
Surf Forecasts:
Spew Pits surf forecast from 12 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 17 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 9s period, N swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 18 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 9s period, N swell with 295 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 17 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 9s 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 Monday (Aug 17) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 8s. 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 1.3m 9s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 18) at 4AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.1m 6s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 13) at 4AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7AM (Mon 17th Aug) | 4ft (1.2m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 7AM (Mon 17th Aug) | 4ft (1.2m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 4AM (Tue 18th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Spew Pits over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, folks, Rusty here. Let’s talk about what’s coming up for Spew Pits. This is an expert reef break that’s consistent and exposed to the swell, but it’s a fickle one. The whole 16-day window is a bit of a tough read, so I’ll walk you through it.
Right off the bat, we’ve got a long stretch of nothing. From the start of the period on Wednesday, August 12th, right through to Sunday, August 16th, it’s basically a write-off. The wave energy is there, but the conditions are just poor. The wind is a persistent cross or cross-offshore breeze from the NNE and N, coming in at 15 to 19 mph. That’s a fresh breeze, and it’s just killing the surface. The swell is small, around 2 ft to 5 ft from the NW, WNW, and N, with short periods of 6 to 9 seconds. The combined energy is weak to moderate (78 to 276), but it doesn’t matter when the wind’s messing it up. The water is 74°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so at least you won’t freeze while you’re getting skunked.
Then we get a little glimmer on Monday, August 17th. The morning session shows a marginal forecast with a 1/10 score. The swell is 4 ft from the N with a 9-second period, and the wind drops to 12 mph from the NNE, still cross-offshore. The combined energy is moderate (228). It’s not great, but it’s the first sign of life. The afternoon is still poor, though.
Tuesday, August 18th, is where it gets a bit more interesting. The morning has a 1/10 score again, with 4 ft from the N, a 9-second period, and the wind lightens up to 9 mph from the NNW, which is a cross breeze. The energy jumps to 323 (moderate). It’s still marginal, but the lighter wind is a step in the right direction. The afternoon is a cross-on mess, so forget that.
Wednesday, August 19th, and Thursday, August 20th, are both marginal in the mornings with 3 ft to 4 ft from the N, 9-second period, and light winds. The energy is around 210 and 195. It’s clean, but the swell is small. Not really worth paddling out for unless you’re desperate.
Now, the standout window. Look at Friday, August 21st, and Saturday, August 22nd. The swell builds to 4 ft to 5 ft from the N, with periods of 8 to 9 seconds. The wind is still cross or cross-offshore from the N and NNE at 15 to 19 mph, which is a moderate to fresh breeze. The energy is strong (261 to 309). The Saturday morning session is clean, with a cross-off wind. This is the best shot you’ll get. The swell is still manageable for experts, but it’s not too big. The wind is holding it together. Sunday, August 23rd, is also clean in the morning, with 4 ft from the N and a 9-second period, but the energy drops a bit (215).
After that, the last week from Monday, August 24th, to Thursday, August 27th, is back to small, clean but weak surf. The swell drops to 3 ft to 4 ft from the N, with 8–9 second periods, and the wind is cross-off or cross from the NE and NNE at 12 to 15 mph. The energy is moderate (146 to 253). It’s a bit of a fizzle.
So, the only real standout is the Saturday morning, August 22nd. The swell is 5 ft from the N, with a 9-second period, and the wind is cross-offshore at 15 mph. The energy is 284. It’s clean, it’s consistent, and it’s the best you’ll get. The crowd is marked as "sometimes," so you might have some company, but it’s an expert reef, so it’ll thin out. The water is a touch warmer than usual, but that’s a minor detail.
Don’t get your hopes up for the rest of the window. It’s a long, dry spell with a few marginal days. Keep your eye on the 22nd, and if you’re an expert, that’s your day.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Wed morning, min 21°C on Wed morning). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Mon afternoon, min 22°C on Sat morning). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | Sunday 16 | Monday 17 | Tuesday 18 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 9 | WNW 9 | NW 10 | N 6 | N 6 | N 6 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 8 | N 7 | N 8 | N 8 | N 9 | N 9 | N 9 | N 9 | N 9 | N 10 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
41 | 56 | 94 | 89 | 98 | 95 | 104 | 131 | 173 | 206 | 183 | 191 | 156 | 169 | 217 | 209 | 224 | 288 | 282 | 239 | 255 | |
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-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | cross | cross-on | cross |
High Tide | 2:05PM2.53m | 2:34AM2.31m | 2:48PM2.61m | 3:14AM2.34m | 3:28PM2.61m | 3:53AM2.31m | 4:07PM2.52m | 4:30AM2.23m | 4:45PM2.36m | 5:07AM2.11m | 5:22PM2.15m | 5:44AM1.97m | 6:02PM1.93m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 8:24PM-0.04m | 8:31AM0.08m | 9:05PM-0.08m | 9:11AM0.06m | 9:43PM-0.04m | 9:49AM0.10m | 10:20PM0.06m | 10:26AM0.19m | 10:55PM0.21m | 11:04AM0.33m | 11:30PM0.39m | 11:44AM0.49m | 00:07AM0.57m | ||||||||
7:22 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | |
— | 8:37 | — | — | 8:37 | — | — | 8:36 | — | — | 8:36 | — | — | 8:35 | — | — | 8:34 | — | — | 8:32 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 24 |
Feels °C | 21 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 25 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 9 | WNW 9 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | WNW 9 | NW 9 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | N 8 | N 9 | N 9 | N 9 | N 9 | N 9 | N 10 |
41 | 56 | 94 | 86 | 84 | 65 | 53 | 49 | 59 | 65 | 56 | 35 | 33 | 32 | 217 | 209 | 224 | 288 | 282 | 239 | 255 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 13 | NNW 12 | NNW 11 | NNW 11 | NNW 10 | NNW 10 | NNW 8 | NW 11 | WNW 9 | S 16 | S 15 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 9 |
34 | 49 | 43 | 39 | 20 | 19 | 24 | 31 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 17 | 13 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 8 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 13 | WNW 11 | NNW 7 | N 11 | N 13 | N 12 | NNW 11 | N 11 | N 10 | NW 11 | — | SW 15 | S 14 | S 13 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | NNW 8 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 |
3 | 12 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 13 | 9 | 8 | 5 | — | 8 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 5 | N 6 | N 6 | N 6 | N 6 | N 6 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 8 | N 7 | N 8 | NNE 3 | — | NNW 3 | — | NNW 8 | — | — |
54 | 64 | 62 | 89 | 98 | 95 | 104 | 131 | 173 | 206 | 183 | 191 | 156 | 169 | 2 | — | 1 | — | 27 | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 274 | 274 | 26 | 26 | 274 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 168 | 168 | 188 | 168 | 188 | 26 | 26 | 168 | 3 | 26 | 61 | 26 |
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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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