
Surf Forecasts:
Tabinha surf forecast from 3 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 5 Aug, 6AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 6s period, E swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 8 Aug, 6AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 7s period, ENE swell with 181 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 5 Aug, 6AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 6s period with E swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Tabinha this week:
The surf forecast for Tabinha over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 05) at 6AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 6s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Tabinha in the next 16 days are 1.5m 7s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 08) at 6AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (-03) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 6AM (Wed 5th Aug) | 4ft (1.2m) 6s |
| Best Surf | 6AM (Wed 5th Aug) | 4ft (1.2m) 6s |
| Most Powerful | 6AM (Sat 8th Aug) | 5ft (1.5m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Tabinha over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get into it. I’ll be straight with you – this stretch is a tough one. We’ve got a 16-day window, but the surf is a real challenge. The first option doesn’t pop up until the 3rd of August, and after that, the whole run is a grind. There are no days where you can really get excited, so temper your expectations.
We’re looking at Tabinha as the only spot on the radar. It’s a consistent, intermediate-level break, exposed to the swell, and it’s got a little something coming from the east. The water’s sitting at 82°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so you won’t need a thick suit.
The whole period is plagued by short-period windswell – that 6-second period is a real killer. It’s weak, crumbly, and just doesn’t have any push. The combined swell energy is mostly in the low to mid 100s (122 on the 3rd morning), which is only moderate energy, and it barely gets better. The wind is a constant problem too, mostly a moderate cross-shore breeze from the ESE or E at 12 to 16 mph, which keeps the surface messy with a cross-chop.
From the 3rd of August right through to the 12th, it’s the same story – poor surf conditions every single day. The swell wobbles between 3 ft and 5 ft from the east or east-northeast, but it’s all wind-chop. There’s a brief moment on the 5th and 13th of August where the morning wind goes cross-offshore and cleaner, but the swell is still that short, weak windswell. The 13th morning does see a little jump in energy to 199, but it’s still only 5 ft at 7 seconds – not enough to save it.
The 14th and 15th of August offer a few more cleaner windows in the morning, but the swell is still tiny and weak. The 17th and 18th of August are the same story – cleaner mornings, but the swell is maxing out at 5 ft with a 7-second period. It’s just not enough to get stoked about.
To be honest, this setup looks more interesting for a kite surfer than a paddle surfer, given the consistent cross-shore winds and the lack of any real groundswell. There’s just nothing here that qualifies as a standout. It’s a long, flat, and choppy run. Forecasts can change, but right now, I’d leave the boards at home.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Tue morning. Warm (max 29°C on Wed morning, min 24°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Thu night. Warm (max 29°C on Fri morning, min 25°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 3 | Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 5 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 |
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113 | 102 | 60 | 78 | 99 | 85 | 94 | 108 | 85 | 116 | 112 | 62 | 124 | 118 | 140 | 170 | 170 | 110 | 103 | 103 | 68 | |
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Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-on |
High Tide | 7:44PM2.53m | 8:02AM2.50m | 8:28PM2.45m | 8:52AM2.34m | 9:21PM2.36m | 9:55AM2.18m | 10:29PM2.29m | 11:16AM2.08m | 11:50PM2.29m | 12:44PM2.10m | 1:10AM2.40m | 2:01PM2.23m | 2:19AM2.59m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 1:36PM0.37m | 1:54AM0.47m | 2:16PM0.48m | 2:43AM0.56m | 3:05PM0.61m | 3:44AM0.65m | 4:07PM0.73m | 5:01AM0.69m | 5:27PM0.80m | 6:29AM0.64m | 6:52PM0.76m | 7:47AM0.48m | 8:04PM0.62m | ||||||||
5:41 | — | — | 5:41 | — | — | 5:41 | — | — | 5:41 | — | — | 5:41 | — | — | 5:41 | — | — | 5:41 | — | — | |
— | 5:39 | — | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:39 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 28 | 28 | 26 | 28 | 28 | 26 | 29 | 28 | 26 | 28 | 28 | 26 | 29 | 28 | 26 | 28 | 28 | 26 | 29 | 28 | 26 |
Feels °C | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 27 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 7 | NNE 9 | NE 9 | NNE 9 | NNE 9 | NNE 9 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | N 8 | NNE 8 | — | — | N 10 | N 10 | N 10 | N 10 | N 10 | N 10 | NNE 10 |
6 | 6 | 5 | 16 | 19 | 15 | 15 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 1 | 6 | — | — | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 9 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 12 | N 11 | NNE 10 | N 10 | — | N 9 | — | — | — | — | — | N 10 | — | N 11 | — | — | N 7 | N 7 | — | — | N 10 |
3 | 2 | 10 | 2 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | 2 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | 2 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | N 11 | N 11 | N 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | 3 | 2 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 5 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 |
113 | 102 | 60 | 78 | 99 | 85 | 94 | 108 | 85 | 116 | 112 | 62 | 124 | 118 | 140 | 170 | 170 | 110 | 103 | 103 | 68 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 591 | 2197 | 426 | 1220 | 1796 | 522 | 1196 | 750 | 701 | 1057 | 1813 | 701 | 1052 | 2191 | 2173 | 1052 | 2170 | 1052 | 1052 | 1813 | 2174 |
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Information about the Tabinha Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Tabinha provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Tabinha can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Tabinha 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 (Tabinha) 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 Tabinha 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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