Tubes Surf Break

Lat Long: 34.02° S 24.93° E

Tubes Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 7 am 21 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Tubes sea temperature is
13.7° C
5.2° 

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


Tubes surf forecast from 21 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 25 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 15s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Tuesday 25 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period, SW swell with 3,653 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 22 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 12s period with SSW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Tubes this week:

The surf forecast for Tubes over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 22) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.7m and 12s period with a secondary swell of 1.2m and 11s. Another secondary swell of 0.6m and 4s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Tubes in the next 16 days are 3.0m 14s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 25) at 11AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.5m 7s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 27) at 2AM.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 5AM (Sat 22nd Aug)5.5ft (1.7m) 12s
Best Surf 5AM (Tue 25th Aug)10ft (3.0m) 15s
Most Powerful11AM (Tue 25th Aug)10ft (3.0m) 14s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's get into it. We've got a long-range look at Tubes, a reef and point setup that's been consistent lately. The water's a chilly 57°F right now, which is a whopping 9° colder than usual for this time of year, so you'll want a thick wetsuit if you're heading out.

The first few days are a write-off, honestly. Friday the 21st and Saturday the 22nd are a mess with onshore winds and choppy conditions, despite a solid 8ft to 8ft SW swell rolling in. The energy's there, but the wind is ruining it. Just wait it out.

Things start turning around Sunday morning, August 23rd. That's the first real window. Clean 8ft SW swell with a gentle offshore wind. The energy is strong, and the sets are reasonable. There's early morning promise, but the crowd might be onto it too.

Monday, August 24th is your pick for the first week. Glassy offshore winds in the morning with a clean 7ft SW swell. The conditions will be pristine. This is a solid, clean day for the intermediate crew.

Then we get a bit of a gap. Tuesday the 25th sees a jump in size to 10ft, with excellent quality for the experienced. That's a big, powerful swell, but it's a little too big for beginners. The wind is clean, though.

The standout, the one you circle on the calendar, is Sunday, August 30th. It's a beast. A massive 18ft SW swell on Sunday morning, dropping to 15ft by the afternoon with offshore winds. This is only for the experts. It's a world-class, heavy wave at Tubes. The wind is offshore on the afternoon, making it absolutely perfect. This is the best on offer.

The long-range window into September keeps the quality high. Wednesday, September 2nd is a gem. Glassy conditions in the morning with a 8ft SW groundswell (14 second period). That's a long period, so it'll have some punch and good shape. The paddle out will be easier between sets.

Thursday, September 3rd morning is another big one for the experts: 15ft SW swell with clean winds. Then Friday, September 4th and Saturday, September 5th both have excellent, clean 10ft SW swells with offshore breezes. Saturday the 5th is a stunner – a 10ft SW swell with a 16-second period and light offshore wind. That's a proper, long-period groundswell. It's a bit far out, so be a little cautious, but it looks incredible.

Don't bother with the 26th or 27th of August – onshore winds ruin a good swell. The 29th has a big 10ft on the afternoon with offshore wind, but the morning is windy. The 30th is the real gem.

Alright, keep your eyes on that Sunday the 30th and the run into early September. Surf's coming.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Sun morning, min 13°C on Fri morning). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the WSW on Sat morning, calm by Sun night).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Some drizzle, heaviest during Tue night. Very mild (max 18°C on Mon afternoon, min 12°C on Mon night). Winds increasing (light winds from the SW on Mon morning, fresh winds from the E by Wed afternoon).

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Saturday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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12
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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662
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822
777
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1708
3093
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Wind (km/h)
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NNE
40
WSW
30
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High Tide
9:08AM0.94m
10:35PM1.00m
12:36PM0.96m
00:52AM1.07m
1:40PM1.10m
1:44AM1.20m
2:15PM1.24m
2:18AM1.33m
2:43PM1.39m
2:47AM1.44m
3:10PM1.52m
3:15AM1.54m
3:36PM1.63m
3:42AM1.60m
Low Tide
3:08PM0.75m
5:54AM0.72m
6:33PM0.74m
7:28AM0.60m
7:41PM0.62m
8:04AM0.46m
8:16PM0.49m
8:32AM0.33m
8:46PM0.36m
8:58AM0.21m
9:14PM0.25m
9:23AM0.11m
9:41PM0.15m
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Information about the Tubes Surf forecast

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