
Surf Forecasts:
Tea Break surf forecast from 12 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 17 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 10s period, E swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 17 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 12s period, E swell with 980 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 11 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 6s period with E swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Tea Break this week:
The surf forecast for Tea Break over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 11) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 6s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 9s. Another secondary swell of 0.1m and 11s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Tea Break in the next 16 days are 1.9m 12s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 17) at 11AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (AST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Tue 11th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 6s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Mon 17th Aug) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 11AM (Mon 17th Aug) | 6ft (1.9m) 12s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Tea Break over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, Rusty here. Let’s talk about what’s brewing for the next couple weeks. I’ll keep it real.
We’re looking at Tea Break, a consistent reef break that likes swell from the NNE. Water temp is 29°, right where you’d expect for this time of year, nothing wild.
From Tuesday 11 August right through Sunday 16 August, it’s a dead zone. Swell is mostly 4 ft to 6 ft, short-period E windswell (6-8 seconds), but the wind is cross all day – E at 12 to 19 mph – and every session is marked “poor surf conditions.” Combined wave energy runs moderate (119-471), but the chop and cross breeze kill it. That’s a solid six-day stretch of nothing.
Monday 17 August is the first flicker. Monday morning brings a jump to 7 ft from the E, with a 12-second period – that’s real groundswell. Energy hits 1235, which is strong. Wind is still cross from the E at 9 mph, and there’s a risk of thunderstorms. It’s called “marginal” – the size is there but the wind is messy. 7 ft is pushing beyond beginner territory, and on a reef with that long period E swell, it’ll run a bit straight but could still give some better lines. This is your best shot, but it ain’t clean. Monday afternoon is similar, 7 ft, 11 seconds, energy 1059, same cross wind.
Tuesday 18 August morning drops to 4 ft, 10 seconds, with a lighter cross breeze at 6 mph – a bit cleaner but energy is moderate (311) and it only rates a 1/10. Not worth it. From 19 August through 26 August, it’s all the same: small E windswell, 3 ft to 6 ft, short periods (5-8 seconds), cross winds, and poor conditions all the way.
The only real chance is Monday 17 August – that 7 ft groundswell has some punch, but you’ll be dealing with a cross wind. If you don’t mind a little chop, you might snag a few. Otherwise, it’s a long, quiet run. Forecasts can change, but right now it’s slim pickings.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 33°C on Thu afternoon, min 25°C on Tue night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 31°C on Sat morning, min 24°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | Sunday 16 | Monday 17 | ||||||||||||||
Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 7 | E 7 | E 6 | E 7 | E 8 | E 7 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | E 12 | E 11 | E 10 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
97 | 123 | 144 | 104 | 111 | 197 | 219 | 357 | 431 | 305 | 270 | 229 | 273 | 251 | 257 | 310 | 980 | 890 | 434 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off |
High Tide | 8:19PM0.87m | 7:39AM0.53m | 9:06PM0.85m | 8:44AM0.59m | 9:48PM0.81m | 9:46AM0.64m | 10:27PM0.75m | 10:44AM0.68m | 11:04PM0.68m | 11:41AM0.71m | 11:40PM0.60m | 12:37PM0.72m | 00:14AM0.53m | ||||||
Low Tide | 2:38AM0.25m | 1:51PM-0.06m | 3:18AM0.22m | 2:50PM-0.00m | 3:57AM0.19m | 3:48PM0.07m | 4:34AM0.15m | 4:46PM0.13m | 5:10AM0.12m | 5:45PM0.20m | 5:46AM0.09m | 6:46PM0.25m | |||||||
— | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | |
7:14 | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:12 | — | — | 7:10 | — | — | 7:10 | — | — | 7:09 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 26 | 31 | 31 | 27 | 32 | 33 | 28 | 32 | 32 | 27 | 31 | 31 | 26 | 30 | 30 | 26 | 29 | 28 | 27 |
Feels °C | 29 | 32 | 31 | 29 | 33 | 33 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 28 | 32 | 31 | 28 | 31 | 30 | 29 | 31 | 30 | 31 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 9 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NE 8 | NE 12 | NE 12 | NNE 13 | NNE 12 | NE 12 | NE 11 | NE 11 | NE 10 | NE 10 | NE 10 | NNE 10 | E 10 |
12 | 11 | 11 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 6 | 6 | 17 | 14 | 34 | 31 | 29 | 27 | 25 | 25 | 10 | 434 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 10 | — | — | — | N 14 | N 14 | N 13 | N 8 | N 15 | — | — | — | — | — | — | E 13 | — | — | NNE 10 |
2 | — | — | — | 4 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 14 | — | — | 9 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 7 | E 7 | E 6 | E 7 | E 8 | E 7 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | E 12 | E 11 | — |
97 | 123 | 144 | 104 | 111 | 197 | 219 | 357 | 431 | 305 | 270 | 229 | 273 | 251 | 257 | 310 | 980 | 890 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 73 | 660 | 0 | 73 | 400 | 7 | 73 | 401 | 7 | 645 | 1103 | 0 | 239 | 239 | 26 | 407 | 73 | 0 |
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Information about the Tea Break Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Tea Break provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Tea Break can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Tea Break 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 (Tea Break) 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 Tea Break 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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