
Surf Forecasts:
Scarborough South Bay surf forecast from 1 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 5 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 6s period, NE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 4 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 7s period, NE swell with 149 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 5 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 6s period with NE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Scarborough South Bay this week:
The surf forecast for Scarborough South Bay over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 05) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 6s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Scarborough South Bay in the next 16 days are 1.3m 7s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 04) at 7AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.8m 5s period and expected on Friday (Aug 07) at 4AM.
| Wave Type | Time (BST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Wed 5th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 6s |
| Best Surf | 1AM (Wed 5th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 6s |
| Most Powerful | 7AM (Tue 4th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Scarborough South Bay over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, this is a tough one to call. I've been staring at the charts for Scarborough South Bay, and honestly, it's a pretty bleak run we've got in front of us. The swell is just tiny for the bulk of the next two weeks, and what little bump we do get is often fighting against the wind. It’s a classic beach and point setup, fairly exposed to the north, but we just aren't getting the energy.
Right now, water temp is sitting at 62°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so at least you won't be freezing your arse off while you're waiting for something to ride.
The first few days are a total write-off. Saturday and Sunday the 1st and 2nd of August are offering ankle-snappers around 1ft to 1ft – just not worth paddling out for. The energy is pathetic, with combined readings in the teens (14-30). The wind is a mixed bag; Sunday morning goes glassy, but there's simply nothing to push you around.
Monday the 3rd sees a small spike, with the swell pushing up to 5ft by the afternoon. That combined energy hits 169 (moderate) which is the most we'll see for a while, but it's short-period, wind-swell at 5-6 seconds coming from the ENE. The wind is onshore and strong (15-16 mph), making for a messy, blown-out mess. Not one for the longboarders, and honestly, that setup looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing.
We drop back down into the doldrums after that. Tuesday the 4th through to the 10th of August is a grim stretch. The swell hovers around 0.7ft to 3ft, and the combined energy is weak (mostly under 60). The winds are a bit of a lottery but never really align for clean, ridable waves. Thursday the 7th of August offers a glimmer of hope with 3ft from the north and a clean, light offshore from the NW in the morning, but the wave comment says it's "surfable waves but very ordinary conditions" – you might get a few grovelly ones on a log.
There's a little more life in the water around the 11th and 12th of August. Tuesday the 11th has 4ft from the north with a clean cross-offshore breeze from the WNW in the morning. The energy is back up to 150 (moderate). Still, it's not a standout. Wednesday the 12th is similar with 4ft from the NNE and a light cross-offshore wind. Both are "surfable but very ordinary" – you could get a few soft ones, but don't expect anything firing.
The final days of the outlook fizzle out again. The swell is small, the wind is onshore or cross, and the energy is low. The 14th of August has a little pulse of 3ft in the afternoon with a light cross-offshore, but it's another "surfable but ordinary" day.
The only real standout, if you can call it that, is Monday the 3rd of August, but only for the size. It has the biggest swell of the period. But the onshore wind and short period mean it's a messy, choppy mess. It's a poor surf conditions day, so I'd sit it out.
In short, there are no good options in this 16-day window. It's a blank run. The water is warm, but the waves are just not cooperating. Keep an eye on the forecasts, it tends not to stay this poor for long.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Sat morning, min 13°C on Sat night). Winds increasing (calm on Sun morning, fresh winds from the NE by Mon morning). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Wed morning, min 12°C on Thu night). Winds increasing (light winds from the ENE on Tue morning, fresh winds from the W by Wed night). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | 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) | N 8 | N 7 | N 9 | N 8 | N 8 | N 8 | ENE 5 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | N 8 | NNE 6 | NNE 8 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
10 | 9 | 7 | 23 | 21 | 12 | 45 | 145 | 126 | 135 | 99 | 58 | 45 | 44 | 21 | 15 | 11 | 10 | 59 | 59 | 61 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | off | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-off | off | off | off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off |
High Tide | 7:03PM4.38m | 7:05AM4.82m | 7:36PM4.36m | 7:39AM4.76m | 8:12PM4.30m | 8:16AM4.63m | 8:51PM4.18m | 8:59AM4.44m | 9:37PM4.02m | 9:51AM4.21m | 10:34PM3.85m | 10:58AM3.99m | 11:46PM3.74m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 1:04PM0.26m | 1:10AM0.74m | 1:38PM0.27m | 1:45AM0.80m | 2:14PM0.36m | 2:22AM0.90m | 2:52PM0.52m | 3:03AM1.05m | 3:35PM0.75m | 3:50AM1.22m | 4:27PM1.02m | 4:50AM1.38m | 5:35PM1.25m | ||||||||
5:11 | — | — | 5:13 | — | — | 5:16 | — | — | 5:16 | — | — | 5:18 | — | — | 5:20 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | |
— | — | 9:00 | — | — | 9:00 | — | 8:58 | — | — | 8:55 | — | — | 8:53 | — | — | 8:52 | — | — | 8:50 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 20 | 20 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 24 | 24 | 18 | 16 | 19 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
Feels °C | 16 | 16 | 12 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 19 | 17 | 17 | 20 | 21 | 13 | 11 | 17 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 15 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 8 | N 7 | N 9 | N 8 | N 8 | N 8 | N 8 | N 9 | ENE 6 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 |
10 | 9 | 7 | 23 | 21 | 12 | 19 | 24 | 126 | 135 | 99 | 58 | 45 | 44 | 21 | 15 | 6 | 10 | 59 | 59 | 61 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 7 | N 10 | N 7 | — | NNW 4 | — | — | — | N 9 | E 6 | E 6 | NNE 8 | E 5 | E 5 | N 8 | N 8 | NNE 8 | — | — | — | — |
4 | 2 | 4 | — | 4 | — | — | — | 26 | 19 | 19 | 22 | 5 | 2 | 18 | 10 | 11 | — | — | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | N 10 | — | N 9 | N 8 | — | — | — | — | N 9 | N 8 | ESE 6 | SE 4 | N 10 | — | SE 5 | S 6 | — | — | — | — |
— | 2 | — | 6 | 5 | — | — | — | — | 25 | 22 | 10 | 1 | 2 | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | NW 3 | — | — | E 3 | ENE 5 | ENE 6 | — | — | — | — | — | SSE 3 | SW 2 | W 3 | WNW 3 | NW 5 | — | — | SE 3 |
— | — | 2 | — | — | 1 | 45 | 145 | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 1 | 4 | 7 | 22 | — | — | 2 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 575 | 592 | 401 | 401 | 407 | 389 | 380 | 399 | 391 | 24 | 106 | 0 | 37 | 33 | 105 | 408 | 316 | 398 | 0 | 99 | 0 |
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The above surf forecast table for Scarborough South Bay provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Scarborough South Bay can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Scarborough South Bay 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 (Scarborough South Bay) 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 Scarborough South Bay 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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