
Surf Forecasts:
Vagabundo surf forecast from 6 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 11 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 7s period, NNE swell with 405 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Vagabundo this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Vagabundo in the next 16 days are 2.0m 7s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 11) 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 11s period and expected on Friday (Aug 07) at 1PM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 1AM (Tue 11th Aug) | 6.5ft (2.0m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Vagabundo over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright crew, Rusty here. Let’s break it down. We’ve got a solid stretch of onshore wind and short-period, chopped-up swell that’s gonna make you work for anything half-decent. There’s no standout window of clean, rippable waves in the whole 16-day run. That easterly trade-wind pattern is locked in, and it’s hammering the break the whole time.
First up, Vagabundo is a beginner-friendly spot and it’s consistent, but the wind is the enemy here. From Thursday morning, we’ve got a cross-onshore breeze at 12 mph, swell coming from the NE at 6 ft, but the period is a weak 7 seconds. That’s windswell, and it’s messy. The combined energy is moderate (368). The water is sitting at 74°, about normal for this time of year, so you won’t need a thick suit.
That same pattern just repeats day after day. Friday through Sunday, the wind cranks up to 16 mph from the NNE, still onshore, with swell sitting around 6 to 6 ft and that same short 7-second period. The energy ticks up a notch by the 15th (Saturday) with 6 ft and 8 seconds, and combined energy hits 432, but it’s still cross-onshore and choppy. It’s a workable shoulder-high wave, but it’s going to be lumpy, bumpy, and hard to link turns on.
The second week doesn’t offer any relief. From the 17th onward, the swell drops back to 5 ft to 5 ft, and the period sometimes dips to 6 seconds. That’s barely surfable, and the wind stays onshore or cross-onshore. There’s a brief period on the 15th and 16th where the wind is “gentle breeze” and the swell period hits 8 seconds, but it’s still cross-onshore. That’s the closest thing to a “best” window, but it’s still not good.
Honestly, for a beginner spot getting hammered by onshores, this setup is more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing. The consistent wind and chop are perfect for a kite, but for a wave rider, it’s a grind. The water temp stays warm, so no excuses on the rubber, but the ocean is just not cooperating.
This is a long blank run. If you’re desperate, the 15th and 16th might offer a few lumpy, workable waves if the wind backs off a touch, but don’t get your hopes up. Forecasts can change, but right now, it’s a two-week wait for a clean wave.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Thu afternoon, min 22°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Sun morning, min 20°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | |||||||||||||||
AM | 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) | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 8 | NE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 |
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309 | 289 | 276 | 217 | 288 | 318 | 310 | 327 | 356 | 319 | 297 | 310 | 334 | 334 | 405 | 353 | 310 | 303 | 230 | 192 | 181 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on |
High Tide | 7:46PM1.63m | 8:34AM1.59m | 9:17PM1.57m | 10:04AM1.64m | 10:48PM1.62m | 11:21AM1.78m | 00:00AM1.75m | 12:23PM1.97m | 00:57AM1.90m | 1:13PM2.15m | 1:44AM2.01m | 1:59PM2.30m | 2:27AM2.09m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 1:23PM0.59m | 2:04AM0.57m | 2:51PM0.63m | 3:34AM0.60m | 4:28PM0.56m | 5:00AM0.53m | 5:46PM0.39m | 6:05AM0.40m | 6:45PM0.21m | 6:58AM0.26m | 7:34PM0.05m | 7:43AM0.14m | 8:18PM-0.05m | ||||||||
7:26 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | |
— | 8:49 | — | — | 8:47 | — | — | 8:46 | — | — | 8:45 | — | — | 8:45 | — | — | 8:45 | — | — | 8:44 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 24 | 25 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 24 | 24 | 22 |
Feels °C | 24 | 26 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 23 | 23 | 22 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 10 | N 10 | N 10 | N 9 | WNW 9 | N 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 7 | N 11 | NNW 10 | NW 11 | NW 10 | WNW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 |
50 | 69 | 89 | 81 | 8 | 18 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 11 | 4 | 4 | 10 | 25 | 21 | 28 | 27 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | S 10 | S 12 | S 12 | S 12 | S 12 | N 13 | W 12 | W 11 | S 11 | — | N 14 | N 13 | NNW 13 | NNW 12 | N 12 |
9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | — | 4 | 14 | 31 | 29 | 23 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 12 | S 12 | S 11 | S 11 | S 11 | S 11 | — | S 10 | S 10 | S 10 | — | S 11 | W 12 | S 11 | — | — | — | S 13 | S 12 | S 12 | S 12 |
3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | — | 2 | 2 | 2 | — | 2 | 3 | 2 | — | — | — | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 7 | NE 7 | NE 8 | NE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 |
309 | 289 | 276 | 217 | 288 | 318 | 310 | 327 | 356 | 319 | 297 | 310 | 334 | 334 | 405 | 353 | 310 | 303 | 230 | 192 | 181 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 111 | 111 | 67 | 40 | 40 | 524 | 524 | 67 | 524 | 67 | 524 | 67 | 67 | 111 | 111 | 67 | 524 | 67 | 67 | 67 | 85 |
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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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