Surf Forecasts:
Solanas surf forecast from 14 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 18 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 5s period, W swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 18 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 5s period, W swell with 42 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 18 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 5s period with W swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Solanas this week:
The surf forecast for Solanas over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 18) at 2PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 5s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 4s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Solanas in the next 16 days are 1.0m 5s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 18) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.3m 2s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 18) at 5PM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2PM (Tue 18th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 5s |
| Best Surf | 2PM (Tue 18th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 5s |
| Most Powerful | 2PM (Tue 18th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 5s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Solanas over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, grab your board, but maybe leave it in the car for a bit. This is shaping up to be one of those flat, frustrating stretches we get around here. I'm looking at the next couple of weeks and honestly, the surf is pretty much a no-show for the vast majority of it. We've got a long, dry gap ahead.
The water is sitting at a balmy 85°, which is a whopping 7° warmer than usual for this time of year. That's a seriously unusual warm pool of water, so if you're just looking for a swim, it'll be fantastic. But for waves? We're in a lull.
The only real blip on the radar comes at the start of the window. On Tuesday, the 18th of August, we finally see a pulse of energy. It’s small, but it’s something. The afternoon looks like the pick, with a clean 3ft of west swell rolling in. The wind drops to a light offshore from the NNE, which is just what the doctor ordered for tidying things up. The combined energy is still weak, registering only 50 (weak energy), but it’s the best we’ll see. This is the standout day, but even then, it’s not going to be anything epic. This is your window if you’re desperate.
After that, it's back to square one. We're looking at a solid week-plus of tiny, weak, and often messy surf. The swell direction jumps around between the SSE, WSW, and SE, but the heights just don't hold up. Most days are seeing waves below 2ft, with winds frequently onshore or cross-shore, making it choppy and uninviting. The period is also short, mostly under 8 seconds, which just means dribbly, weak waves with no push.
Wednesday the 26th has a bit of a pulse in the afternoon with a 2ft swell from the SE, but the SW wind at 12 mph is going to put a chop on it, making it messy. And for the rest of the window, we’re just chasing shadows—little 1ft and 1ft bumps that offer no real hope.
Look, the truth is, there are no good surf options in this 16-day window. It’s a bummer, but it happens. The swell forecast is pretty much a blank line, and the winds aren't doing us any favors either. For a spot like this, a run with this little activity is a bit more normal. It won't stay poor for long; these lulls always end, but for now, the forecast is what it is. Keep an eye on it, but don't hold your breath.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 32°C on Fri afternoon, min 27°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 34°C on Mon afternoon, min 25°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | Sunday 16 | Monday 17 | Tuesday 18 | Wednesday 19 | Thursday 20 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SSE 3 | SSE 4 | SSE 4 | SSW 4 | WNW 3 | WNW 3 | W 5 | WSW 4 | SW 4 | NE 4 | WSW 3 | — | SW 2 | SSW 3 |
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 kJ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 42 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
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Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | cross | glassy | glassy | cross-on | glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross | on | cross | cross | off | glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 11:02AM0.24m | 11:38PM0.33m | 11:44AM0.24m | 00:14AM0.31m | 12:25PM0.24m | 00:48AM0.28m | 1:08PM0.23m | 1:21AM0.25m | 1:54PM0.22m | 1:55AM0.22m | 2:49PM0.21m | 2:34AM0.20m | 4:02PM0.20m | 3:30AM0.18m | |||||||
Low Tide | 5:03PM-0.01m | 6:00AM0.03m | 5:43PM0.01m | 6:35AM0.04m | 6:23PM0.03m | 7:10AM0.05m | 7:04PM0.06m | 7:44AM0.06m | 7:49PM0.09m | 8:21AM0.07m | 8:45PM0.11m | 9:08AM0.08m | 10:07PM0.13m | ||||||||
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 | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — |
 | — | 8:19 | — | — | 8:17 | — | — | 8:15 | — | — | 8:15 | — | — | 8:14 | — | — | 8:12 | — | — | 8:10 | — |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 31 | 32 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 28 | 30 | 31 | 30 | 32 | 34 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 29 |
Feels °C | 34 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 29 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 30 | 32 | 28 | 31 | 34 | 31 | 33 | 32 | 30 | 32 | 31 | 30 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SSE 3 | SSE 4 | SSE 4 | SSE 4 | — | — | WSW 4 | NE 4 | ENE 4 | NE 4 | WSW 3 | — | — | — |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | — | — | 8 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | WSW 4 | SW 4 | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SSW 4 | WNW 3 | WNW 3 | W 5 | — | — | — | — | — | SW 2 | SSW 3 |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 3 | 2 | 42 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 3 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1070 | 1393 | 1060 | 1150 | 1369 | 1035 | 1039 | 1118 | 1051 | 1038 | 1118 | 133 | 206 | 0 | 96 | 94 | 1456 | 657 | 662 | 1212 | 387 |
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The above surf forecast table for Solanas provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Solanas can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Solanas 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 (Solanas) 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 Solanas 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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