Super Tubes Surf Break

Lat Long: 34.02° S 24.94° E

Super Tubes Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 7 am 29 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Super Tubes sea temperature is
18.3° C
0.7° 

Super Tubes surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Super Tubes surf forecast from 29 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 3 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 13s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 29 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 13s period, SSW swell with 1,444 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 2 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 13s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Super Tubes this week:

The surf forecast for Super Tubes over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 02) at 11AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 13s period. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Super Tubes in the next 16 days are 2.0m 13s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 29) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.5m 7s period and expected on Friday (Jul 31) at 11PM.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)11AM (Sun 2nd Aug)3.5ft (1.0m) 13s
Best Surf11AM (Mon 3rd Aug)5ft (1.5m) 13s
Most Powerful 8PM (Wed 29th Jul)6.5ft (2.0m) 13s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Super Tubes over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a proper look at what’s heading our way. The first few days are a bit of a write-off, but the second half of this 16-day window has some serious potential, especially for the crew who can handle a bit of size.

The water temp is sitting at 65°, which is pretty much normal for this time of year, so no surprises there.

Right now, and through the first few days of August, it’s a tough watch. That south-west swell is running but the onshore wind is just ruining it. You’ve got a consistent 5 ft to 7 ft SW swell hitting Super Tubes, but with a fresh onshore breeze, it’s just messy. The wave energy is moderate (1387), but the conditions are poor. Thursday and Friday are more of the same – wind is stiff and onshore. Saturday drops right off to 2 ft, not worth paddling out for.

Then we get a bit of a breather on Sunday, August 2nd. It’s glassy, dead calm, and the swell is small but clean. Only 3 ft to 4 ft from the SW, period around 13 seconds, so it’s a proper groundswell. The energy is low (352), but it will be clean. A good one for a longboard or a funboard if you just want to get wet.

Things really start to cook from Monday, August 3rd. The morning is glassy with a clean 5 ft SW swell (748 energy). The wind is light, the surf is building. By Wednesday, August 5th, we’ve got a nice 4 ft SW groundswell with a 15-second period and a gentle offshore wind. That’s a proper combo – the long period will make it wall up nicely at a point and reef setup like Super Tubes, and the offshore wind will keep it clean. The energy is moderate (861). This is a solid pick.

Now, the standout window. Thursday, August 6th is a big day. The morning is pumping with a 10 ft SW swell and glassy conditions. The energy is strong (2699). That is big, clean, and powerful. This is for experienced surfers only – over 8 ft, it’s expert territory. The afternoon drops a bit to 8 ft, but the wind goes cross-shore, so it might get a bit tricky.

But the absolute highlight of the whole forecast is Wednesday, August 12th. The morning is looking exceptional. A 20 ft WSW swell – that’s massive – with a light offshore breeze and a 12-second period. The energy is huge (10946). This is a proper, once-in-a-while event. This is absolutely for expert surfers only. The swell is so big it will be dangerous for anyone else. The afternoon backs off significantly to a 5 ft SSW groundswell with a 17-second period and a gentle offshore wind. That long period will make for some incredibly long, clean lines at the point, but it’s a completely different session.

The few days after that, on the 13th, are still excellent with a 8 ft SW swell, 15-second period, and light offshore winds. Still a solid wave for the experienced crew.

So, to wrap it up: the first week is a dud. The best surf is the big, clean swell on August 6th for the experts, and the absolute monster on August 12th for the brave. The week in between, from August 3rd to 5th, offers great, clean, manageable waves for the majority of competent surfers. Keep an eye on that 12th. It looks special.

- Rusty

Short Range Forecast

Some drizzle, heaviest during Wed morning. Very mild (max 18°C on Fri afternoon, min 10°C on Fri night). Winds increasing (light winds from the NNW on Wed night, fresh winds from the ENE by Fri morning).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Sun afternoon, min 11°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light.

Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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SW
13
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14
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13
1.8
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13
1.7
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13
1.6
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13
1.5
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1.3
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0.8
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11
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SSW
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
1387
1347
1444
1127
1011
919
732
504
281
161
123
264
336
431
367
744
802
624
246
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271
Wind (km/h)
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15
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High Tide
4:02PM1.53m
4:06AM1.55m
4:31PM1.59m
4:35AM1.57m
4:59PM1.64m
5:04AM1.57m
5:27PM1.66m
5:33AM1.54m
5:57PM1.64m
6:05AM1.48m
6:29PM1.60m
6:40AM1.39m
7:06PM1.52m
Low Tide
9:50AM0.16m
10:04PM0.25m
10:17AM0.10m
10:34PM0.20m
10:44AM0.07m
11:04PM0.18m
11:12AM0.07m
11:34PM0.18m
11:40AM0.09m
00:07AM0.21m
12:10PM0.15m
00:42AM0.27m
12:44PM0.24m
1:24AM0.35m
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Information about the Super Tubes Surf forecast

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