Surf Forecasts:
Tenia surf forecast from 8 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 8 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 9s period, SE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 15 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 10s period, SSW swell with 867 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 8 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 9s period with SE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Tenia this week:
The surf forecast for Tenia over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 08) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.5m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 14s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Tenia in the next 16 days are 2.1m 10s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 15) at 11AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (+11) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8PM (Sat 8th Aug) | 1.5ft (0.5m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 8PM (Sat 8th Aug) | 1.5ft (0.5m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 11AM (Sat 15th Aug) | 7ft (2.1m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Tenia over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for the next couple of weeks.
Right off the bat, it’s a slow start. The first few days are pretty lacklustre, with tiny, weak swell and nothing to get excited about. We’ve got a gap of about a week where the surf is just not worth paddling out for. The first real whisper of something better comes towards the end of that first week, but it’s not until the following week that we see a proper pulse.
The standout window is shaping up to be around the 19th of August. The swell is building nicely, but more importantly, the wind is looking clean. On Wednesday morning the 19th, we’ve got a solid 5ft SSW swell wrapping in with a cross-offshore breeze. That’s the kind of combo that makes a reef break like Tenia (Tenia) really shine. The water temp is sitting at 73°, which is pretty much spot on for this time of year, so no surprises there.
That morning, the energy is strong (1128), and the period is a solid 14 seconds. That’s proper groundswell, meaning better shaped waves and more punch. Just keep in mind, with a 5ft swell, it’s starting to get a bit too much for the groms and beginners. It’s more of an intermediate to expert session. The wind is light and cross-off, so expect clean, lined-up waves. The crowd factor is listed as “sometimes,” so you might have some company, but it’s not going to be a circus.
The 18th of August also has some decent size, 6ft, but the wind is a bit stronger, so the 19th is the cleaner pick. The swell direction from the SSW is a good match for the break, so it’s going to be a proper session.
Towards the very end of the run, on the 23rd of August, we get a glassy morning with 3ft S swell, and the energy is moderate (208). That’s a fun little score for the Sunday crew, but it’s not the standout.
So, to sum it up: the first week is a write-off. The real action is on the 19th of August. That’s the one to circle. Be ready for a solid, clean, groundswell session at Tenia.
Stay stoked,
Rusty
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Sat morning, min 18°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummarySome drizzle, heaviest during Thu night. Warm (max 21°C on Tue afternoon, min 19°C on Tue morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | |||||||||||||||
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Swell Height Map |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | ||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 9 | SE 9 | SE 9 | SE 14 | SE 11 | SE 12 | SE 9 | SW 9 | SSW 16 | SW 8 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 19 | SSW 19 | SW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SW 13 | SW 8 | SSW 10 | SSW 10 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 67 | 40 | 28 | 67 | 31 | 37 | 62 | 21 | 51 | 25 | 21 | 20 | 37 | 36 | 79 | 51 | 94 | 162 | 163 | 494 | 565 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | cross | off | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | off | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | cross | glassy | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross |
High Tide | 4:31PM1.07m | 3:38AM0.93m | 5:46PM1.17m | 5:03AM0.94m | 6:44PM1.27m | 6:11AM0.99m | 7:31PM1.36m | 7:08AM1.06m | 8:12PM1.42m | 7:57AM1.12m | 8:50PM1.45m | 8:43AM1.16m | 9:25PM1.44m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 9:13AM0.25m | 10:28PM0.65m | 10:29AM0.21m | 11:57PM0.59m | 11:38AM0.14m | 00:59AM0.51m | 12:36PM0.07m | 1:47AM0.43m | 1:26PM0.02m | 2:28AM0.35m | 2:11PM0.01m | 3:06AM0.29m | 2:53PM0.04m | 3:42AM0.24m | |||||||
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 | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — |
 | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:38 | — | — | 5:38 | — | — | 5:38 | — | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:39 | — |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
Feels °C | 23 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 17 | 18 | 21 | 22 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 15 | 15 | 17 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 9 | SE 9 | SE 9 | SE 14 | SE 11 | SE 12 | SW 9 | SW 9 | S 5 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 | SSW 19 | SSW 19 | SW 18 | SW 11 | SW 10 | SW 9 | SW 8 | SSW 10 | SSW 10 |
| kJ | 67 | 40 | 28 | 67 | 31 | 37 | 21 | 19 | 9 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 37 | 36 | 79 | 40 | 58 | 115 | 154 | 494 | 565 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 11 | SSW 11 | SSW 13 | SSW 10 | SW 9 | SW 9 | SE 11 | SE 11 | SW 8 | SW 8 | SSW 8 | SSW 7 | SSE 6 | S 6 | SSE 6 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SW 13 | SSW 11 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 |
| kJ | 21 | 22 | 18 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 51 | 94 | 162 | 163 | 113 | 173 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSE 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 18 | S 4 | S 4 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SW 7 | SE 10 | SW 13 | S 5 | SSW 20 | SW 18 | SSW 18 | SW 13 | SE 12 |
| kJ | 22 | 21 | 19 | 17 | 31 | 3 | 1 | 21 | 51 | 25 | 21 | 20 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 38 | 86 | 120 | 7 | 6 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | S 3 | — | SE 9 | SSE 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SSW 5 | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 62 | 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | — | — |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 18 | 0 | 1263 | 1394 | 0 | 27 | 1266 | 0 | 0 | 75 | 50 | 50 | 84 | 0 | 1261 | 1261 | 1261 | 1261 | 1265 | 1261 |
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The above surf forecast table for Tenia provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Tenia can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Tenia 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 (Tenia) 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).
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