Surf Forecasts:
Spot x surf forecast from 31 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 4 Sep, 2PM (local time) - 18ft (5.5m), 16s period, SW swell with onshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 4 Sep, 2PM (local time) - 18ft (5.5m), 16s period, SW swell with 15,688 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 4 Sep, 2PM (local time) - 18ft (5.5m), 16s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Spot x this week:
The surf forecast for Spot x over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 04) at 2PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 5.5m and 16s period. The wind is predicted to be onshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Spot x in the next 16 days are 5.5m 16s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 04) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (AWST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2PM (Fri 4th Sep) | 18ft (5.5m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 2PM (Fri 4th Sep) | 18ft (5.5m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 2PM (Fri 4th Sep) | 18ft (5.5m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Spot x over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, Rusty here again. Let’s break it down in feet and miles per hour, same story.
Spot X is a reef break, exposed to the WSW swell, very consistent. The 16-day run has a big, messy start, one standout day, and a cleaner but smaller second week.
Overall
First day, September 1st, has very strong energy (3079), but onshore winds trash it. Through the first week, it’s mostly blown out. The gem is Tuesday, September 8th: glassy, 13ft SW groundswell with a very long period of 16 seconds—only for experts. Best on offer. After that, a gap of clean surf until September 14th. Second week has smaller, clean windows.
Day-by-Day
Tuesday, September 1st: 8ft from the WSW, 15-second period. Wind onshore. Very strong energy (3079). Messy, tricky. Over 5ft, so not for beginners.
Wednesday, September 2nd: 12ft, onshore wind, very strong energy (3843). Poor. Thursday and Friday get worse with 30-50 mph winds. Friday afternoon hits 18ft and 14802 energy—kite-surf stuff.
Saturday, September 5th: Near gale winds, 20ft. Only for the insane. Poor conditions through September 6-7th, though wind lightens. Monday morning has light breeze but 15ft—expert only.
Tuesday, September 8th – The Standout
Glassy, zero wind. 13ft SW groundswell, 16-second period. Exceptional for experts. Very strong energy (7570). Go early.
Wednesday, September 9th: 10-12ft, cleaner winds. Very strong energy (10346) with a 19-second period. Worth it for experts.
Thursday to Sunday, September 10-13th: Windy, surf drops from 12ft to 10ft, mostly choppy. Gap of clean waves.
Monday, September 14th – Second Week Highlight
Glassy morning, 7ft SW, 12-second period. Moderate energy (1337). Excellent for experienced surfers.
Tuesday, September 15th: Glassy morning, 8ft, 13-second period. Moderate energy (1933). Clean.
Wednesday, September 16th: Morning glass-off, light breeze. 8ft, 14-second period. Moderate energy (2046). Clean finish.
Crowds & Conditions
Crowds sometimes, especially on that September 8th standout. Water temp is average for this time of year.
Hit that Tuesday the 8th if you can handle it. Rusty out.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Wed morning. Very mild (max 16°C on Thu afternoon, min 14°C on Mon night). Winds increasing (light winds from the SW on Tue morning, strong winds from the WNW by Thu afternoon). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 13mm), heaviest on Sat afternoon. Very mild (max 16°C on Thu night, min 13°C on Fri morning). Winds increasing (light winds from the WSW on Fri afternoon, near gales from the WSW by Sat afternoon). | ||||||||||||||||||
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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) | WSW 16 | WSW 15 | WSW 14 | SW 14 | WSW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | WSW 11 | SW 15 | SW 16 | WSW 15 | SW 14 | SW 12 | WSW 13 | WSW 14 | WSW 15 | SW 16 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
4299 | 3079 | 2907 | 3563 | 3843 | 3668 | 4708 | 5462 | 4168 | 4999 | 13346 | 14802 | 8467 | 4769 | 9528 | 9061 | 7669 | 9093 | 9633 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | on | on |
High Tide | 11:29PM0.54m | 10:36AM0.34m | 11:51PM0.60m | 00:24AM0.64m | 1:24AM0.66m | 3:50AM0.67m | 5:36AM0.70m | ||||||||||||
Low Tide | 6:49AM0.30m | 3:50PM0.29m | 1:45PM0.22m | 1:47PM0.13m | 2:16PM0.05m | 2:49PM0.00m | 3:24PM-0.02m | ||||||||||||
— | 6:39 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | |
6:00 | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:02 | — | — | 6:02 | — | — | 6:04 | — | — | 6:05 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | 2 | 9 | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 15 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
Feels °C | 9 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 10 | 9 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 16 | WSW 15 | WSW 14 | SW 14 | WSW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | — | SW 15 | SW 16 | WSW 15 | SW 14 | — | WSW 13 | WSW 14 | WSW 15 | SW 16 |
4299 | 3079 | 2907 | 3563 | 3843 | 3668 | 4708 | 5462 | 4168 | — | 13346 | 14802 | 8467 | 4769 | — | 9061 | 7669 | 9093 | 9633 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 10 | S 10 | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 284 | 214 | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 6 | WSW 11 | — | — | — | NW 7 | SW 12 | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 149 | 4999 | — | — | — | 647 | 9528 | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 14 | 14 | 14 | 78 | 14 | 14 | 5 | 197 | 362 | 1688 | 2169 | 2548 | 212 | 2654 | 2669 | 78 | 14 | 144 | 20 |
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Information about the Spot x Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Spot x provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Spot x can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Spot x 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 (Spot x) 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 Spot x 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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