
Surf Forecasts:
Stockton Beach surf forecast from 12 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 13 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 7s period, SSW swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 17 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 7s period, SE swell with 479 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 12 Aug, 7PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 9s period with S swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Stockton Beach this week:
The surf forecast for Stockton Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 7PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Stockton Beach in the next 16 days are 2.1m 7s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 17) 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 0.5m 3s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 10PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7PM (Wed 12th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 7AM (Thu 13th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 7s |
| Most Powerful | 4AM (Mon 17th Aug) | 7ft (2.1m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Stockton Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, Rusty here. Let’s take a look at what Stockton Beach has cookin’ over the next couple weeks. It’s not exactly pumping right away, but there’s a big pulse of energy way down the line that’s got me talking.
The first real surf comes Wednesday morning, 12 August. A south swell at 4ft with a 10-second period, coming from the south. Water temp’s 64°F, a bit colder than usual for this time of year—you’ll notice it. Combined energy is moderate at 268. Wind’s from the west-northwest at 9 mph, cross-offshore, keeping things clean. Not a bad start, but nothing special.
Wednesday afternoon sees the swell drop to 3ft, still south with a 9-second period. Wind goes west at 9 mph, offshore and clean. Energy drops to 167, so it’s weak. Surfable, but ordinary.
Thursday morning, 13 August, brings a bit more kick—south-southwest swell at 4ft, but the period’s short at 7 seconds. Wind is southwest at 9 mph, cross-off, and it stays clean. Energy nudges up to 288. It’s the best early option, but that short period means the waves won’t have much shape. Thursday afternoon gets wrecked by onshore wind, so skip it.
Friday morning, 14 August, has a small 3ft south swell with a 7-second period, but the wind goes glassy—light west at 3 mph. Combined energy is only 149, so it’s weak, but if you want a sneaky clean session, this is your moment. By afternoon, onshore wind kills it.
Saturday 15 August and Sunday 16 August are total write-offs—rain showers, onshore winds, and choppy mess. Swell picks to 5ft on Saturday morning with energy up to 470, but it’s all junk. Not worth paddling out.
The next week stays poor through to the end of August 23. Small swells, onshore winds, and ordinary conditions. Monday 24 August morning has a hint of hope with a light 3ft east-northeast swell, 10-second period, and light offshore wind from the west-southwest at 3 mph. Energy is 157, so it’s weak, but it’s clean. Still, just a tease.
Now, the big standout. Thursday 27 August. This is the one. A solid south swell rolls in at 10ft—yes, that’s serious size—with a 10-second period. Combined energy is a massive 2418, which is strong-to-very-strong energy. Wind is offshore from the west at 6 mph, glassy and clean. But look, this is Stockton Beach—an exposed beach break. At 10ft, it’s for experienced surfers only. Beginners, don’t even think about it. The period is moderate at 10 seconds, so it won’t be too weird, but at that size, it’s a big, powerful ocean. Thursday afternoon drops to 8ft, with the wind turning cross-onshore from the southeast, making it messy. Still big, but quality drops.
Overall, the whole 16-day window is pretty flat and average except for that one big day on Thursday 27 August. If you’re experienced, mark it. For everyone else, it’s a long wait. Forecasts can change, but that’s the story right now.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Fri night. Very mild (max 18°C on Wed afternoon, min 11°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 18mm), heaviest on Sat morning. Very mild (max 16°C on Sat afternoon, min 13°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
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) | S 10 | S 9 | S 8 | SSW 7 | S 8 | S 8 | S 7 | S 9 | SSE 8 | S 9 | SSE 8 | S 7 | SSE 6 | SSE 7 | SE 7 | E 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
237 | 134 | 90 | 147 | 196 | 283 | 86 | 158 | 123 | 297 | 295 | 216 | 149 | 166 | 357 | 161 | 204 | 171 | 180 | 125 | 117 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | cross-on | off | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | glassy |
High Tide | 8:03PM1.87m | 8:44AM1.39m | 8:49PM1.83m | 9:26AM1.44m | 9:32PM1.74m | 10:08AM1.45m | 10:14PM1.61m | 10:48AM1.45m | 10:54PM1.46m | 11:30AM1.42m | 11:35PM1.30m | 12:12PM1.39m | 00:16AM1.16m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 1:36PM0.30m | 2:42AM0.06m | 2:27PM0.26m | 3:22AM0.07m | 3:15PM0.26m | 4:01AM0.12m | 4:02PM0.29m | 4:37AM0.19m | 4:49PM0.36m | 5:12AM0.28m | 5:38PM0.44m | 5:46AM0.37m | 6:30PM0.53m | ||||||||
6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | |
— | 5:21 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:23 | — | — | 5:24 | — | — | 5:24 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | — | 1 | 3 |
Temp °C | 16 | 18 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
Feels °C | 12 | 14 | 9 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 14 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 10 | S 9 | S 8 | S 7 | S 8 | S 8 | S 7 | S 9 | SSE 8 | SSE 7 | ENE 9 | SSE 7 | SSE 6 | SSE 15 | E 10 | SSE 7 | S 9 | S 8 | S 8 | S 8 | ESE 7 |
237 | 134 | 90 | 106 | 196 | 283 | 86 | 158 | 123 | 121 | 17 | 197 | 149 | 45 | 8 | 120 | 57 | 34 | 21 | 21 | 117 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 10 | ENE 9 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | S 10 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | SSE 19 | SSE 17 | SSE 16 | ENE 10 | S 17 | S 9 | SSW 11 | S 12 | S 12 | S 11 | S 8 |
31 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 17 | 45 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 35 | 59 | 53 | 20 | 6 | 40 | 41 | 12 | 3 | 9 | 23 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | S 15 | — | S 16 | S 19 | S 17 | ENE 10 | SSE 16 | SSE 16 | SSE 19 | S 13 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | S 12 | S 16 | S 16 | — | SE 10 | E 13 | SE 12 | ESE 10 |
— | 4 | — | 5 | 7 | 5 | 18 | 53 | 25 | 35 | 12 | 18 | 19 | 3 | 21 | 5 | — | 4 | 3 | 6 | 10 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 3 | — | W 3 | SSW 7 | — | — | — | — | — | S 9 | SSE 8 | S 7 | — | SSE 7 | SE 7 | E 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | — |
1 | — | 3 | 147 | — | — | — | — | — | 297 | 295 | 216 | — | 166 | 357 | 161 | 204 | 171 | 180 | 125 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 414 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 46 | 0 | 46 | 209 | 172 | 284 | 366 | 285 | 98 | 2 | 0 |
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The above surf forecast table for Stockton Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Stockton Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Stockton Beach 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 (Stockton Beach) 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 Stockton Beach 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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