Raffs Beach Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.28° S 144.51° E

Raffs Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 am 30 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Raffs Beach sea temperature is
13.5°C
0.6° 

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 30 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 3 Sep, 10AM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 13s period, WSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 3 Sep, 4PM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 14s period, SW swell with 5,950 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 31 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 13s 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 Monday (Aug 31) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.0m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m 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 4.0m 14s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Sep 03) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.3m 5s period and expected on Saturday (Sep 05) at 7AM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 1AM (Mon 31st Aug)6.5ft (2.0m) 13s
Best Surf10AM (Thu 3rd Sep)13ft (4.0m) 13s
Most Powerful 4PM (Thu 3rd Sep)13ft (4.0m) 14s

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


The Lowdown

G’day, Rusty here. Let’s talk about Raffs Beach. This is a beginner-friendly sandy beach, exposed to the SW, and it’s fairly consistent over the next couple of weeks. Water temp’s around 56°F—pretty average for the time of year, so no shock there.

First off, Sunday the 30th of August. We’ve got a solid 6ft SW groundswell with a 13-second period, and the combined energy is 1254—moderate to strong. The morning’s got a light WNW cross-off breeze, clean as. Great for experienced surfers, but at 6ft, it’s a bit much for beginners. The afternoon turns average with a southerly onshore, so hit it early.

Monday the 31st is even better. The swell holds at 7ft from the SW, period hits 14 seconds, and energy jumps to 1670. Morning has a light NW cross-off—glassy and clean. This is a standout session: long lines, nice shape, and the wind’s your best mate. Crowds can be a nuisance sometimes, but it’s worth it. Afternoon goes cross-shore, still rideable.

Tuesday the 1st of September, the swell drops to 5ft, but the period’s 15 seconds and it’s a full offshore from the north at 19 mph. Clean as, but that wind is fresh—makes paddling a workout.

Wednesday the 2nd brings a stronger 6ft to 7ft SW swell, 15-16 second period, and energy up to 1659-1890. The wind’s WNW cross-off at 16 mph—moderate breeze, but the waves are clean. Good day for a surf.

Now, Thursday the 3rd of September—this is a big one. Swell hits 13ft from the WSW with a 13-second period, and energy is massive at 7830. That’s a serious ocean. The break is too big for this spot—only for the experts. If you’re not a pro, give it a miss.

Friday the 4th settles to a solid 8ft SW groundswell, 15-second period, 3452 energy. Morning offshore from the north at 6 mph—light and clean. Another standout: excellent for experienced surfers, with long, powerful waves. Crowds might be a problem, but it’s worth it.

Saturday the 5th is a write-off. Swell’s 10ft, but the wind is howling onshore or cross—messy, lumpy, and poor. The afternoon’s a total dud. This one’s for the kite crew, not paddlers.

Sunday the 6th to Monday the 7th sees a drop to 4ft-8ft, with cleaner conditions. The morning of the 6th has a 8ft SW swell, 13 seconds, cross-off wind, and clean waves. Good session. The 7th is smaller but clean in the afternoon.

From Tuesday the 8th through Wednesday the 9th, the wind swings southerly and blows hard—gusting up to 28 mph, with a big 10-12ft swell. It’s all onshore, messy, and dangerous. Stay out.

Thursday the 10th brings a reprieve. The afternoon turns glassy with a 8ft SW swell, 13 seconds, and 2967 energy. The wind is dead calm—glassy conditions. That’s a beauty, and the best of the second week.

Friday the 11th and Saturday the 12th have smaller 5ft-6ft swells, clean mornings, and light offshores. Good for a paddle.

Sunday the 13th is a standout in the long-range. Morning brings a 5ft SW groundswell with a 17-second period—very long—and a moderate offshore from the north at 16 mph. Energy is 2004. The waves will be long and powerful, but with that period, they’re better suited to a point or reef than a beach break. Still, it’s the best of the far end.

Monday the 14th is small and clean, but the wind picks up again.

The best on offer is Monday the 31st of August morning and Friday the 4th of September morning. Both have solid SW groundswell, clean winds, and excellent conditions for experienced surfers. For the second week, Thursday the 10th afternoon’s glassy session is a gem.

Rusty, signing off.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Tue afternoon. Warm (max 20°C on Tue afternoon, min 8°C on Sun night). Winds increasing (calm on Mon morning, fresh winds from the NNW by Tue morning).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 12mm), heaviest on Fri night. Very mild (max 19°C on Fri afternoon, min 8°C on Thu night). Winds increasing (light winds from the NW on Thu night, fresh winds from the NNW by Fri night).

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1.3
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16
1.6
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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834
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813
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1808
2350
5374
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3919
3271
2482
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2820
2189
2502
Wind (km/h)
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15
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5
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NNW
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25
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High Tide
1:18PM1.33m
1:27AM1.32m
1:51PM1.36m
2:12AM1.40m
2:21PM1.40m
2:56AM1.46m
2:51PM1.42m
3:39AM1.49m
3:22PM1.44m
4:22AM1.49m
3:55PM1.44m
5:09AM1.45m
4:33PM1.42m
Low Tide
7:28PM0.44m
7:41AM0.35m
8:03PM0.34m
8:21AM0.37m
8:37PM0.25m
8:59AM0.42m
9:13PM0.18m
9:36AM0.48m
9:50PM0.13m
10:13AM0.54m
10:31PM0.12m
10:53AM0.62m
11:16PM0.13m
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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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