Surf Forecasts:
Swamis surf forecast from 19 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 24 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 14s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 19 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 16s period, SSW swell with 387 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 19 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 16s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Swamis this week:
The surf forecast for Swamis over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 19) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 7s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Swamis in the next 16 days are 0.9m 16s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 19) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8PM (Wed 19th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Mon 24th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 2PM (Wed 19th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Swamis over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s talk in feet, because that’s how we do it. Swamis is the only break in the game, and the water’s about 71°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year. That’s a nice little bonus.
The first few days are a desert. Tuesday 18th August has a 2ft swell from the SSW, period 17 seconds, and the combined energy is moderate at 395. Offshore wind from the W at 9 mph, so it’ll be clean, but the wave comment says “poor surf conditions.” From Wednesday 19th through to the end of August, it’s all small and marginal, with cross-on winds and barely a ripple worth paddling for. You’re looking at about a week of nothing.
Things start to perk up at the end of August. Saturday 29th August brings a 4ft swell from the SSW, period 17 seconds, energy at 799 (moderate), and light cross-on wind from the SW at 6 mph. It’s still only marginal, but it’s the best we’ve got. Sunday 30th August is similar, 4ft and 15-second period, but the wind picks up to 9 mph from the SW, making it a bit choppy. The pick of the litter might be Saturday 29th afternoon, with 4ft from the SSW, 16-second period, energy at 807, and offshore wind from the WSW at 6 mph. That’s the cleanest session on offer, but don’t expect perfection.
The first week of September drops back into poor, small surf. For beginners, these waves are manageable, but for anyone looking for a proper barrel, this is a tough stretch. Swamis is a consistent spot, so it’s not a total write-off, but this run is flat. Surfers with patience might get a few on the last weekend of August, but that’s about it.
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Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Fri morning, min 21°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Sun morning, min 22°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 19 | Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SW 17 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 15 | SW 19 | SW 18 | SSW 14 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 382 | 387 | 242 | 239 | 236 | 170 | 156 | 137 | 98 | 90 | 239 | 222 | 224 | 194 | 273 | 194 | 177 | 330 | 264 | 208 | 203 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | on | on | glassy | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | on | glassy | on | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 2:33PM1.82m | 3:47PM1.79m | 8:25AM1.36m | 5:06PM1.83m | 8:27AM1.43m | 6:08PM1.91m | 8:41AM1.49m | 6:56PM2.01m | 8:58AM1.55m | 7:35PM2.10m | 9:16AM1.61m | 8:10PM2.17m | |||||||||
Low Tide | 10:59PM0.76m | 00:19AM0.65m | 10:08AM1.35m | 1:10AM0.54m | 11:57AM1.32m | 1:47AM0.43m | 12:51PM1.24m | 2:18AM0.34m | 1:31PM1.14m | 2:46AM0.27m | 2:06PM1.04m | 3:11AM0.24m | |||||||||
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 | 6:13 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — |
 | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:29 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:27 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:23 | — | — | 7:22 | — |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 25 | 25 | 22 | 24 | 25 | 22 | 26 | 25 | 22 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 27 | 26 | 23 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 23 |
Feels °C | 26 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 27 | 25 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 24 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 7 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 15 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SW 18 | SW 17 | W 6 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 |
| kJ | 74 | 387 | 242 | 239 | 236 | 170 | 156 | 137 | 98 | 90 | 239 | 222 | 135 | 135 | 273 | 194 | 177 | 54 | 264 | 208 | 203 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | W 7 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | WNW 6 | W 6 | WNW 6 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | W 10 | W 6 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 12 | SSW 13 | SW 17 | S 13 | S 13 | S 12 |
| kJ | 382 | 59 | 36 | 27 | 18 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 6 | 21 | 19 | 52 | 27 | 194 | 255 | 87 | 93 | 330 | 126 | 125 | 80 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 20 | W 14 | SW 18 | SW 19 | WNW 13 | WNW 12 | SW 18 | SSW 16 | SW 17 | SW 18 | SW 19 | SW 19 | SW 19 | W 6 | W 5 | SSW 15 | S 15 | S 13 | S 9 | W 18 | W 16 |
| kJ | 16 | 4 | 50 | 57 | 16 | 27 | 81 | 51 | 77 | 51 | 57 | 58 | 224 | 24 | 19 | 72 | 38 | 126 | 7 | 24 | 20 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 6 | WNW 6 | — | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | W 6 |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 23 | 33 | — | 50 | 52 | 73 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 45 | 246 | 0 | 24 | 46 | 0 | 46 | 46 | 0 | 46 | 45 | 0 | 45 | 45 | 0 | 45 | 45 | 0 | 45 | 46 |
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The above surf forecast table for Swamis provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Swamis can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Swamis 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 (Swamis) 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 Swamis 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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