a bit of a write-off for Pors Ar Ville. We’re looking at a long, dry spell with no real surf to get excited about. The first recommendation doesn't come until the 17th of August, and even then, it’s a grim picture. There’s a solid week of nothing worthwhile before that.
The first few days are flat. Real flat. We’re talking tiny 0.7 ft to 2 ft slop with short periods, onshore breezes, and just poor conditions all round. Saturday the 8th through to the 16th of August is a total washout. The wind is mostly cross or cross-onshore, the swell is tiny, and the energy is weak. Even the afternoons are a mess. The only time we see a glimmer of life is on the 13th of August, Thursday afternoon, when the swell picks up a bit to 3 ft from the WNW with an 11-second period, and the combined energy hits 161 (moderate wave energy). But the wind is cross-shore, and the wave comment still says “poor surf conditions.” It’s just not enough.
The real action, if you can call it that, doesn’t start until the 17th of August, Monday morning. The swell bumps up to 4 ft from the WNW with a 10-second period and a combined energy of 281 (moderate wave energy). That’s a bit more like it, but the wind is onshore from the NE, killing any chance of clean waves. The wave comment still reads “poor surf conditions.” This pattern of onshore wind and choppy surf continues right through to the 22nd of August.
Then, on the 23rd of August, Sunday morning, something changes. We get a 2 ft swell from the west, a 9-second period, and for the first time in weeks, the wind is offshore from the SW (12 mph). The wave comment finally says “moderate offshore and clean.” The combined energy is only 84 (weak wave energy), but the wind is clean. The swell is small, so it’s not a standout, but it’s the only window of clean surf in the entire forecast.
For a spot that’s exposed to WNW swell, it’s a frustrating run. The break is a beach and reef setup, usually consistent, but this time it’s just not cooperating. The water temp is about average for the time of year, so no surprises there.
The one standout, if you’re desperate, is the 23rd of August. It’s the only day with offshore wind and clean conditions. The swell is small—only 2 ft—so it’s not going to be pumping, but it’ll be the pick of a very poor bunch. For advanced surfers, this might be a last resort. Beginners won’t have anything to worry about, as the swell never gets big enough to be dangerous.
Hang in there, folks. This blank run is a bit of a shock for a spot that’s usually more reliable, but forecasts can change. Keep an eye on it.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Sat afternoon, min 15°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 31°C on Wed afternoon, min 18°C on Mon night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the ENE on Tue afternoon, light winds from the NE by Wed afternoon). | ||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | ||||||||||||||
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) | WNW 9 | WNW 11 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | NE 4 | WNW 12 | W 10 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | WNW 11 | WNW 10 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
8 | 12 | 52 | 46 | 41 | 40 | 54 | 53 | 49 | 45 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 74 | 68 | 78 | 58 | 158 | 173 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross |
High Tide | 1:41AM5.96m | 2:25PM5.96m | 3:12AM5.92m | 3:52PM6.16m | 4:36AM6.22m | 5:06PM6.64m | 5:43AM6.71m | 6:05PM7.21m | 6:37AM7.20m | 6:55PM7.71m | 7:23AM7.59m | 7:39PM8.05m | |||||||
Low Tide | 8:13AM2.15m | 9:02PM2.12m | 9:45AM2.10m | 10:31PM1.76m | 11:04AM1.66m | 11:39PM1.14m | 12:04PM1.06m | 00:34AM0.49m | 12:54PM0.51m | 1:21AM-0.02m | 1:39PM0.10m | 2:04AM-0.32m | |||||||
— | 6:56 | — | — | 6:58 | — | — | 6:58 | — | — | 7:01 | — | — | 7:01 | — | — | 7:03 | — | — | |
9:44 | — | — | 9:42 | — | — | 9:40 | — | — | 9:38 | — | — | 9:37 | — | — | 9:35 | — | — | 9:34 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 18 | 23 | 26 | 22 | 20 | 22 | 20 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 24 | 29 | 26 | 29 | 31 | 24 | 20 | 22 | 20 |
Feels °C | 14 | 20 | 23 | 20 | 18 | 20 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 23 | 21 | 25 | 29 | 21 | 19 | 22 | 19 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 9 | WNW 11 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | NE 7 | W 10 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | WNW 11 | WNW 10 |
8 | 12 | 52 | 46 | 41 | 40 | 54 | 53 | 49 | 45 | 26 | 24 | 44 | 74 | 68 | 78 | 58 | 158 | 173 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 6 | ENE 3 | NW 5 | N 3 | NE 4 | W 6 | W 7 | NNW 4 | SW 7 | W 7 | WNW 10 | NW 10 | WNW 7 | NE 6 | — | NNE 6 | WNW 12 | NE 5 | — |
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 10 | 4 | 11 | 20 | — | 3 | 14 | 1 | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | WNW 6 | — | NE 4 | W 6 | — | — | SW 7 | — | W 11 | W 6 | W 6 | WNW 12 | — | — | — | NE 5 | — | — |
— | 3 | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | 2 | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | 28 | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 3 | — | NNE 3 | — | — | NNW 2 | NNW 4 | — | NNE 3 | NE 3 | NE 5 | NE 4 | — | — | NNE 6 | WNW 3 | NW 4 | NW 3 | NNW 4 |
1 | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | 6 | — | 4 | 3 | 7 | 27 | — | — | 13 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 10 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 593 | 81 | 55 | 73 | 99 | 604 | 81 | 81 | 100 | 81 | 86 | 585 | 81 | 2 | 117 | 0 | 98 | 168 | 73 |
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The above surf forecast table for Pors Ar Ville provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Pors Ar Ville can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Pors Ar Ville 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 (Pors Ar Ville) 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 Pors Ar Ville 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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