Raffs Beach Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.28° S 144.51° E

Raffs Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 pm 12 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Raffs Beach sea temperature is
12.9° C
0.0° 

Raffs Beach surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Raffs Beach surf forecast from 12 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 13 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 16s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 13 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 16s period, SW swell with 4,317 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 13 Aug, 7AM (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 (Aug 13) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 15s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore 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 (Aug 13) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 4s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 19) at 10AM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 7AM (Thu 13th Aug)10ft (3.0m) 16s
Best Surf 7AM (Thu 13th Aug)10ft (3.0m) 16s
Most Powerful10AM (Thu 13th Aug)10ft (3.0m) 16s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Raffs Beach over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

G’day, it’s Rusty. Raffs Beach is the only break in the game, and it’s a mixed bag over the next two weeks. The first few days are about waiting for the swell to back off, then a solid window opens up, followed by a run of smaller but cleaner waves. There’s a big gap later on with sketchy conditions, so patience is key.

The water temp is about average for this time of year, nothing unusual.

Let’s start with Thursday, August 13th. The swell is pumping a solid 10ft from the SW, with a long 16-second period, but it’s just too big for Raffs Beach – that’s a lot of energy (4482) and it’s only for the brave. By Friday morning, August 14th, it drops to 8ft from the SW, still a long 16-second period, and the wind is a gentle cross-off from the WNW. The combined energy is still strong (3483), but this is where it gets good for experienced surfers. The conditions are clean, and the break is fairly consistent, so it’s a standout if you’ve got the skills.

Saturday, August 15th, is a write-off with onshore winds and messy surf. Sunday, August 16th, shows a big improvement: 5ft from the SW, 14-second period, and a light ENE cross-off wind. The combined energy is moderate (949), and it’s clean with clear skies. This is a solid option for all levels, and the break is fairly consistent, so crowds are possible but not a dealbreaker.

Monday, August 17th, stays clean with 4ft from the SW, 14-second period, and light ENE cross-off winds. The energy is moderate (688), and the surf is good. Tuesday, August 18th, has a morning session with 4ft from the SW, 14-second period, but a moderate NNE breeze (16 mph) keeps it clean. The afternoon is even better: 3ft from the SW, 16-second period, and a gentle offshore from the NNE. The energy is moderate (578), and the conditions are clean – a nice little window for a mellow session.

From Wednesday, August 19th, the swell drops to 2ft, and while the wind is offshore, the surf is poor. This continues through to Thursday, August 20th, with 3ft to 4ft but fresh offshore winds making it uncomfortable. The energy is moderate (651-736), but the surf quality is marginal.

Friday, August 21st, is a mixed bag: morning is marginal with light cross-shore winds, but the afternoon has a light cross-off from the ENE, 4ft from the SW, 14-second period, and clean conditions. The energy is moderate (569), and it’s worth a look.

Saturday, August 22nd, has 5ft from the SW, 14-second period, but fresh WNW cross-off winds (19 mph) make it choppy. The energy is moderate (1013), but the surf is marginal. Sunday, August 23rd, is poor with strong winds and rain.

Monday, August 24th, shows 5ft to 6ft from the SW, with fresh cross-off winds and moderate energy (1316-1591), but it’s still marginal. The real standout in the second week is Tuesday, August 25th, but it’s too big again: 12ft from the WSW, 14-second period, with a combined energy of 7210. That’s massive, and for a beginner-friendly spot like Raffs Beach, it’s just too much.

Wednesday, August 26th, is poor with onshore winds and messy surf. Thursday, August 27th, has 4ft from the SW, 17-second period, but light cross-onshore winds mean it’s marginal. The energy is moderate (1266-1190). Friday, August 28th, ends the outlook with 3ft from the SW, 15-second period, light cross-off winds from the NE, and clean conditions. The energy is moderate (681), and it’s a pleasant way to finish.

The best of the bunch? Friday morning, August 14th, for the experienced crew, and Sunday morning, August 16th, for everyone else. Otherwise, the small windows on Tuesday afternoon, August 18th, and Friday afternoon, August 21st, are worth a paddle.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 14°C on Thu morning, min 9°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Tue afternoon, min 8°C on Sun morning). Wind will be generally light.

Thursday
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Friday
14
Saturday
15
Sunday
16
Monday
17
Tuesday
18
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Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
3.5
WSW
16
3
SW
16
3
SW
16
3
SW
16
2.5
SW
16
2.5
SW
15
2.5
SW
15
2.3
SW
15
2.1
SW
15
1.9
SW
14
1.6
SW
14
1.6
SW
14
1.4
SW
13
1.3
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14
1.5
SW
16
1.5
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15
1.1
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14
0.8
SW
16
0.9
SW
16
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
6330
4317
3631
3926
3401
3103
2868
2309
1881
1463
943
930
704
656
1096
936
507
322
406
Wind (km/h)
20
WNW
20
WNW
15
W
15
WNW
15
WNW
10
SSW
10
WSW
15
S
10
S
10
SE
10
ENE
10
SSE
15
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10
ENE
10
SE
10
NE
25
NNE
15
NNE
15
NE
Wind State
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High Tide
10:20PM1.25m
12:12PM1.38m
11:43PM1.29m
1:04PM1.43m
00:55AM1.36m
1:48PM1.48m
1:55AM1.43m
2:28PM1.52m
2:47AM1.48m
3:05PM1.53m
3:35AM1.50m
3:39PM1.53m
Low Tide
5:14AM0.26m
6:11PM0.66m
6:23AM0.24m
7:09PM0.53m
7:21AM0.23m
7:57PM0.40m
8:10AM0.25m
8:41PM0.30m
8:55AM0.30m
9:21PM0.24m
9:35AM0.38m
9:59PM0.21m
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Temp °C
10
14
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14
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13
13
13
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12
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11
15
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15
Feels °C
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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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