Surf Forecasts:
Tea Break surf forecast from 27 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 1 Sep, 5AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 10s period, E swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 31 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 11s period, E swell with 1,107 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 27 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 5s 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 Thursday (Aug 27) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 5s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 9s. Another secondary swell of 0.3m and 15s 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 2.2m 11s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 31) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (AST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2AM (Thu 27th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 5s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Tue 1st Sep) | 6ft (1.9m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Mon 31st Aug) | 7ft (2.2m) 11s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Tea Break over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get real about what’s coming our way. We’re looking at a pretty grim stretch ahead, so don’t get your hopes up too early.
We’ve got a run of poor surf conditions that just won’t let up. The first recommendation doesn’t even pop up until the 31st of August, and even then, it’s not exactly a day to call in sick for. That’s a solid gap of no real surf to speak of right from the start.
Tea Break (a reef setup) is the only spot on the cards. The water temp is sitting at a warm 84°, and that’s pretty much normal for this time of year, so nothing wild there.
Monday 31st August (afternoon) – This is the first sliver of hope, but it’s a mixed bag. The swell is coming from the E at 7 ft, with a period of 12 seconds. That’s a proper groundswell, and the combined energy is strong (1117). The problem? The wind is a moderate cross-shore from the ENE at 12 mph, which is going to mess up the surface. It’s also a marginal call, so the tide might be a factor. This one is for the keen crew who know the reef, but it’s not the standout.
Tuesday 1st September (morning) – Swell drops to 5 ft from the E, period at 10 seconds, and the energy is moderate (356). The wind is lighter, a gentle breeze from the ENE at 9 mph, so it’s a little less choppy. But again, it’s borderline, and the afternoon turns to rubbish with a risk of thunderstorms. Not the one.
The biggest pulse of the whole outlook hits on Monday 31st August (afternoon) , but it’s not clean. The swell direction is E, and the optimum for Tea Break is NNE, so the waves aren’t really lining up how we’d want. The 12-second period is nice for a reef, but the cross-shore wind is just enough to keep it from being a true standout.
Honestly, there’s no day here I’d be circling on the calendar. The second week is even quieter, with tiny swells and poor quality. If you’re desperate, the 31st is your best bet, but set your expectations low. This one’s a write-off for the most part.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 32°C on Sat morning, min 25°C on Wed night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Warm (max 32°C on Sun morning, min 25°C on Sat night). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | ||||||||||||||
Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 15 | E 8 | E 8 | NE 13 | E 8 | E 5 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | ENE 7 | E 12 | E 10 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 |
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39 | 50 | 165 | 60 | 127 | 100 | 108 | 137 | 165 | 168 | 178 | 181 | 134 | 136 | 1098 | 988 | 441 | 417 | 225 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | glassy |
High Tide | 8:11PM0.77m | 7:43AM0.55m | 8:43PM0.77m | 8:34AM0.60m | 9:14PM0.74m | 9:25AM0.65m | 9:44PM0.70m | 10:15AM0.70m | 10:14PM0.65m | 11:05AM0.75m | 10:46PM0.59m | 11:59AM0.78m | 11:21PM0.54m | ||||||
Low Tide | 2:26AM0.30m | 1:42PM0.12m | 2:55AM0.27m | 2:31PM0.16m | 3:23AM0.23m | 3:21PM0.20m | 3:50AM0.19m | 4:14PM0.23m | 4:21AM0.14m | 5:10PM0.27m | 4:55AM0.09m | 6:11PM0.30m | |||||||
— | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | |
7:02 | — | 7:01 | — | — | 7:00 | — | — | 7:00 | — | — | 7:00 | — | — | 6:59 | — | — | 6:58 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | — | 1 | 5 |
Temp °C | 27 | 31 | 30 | 27 | 31 | 31 | 28 | 32 | 31 | 28 | 32 | 31 | 27 | 30 | 31 | 27 | 31 | 32 | 26 |
Feels °C | 30 | 33 | 31 | 30 | 32 | 31 | 30 | 32 | 31 | 30 | 33 | 31 | 30 | 32 | 33 | 30 | 33 | 33 | 30 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 9 | E 8 | NE 14 | E 8 | NE 12 | NE 12 | NE 11 | NE 11 | NE 11 | NE 10 | NE 10 | NE 10 | NE 10 | ENE 7 | E 12 | E 10 | E 9 | — | E 9 |
24 | 50 | 46 | 46 | 52 | 51 | 44 | 42 | 41 | 26 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 136 | 1098 | 988 | 441 | — | 225 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 15 | NE 14 | NNE 10 | NE 13 | — | — | — | — | N 13 | — | N 12 | N 12 | — | NE 9 | — | — | — | — | — |
37 | 33 | 10 | 60 | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | 3 | 3 | — | 13 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 11 | NNE 11 | — | NNE 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | E 13 | — | — | — | — | — |
4 | 11 | — | 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 32 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 5 | E 5 | E 8 | E 5 | E 8 | E 5 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | — | — | — | — | E 9 | — |
39 | 24 | 165 | 34 | 127 | 100 | 108 | 137 | 165 | 168 | 178 | 181 | 134 | — | — | — | — | 417 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 645 | 844 | 0 | 400 | 405 | 7 | 545 | 400 | 7 | 261 | 857 | 0 | 410 | 407 | 25 | 73 | 176 | 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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