Redbill Beach Surf Break

Lat Long: 41.87° S 148.28° E

Redbill Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 3 am 13 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Redbill Beach sea temperature is
13.9° C
1.5° 

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


Redbill Beach surf forecast from 12 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 13 Aug, 1PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 16s period, S swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 19 Aug, 1PM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 7s period, NNE swell with 350 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 13 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 10s period with E swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Redbill Beach this week:

The surf forecast for Redbill Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 13) at 10AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 10s period. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Redbill Beach in the next 16 days are 2.0m 7s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 19) at 1PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.1m 6s period and expected on Friday (Aug 14) at 10AM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10AM (Thu 13th Aug)2ft (0.6m) 10s
Best Surf 1PM (Thu 13th Aug)1.5ft (0.5m) 16s
Most Powerful 1PM (Wed 19th Aug)6.5ft (2.0m) 7s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, let’s break down this surf forecast.

Right, so we’re looking at Redbill Beach, and the water temp is around 57°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year – about a degree and a half above average, so it’s a bit of a treat.

Honestly, the first week is pretty quiet. We get a few small waves from Thursday the 13th onwards, but nothing to get too excited about. The real standout comes right at the tail end of the forecast, so we’ve got a bit of a wait.

Thursday the 13th morning sees some small 2ft east swell with a weak period of 10 seconds, combined energy is moderate at best (102). Wind is light offshore from the west, so it’s clean but tiny. That afternoon, a bit of a shift – a longer period south swell rolls in at 2ft with a 16-second period, kicking the combined energy up to 287. That’s a proper groundswell, and with clear skies and a light offshore, it’s actually pretty clean. This is the best of the early stuff, but it’s still small.

Friday the 14th keeps the south groundswell going at 2ft to 2ft with 15-second intervals. Morning is clean with a gentle offshore from the west-southwest, afternoon gets a bit of cross-off wind but still surfable. Nothing to rush out for.

Saturday the 15th morning is the gem of this first week. Glassy conditions, zero wind from the south-southeast, and a 2ft south swell with a 16-second period. The combined energy jumps to 415, which is solid for the size. The break is exposed to the east, so the swell direction isn’t ideal, but that glassy surface will make it look better than it is. Still, for a small day, it’ll be clean and fun. Crowds can be a thing here sometimes, so you might have company.

From Sunday the 16th through to Tuesday the 18th, it drops right off. Waves get smaller, periods shorten, and the wind turns cross or cross-on. Energy levels fall into the double digits – weak stuff. Not worth a paddle.

Wednesday the 19th brings a bump in size with a 5ft to 6ft north-northeast swell, but it’s short period (6-7 seconds) and the wind is cross-shore. It’s going to be a messy, choppy mess. More of a kite-surfing setup than a clean wave for a surfer.

Thursday the 20th is a bit better, with a 4ft north-northeast swell and cross-off winds, keeping it clean. But the period is still short at 6 seconds, so it’s weak and crumbly.

Then we hit a big gap. From Friday the 21st to Monday the 24th, it’s mostly flat or tiny, with periods of glassy conditions but barely any swell (0.5ft to 2ft). A lot of zero-rated days.

Tuesday the 25th morning shows some promise again – a 6ft north swell with a short period of 6 seconds, but light cross-off winds from the north-northwest keep it clean. Energy is moderate (290). It’s surfable but not epic.

Now, here’s the one you’ve been waiting for. Thursday the 27th of August morning. This is the standout. A solid 8ft south swell with a 10-second period, and it’s got serious power – combined energy is a massive 2061. That’s strong. Wind is offshore from the west-southwest at 12 mph, keeping things clean. This is for experienced surfers only – 8ft is big and powerful, especially on an exposed beach break like Redbill. It’s going to be a proper groundswell, so expect long lines and big gaps between sets. For the crew who know what they’re doing, this is the session of the forecast. The afternoon drops to 8ft with cross-off wind, still good but not as perfect.

Friday the 28th morning holds at 6ft from the south-southeast, with a gentle offshore, but the energy drops to 600. Still a good wave, just not the monster of Thursday.

So, the best on offer is clearly Thursday the 27th morning. Get on it if you’ve got the skills. The Saturday 15th morning is the best of the smaller stuff.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Thu morning, min 6°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 14°C on Sun morning, min 8°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light.

Thursday
13
Friday
14
Saturday
15
Sunday
16
Monday
17
Tuesday
18
Wednesday
19
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2
1
0
1
1
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1
0
0
0
1
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Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
0.6
E
10
0.6
S
16
0.5
S
16
0.5
S
15
0.6
S
15
1.3
S
7
1.1
S
9
1.1
S
10
1
S
9
0.8
S
9
0.4
S
12
0.6
S
12
0.5
S
11
0.5
S
10
0.3
SSE
15
0.2
S
15
0.2
S
15
0.8
N
5
1.6
NNE
6
1.8
NNE
7
1.1
NNE
7
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
68
174
124
121
172
183
208
240
168
94
52
99
56
49
45
17
18
28
203
278
107
Wind (km/h)
10
W
10
W
5
NW
15
WSW
15
SW
5
SW
0
SSE
10
NE
5
WNW
5
NNE
10
NE
5
WNW
5
SE
10
ENE
10
NNW
10
NNE
15
NNE
10
N
15
NNE
20
NNE
10
N
Wind State
off
off
cross-off
off
cross-off
cross-off
glassy
cross-on
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glassy
cross-on
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glassy
cross-on
cross-off
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cross
cross
cross
cross
cross
High Tide
8:17PM1.38m
9:40AM1.02m
9:10PM1.29m
10:22AM1.06m
10:03PM1.18m
11:03AM1.10m
10:57PM1.06m
11:43AM1.12m
11:55PM0.95m
12:23PM1.13m
00:58AM0.86m
1:04PM1.13m
2:07AM0.80m
Low Tide
2:02PM0.48m
3:17AM0.05m
3:01PM0.46m
3:59AM0.12m
4:01PM0.44m
4:37AM0.22m
5:01PM0.43m
5:14AM0.32m
6:03PM0.42m
5:50AM0.41m
7:05PM0.40m
6:27AM0.49m
8:07PM0.39m
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7:01
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6:58
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6:56
6:54
6:54
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5:21
5:22
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5:25
5:27
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Temp °C
15
15
9
15
15
9
12
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14
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Feels °C
10
11
6
10
10
6
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11
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7
10
10
9
12
10
11
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Information about the Redbill Beach Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Redbill Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Redbill Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Redbill 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 (Redbill 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 Redbill 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.

Redbill Beach is 106 km (66 miles) from Launceston. If you plan a holiday in East Coast of Tasmania, look for hotels and other accommodation in Launceston. Launceston has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

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