Surf Forecasts:
Raffs Beach surf forecast from 27 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 2 Sep, 7PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period, SW swell with cross-shore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 2 Sep, 7PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period, SW swell with 3,383 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 29 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 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 Saturday (Aug 29) at 4AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.6m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 4s. 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 14s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 02) at 7PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.1m 4s period and expected on Friday (Sep 04) at 4AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 4AM (Sat 29th Aug) | 5ft (1.6m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 7PM (Wed 2nd Sep) | 10ft (3.0m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 7PM (Wed 2nd Sep) | 10ft (3.0m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Raffs Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here, and let’s break down what’s happening at Raffs Beach in feet and miles per hour.
There’s a solid stretch of long-period SW groundswell on the way, and this break is dialled in for that direction. Water temperature is about normal for now – nothing wild.
Starting Friday the 28th, we’ve got a 4ft SW swell but the wind is messy and the session looks average. Not worth the effort. Saturday the 29th morning is nicer – 5ft SW with light cross-off breezes and clean conditions. A decent warm-up.
The real action fires up Sunday the 30th morning. Clean 6ft SW swell (13 seconds) with light NW winds. The wave comment says “excellent” for experienced surfers. Moderate energy (1153), but good shape. This is your first standout.
Monday the 31st is even better. Morning is clean with 6ft SW swell, but the afternoon goes glassy with a light ESE breeze, and the energy jumps to a strong 2024. That’s the pick of the week. Clean, punchy, and all-time conditions.
Tuesday 1st September brings a fresh offshore north wind and 6ft SW swell. It’s clean, but the wind is strong (18 mph). For experienced surfers, it’s fun, but Monday is the better call.
Wednesday 2nd September afternoon gets big – 8ft WSW swell, but the wind goes cross-shore and the wave state gets lumpy. Energy is cranked to 4586 – that’s huge power. Too big for beginners, and intermediates will struggle. Experts only.
Thursday 3rd September through Saturday 5th September is all about massive swell – 7ft to 10ft – with cross or cross-off winds. The wave comments keep saying it’s too big for this break. Energy values are over 4000. This is kite-surf territory or an expert-only show.
Sunday 6th September is a write-off – rain showers, 28 mph winds, lumpy chop. Stay home.
We get a lull from Monday 7th September through Wednesday 9th September. Swell drops to 6ft-7ft, winds lighten, and conditions clean up. Wednesday 9th September morning is nice – 5ft SW swell with offshore NNW winds. Clean and good for intermediates.
Now, the big one. The standout of the whole forecast is Friday 11th September afternoon. We’re looking at 8ft SW swell with a ridiculously long 21-second period. Energy is massive (6060), and the wave comment says “exceptional” for experts. Light cross-off wind. This is a groundswell monster – perfect for a point or reef. But 8ft with 21 seconds is serious juice. Experts only.
Saturday 12th September morning is back to 10ft and too big again.
So your best windows are the morning of Sunday 30th August and the glassy afternoon of Monday 31st August for the best balance of size, wind, and fun. For the brave, the afternoon of Friday 11th September is the absolute standout – but it’s a beast. Crowds are “sometimes” here, so expect company on the best days.
I’m Rusty. Keep your eyes on the horizon.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 13°C on Fri morning, min 8°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Tue afternoon, min 9°C on Sun night). Winds increasing (calm on Mon afternoon, fresh winds from the NNW by Tue morning). | ||||||||||||||||||
Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | ||||||||||||||
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 13 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 15 | WSW 15 | SW 14 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
386 | 790 | 1775 | 1420 | 899 | 874 | 821 | 1034 | 1204 | 1326 | 1304 | 1402 | 1978 | 1357 | 924 | 706 | 1229 | 2917 | 1319 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | on | cross-on | cross-off | on | cross-off | cross-off | on | cross-off | cross-off | glassy | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off |
High Tide | 10:26PM1.08m | 12:01PM1.24m | 11:37PM1.13m | 12:43PM1.28m | 00:36AM1.22m | 1:18PM1.33m | 1:27AM1.32m | 1:51PM1.36m | 2:12AM1.40m | 2:21PM1.40m | 2:56AM1.46m | 2:51PM1.42m | 3:39AM1.49m | ||||||
Low Tide | 5:06AM0.39m | 6:08PM0.65m | 6:06AM0.36m | 6:51PM0.54m | 6:56AM0.34m | 7:28PM0.44m | 7:41AM0.35m | 8:03PM0.34m | 8:21AM0.37m | 8:37PM0.25m | 8:59AM0.42m | 9:13PM0.18m | |||||||
— | 6:50 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | |
— | — | 5:55 | — | — | 5:57 | — | — | 5:57 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:59 | — | — | 6:00 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 12 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 13 | 11 | 11 | 14 | 16 | 13 | 19 | 20 | 17 | 17 | 13 | 10 |
Feels °C | 9 | 10 | 11 | 9 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 11 | 9 | 10 | 13 | 15 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 9 | 6 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 |
386 | 543 | 1775 | 1420 | 899 | 874 | 821 | 1034 | 1204 | 1326 | 1304 | 1402 | 1978 | 1357 | 924 | 706 | 1229 | 1669 | 1319 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 19 | SW 18 | SSE 17 | S 16 | S 14 | SW 23 | SW 22 | SW 20 | SW 20 | SSW 14 | SW 20 | SW 18 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | S 15 | SW 17 | SSW 15 | — | S 14 |
384 | 790 | 29 | 20 | 4 | 21 | 18 | 61 | 63 | 70 | 140 | 473 | 79 | 81 | 19 | 290 | 45 | — | 36 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 20 | SSE 18 | — | — | — | — | WSW 22 | S 14 | S 13 | — | S 16 | S 17 | — | — | — | S 15 | — | — | — |
7 | 31 | — | — | — | — | 45 | 58 | 56 | — | 44 | 149 | — | — | — | 18 | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | SSW 4 | — | SW 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 3 | NW 4 | NNW 3 | WNW 3 | WSW 15 | — |
— | — | — | 16 | — | 44 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 8 | 28 | 4 | 9 | 2917 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 11 | 16 | 10 | 0 | 33 | 0 | 0 | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 17 | 57 | 10 | 16 | 10 |
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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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