Strand (Pipe) Surf Break

Lat Long: 34.12° S 18.83° E

Strand (Pipe) Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 pm 30 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Strand (Pipe) sea temperature is
14.5°C
1.1° 

Strand (Pipe) surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Strand (Pipe) surf forecast from 30 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 1 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 13s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 3 Sep, 11AM (local time) - 18ft (5.5m), 11s period, SSW swell with 7,198 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 30 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 12s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Strand (Pipe) this week:

The surf forecast for Strand (Pipe) over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 30) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 12s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Strand (Pipe) in the next 16 days are 5.5m 11s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Sep 03) at 11AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.0m 6s period and expected on Saturday (Sep 05) at 5PM.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)11PM (Sun 30th Aug)3.5ft (1.1m) 12s
Best Surf 8AM (Tue 1st Sep)6ft (1.8m) 13s
Most Powerful11AM (Thu 3rd Sep)18ft (5.5m) 11s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Strand (Pipe) over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s cut through the noise and have a proper look at the next couple of weeks at Strand (Pipe). It’s a mixed bag, so we’re gonna have to pick our moments.

The first few days are pretty quiet. Nothing doing really until next Tuesday, and even then it’s a bit average. We’ve got some chest-high stuff slated for Tuesday morning with a 6ft SSW swell at 14 seconds, but the cross-onshore breeze will chop it up. Not worth getting too excited about. That stretch from now until then is dead, so don’t hold your breath.

Now, the big one. The standout is next Thursday, September 3rd. That morning is where it’s at. We’re looking at a solid 18ft SSW swell at 11 seconds – that’s a lot of water moving. The combined energy is strong to very strong at (8901). It’s going to be big and powerful, definitely expert territory. Winds are cross-off and moderate, which should keep it reasonably clean, but this is a serious session for serious surfers only. The water is 58°, a bit colder than normal for this time of year. The afternoon sees the same swell but the wind jumps to 28 mph, so that’s a write-off. Don’t bother.

After that big pulse, it eases but stays contestable for a few days. Friday the 4th has a cleaner 7ft SSE swell in the morning, but a fresh cross-off breeze will make it a bit wild. The period drops to 9 seconds, so it'll be a bit lumpy. Not a standout by any means.

We get another shot the following Monday, September 7th. It’s not as big, but it’s got better wind. Morning has a 8ft SE swell at 10 seconds with a fresh offshore E wind. That’s a proper offshore, good for keeping the faces clean. By the afternoon, it’s up to 10ft and still offshore. This is a solid option, though it's hard to top that big Thursday morning.

The following week gets pretty tired. There’s a couple of glassy days, like Tuesday the 8th and Wednesday the 9th, but the swell is tiny – under 3ft. You’ll be on a longboard if you’re out at all. Then there is a bit of a pickup around Thursday the 10th and Friday the 11th, but it’s still pretty ordinary.

The real sleeper to watch is Saturday, September 12th. Early morning looks clean with a 8ft SSE swell at 9 seconds and glassy conditions. The energy is moderate (1351), and it’s clean. That’s a nice one for the experienced crew, a far cry from the chaos of the 3rd.

So, to wrap it up: If you want the big, heavy, hold-onto-yourself session, be out there Thursday morning, September 3rd. If you want something still solid but a bit more manageable, Monday the 7th looks good with that offshore wind. After that, it’s mostly a waiting game for the next proper swell.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Wed morning, min 9°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 12mm), heaviest on Wed night. Very mild (max 19°C on Wed afternoon, min 10°C on Fri night). Winds increasing (calm on Wed night, strong winds from the SSE by Thu afternoon).

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Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
1.6
SSW
12
1.2
SW
12
1.2
SW
11
1.2
SW
11
1.7
SSW
12
1.9
SSW
14
2.2
SSW
14
2.3
SW
14
2
SW
14
1.8
SW
13
1.6
SW
13
5.5
SSW
11
4
S
11
3.5
S
10
2.2
SSE
9
2
SSE
9
1.4
SSE
8
0.8
S
10
0.9
SSW
20
2.1
SSW
16
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
722
389
369
354
756
1291
1722
2037
1451
1083
778
7198
3680
2120
807
637
284
122
555
2269
Wind (km/h)
25
SSE
10
ESE
10
S
10
SSW
0
SW
10
SW
15
SSW
15
ESE
10
S
15
S
20
NNE
20
SSE
45
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25
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Wind State
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High Tide
4:31PM1.65m
4:47AM1.49m
5:02PM1.62m
5:21AM1.43m
5:37PM1.54m
6:00AM1.33m
6:17PM1.43m
6:46AM1.21m
7:09PM1.29m
7:53AM1.09m
8:29PM1.16m
9:45AM1.04m
10:28PM1.13m
Low Tide
10:44PM0.08m
10:48AM0.11m
11:18PM0.12m
11:21AM0.18m
11:54PM0.19m
11:58AM0.28m
00:38AM0.30m
12:45PM0.40m
1:37AM0.43m
1:53PM0.54m
3:13AM0.52m
3:57PM0.60m
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6:58
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6:23
6:24
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6:25
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6:28
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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Information about the Strand (Pipe) Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Strand (Pipe) provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Strand (Pipe) can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Strand (Pipe) 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 (Strand (Pipe)) 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 Strand (Pipe) 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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