The Pass Surf Break

Lat Long: 28.64° S 153.63° E

The Pass Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 am 09 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's The Pass sea temperature is
20.1° C
0.5° 

The Pass surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


The Pass surf forecast from 9 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 12 Aug, 4PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 9s period, E swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 13 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 8s period, SSE swell with 671 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 12 Aug, 4PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 9s period with E swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for The Pass this week:

The surf forecast for The Pass over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 4PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 9s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at The Pass in the next 16 days are 2.3m 8s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 13) at 10PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.1m 8s period and expected on Friday (Aug 14) at 1AM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 4PM (Wed 12th Aug)2.5ft (0.7m) 9s
Best Surf 4PM (Wed 12th Aug)2.5ft (0.7m) 9s
Most Powerful10PM (Thu 13th Aug)7.5ft (2.3m) 8s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for The Pass over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here again. Let's break it down in feet and Fahrenheit.

First week is pretty flat and funky at The Pass. Through the 16th of August, it's mostly small and wind-affected. You'll see a bump to about 6ft on Monday the 10th, but with strong cross-onshore winds, it's just lumpy and not worth it. Combined energy gets into moderate territory (362) but the quality is poor.

From the 12th to the 14th, it drops to around 2ft to 2ft. Some clean spells, but the energy is weak (31 to 89) – really only for a longboard if you're keen. A dry spell for sure.

Then the magic starts from the 17th of August.

The top call is Monday the 17th morning. The Pass will have a solid 8ft SE swell with clean offshore winds. Energy is 710 (strong) – that’s real power. It’s big, so not for beginners. The crowds will be there, it’s The Pass, but that’s the price for perfection.

Tuesday the 18th morning is another standout: 8ft SE groundswell with an 11-second period, combined energy a massive 1235 (very strong). Light winds, clean – this is the kind of day that sticks in your memory. That long period will work beautifully on the point.

The good run continues through the 20th and 21st with 6ft to 7ft E swell, clean conditions, even glassy on the 21st morning. The swell direction is spot on for the break. Energy stays high (528 to 753).

Right through to the 24th, you’ve got clean 5ft E swell with 10 to 11-second periods and glassy mornings. Consistent, quality waves. The crowds will be likely, but that’s just how it goes when the surf’s this good.

Water temp is about 68°F, which is average for the season.

So, the first week is a no-go. But from the 17th onward, it’s game on. The absolute best is the 17th morning, with Tuesday the 18th a close second.

- Rusty

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Mon morning, min 13°C on Mon night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the NNW on Mon morning, light winds from the WSW by Tue morning).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Some drizzle, heaviest during Fri night. Warm (max 20°C on Wed morning, min 12°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Sunday
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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Wind (km/h)
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30
NNW
25
WSW
15
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SSE
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High Tide
5:19PM1.64m
5:40AM0.98m
6:15PM1.78m
6:35AM1.05m
7:05PM1.87m
7:24AM1.13m
7:50PM1.91m
8:08AM1.21m
8:32PM1.88m
8:51AM1.27m
9:11PM1.78m
9:34AM1.31m
9:48PM1.64m
Low Tide
10:21AM0.20m
00:14AM0.22m
11:25AM0.11m
1:05AM0.11m
12:20PM0.03m
1:49AM0.04m
1:10PM-0.04m
2:28AM-0.00m
1:57PM-0.05m
3:05AM-0.01m
2:42PM-0.02m
3:40AM0.01m
3:26PM0.07m
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Information about the The Pass Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for The Pass provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at The Pass can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our The Pass 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 (The Pass) 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 The Pass 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.

The Pass is 26 km (16 miles) from Ballina. If you plan a holiday in North Coast - New South Wales, look for hotels and other accommodation in Ballina. Ballina has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

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