
Surf Forecasts:
Royal Palms State Beach surf forecast from 8 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 8 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 18s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 15 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 17s period, SSW swell with 373 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 8 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 18s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Royal Palms State Beach this week:
The surf forecast for Royal Palms State Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 08) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.5m and 18s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 12s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Royal Palms State Beach in the next 16 days are 0.8m 17s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 15) at 5AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8AM (Sat 8th Aug) | 1.5ft (0.5m) 18s |
| Best Surf | 8AM (Sat 8th Aug) | 1.5ft (0.5m) 18s |
| Most Powerful | 5AM (Sat 15th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Royal Palms State Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s be straight with you – this 16-day window is a tough one for the Royal Palms State Beach. The sheltered reef and point setup is seeing some inconsistent, small southerly swells, but the conditions are just not cooperating. The combined energy of the swells is reaching moderate levels at times, with readings around 164 to 385, but nearly every session is tagged with "poor surf conditions" due to the wind. It’s a frustrating run, and honestly, there isn’t a single standout day that’s worth getting excited about.
The first recommendation pops up on Saturday, August 8th. We’re looking at a tiny 2 ft swell from the SSW with a very long period of 17 seconds, but the 6 mph WSW wind is cross-onshore, making for light wind ripples. The water temp is about average for this time of year, but with the poor conditions, it’s not a session to write home about. The whole first week follows the same pattern – small 1 ft to 2 ft swells, mainly from the SSW or SW, with periods ranging from 13 to 18 seconds. The wind is almost always onshore or cross-onshore, with light to moderate breezes keeping things choppy and messy. The combined wave energy is moderate (between 141 and 298), but the quality is just not there.
Moving into the second week, the swell tries to pick up a bit. By Saturday, August 15th, the swell height bumps to 3 ft from the SSW, and the combined energy jumps to 385. However, the wind is still cross-onshore from the W at 9 mph, and the surf is described as "poor." This pattern continues through the 16th, 17th, and 18th, with the swell staying around 1 ft to 3 ft. The wind remains a persistent issue – mostly cross-onshore or cross-shore, with occasional light breezes that still can’t clean up the waves. The 19th and 20th offer a slight reprieve with clearer skies and a little less wind, but the swell drops back to 2 ft to 2 ft, and the combined energy weakens. The final days, from the 21st to the 23rd, are more of the same: small, inconsistent swells with light cross-onshore winds.
The bottom line is that throughout the entire 16 days, the wind is the main culprit. It’s constantly from the wrong direction, keeping the surf choppy and uninviting. The swell is there, but it’s just not lining up with the conditions. For a better chance, you’d be looking for a period with lighter, offshore winds, but that’s not on the cards here. Keep an eye on the forecasts, because it tends not to stay this poor for long.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Sat afternoon, min 20°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Tue afternoon, min 20°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | ||||||||||||||
Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 20 | SW 19 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 |
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174 | 172 | 147 | 223 | 172 | 121 | 120 | 123 | 101 | 96 | 56 | 154 | 152 | 143 | 127 | 125 | 124 | 121 | 188 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on |
High Tide | 8:00AM1.37m | 6:08PM2.24m | 8:39AM1.49m | 7:08PM2.37m | 9:14AM1.59m | 8:02PM2.46m | 9:48AM1.69m | 8:51PM2.49m | 10:22AM1.78m | 9:38PM2.43m | 10:55AM1.85m | 10:23PM2.29m | |||||||
Low Tide | 1:00AM0.33m | 11:25AM1.23m | 1:52AM0.15m | 12:44PM1.17m | 2:37AM0.01m | 1:45PM1.06m | 3:18AM-0.06m | 2:39PM0.94m | 3:57AM-0.05m | 3:29PM0.84m | 4:33AM0.03m | 4:18PM0.77m | |||||||
— | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | |
— | — | 7:46 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | 7:44 | — | — | 7:43 | — | — | 7:42 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 21 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 20 |
Feels °C | 21 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 19 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 |
174 | 172 | 147 | 223 | 172 | 121 | 120 | 123 | 101 | 58 | 56 | 154 | 152 | 143 | 127 | 125 | 124 | 121 | 188 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | W 5 | W 5 | SSW 11 | SW 11 | SSW 20 | SW 20 | SW 19 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SSW 12 | SW 13 | SW 13 | S 11 | S 11 | S 11 | SSW 20 |
37 | 36 | 36 | 15 | 7 | 12 | 30 | 38 | 97 | 96 | 33 | 54 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 75 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 13 | W 5 | W 13 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SSW 21 | SSW 21 | W 12 | SSW 16 | W 5 | SW 18 | SSW 12 | SW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | WSW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | W 6 |
14 | 7 | 3 | 37 | 19 | 45 | 44 | 3 | 25 | 2 | 52 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 14 | 17 | 6 | 23 | 3 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 4 | WNW 5 | W 3 | — | — | W 3 | — | — | W 2 | — | — | W 2 | W 3 | — | W 5 | — | — | W 6 | — |
6 | 7 | 4 | — | — | 2 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | 4 | — | — | 2 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 29 | 156 | 127 | 0 | 10 | 127 | 10 | 10 | 158 | 1 | 150 | 156 | 31 | 156 | 72 | 10 | 10 | 204 | 38 |
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Information about the Royal Palms State Beach Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Royal Palms State Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Royal Palms State Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Royal Palms State 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 (Royal Palms State 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 Royal Palms State 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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