Surf Forecasts:
Spew Pits surf forecast from 20 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 23 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 13s period, NNW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 24 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 13s period, NNW swell with 931 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 23 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 10s period with N swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Spew Pits this week:
The surf forecast for Spew Pits over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 23) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 12s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Spew Pits in the next 16 days are 1.7m 13s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 24) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.5m 6s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 27) at 10AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7AM (Sun 23rd Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 10PM (Sun 23rd Aug) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 13s |
| Most Powerful | 1AM (Mon 24th Aug) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 13s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Spew Pits over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, Rusty here. We’ve had a bit of a flat spell to kick things off, but don’t write the whole window off just yet. The first real chance of a wave doesn’t show up until the morning of Sunday, the 23rd of August, so we’re looking at a few days of waiting before anything is worth paddling out for.
Spew Pits is the only spot on the menu, and it’s an expert-level reef break that’s consistent. The water’s sitting at 75°, so a touch warmer than usual for this time of year, and there’s a slight spike in temp that’ll feel nice.
The first real hope comes Sunday morning, the 23rd of August. Swell is a modest 3ft from the north, period at 10 seconds, with a gentle cross-off breeze from the NNE. Combined wave energy is moderate (219). They’re calling it “expect good surf conditions,” which is the first positive note we’ve had. The wind’s light enough to keep things clean, but with that north direction, it’s not a standout. It’s just the first sign of life.
Monday the 24th of August morning pushes up a notch: 6ft from the NNW, period 12 seconds, and clean under a moderate NNE cross-off. The energy jumps to strong (773), and the longer period suggests groundswell with some shape. That’s the best of the early run, but they’ve flagged it as marginal on the tide, so watch the water levels. It could be a fun session if you pick your moment.
After that, we fall back into a string of poor conditions until the 1st of September. Tuesday the 1st of September morning brings a change: offshore wind from the ENE at 9 mph, swell 5ft from the north, 8-second period, and clean. It’s not big, but the offshore flow will hold the faces open and it’s good enough to get out. This is the real turning point.
Then—and this is the highlight of the whole outlook—Wednesday the 2nd of September morning. Glassy conditions, wind barely a whisper from the ESE at 3 mph. Swell 6ft from the north, period 10 seconds, combined energy strong (600). The call is “expect very good surf conditions.” That’s glassy, lined up, and punchy. If you can make that session, you’ll get the cleanest, most fun waves of the whole window. It’s not oversized—just solid, clean, and inviting for the experienced crew.
A final solid option appears on Friday the 4th of September morning: 6ft from the north, 8-second period, clean under a gentle NNE cross-off, and strong energy (601). It’s another “very good” call, though the afternoon goes lumpy with the cross-shore. So if you’re in the water that day, go early.
Overall, the first week is mostly a write-off. The standouts are the morning of Wednesday the 2nd of September (glassy, clean, 6ft north swell) and the morning of Friday the 4th of September (similar size, clean, strong energy). The rest is marginal or poor, so pick your days.
That’s the read. Stay keen, and check the tides on the bigger swells.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Thu afternoon, min 20°C on Sat night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Mon afternoon, min 21°C on Sun morning). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | |||||||||||||||
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 8 | N 6 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 6 | N 11 | N 10 | N 10 | NNW 14 | NNW 13 | NNW 12 | NNW 11 | NNW 10 | NNW 9 | N 9 | NNW 9 | N 8 | N 8 | NW 9 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
65 | 132 | 85 | 149 | 110 | 85 | 78 | 94 | 104 | 186 | 165 | 931 | 767 | 604 | 458 | 185 | 293 | 123 | 217 | 186 | 3 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 7:53PM1.54m | 8:35AM1.57m | 9:32PM1.46m | 10:15AM1.58m | 11:05PM1.52m | 11:30AM1.70m | 00:04AM1.65m | 12:19PM1.86m | 00:45AM1.80m | 12:57PM2.03m | 1:19AM1.94m | 1:31PM2.19m | 1:50AM2.07m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 1:29PM0.82m | 1:55AM0.89m | 3:05PM0.90m | 3:38AM0.94m | 4:50PM0.86m | 5:08AM0.85m | 5:55PM0.72m | 6:03AM0.71m | 6:38PM0.57m | 6:42AM0.56m | 7:13PM0.42m | 7:16AM0.42m | 7:44PM0.29m | ||||||||
7:26 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | |
— | 8:30 | — | — | 8:30 | — | — | 8:29 | — | — | 8:28 | — | — | 8:27 | — | — | 8:24 | — | — | 8:23 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 22 |
Feels °C | 21 | 22 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 21 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 8 | WNW 9 | N 8 | NW 9 | N 7 | WNW 8 | NNW 12 | N 11 | N 7 | N 10 | N 9 | NNW 13 | NNW 12 | NNW 11 | NNW 10 | NNW 9 | NW 10 | NNW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 |
65 | 35 | 43 | 19 | 110 | 13 | 50 | 94 | 67 | 186 | 106 | 931 | 767 | 604 | 458 | 185 | 4 | 123 | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 10 | SW 13 | WNW 9 | SW 14 | NW 8 | NW 11 | WNW 8 | WNW 9 | N 10 | N 12 | NNW 14 | WNW 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 7 | S 11 | NW 10 | W 7 | S 10 | W 9 |
38 | 7 | 31 | 8 | 18 | 4 | 14 | 16 | 104 | 26 | 165 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | S 13 | SW 14 | W 12 | SW 14 | N 14 | N 10 | S 13 | WNW 8 | WNW 9 | N 11 | — | W 8 | — | — | W 11 | W 10 | W 7 | S 11 | — | — |
7 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 7 | 39 | — | 1 | — | — | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 5 | N 8 | N 6 | N 7 | NE 6 | N 7 | N 6 | N 7 | NE 6 | — | — | NE 4 | NE 3 | NE 4 | NE 3 | N 5 | N 9 | N 5 | N 8 | N 8 | N 6 |
28 | 132 | 85 | 149 | 39 | 85 | 78 | 69 | 11 | — | — | 2 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 36 | 293 | 34 | 217 | 186 | 101 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 188 | 168 | 26 | 188 | 168 | 26 | 26 | 269 | 7 | 0 | 81 | 0 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 168 | 26 | 274 | 207 | 531 | 453 |
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Information about the Spew Pits Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Spew Pits provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Spew Pits can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Spew Pits 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 (Spew Pits) 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 Spew Pits 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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