Surf Forecasts:
Tuckers surf forecast from 28 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 31 Aug, 6PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 12s period, SE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 1 Sep, 12AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 11s period, SE swell with 377 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 31 Aug, 6PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 12s period with SE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Tuckers this week:
The surf forecast for Tuckers over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 31) at 6PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 12s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Tuckers in the next 16 days are 1.3m 11s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 01) at 12AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 3s period and expected on Wednesday (Sep 02) at 12PM.
| Wave Type | Time (ADT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 6PM (Mon 31st Aug) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 12s |
| Best Surf | 6PM (Mon 31st Aug) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 12s |
| Most Powerful | 12AM (Tue 1st Sep) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 11s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Tuckers over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let's get into it. The forecast is quiet for a stretch, then things look to wake up later on.
Right now, we're looking at a flat spell. From the start of the period through the first week of September, there’s nothing worth paddling out for at Tuckers. The swell is tiny, often under 3 feet, and the wind is mostly onshore or cross-shore, making for poor conditions. We’ve got a solid week of this, so don’t bother checking the cam.
The first real glimmer shows up on Tuesday the 1st of September. Tuesday morning brings a 4ft swell from the southeast, with a period of 10 seconds, giving us moderate energy (277). The wind is cross-offshore and light, which should keep things smooth. That said, it’s a short-lived window—by the afternoon the wind picks up, and the size drops off.
After that, we go into another flat, quiet stretch with light winds but virtually no swell until the second week of the month.
Now, the standout window is around the 8th through the 11th of September. This is the real deal. On the 8th, a new swell from the north-northeast hits, with waves jumping to 7ft. That's a solid size—heading into expert territory. The period is 10 seconds, and the wave energy is very strong (814). The wind on Tuesday morning is a fresh cross-shore, making it lumpy, but the afternoon looks cleaner with a cross-offshore breeze on those 6ft waves. Wednesday the 9th holds 6ft from the same direction, with a long 11-second period and lighter cross-offshore winds. This is prime for a point break like Tuckers—long period groundswell, wrapping in, with clean conditions. The energy is still strong (750-817). Thursday the 10th is the pick of the bunch: a 5ft NE swell with an 11-second period, light winds, and very good surf conditions forecast. The energy is strong (643). The water temperature is about average for this time of year.
By Friday the 11th, the swell backs off to 3ft, but the wind goes offshore from the north, keeping things clean and fun.
For that main push, Tuesday the 8th is for the experienced crew only with the bigger sets. But Thursday the 10th is the one to pencil in—the balance of size, period, light wind, and clean conditions makes it the best on offer within this whole stretch. Tuckers is exposed to the ESE, and the swell direction is NE, which puts it in a good window for the break’s optimum. Crowds are *sometimes* a thing here, so it could be busy when the waves show up.
The forecast confidence for the second week is typical for that range—promising, but you’ll want to keep an eye on it as we get closer.
This has been Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 7mm), mostly falling on Thu night. Warm (max 28°C on Thu night, min 27°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Warm (max 28°C on Wed morning, min 26°C on Mon night). Winds increasing (calm on Sun night, fresh winds from the W by Wed afternoon). | ||||||||||||||||||
Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SE 8 | SE 8 | ESE 8 | SE 8 | SSE 8 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 6 | SE 7 | SE 9 | SE 9 | SE 11 | SE 10 | SE 9 | SE 9 | SE 8 | SE 8 | ESE 8 |
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69 | 57 | 47 | 149 | 103 | 79 | 63 | 52 | 40 | 43 | 93 | 117 | 377 | 273 | 183 | 132 | 82 | 80 | 44 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | on | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 9:18AM0.85m | 9:31PM0.88m | 9:55AM0.88m | 10:09PM0.87m | 10:34AM0.91m | 10:48PM0.84m | 11:14AM0.93m | 11:30PM0.81m | 11:58AM0.93m | 00:16AM0.77m | 12:47PM0.92m | 1:08AM0.73m | |||||||
Low Tide | 3:15AM0.08m | 3:28PM0.10m | 3:49AM0.06m | 4:10PM0.09m | 4:23AM0.05m | 4:53PM0.09m | 4:59AM0.05m | 5:38PM0.10m | 5:38AM0.06m | 6:27PM0.12m | 6:22AM0.08m | 7:23PM0.15m | |||||||
— | 6:50 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:54 | — | — | |
7:49 | — | 7:47 | — | — | 7:46 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | 7:44 | — | — | 7:43 | — | — | 7:42 | — | |
mm | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 3 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 8 |
Temp °C | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 28 |
Feels °C | 30 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 30 | 32 | 31 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 26 | 26 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 8 | SE 8 | ESE 8 | NE 10 | ESE 7 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 6 | SE 7 | SE 9 | SE 9 | SE 11 | SE 10 | SE 9 | SE 9 | SE 8 | SE 8 | ESE 8 |
69 | 57 | 47 | 25 | 30 | 79 | 63 | 52 | 40 | 43 | 93 | 117 | 377 | 273 | 183 | 132 | 82 | 80 | 44 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 11 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | NE 12 | NE 10 | NE 10 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | SE 8 | NE 8 | SE 14 | SE 12 | ENE 7 | NW 6 | NNW 5 | NNE 10 | NE 9 | NE 9 | SSE 7 |
57 | 40 | 39 | 6 | 24 | 23 | 8 | 8 | 10 | 3 | 7 | 53 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 10 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 5 | — | NE 12 | — | — | — | SE 8 | SE 8 | ENE 9 | W 6 | NE 8 | E 7 | NE 11 | NE 10 | NE 10 | NNW 5 | — | NE 9 | NE 9 |
2 | — | 6 | — | — | — | 11 | 3 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | — | 3 | 3 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 3 | SE 4 | SE 5 | SE 8 | SSE 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NW 3 | WNW 5 | NW 4 | NNW 3 | WNW 2 | NW 6 | NNW 4 |
3 | 19 | 33 | 149 | 103 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 5 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1117 | 1085 | 1098 | 1052 | 1057 | 1057 | 1162 | 1148 | 1057 | 1162 | 1059 | 1372 | 0 | 0 | 1400 | 1144 | 1052 | 1057 | 1078 |
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Information about the Tuckers Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Tuckers provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Tuckers can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Tuckers 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 (Tuckers) 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 Tuckers 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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