Raffs Beach Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.28° S 144.51° E

Raffs Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 3 pm 29 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 29 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 3 Sep, 4PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 14s period, SW swell with cross-onshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 3 Sep, 4PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 14s period, SW swell with 5,465 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 29 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 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 Saturday (Aug 29) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 6s. 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 3.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Sep 03) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.2m 5s period and expected on Friday (Sep 04) at 10PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10PM (Sat 29th Aug)4.5ft (1.3m) 13s
Best Surf 4PM (Thu 3rd Sep)11ft (3.5m) 14s
Most Powerful 4PM (Thu 3rd Sep)11ft (3.5m) 14s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the menu for Raffs Beach over the next couple of weeks.

The first few days are a bit of a mixed bag, but we’ve got some solid windows of clean, powerful surf coming through, especially for the more experienced crew. The water temp is sitting at 56°, which is about average for this time of year, so nothing shocking there.

The action kicks off on the morning of Sunday the 30th. We’re looking at a clean 5 ft SW groundswell with a period of 13 seconds, and a light cross-offshore breeze. The wave energy is moderate (1254), and it’s lining up well for a solid session. This is a good one for the intermediate to advanced surfer, and it’s fairly consistent, so you’ll get your share. Crowds are possible here, so keep an eye out.

Monday the 31st morning is another standout. Clean 7 ft SW swell from the same long-period groundswell, with a light cross-offshore wind. The energy is a bit beefier (1629), and the conditions are excellent. Raffs Beach is handling this swell well, and it’s going to be a quality session for anyone who knows what they’re doing.

After that, the swell hangs around but the wind gets a bit more funky. The morning of Tuesday the 1st of September has a fresh offshore wind, but the swell is a touch smaller at 6 ft. Thursday the 3rd of September has a morning with 8 ft SW swell and a gentle offshore wind, which is excellent for the experienced surfer, but the wave energy is strong (2458).

The end of the first week into the second week is where the real muscle shows up. The morning of Saturday the 5th of September is a monster, but the wind is howling at 25 mph, making it a write-off for a paddle. Tuesday the 8th of September has a massive 15 ft SW groundswell with an 18-second period, and while the wind is cross-off, the sheer size is only for the elite. The wave energy is extreme (12548). This is a big, powerful, and dangerous ocean.

The real gem in the long-range is the morning of Friday the 11th of September. This is a promise, not a guarantee, but it looks incredible. Clean 7 ft SW groundswell with a very long 19-second period, and the wind is absolutely glassy. Zero wind. It’s going to be a long-period groundswell, so it might be a bit straight at the beach break, but if you can find a corner or a bank, it’s going to be the best session of the fortnight. The energy is high (2914). This is the one to circle on the calendar.

The following morning, Saturday the 12th of September, is also a top contender. Clean 8 ft SW swell with a 17-second period, light offshore breeze, and the wave energy is strong (3641). For those who like a bit more push, this is the pick.

So, in short: the best windows are the mornings of the 30th, 31st, and the 4th of September. But the absolute standout is the glassy morning of the 11th of September. The second week gets very big and very windy, so get your waves early.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 19°C on Tue morning, min 8°C on Sun night). Winds increasing (calm on Mon morning, fresh winds from the NNW by Tue morning).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Warm (max 20°C on Tue afternoon, min 9°C on Thu night). Mainly fresh winds.

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1.6
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13
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1.9
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1.3
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1.7
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
957
821
1127
1863
1346
1429
1383
844
1339
825
639
2754
2354
2742
2004
5465
3009
2458
1830
1171
Wind (km/h)
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15
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High Tide
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
3:22PM1.44m
4:22AM1.49m
3:55PM1.44m
Low Tide
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
9:36AM0.48m
9:50PM0.13m
10:13AM0.54m
10:31PM0.12m
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Temp °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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