Noosa - Sunshine Beach Surf Break

Lat Long: 26.38° S 153.12° E

Noosa - Sunshine Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 pm 11 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Noosa - Sunshine Beach sea temperature is
20.5° C
0.6° 

Noosa - Sunshine Beach surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Noosa - Sunshine Beach surf forecast from 11 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 12 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 9s period, E swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Tuesday 18 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 8s period, ESE swell with 471 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 12 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 9s period with E swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Noosa - Sunshine Beach this week:

The surf forecast for Noosa - Sunshine Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 7s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Noosa - Sunshine Beach in the next 16 days are 2.0m 8s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 18) at 7AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.8m 4s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 10PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 7AM (Wed 12th Aug)2ft (0.6m) 9s
Best Surf 7AM (Wed 12th Aug)2ft (0.6m) 9s
Most Powerful 7AM (Tue 18th Aug)6.5ft (2.0m) 8s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Noosa - Sunshine Beach over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s cookin’ for Sunshine Beach over the next couple of weeks.

Right off the bat, it’s a tough start. We’re looking at a solid week of disappointment before anything remotely worthwhile shows up. There’s a big gap from now until the 23rd of August where the surf is just not happening. The wind is a mess, the swell is either too short-period or just plain messy with cross-onshore gunk. You’ll see building swell mid-week, but it’s wrapped in poor conditions. Honestly, from the 12th right through to the 22nd, you’re better off doing something else.

The first real glimmer comes on the morning of Sunday the 23rd of August. The wind will swing to a light cross-offshore from the NNW at 6 mph, and that’s the key. The swell will be a clean 5 ft from the E with a period of 11 seconds. That’s proper groundswell energy, and combined energy of all swells directed here sits at 498 (moderate). It’s still a touch big for beginners, but intermediate surfers will find some fun, clean lines. Just keep in mind that long period 11s swell can be a bit straight at a beach break, so you might be looking for a bank that’s working. Crowds are possible at Sunshine Beach, so get in early.

After that, Monday the 24th of August morning is worth a mention. Cross-offshore wind from the NW at 12 mph will keep it clean, with 4 ft from the E, though the period drops to 10 seconds and energy is 443 (moderate). It’s a step down, but still rideable.

Then, Tuesday the 25th of August morning is the standout of the whole run. The wind will be fully offshore from the WSW at 6 mph, glassy. Swell is 4 ft from the ENE with an 8-second period, giving combined energy of 215 (moderate). The offshore wind is a huge plus, and that’s your best bet for the cleanest, most lined-up waves of the whole forecast. It’s a little small for the experts, but for the average surfer, it’s perfect.

The second week is a bit hit and miss. The 22nd of August has some size (7 ft from the E, 11 seconds), but the wind is light cross-shore, and it’s only rated marginal. The 27th of August shows 5 ft from the SE, but it’s cross-shore again.

So, the takeaway is: the first week is a write-off. The second week offers a couple of clean windows, with Tuesday the 25th being the real winner for clean, offshore surf. The 23rd is a solid second pick if you want a bit more size.

Keep your eyes on the forecasts, but right now, it’s a waiting game. Stay patient.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Wed morning, min 13°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Heavy rain (total 27mm), heaviest during Sat night. Very mild (max 19°C on Sat afternoon, min 15°C on Fri night). Mainly fresh winds.

Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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9
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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58
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41
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95
33
85
138
105
237
246
196
239
150
209
209
299
Wind (km/h)
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WNW
15
NE
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SW
25
SSW
20
ESE
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SSE
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High Tide
7:32AM1.47m
8:04PM2.08m
8:18AM1.54m
8:45PM2.04m
9:01AM1.57m
9:24PM1.94m
9:44AM1.58m
10:00PM1.81m
10:26AM1.56m
10:35PM1.65m
11:10AM1.52m
11:09PM1.49m
Low Tide
1:51AM0.30m
1:27PM0.13m
2:31AM0.23m
2:14PM0.11m
3:09AM0.20m
2:58PM0.15m
3:46AM0.21m
3:41PM0.24m
4:21AM0.25m
4:24PM0.37m
4:55AM0.31m
5:08PM0.52m
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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Information about the Noosa - Sunshine Beach Surf forecast

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