
Surf Forecasts:
Raffs Beach surf forecast from 9 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 10 Sep, 10AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 16s period, SW swell with cross-onshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 10 Sep, 10AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 16s period, SW swell with 4,881 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 10 Sep, 10AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 16s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Raffs Beach this week:
The surf forecast for Raffs Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Sep 10) at 10AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 17s. The wind is predicted to be cross-onshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Raffs Beach in the next 16 days are 3.0m 16s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Sep 10) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 3s period and expected on Sunday (Sep 13) at 4PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10AM (Thu 10th Sep) | 10ft (3.0m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 10AM (Thu 10th Sep) | 10ft (3.0m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Thu 10th Sep) | 10ft (3.0m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Raffs Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let's talk about what's happening at Raffs Beach over the next couple of weeks.
It's going to be a wild ride with plenty of swell energy, but the wind and the size are going to be the deciding factors. The water temp is around 56°, which is about what you'd expect for this time of year, nothing out of the ordinary.
We start this Thursday, the 10th, and honestly, it's a no-go. There's a massive 10ft SSW groundswell with a long 16-second period, and the energy is off the charts (5151). But that south-southwest wind is blowing straight onshore, making it a choppy mess. Plus, that size is just too much for this break. We're sitting this one out.
Friday the 11th isn't much better. The swell drops to about 7ft, but the wind is still on it, and the conditions look marginal. Nothing to get stoked about.
Now, Saturday the 12th is your first real window. The swell is still a solid 7ft from the SW with a 15-second period, but the wind swings around to a light cross-offshore breeze. The morning is looking clean, and the word is it's excellent for experienced surfers. This is a good call for anyone with some time in the water, but that 7ft is going to be a handful for beginners.
Sunday the 13th cleans up even more with offshore winds, but the swell backs off to around 4-5ft. It's going to be clean and rideable, but nothing to write home about.
Then we hit a real lull. Monday the 14th is tiny, with waves under 3ft. Don't bother. Things get rowdy again Tuesday the 15th, with a big 11ft SW swell, but the onshore wind ruins it completely. It's a messy, blown-out 11ft. Not for surfing.
The pattern stays average through the middle of the month, with a mix of cross-off and onshore winds. Swells range from 6ft to 7ft. It's not all bad, but nothing is screaming "drop everything and go."
Looking further out, Friday the 25th is the standout of the whole forecast. We've got a 10ft SW groundswell with a very long 17-second period, and the combined energy is pumping (5476). The wind is forecast to be light and offshore in the morning, which would make for some absolutely epic, clean lines. The word is it's excellent for experienced surfers, and I'd agree. That kind of period on a beach break can make things a little tricky and straight, but with offshore wind, it could be a session to remember. Keep an eye on this one.
To be fair, for the more moderate days around the 19th, with offshore winds and 5-6ft swell, the break should be offering some fun, clean waves for the average surfer.
So, to wrap it up: the next two weeks are full of size and energy, but you have to pick your moments. Saturday the 12th is your early pick for the experienced crew, but the real one to circle on the calendar is Friday the 25th. That one has the potential to be something special.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 19°C on Sat afternoon, min 10°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Sun morning, min 9°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | Sunday 13 | Monday 14 | Tuesday 15 | Wednesday 16 | |||||||||||||||
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 15 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 10 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 15 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
4881 | 3619 | 2390 | 1863 | 2487 | 3058 | 2237 | 1589 | 1237 | 813 | 753 | 520 | 253 | 140 | 788 | 3775 | 3420 | 2534 | 2125 | 2329 | 1941 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | on | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | off | off | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | off |
High Tide | 10:41AM1.24m | 10:31PM1.22m | 11:44AM1.29m | 11:52PM1.31m | 12:34PM1.35m | 00:55AM1.41m | 1:17PM1.41m | 1:47AM1.49m | 1:55PM1.45m | 2:32AM1.54m | 2:30PM1.47m | 3:14AM1.55m | 3:03PM1.47m | 3:52AM1.53m | |||||||
Low Tide | 4:42PM0.65m | 5:10AM0.36m | 5:52PM0.51m | 6:17AM0.34m | 6:46PM0.38m | 7:11AM0.33m | 7:31PM0.27m | 7:56AM0.35m | 8:12PM0.19m | 8:36AM0.38m | 8:49PM0.15m | 9:13AM0.43m | 9:24PM0.14m | ||||||||
6:31 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | |
— | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:08 | — | — | 6:08 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:10 | — | — | 6:12 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 11 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 15 | 19 | 17 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 17 | 18 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 10 |
Feels °C | 7 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 17 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 12 | 13 | 8 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 8 | SW 18 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 15 |
4881 | 3619 | 2390 | 1863 | 2487 | 3058 | 2237 | 1589 | 1237 | 813 | 753 | 520 | 253 | 67 | 109 | 3174 | 3420 | 2534 | 2125 | 2329 | 1941 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 17 | S 16 | S 14 | — | S 17 | S 16 | S 17 | S 17 | SSW 16 | — | SSW 16 | S 15 | SW 7 | SW 13 | S 18 | — | S 15 | S 13 | SSW 16 | S 17 | SSW 16 |
270 | 181 | 107 | — | 273 | 183 | 142 | 51 | 84 | — | 24 | 4 | 13 | 140 | 6 | — | 110 | 125 | 81 | 149 | 80 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 20 | SW 19 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 15 | 15 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NNE 3 | NNW 3 | N 4 | WNW 3 | W 3 | SW 10 | SW 13 | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 8 | 788 | 3775 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 16 | 250 | 10 | 16 | 51 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 626 | 186 | 33 | 13 | 51 | 0 |
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Information about the Raffs Beach Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Raffs Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Raffs Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Raffs 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 (Raffs 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 Raffs 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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