
Surf Forecasts:
Twilight Beach surf forecast from 8 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 11 Sep, 2PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 19s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 8 Sep, 5PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 17s period, SSW swell with 5,534 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 11 Sep, 2PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 19s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Twilight Beach this week:
The surf forecast for Twilight Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 11) at 2PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 19s period with a secondary swell of 1.2m and 14s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Twilight Beach in the next 16 days are 3.0m 17s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 08) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.7m 8s period and expected on Wednesday (Sep 09) at 2PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AWST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2PM (Fri 11th Sep) | 4ft (1.2m) 19s |
| Best Surf | 2PM (Fri 11th Sep) | 4ft (1.2m) 19s |
| Most Powerful | 5PM (Tue 8th Sep) | 10ft (3.0m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Twilight Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s break down Twilight Beach. It’s a fairly exposed spot, good for intermediate surfers, and it’s been fairly consistent lately, so there’s a chance. Water temp is about 62°F, which is normal for this time of year, nothing strange.
The forecast starts with a big, long-period SSW groundswell. On Tuesday the 8th, we’re seeing a solid 10ft swell with a 16-second period, and the combined energy is massive at 4473 (moderate to strong). The problem is a fresh cross-onshore wind from the southeast at 22 mph, which is going to make it lumpy and choppy – basically a mess. That continues through Wednesday.
Thursday the 10th drops a bit to 6ft, still a long 15-second period, but the wind backs off to a cross-off from the east-northeast at 19 mph. It’s clean in the morning, but the surf is only marginal, with moderate energy at 1297. Not worth getting worked up over.
Friday the 11th is a little better. The morning has a 5ft SSW swell, 15-second period, with a cross-off northeast breeze at 12 mph, making it clean. Energy is moderate at 1209. The afternoon gets even nicer – the wind drops to a light 6 mph from the east, with a cross-shore breeze, and the period stretches to a very long 19 seconds. The swell’s still only 4ft, but the energy is up to 1600. It’s clean and small, great for a longboard or a fun board.
The weekend, Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th, is mostly a washout. The wind goes onshore or cross-onshore, and the surf is poor or marginal. Swell is around 5ft to 5ft, but the wind kills it.
Monday the 14th and Tuesday the 15th see a bit of a pulse. Monday morning has a 7ft SW swell, 13-second period, with a cross-on southeast breeze at 9 mph – it’s choppy but has some energy at 1797. Tuesday morning is cleaner, with a cross-off east-northeast wind at 12 mph, 8ft SSW swell, 15-second period, and stronger energy at 2682. It’s still marginal, but it’s the best of the first week.
Now, the real standout. Wednesday the 16th morning is the one to mark on your calendar. A gentle offshore wind from the north at 9 mph, a 7ft SSW swell with a 15-second period, and energy at 1972. The conditions are described as excellent for experienced surfers, and it’s clean. That’s your best window in the first week. The afternoon goes onshore, so get on it early.
Thursday the 17th morning is glassy – a 5ft SSW swell, 12-second period, with a light west-southwest breeze at 3 mph. The energy is lower at 747, but it’s clean and very surfable. A nice, relaxed session for intermediates.
Friday the 18th morning is a big one, but with a warning. The swell jumps to 12ft with a 12-second period, and the energy is massive at 5154. The wind is glassy, but the forecast says it’s too big for this break. For experienced surfers, it might be on, but it’s pushing the limits. The afternoon has a fresh offshore wind from the north at 19 mph, which would clean it up, but at 12ft, it’s still huge.
The second week, from the 19th onward, is all about size. The 20th has an 12ft SSW swell, 16-second period, and energy at 6160, but it’s too big for the break. The 21st and 22nd are even bigger, with 13ft to 15ft swells and energy over 10000 at times. This is only for the experts, and even then, it’s a wild ride. Crowds are possible at Twilight Beach, but with these sizes, you might have it to yourself if you’re bold enough.
Overall, the best bet is Wednesday the 16th morning for a clean, solid session with a good offshore wind. If you miss that, Friday the 11th afternoon is a nice small-wave option. The second week is too big for most, so keep an eye on the forecasts.
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Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Thu afternoon, min 11°C on Tue night). Mainly strong winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Fri afternoon, min 13°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | Sunday 13 | Monday 14 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 19 | SW 15 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 15 |
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4330 | 5534 | 4222 | 3192 | 2518 | 1654 | 1161 | 857 | 1067 | 863 | 1178 | 827 | 1367 | 1018 | 1060 | 886 | 787 | 1154 | 1527 | 1997 | 2305 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-on | off | cross | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off |
High Tide | 9:45AM1.05m | 11:16PM0.60m | 10:19AM1.06m | 11:09PM0.64m | 10:48AM1.02m | 11:12PM0.70m | 11:13AM0.94m | 11:18PM0.77m | 11:29AM0.85m | 11:27PM0.84m | 11:37AM0.76m | 11:39PM0.89m | 11:33AM0.68m | 11:54PM0.92m | |||||||
Low Tide | 5:12PM0.15m | 3:42AM0.42m | 5:24PM0.20m | 4:15AM0.34m | 5:31PM0.26m | 4:46AM0.29m | 5:34PM0.31m | 5:15AM0.28m | 5:31PM0.34m | 5:42AM0.30m | 5:23PM0.34m | 6:07AM0.34m | 5:14PM0.31m | ||||||||
6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | |
— | 5:37 | — | — | 5:38 | — | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:40 | — | — | 5:42 | — | — | 5:42 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 13 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 13 | 16 | 18 | 15 | 20 | 24 | 23 | 20 | 21 | 16 | 18 | 19 | 17 | 15 | 15 | 13 |
Feels °C | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 9 | 17 | 23 | 20 | 15 | 17 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 12 | 10 | 8 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 19 | SW 15 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 15 |
4330 | 5534 | 4222 | 3192 | 2518 | 1654 | 1161 | 857 | 1067 | 863 | 1178 | 827 | 1367 | 1018 | 1060 | 886 | 787 | 1154 | 1527 | 1997 | 2305 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | S 6 | S 8 | — | — | SE 8 | SE 8 | SW 24 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | SW 14 | SW 18 | ESE 8 | WSW 5 | ESE 8 | E 7 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SSW 15 | S 24 | SW 21 |
— | 28 | 80 | — | — | 96 | 60 | 141 | 43 | 50 | 401 | 735 | 13 | 14 | 6 | 1 | 112 | 95 | 270 | 11 | 117 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | SSW 26 | SSW 24 | — | SSW 22 | SSW 20 | S 11 | ESE 8 | — | ESE 8 | E 7 | S 10 | SW 18 | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | 66 | 114 | — | 181 | 346 | 21 | 23 | — | 7 | 28 | 2 | 81 | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 6 | SE 6 | SE 7 | SE 8 | ESE 8 | ENE 4 | E 4 | ESE 8 | ENE 4 | — | ESE 8 | — | W 4 | — | — | WSW 8 | — | — | — | ESE 4 | E 4 |
143 | 198 | 472 | 326 | 319 | 18 | 22 | 83 | 10 | — | 42 | — | 28 | — | — | 212 | — | — | — | 26 | 27 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 577 | 577 | 576 | 576 | 521 | 576 | 521 | 435 | 174 | 121 | 2 | 0 | 1194 | 1164 | 0 | 883 | 230 | 287 | 388 | 577 | 121 |
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Information about the Twilight Beach Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Twilight Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Twilight Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Twilight Beach 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 (Twilight Beach) 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 Twilight Beach 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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