
Surf Forecasts:
Strand (Pipe) surf forecast from 9 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 10 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 14s period, SSW swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 9 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 12s period, SW swell with 2,296 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 10 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 14s period with SSW 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 Monday (Aug 10) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.7m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 11s. Another secondary swell of 1.7m and 9s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Strand (Pipe) in the next 16 days are 3.0m 12s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 09) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.2m 8s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 2AM.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Mon 10th Aug) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Mon 10th Aug) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Sun 9th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 12s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Strand (Pipe) over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, surfers, Rusty here. Looking at the coming weeks, it’s a bit of a mixed bag for Strand (Pipe). We’ve got some solid swell pulses lined up, but the wind is going to be the real gatekeeper. The water temp is sitting at a fairly average 59°F for the time of year, so you won’t need the thickest steamer just yet.
The week kicks off with a bit of a struggle this Sunday the 9th. There’s a solid 5ft SW groundswell (12 sec period) in the morning, but that strong cross-off wind is going to chop it up, making for a messy session. The swell energy is moderate-high (1115), but the quality just isn’t there.
We get a real standout on Tuesday the 11th. The morning brings a clean 6ft S swell with a 12-second period and a gentle offshore breeze from the east. This is the one to circle. The combined energy is strong (1550) and the offshore wind will have the waves peeling nicely. It’s intermediate-friendly territory, but watch for the crowd.
Wednesday the 12th is a close second. We’re looking at a glassy morning with a 4ft SW groundswell with a very long 18-second period. The combined energy is moderate-strong (1085), and that glassy wind will make for some beautiful, clean lines on the sets. The long period means the sets will be defined, which helps with the paddle out.
Later in the week, from Thursday the 13th into Friday the 14th, the swell drops off but the winds stay light and clean. The surf gets smaller, around 3ft, but it will be clean. A good option for a log or a fun mid-length.
We then hit a long, flat spell from the 15th through the 19th of August. The swell almost entirely vanishes, with onshore and cross-shore winds making things a write-off. A real quiet period, I’m afraid.
Now, if you’re a patient soul, the end of the forecast window is very promising. Look at Friday the 21st of August. This is for the experts. Both morning and afternoon are completely glassy with a pumping 8ft SSW swell (13 sec period). The combined energy is massive, hitting 2206 in the afternoon. That’s a powerful, clean swell with no wind on it whatsoever. It will be a serious, heavy day and only for those with the skills to handle it. The following Saturday and Sunday look good too, but the wind gets a little tricky.
So, the real standouts are Tuesday the 11th and Friday the 21st of August. The 11th for the clean, manageable size and offshore wind, and the 21st for the raw, glassy power for the experienced crew. Get on it.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Sun morning. Very mild (max 17°C on Tue afternoon, min 9°C on Mon night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the SSE on Sun afternoon, light winds from the ESE by Tue afternoon). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Fri afternoon, min 13°C on Wed morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | |||||||||||||||
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) | SW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | S 9 | SSW 10 | S 13 | S 12 | SSW 12 | SW 22 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 14 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
786 | 1944 | 1126 | 461 | 598 | 1866 | 1022 | 355 | 770 | 973 | 985 | 844 | 1533 | 1282 | 619 | 355 | 350 | 299 | 272 | 253 | 268 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | off | off | glassy | glassy | off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | on | cross-off |
High Tide | 12:49PM1.23m | 1:06AM1.36m | 1:46PM1.39m | 2:01AM1.47m | 2:32PM1.53m | 2:47AM1.55m | 3:14PM1.64m | 3:29AM1.58m | 3:53PM1.70m | 4:08AM1.58m | 4:29PM1.71m | 4:45AM1.53m | 5:04PM1.66m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 6:58PM0.39m | 7:33AM0.22m | 7:56PM0.25m | 8:21AM0.10m | 8:45PM0.13m | 9:02AM0.02m | 9:28PM0.05m | 9:40AM-0.02m | 10:08PM0.02m | 10:16AM-0.01m | 10:46PM0.04m | 10:51AM0.05m | 11:22PM0.10m | ||||||||
7:30 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | |
— | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:10 | — | — | 6:12 | — | — | 6:12 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:14 | — | |
mm | 5 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 12 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 13 | 17 | 13 | 18 | 21 | 19 | 23 | 25 | 22 | 25 | 26 | 23 | 20 | 23 | 17 |
Feels °C | 5 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 9 | 13 | 9 | 16 | 19 | 16 | 21 | 23 | 19 | 22 | 24 | 21 | 15 | 20 | 17 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 12 | — | SSW 11 | SW 11 | SSW 10 | S 13 | S 12 | SSW 12 | SE 8 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 14 |
786 | — | 1126 | 254 | 598 | 1866 | 1022 | 355 | 126 | 973 | 985 | 844 | 1533 | 1282 | 619 | 355 | 350 | 299 | 272 | 253 | 268 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | S 18 | SSW 14 | WSW 11 | SW 26 | SW 24 | SW 22 | SE 8 | SE 9 | SW 21 | SE 6 | SE 11 | SE 8 | SE 11 | SSE 6 | SSE 5 | SE 11 | SE 11 | SE 11 |
— | — | — | 6 | 308 | 101 | 27 | 148 | 770 | 58 | 70 | 467 | 11 | 30 | 17 | 31 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | SW 10 | — | SW 26 | WSW 10 | SSW 11 | SW 10 | SW 10 | SE 10 | ESE 9 | — | — | — | SE 11 | SE 11 | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | 212 | — | 27 | 20 | 167 | 54 | 26 | 73 | 9 | — | — | — | 5 | 5 | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 7 | SSW 12 | SSE 8 | S 9 | SE 6 | ENE 4 | SE 7 | SE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 9 | ESE 8 | ESE 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
329 | 1944 | 264 | 461 | 100 | 11 | 474 | 155 | 620 | 407 | 323 | 490 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 343 | 900 | 6 | 205 | 176 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
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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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