Surf Forecasts:
Tuckers surf forecast from 25 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 26 Aug, 6PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 8s period, ESE swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 1 Sep, 9AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 12s period, ESE swell with 536 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 25 Aug, 12PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 8s period with ESE 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 Tuesday (Aug 25) at 12PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 8s period. 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 1.4m 12s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 01) at 9AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 6s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 25) at 12PM.
| Wave Type | Time (ADT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 12PM (Tue 25th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 6PM (Wed 26th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 9AM (Tue 1st Sep) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 12s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Tuckers over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's get into it. This is a tough stretch ahead for Tuckers. We've got a classic point break setup, exposed to the east-southeast, and it's waiting for that magic direction and wind combo. The water is sitting at a warm 85°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year. That's nice for a long session, but the waves... they're not playing along just yet.
We start on Tuesday, the 25th of August, with small surf pushing in around 3ft from the ESE. The swell period is a short 8 seconds, so it's weak and lacks punch. The combined swell energy is a low 150, so it's really struggling. The wind is light and cross-offshore, which keeps things clean, but it's just too small and weak to get excited about. It's surfable if you're desperate, but that's about it.
Wednesday the 26th sees a bit more energy in the water with the combined swell energy jumping up to 248, but the direction swings onshore and the period stays short. It's a mess. Thursday and Friday get worse as a moderate breeze from the southeast and east kicks up chop, making conditions poor.
From Saturday the 29th through to Monday the 31st of August, the swell drops off and the wind stays on it. The only thing that stands out on the 31st is a long, 15-second period groundswell pushing the energy up to 355 and then 474 in the afternoon. But the wind is a moderate cross-shore from the east-northeast, and the wave comment is still "poor surf conditions." That long period stuff with a cross-breeze at Tuckers is just messy.
Now, looking ahead to the first week of September, there's a glimmer of hope but it's buried in iffy wind. On Tuesday the 1st of September, we see the best-looking swell of the whole outlook: 5ft from the ESE with a period of 12 seconds, and the combined swell energy hits 549. That's moderate to strong energy, and it has some shape. But the wind is a moderate cross-shore from the east-northeast, and the forecast is "marginal surf forecast or questionable tide conditions." That's the best on offer, but it's not a standout by any stretch—it's just the least bad day. The point will have some push, but it won't be glassy. Crowds are possible here, so don't expect to have it to yourself.
After that, Wednesday the 2nd and Thursday the 3rd of September have similar swell heights, but the wind stays cross-onshore. By Friday the 4th, a fresh breeze swings in from the west, cleaning it up but dropping the swell back down to 4ft. The second week is a total write-off with tiny, weak, or wind-affected surf. There's a 7-day gap from the 5th to the 11th of September with no real recommendations, just small, clean but weak leftover pulses or windblown junk.
Honestly, if you can pick your moment on the 1st of September, you might get a few. But for most of this 16-day window, I'd be taking a long walk or tuning up the kite gear. The wind is consistent enough and the swell is small enough that it looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing on most days.
That's the word. Keep your chin up, it'll come right eventually.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Wed morning. Warm (max 28°C on Tue afternoon, min 27°C on Tue morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Fri night. Warm (max 28°C on Fri afternoon, min 27°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 6 | SE 6 | SE 6 | SE 6 | ESE 17 | ESE 15 | ESE 14 | ESE 13 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
137 | 94 | 112 | 177 | 147 | 117 | 114 | 98 | 103 | 70 | 129 | 102 | 118 | 116 | 68 | 58 | 46 | 117 | 287 | 362 | 351 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross |
High Tide | 7:36PM0.84m | 8:00AM0.76m | 8:16PM0.87m | 8:40AM0.80m | 8:54PM0.88m | 9:18AM0.85m | 9:31PM0.88m | 9:55AM0.88m | 10:09PM0.87m | 10:34AM0.91m | 10:48PM0.84m | 11:14AM0.93m | 11:30PM0.81m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 1:16PM0.16m | 2:05AM0.14m | 2:02PM0.14m | 2:41AM0.10m | 2:46PM0.11m | 3:15AM0.08m | 3:28PM0.10m | 3:49AM0.06m | 4:10PM0.09m | 4:23AM0.05m | 4:53PM0.09m | 4:59AM0.05m | 5:38PM0.10m | ||||||||
6:48 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | |
— | 7:52 | — | — | 7:51 | — | — | 7:49 | — | — | 7:47 | — | — | 7:46 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | 7:44 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | 1 |
Temp °C | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 |
Feels °C | 29 | 33 | 32 | 31 | 33 | 32 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 28 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 28 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | SE 8 | ENE 10 | NE 10 | NE 10 | NE 10 | ENE 9 | SE 6 | SE 6 | ESE 17 | ESE 6 | ESE 14 | ESE 13 |
137 | 94 | 112 | 177 | 147 | 117 | 114 | 98 | 103 | 70 | 39 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 8 | 58 | 46 | 117 | 65 | 362 | 351 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 6 | SE 9 | SE 10 | ENE 14 | NE 13 | NE 12 | ENE 12 | ENE 11 | NE 11 | ENE 10 | NE 12 | SE 9 | SE 9 | SE 8 | W 7 | ENE 9 | SE 8 | W 6 | ESE 15 | SE 9 | SE 8 |
13 | 29 | 59 | 71 | 83 | 72 | 88 | 81 | 57 | 40 | 6 | 12 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 11 | 3 | 287 | 112 | 102 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 9 | WNW 6 | NE 15 | WNW 5 | WNW 6 | WNW 6 | W 5 | W 5 | W 5 | — | — | NE 12 | — | SE 8 | W 7 | WNW 7 | W 7 | ENE 8 | NE 8 | N 11 | NNE 13 |
13 | 7 | 55 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 2 | — | — | 6 | — | 3 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 16 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ESE 3 | — | ESE 4 | SE 8 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 6 | SE 6 | — | — | SE 6 | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 13 | 129 | 102 | 118 | 116 | 68 | — | — | 59 | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 0 | 13 | 13 | 1544 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 1164 | 1078 | 1150 | 1059 | 1148 | 1162 | 1162 | 1162 | 1614 | 1380 | 1059 | 1210 | 1151 |
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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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