The Reef surf forecast from 21 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 23 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 12s period, WNW swell with 1,444 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for The Reef this week:
The most powerful waves expected at The Reef in the next 16 days are 2.3m 12s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 23) at 4AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.2m 5s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 23) at 1PM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 4AM (Sun 23rd Aug) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 12s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for The Reef over the next 16 days.
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