Surf Forecasts:
Vagabundo surf forecast from 12 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 18 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 9s period, NNE swell with 340 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Vagabundo this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Vagabundo in the next 16 days are 1.4m 9s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 18) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.1m 14s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 16) at 7AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 1AM (Tue 18th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Vagabundo over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, this is Rusty. Let’s break down what we’re looking at for the next couple of weeks at Vagabundo.
Honestly, it’s a rough patch. We’re looking at a long stretch of poor conditions. The water is a touch warmer than usual for this time of year at 75°, but that doesn’t help when the wind won’t cooperate.
For the first week and a half, from Wednesday the 12th of August right through to Monday the 24th of August, it’s a grind. The swell hangs around between 3ft and 6ft, mostly coming from the NNE, but it’s a short-period, weak windswell with periods of just 6 to 9 seconds. The real problem is the wind – it’s relentless. It’s either a cross-on or onshore breeze from the north or NNE, blowing at 9 to 16 mph, keeping the surface chopped up and messy. The wave energy is moderate, topping out at 373 on the 15th, but with that wind, it’s just not surfable. That’s a solid 13-day gap with nothing worth paddling out for.
There’s a little flicker of hope late in the run. On the morning of Tuesday the 25th of August, the swell drops to 3ft, but it’s still cross-on and weak with low energy (116). By Wednesday the 26th, it gets really tiny. But then, hold on. On Thursday the 27th of August, the swell direction swings to the NW and NNW with a period of 9 to 10 seconds and heights around 4ft to 4ft. The combined energy jumps to 299, which is moderate. The problem is the wind is still a moderate cross-on from the NE at 13 mph. It’s still classed as poor surf. It’s a small step in the right direction, but it’s not the day to get excited about.
The standout? There isn’t a true standout in this 16-day window. The closest thing to a best bet is the 27th of August, because that NW swell is the first sign of something with a bit more life. But the wind will ruin it. This is one of those periods where the forecast can change, but right now, I’d be finding something else to do.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Fri morning, min 21°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Tue morning, min 22°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Wed 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | Sunday 16 | Monday 17 | Tuesday 18 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 9 | N 9 | N 9 | N 9 |
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90 | 123 | 164 | 170 | 197 | 241 | 248 | 244 | 301 | 279 | 280 | 249 | 220 | 158 | 196 | 216 | 340 | 325 | 281 | 300 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on |
High Tide | 2:27AM2.09m | 2:41PM2.37m | 3:07AM2.11m | 3:21PM2.37m | 3:46AM2.08m | 3:59PM2.29m | 4:22AM2.01m | 4:36PM2.14m | 4:59AM1.91m | 5:14PM1.95m | 5:35AM1.78m | 5:53PM1.75m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 8:18PM-0.05m | 8:24AM0.07m | 8:59PM-0.08m | 9:04AM0.04m | 9:37PM-0.05m | 9:42AM0.08m | 10:13PM0.04m | 10:19AM0.17m | 10:48PM0.18m | 10:56AM0.29m | 11:22PM0.34m | 11:36AM0.44m | 11:59PM0.51m | |||||||
— | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | 7:33 | — | — | 7:33 | — | — | |
8:44 | — | — | 8:43 | — | — | 8:42 | — | — | 8:40 | — | — | 8:39 | — | — | 8:38 | — | — | 8:37 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 24 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 25 | 25 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 24 |
Feels °C | 23 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 24 | 25 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 26 | 25 | 25 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 11 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | NNE 8 | N 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 9 | N 9 | N 9 | N 9 |
48 | 44 | 41 | 41 | 29 | 97 | 85 | 74 | 55 | 59 | 34 | 33 | 220 | 61 | 196 | 216 | 340 | 325 | 281 | 300 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 12 | NNW 11 | NNW 11 | N 10 | N 10 | N 12 | N 11 | N 10 | N 10 | N 9 | N 9 | NW 8 | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NW 8 | S 14 | S 13 | NW 8 |
29 | 25 | 23 | 18 | 17 | 10 | 9 | 18 | 17 | 15 | 15 | 2 | 32 | 68 | 44 | 26 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 7 | S 12 | S 12 | N 13 | NNW 11 | N 11 | S 18 | S 16 | — | S 15 | NW 8 | S 14 | NW 8 | S 16 | S 15 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | W 9 | S 13 |
9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 13 | 10 | 6 | 5 | — | 4 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | — | NNE 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
90 | 123 | 164 | 170 | 197 | 241 | 248 | 244 | 301 | 279 | 280 | 249 | — | 158 | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 111 | 111 | 111 | 111 | 67 | 67 | 111 | 121 | 67 | 40 | 44 | 40 | 44 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 31 | 40 | 28 |
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Information about the Vagabundo Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Vagabundo provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Vagabundo can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Vagabundo 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 (Vagabundo) 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 Vagabundo 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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