Port Waikato-Sunset beach Surf Break

Lat Long: 37.39° S 174.71° E

Port Waikato-Sunset beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 5 pm 08 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Port Waikato-Sunset beach sea temperature is
13.4° C
0.8° 

Port Waikato-Sunset beach surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Port Waikato-Sunset beach surf forecast from 8 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 9 Aug, 9AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 10s period, NW swell with cross-shore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 15 Aug, 9PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 16s period, WSW swell with 6,591 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 9 Aug, 9AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 10s period with NW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Port Waikato-Sunset beach this week:

The surf forecast for Port Waikato-Sunset beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 09) at 9AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 2.5m and 10s. Another secondary swell of 0.9m and 15s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-shore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Port Waikato-Sunset beach in the next 16 days are 3.5m 16s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 15) at 9PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.8m 4s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 09) at 3AM.

Wave TypeTime (NZST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 9AM (Sun 9th Aug)10ft (3.0m) 10s
Best Surf 9AM (Sun 9th Aug)10ft (3.0m) 10s
Most Powerful 9PM (Sat 15th Aug)11ft (3.5m) 16s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Port Waikato-Sunset beach over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here, let’s talk about what’s on the cards for the next couple of weeks.

Right off the bat, we’ve got a bit of a slow start, but things pick up later today. The first real action is Saturday afternoon, August 8th, with a small 4ft swell from the WNW, period sitting at 8 seconds. Combined energy is weak (285), so it’s not exactly firing, but with a cross-off breeze and clean conditions, it’s a nice little session to get the stoke back. Water temp is 56°, which is just a touch cooler than usual for this time of year.

Then Sunday, August 9th, is where we see a real pulse. The morning brings a big 10ft NW swell (10 seconds) but cross winds and that size is way too much for Port Waikato-Sunset Beach – honestly, it’s going to be a mess. But Sunday afternoon, the wind drops to glassy, WSW at 3 mph, and the swell drops to 7ft from the NW, still 10 seconds. That’s excellent, clean surf for experienced surfers only. The combined energy is strong (1419), and with glassy conditions, this is a real standout. If you’re advanced, be there.

Monday, August 10th, the swell shifts to a long-period 16 second WSW groundswell, around 3ft to 5ft. The wind is cross-on, though, so it’s a bit bumpy. Combined energy is moderate (957 to 1082). Not the best, but the long period means there’s some shape if you sit deep.

Tuesday, August 11th, is a sweet little window. Morning has some ENE cross-off breeze at 3 mph, and the swell is 4ft from the WSW, 14 seconds. Clean, with combined energy at 767. Then Tuesday afternoon it goes glassy – zero wind – and the same 4ft, 13 second swell. That’s a dreamy session for a beach break, just pure glass. Not huge, but quality.

From Wednesday, August 12th through to Friday, August 14th, the swell drops to 3ft to 4ft, with periods bouncing between 10 and 17 seconds. The wind is mostly cross-off but gets a bit messy on the afternoons. Combined energy is moderate (349 to 1332). The 17 second period on Wednesday morning is interesting, but with only 3ft, it’s going to be slow and weak. Still, it’s clean.

Saturday, August 15th, and Sunday, August 16th, are no-go. Swell jumps to 10ft to 12ft from the WSW, strong wind, cross-on, and combined energy is huge (2585 to 5392). This is for big-wave specialists only, and even then, the wind is blowing it out. Honestly, that setup looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing.

The following week, from Monday, August 17th, through to Sunday, August 23rd, the swell stays in the 4ft to 8ft range, mostly from the WSW and SW, with periods hitting 14 to 16 seconds. The wind is mainly cross-off or clean, especially on the mornings. The standout here is Friday, August 21st, morning: 6ft from the WSW, 16 seconds, combined energy 1677, with a light cross-off breeze. That’s clean, long-period groundswell, and it’s going to peel nicely. Another one to pencil in is Saturday, August 22nd, morning: 5ft from the SW, 14 seconds, offshore E wind at 6 mph, clean. Combined energy 831. Not the biggest, but very rideable.

Overall, the best bets are Sunday afternoon, August 9th, for the experienced crew, and Tuesday, August 11th, for the glassy conditions. For the second week, Friday morning, August 21st, is the one to watch – but it’s a long way off, so keep an eye on the forecasts.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 12mm), heaviest on Sun morning. Very mild (max 14°C on Mon morning, min 10°C on Tue morning). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Heavy rain (total 25mm), heaviest during Thu afternoon. Very mild (max 16°C on Thu morning, min 10°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

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Height (m)
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WNW
8
0.7
WSW
18
3
NW
10
2.1
NW
10
1.3
WSW
14
1
WSW
16
1.4
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16
1.4
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14
1.3
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14
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0.8
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19
0.8
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0.8
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10
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W
12
1.2
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16
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
138
270
1874
800
662
493
921
796
626
536
402
381
334
310
233
363
555
649
635
917
Wind (km/h)
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NNE
15
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5
WSW
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SW
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15
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5
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High Tide
5:27PM3.07m
5:57AM3.08m
6:50PM3.25m
7:14AM3.23m
7:52PM3.49m
8:16AM3.42m
8:44PM3.72m
9:09AM3.60m
9:33PM3.89m
9:56AM3.72m
10:17PM3.97m
10:39AM3.76m
10:59PM3.95m
Low Tide
11:45PM1.24m
12:23PM1.12m
1:06AM1.06m
1:35PM0.91m
2:07AM0.81m
2:32PM0.67m
2:59AM0.58m
3:21PM0.46m
3:46AM0.41m
4:06PM0.33m
4:31AM0.32m
4:49PM0.30m
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Temp °C
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Information about the Port Waikato-Sunset beach Surf forecast

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