Rolling Stones Surf Break

Lat Long: 39.07° S 177.83° E

Rolling Stones Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 11 pm 06 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Rolling Stones sea temperature is
12.9°C
0.9° 

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


Rolling Stones surf forecast from 6 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 13 Sep, 3AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 17s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 13 Sep, 6AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 17s period, S swell with 6,295 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 7 Sep, 3PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 6s period with SSE swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Rolling Stones this week:

The surf forecast for Rolling Stones over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 07) at 3PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 6s period with a secondary swell of 0.9m and 6s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Rolling Stones in the next 16 days are 3.5m 17s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Sep 13) at 6AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.8m 4s period and expected on Saturday (Sep 12) at 3AM.

Wave TypeTime (NZST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 3PM (Mon 7th Sep)4ft (1.2m) 6s
Best Surf 3AM (Sun 13th Sep)10ft (3.0m) 17s
Most Powerful 6AM (Sun 13th Sep)11ft (3.5m) 17s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Rolling Stones over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s take a look at what the next couple of weeks have in store for us. We’ve only got one spot on the radar this time around, so let’s get into it.

The overall picture is a bit of a rollercoaster. We start off with a few days of messy conditions and building swell before things clean up for a solid window around the middle of next week. After that, the surf drops away and we’re looking at a long stretch of small, poor-quality waves for the rest of the outlook.

Right now, Monday the 7th is a write-off. We’ve got a tiny 1ft SSW swell with a very long 16-second period, but it’s getting chopped up by a cross-shore wind and the energy is weak (91). Not worth paddling out.

Monday afternoon actually brings some improvement. The wind goes glassy, and we see a 4ft SSE swell pop up. The period is a short 6 seconds, but the combined energy is moderate (198), and with those glassy conditions, it’s clean. This is a solid, fun little window for a quick session.

Tuesday the 8th is a hard pass. The swell jumps up, but it’s raw. We’re looking at 11-12ft S swell on Tuesday morning with a strong 28 mph cross-onshore wind. The energy is very strong (1820), but the conditions are a total mess. This is more of a kite-surfing setup than a paddle-surfing one. The afternoon is similar with 10ft and still strong onshore wind.

Wednesday the 9th morning is where we start to see some hope. The wind swings to a clean cross-offshore, and we’ve got 5ft SSE swell at 8 seconds. The energy is moderate (331), and conditions are clean. This is a good one for a session if you can get out.

Thursday the 10th is small again. Morning has 3ft SE swell with clean cross-off wind, but the energy is weak (91). It’s there, but not much to write home about.

Now, the standout of the whole forecast. Rolling Stones is a reef break that’s fairly consistent and can handle a good swell. The big moment hits Monday the 14th. Monday morning we’ve got a solid 8ft S swell with a long 14-second period, pushing through with very strong energy (2471). The wind is a light cross-offshore, keeping it clean. This is excellent surf for experienced surfers. The swell direction (S) is a bit off the optimum (S), but the size, period, and clean conditions make this the best on offer. Keep in mind it’s a reef, and the swell is over 8ft, so this is for experts only. Crowds are possible here sometimes, so expect some company.

Tuesday the 15th is still fun, with a drop to 4ft S swell but with glassy conditions in the morning and clean cross-off in the afternoon. Energy is moderate (456-479). Good for a longer board.

From Wednesday the 16th onwards, we hit a real dry spell. The swell drops to tiny levels (1ft to 2ft) and the energy is weak (under 500). We have some clean days with light offshore winds, but the swell just isn’t there. This flat period stretches from Wednesday the 16th all the way to the end of the forecast on Tuesday the 22nd. There are no real recommendations in that second week, just small, marginal waves.

So, in short: if you’re an expert, mark your calendar for Monday the 14th at Rolling Stones. That’s the one to chase. The rest is a waiting game.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Heavy rain (total 36mm), heaviest during Mon night. Very mild (max 16°C on Sun night, min 9°C on Mon night). Mainly strong winds.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 18mm), heaviest on Thu night. Very mild (max 16°C on Thu afternoon, min 7°C on Sat morning). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the SW on Fri morning, calm by Sat afternoon).

Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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S
17
0.3
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16
1.2
SSE
6
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SSE
8
3.5
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8
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8
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8
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14
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
147
51
84
2054
1815
1103
469
257
181
121
69
45
66
810
567
403
553
1145
5775
Wind (km/h)
25
NW
15
WSW
5
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30
SW
45
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40
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25
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15
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15
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15
NW
20
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10
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15
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25
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10
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High Tide
1:15AM1.63m
1:45PM1.73m
2:15AM1.61m
2:43PM1.74m
3:14AM1.61m
3:41PM1.74m
4:12AM1.62m
4:37PM1.75m
5:08AM1.63m
5:33PM1.75m
6:03AM1.67m
6:25PM1.75m
Low Tide
7:26AM0.19m
8:07PM0.18m
8:26AM0.16m
9:05PM0.15m
9:27AM0.13m
10:02PM0.13m
10:25AM0.11m
10:59PM0.13m
11:19AM0.11m
11:53PM0.14m
12:11PM0.13m
00:45AM0.17m
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Information about the Rolling Stones Surf forecast

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