
Surf Forecasts:
Putsborough surf forecast from 4 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 9 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 7s period, W swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 5 Aug, 1PM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 7s period, W swell with 303 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 9 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 7s period with W swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Putsborough this week:
The surf forecast for Putsborough over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 09) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 7s period. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Putsborough in the next 16 days are 1.7m 7s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 05) at 1PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 3s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 11) at 10AM.
| Wave Type | Time (BST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7AM (Sun 9th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 7s |
| Best Surf | 7AM (Sun 9th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 7s |
| Most Powerful | 1PM (Wed 5th Aug) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Putsborough over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, folks, Rusty here. Let's have a proper look at what's on the cards for our local stretch.
Straight up, I gotta be honest with you – the outlook for the next 16 days is a bit of a bummer. We're looking at a long, dry spell with no real surf to get excited about. The few waves that do show up are going to be pretty ordinary, and it's a far cry from what we'd hope for.
The first bit of the forecast, from Tuesday the 4th of August right through to the end of the run, is dominated by poor surf conditions. The energy is just not there. The wind is a constant problem, almost always cross or onshore, which will chop things up and make it messy. The swell periods are mostly short, around 5 to 9 seconds, so you're not getting any real power or shape from the groundswell. The biggest wave heights we see are around 6 ft on the morning of Wednesday the 5th, but with a 19 mph cross-onshore wind and a combined wave energy of 282 (moderate), it's just a lumpy, wind-blown mess. That's not a day for a paddle; that looks like a better day for a kite.
The water temp is about 65°, which is a solid 4° warmer than normal for this time of year, so you won't need a thick wetsuit, but that's the only positive.
We do get a bit of a window on the 12th of August, Wednesday. The morning is clean with cross-offshore winds, but there's only 1 ft of swell. The afternoon sees a bit more life, with 2 ft of swell from the WSW, a period of 10 seconds, and a clean offshore breeze from the ESE. The combined energy hits 102 (moderate), and the report says "surfable waves but very ordinary conditions." It's something, but it's not a standout.
Beyond that, from the 13th to the 19th, it's back to the same story: small, short-period swell and onshore winds. The 15th of August has a bit more energy with 4 ft of swell and 283 combined energy, but again, the wind is cross-onshore and making it choppy.
So, what's the best on offer? Honestly, there's no true standout. If you're desperate for a paddle, the best bet is Wednesday afternoon, the 12th of August. The setup will be clean, and the waves will be small but rideable. It's a “take what you can get” situation.
For the rest of it, we're looking at a two-week gap where the surf is either non-existent or just plain ugly. It's one of those stretches where the forecasts can change, so don't lose all hope, but for now, I'd be looking at other hobbies.
Rusty, signing off.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Tue morning, min 14°C on Wed night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the WNW on Tue night, light winds from the WSW by Thu night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Sun morning, min 15°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 7 | WSW 7 | WSW 6 | W 7 | W 7 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | W 5 | WSW 5 | W 5 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 5 | WSW 7 | W 7 | W 6 | WNW 5 | W 6 | W 5 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
127 | 131 | 121 | 282 | 240 | 132 | 91 | 52 | 14 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 12 | 67 | 71 | 26 | 40 | 30 | 4 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | on | glassy | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | glassy |
High Tide | 10:29AM7.71m | 10:49PM7.78m | 11:12AM7.40m | 11:35PM7.36m | 12:03PM7.01m | 00:32AM6.91m | 1:07PM6.65m | 1:46AM6.57m | 2:28PM6.51m | 3:13AM6.56m | 3:53PM6.77m | 4:32AM6.93m | 5:04PM7.34m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 4:25PM1.15m | 4:50AM1.26m | 5:09PM1.48m | 5:37AM1.64m | 6:03PM1.87m | 6:38AM2.05m | 7:14PM2.21m | 7:58AM2.31m | 8:43PM2.29m | 9:28AM2.24m | 10:12PM1.99m | 10:46AM1.82m | 11:22PM1.43m | ||||||||
5:45 | — | — | 5:47 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | |
— | 8:59 | — | — | 8:57 | — | — | 8:55 | — | — | 8:53 | — | — | 8:52 | — | — | 8:50 | — | — | 8:47 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 20 | 19 | 18 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 20 | 19 |
Feels °C | 18 | 16 | 15 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 13 | 16 | 16 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | W 13 | W 11 | W 10 | W 10 | W 5 | WSW 5 | W 9 | W 4 | W 4 | W 9 | W 5 | WSW 7 | — | W 6 | W 8 | W 8 | W 5 |
— | — | — | — | 3 | 2 | 8 | 8 | 14 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 6 | 12 | 67 | — | 26 | 1 | 1 | 4 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 12 | W 10 | W 9 | — | W 9 | W 9 | — | W 9 | — | — | — | — | — | SW 7 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 7 | 7 | — | 6 | 6 | — | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 12 | — | — | W 12 | — | — | SW 8 | — | — | — | — | — | W 8 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | 3 | — | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 7 | WSW 7 | WSW 6 | W 7 | W 7 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | — | — | W 5 | — | — | W 4 | — | — | W 7 | — | WNW 5 | W 6 | NNW 3 |
127 | 131 | 121 | 282 | 240 | 132 | 91 | 52 | — | — | 7 | — | — | 3 | — | — | 71 | — | 40 | 30 | 4 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 87 | 370 | 276 | 313 | 313 | 276 | 161 | 432 | 321 | 389 | 391 | 407 | 425 | 161 | 89 | 46 | 1480 | 46 | 145 | 397 | 143 |
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Information about the Putsborough Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Putsborough provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Putsborough can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Putsborough 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 (Putsborough) 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 Putsborough 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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