
Surf Forecasts:
Tunnels surf forecast from 3 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 4 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 12s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 9 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 17s period, SSW swell with 264 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 4 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 12s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Tunnels this week:
The surf forecast for Tunnels over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 04) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.4m and 12s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Tunnels in the next 16 days are 0.7m 17s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 09) at 5AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.3m 7s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 02) at 11PM.
| Wave Type | Time (HST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8AM (Tue 4th Aug) | 1.5ft (0.4m) 12s |
| Best Surf | 8AM (Tue 4th Aug) | 1.5ft (0.4m) 12s |
| Most Powerful | 5AM (Sun 9th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Tunnels over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the menu for the next couple of weeks. We're looking at a pretty lean stretch ahead, so don't get your hopes up too high.
The overall pattern is a long, drawn-out period of small, weak surf with a persistent cross-off wind. The energy is just not there for the most part. We've got a bit of a gap at the start, with the first proper surfable window not showing up until Tuesday, August 4th. Even then, it's not much to write home about.
For the first week, from now through to about August 8th, it's a tough slog. The swell is tiny, mostly around 1ft to 2ft, with combined energy readings that are mostly weak, often in the 50 to 132 range. The wind is a constant cross-off from the ENE at 6 to 19 mph. It's clean, but there's just no push. The water temperature is sitting at about 80°, which is normal for this time of year.
Now, there is a bit of a pulse of energy coming in the second week. Around Monday, August 11th, we start to see the combined energy jump up into the 300s and 400s, topping out around 890 on Wednesday, August 13th. The swell height picks up to 3ft to 4ft, coming from the S. The period is also getting longer, reaching 18 seconds which is a proper groundswell. But here's the kicker: the wind is not our friend. It stays a solid cross-off from the ENE, blowing 16 to 25 mph. That's going to be messy. The wave comments are all "poor surf conditions" or "marginal," and the scores reflect that. For a spot like Tunnels, which is exposed to SW swell, this S swell is going to wrap in, but with that wind, it's going to be a real battle. It's not going to be clean, fun surf.
The best on offer, and I'm being generous here, is the morning of Wednesday, August 13th. The swell is 3ft from the S with a period of 18 seconds, and the combined energy is a solid 816. The wind is still cross-off at 16 mph. It's the most energy we'll see, but it's a long way out and that wind is a real problem. For a reef break, the long period swell is a positive, but the wind is the spoiler. It's for experts only at that size, and the crowds at Tunnels are often there, so be prepared for a lineup.
For the rest of the second week, from August 14th onwards, the swell drops off again. The heights fade back to 2ft to 3ft, and the energy drops back into the 100s and 200s. The wind doesn't let up, staying strong from the ENE. Honestly, with the consistent wind and the swell size, it might be more interesting for the kite surfers than paddle surfers.
The long-range stuff around the 16th and 17th is just a fading memory. The wind is still howling, and the swell is tiny. There's nothing to get excited about there.
So, to sum it up: if you're desperate, the morning of Wednesday, August 13th, is your best bet. It's a long shot with that wind, but it's the only window with any real energy. Otherwise, keep your board in the car and wait for the next one.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Mon afternoon, min 25°C on Sun night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the ENE on Sun night, light winds from the ENE by Tue morning). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Wed afternoon, min 25°C on Wed night). Mainly fresh winds. | |||||||||||||||||||
Sun 2 | Monday 3 | Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | ||||||||||||||
PM | 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) | SW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SW 15 | SSE 13 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SSW 19 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 18 |
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85 | 58 | 53 | 50 | 82 | 77 | 41 | 69 | 56 | 88 | 82 | 82 | 80 | 102 | 75 | 89 | 148 | 164 | 154 | 204 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 5:23PM0.61m | 6:44AM0.47m | 5:40PM0.54m | 8:00AM0.51m | 5:49PM0.47m | 9:33AM0.56m | 11:01AM0.63m | 12:07PM0.70m | 12:59PM0.77m | 11:29PM0.25m | ||||||||||
Low Tide | 00:18AM0.14m | 11:50AM0.32m | 00:45AM0.13m | 1:14PM0.39m | 1:19AM0.11m | 2:06AM0.10m | 3:11AM0.08m | 4:26AM0.06m | 9:17PM0.24m | |||||||||||
— | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | |
7:07 | — | — | 7:06 | — | — | 7:06 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:04 | — | — | 7:02 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 26 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 |
Feels °C | 24 | 23 | 25 | 28 | 26 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 24 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 24 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SSW 13 | ENE 13 | ENE 8 | E 12 | ENE 11 | ENE 11 | SSW 11 | ENE 10 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | SW 14 | ENE 5 | ENE 6 | SSW 14 | ENE 7 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 |
85 | 58 | 55 | 165 | 67 | 281 | 281 | 69 | 196 | 145 | 67 | 45 | 42 | 102 | 15 | 39 | 108 | 113 | 101 | 99 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 11 | SW 12 | SSW 13 | N 6 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSE 13 | SSW 11 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | ENE 8 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SSW 19 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 18 |
20 | 40 | 53 | 16 | 82 | 77 | 41 | 58 | 39 | 88 | 82 | 82 | 80 | 22 | 75 | 89 | 148 | 164 | 154 | 204 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 14 | ENE 13 | SW 13 | SSW 12 | N 5 | SSE 12 | S 14 | SW 15 | SSE 13 | SSW 11 | S 12 | SSE 12 | S 11 | SSE 11 | ENE 7 | NE 9 | SSE 9 | SSW 15 | NE 9 | SSE 10 |
16 | 57 | 42 | 50 | 9 | 30 | 33 | 56 | 56 | 38 | 45 | 44 | 22 | 40 | 21 | 27 | 29 | 71 | 31 | 19 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | NE 8 | ENE 8 | SE 4 | — | ENE 10 | — | NNE 3 | ENE 5 | ENE 5 | ENE 5 | ENE 5 | — | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | — | ENE 7 | ENE 7 |
645 | 353 | 307 | 250 | 177 | 5 | — | 292 | — | 6 | 36 | 37 | 32 | 19 | — | 90 | 121 | — | 117 | 222 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 71 | 71 | 57 | 71 | 27 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 57 | 71 | 57 | 60 | 60 | 68 | 71 | 69 | 68 | 68 | 68 |
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Information about the Tunnels Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Tunnels provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Tunnels can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Tunnels 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 (Tunnels) 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 Tunnels 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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