Venus Bay Surf Break

Lat Long: 33.24° S 134.66° E

Venus Bay Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 2 am 26 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Venus Bay sea temperature is
15.1°C
0.3° 

Venus Bay surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Venus Bay surf forecast from 25 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 27 Aug, 6PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 19s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Friday 28 Aug, 12AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 18s period, SW swell with 1,453 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 26 Aug, 6AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 13s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Venus Bay this week:

The surf forecast for Venus Bay over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 26) at 6AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 6s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Venus Bay in the next 16 days are 1.6m 18s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 28) at 12AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 4s period and expected on Tuesday (Sep 01) at 9AM.

Wave TypeTime (ACST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 6AM (Wed 26th Aug)3.5ft (1.1m) 13s
Best Surf 6PM (Thu 27th Aug)4.5ft (1.4m) 19s
Most Powerful12AM (Fri 28th Aug)5ft (1.6m) 18s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Venus Bay over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

G’day, I’m Rusty, and I’ve been staring at the charts for Venus Bay. This is a bit of a tease, to be honest. There’s a good run of surf potential, but it’s sandwiched between some flat, windy gaps. The first few days are a bit of a slow burn, but the end of the week and the first week of September are where the real magic is hiding.

The first worthwhile session is Wednesday morning, 26 August. The reef is seeing a 4ft swell from the southwest, with a period of 13 seconds and a combined energy of 405 (moderate). The cross-off wind from the NNE is a gift, keeping the surface clean. The water temperature is about average for this time of year, so nothing freaky to worry about. It’s a solid beginner-plus wave, so you can get out there without the fear of getting pounded into the sand.

Thursday afternoon, 27 August, is a true standout. The swell drops to 3ft, but the period jumps to 19 seconds – that’s a very long groundswell. The energy hits 1394 (strong), which is heaps of push for the size. The wind is a gentle cross-off from the north, leaving it clean. This is a reef, so that long period won’t be a problem; it’ll wrap in nicely. Keep an eye on the tide, but this is the best wave of the first week.

Friday morning, 28 August, keeps the run going with a 5ft, 16-second swell from the southwest, energy at 1124 (strong), and another clean cross-off from the north. It’s solid, but at 5ft, it’s still fine for keen beginners. Friday afternoon gets a bit lumpy with a cross-on wind, so stick to the morning.

We’ve got a bit of a lull through the weekend. Saturday morning, 29 August, is clean with a 3ft, 14-second swell and offshore wind, but the energy is only 327 (moderate). Sunday morning, 30 August, is similar with a 2ft, 19-second groundswell (358 energy), but it’s small. Both are worth a paddle if you’re desperate for a wave.

Monday morning, 31 August, sees a bigger 5ft, 17-second swell with energy at 1932 (strong). The wind is cross-off from the NNE, so it’s clean. But the score is marginal, so check the tide. It’s a big enough wave that beginners might find it a handful.

Then it gets ugly. The first day of spring, Tuesday 1 September, is a write-off. A 25 mph cross-off wind, despite the 3ft swell, just makes it messy. Wednesday and Thursday, 2-3 September, are all onshore winds and poor conditions. The swell is there, but it’s a waste.

The next true standout is Friday morning, 4 September. A 5ft, 15-second swell from the southwest, energy a massive 1541 (strong), and a glassy, near-calm wind from the NE. This is the pick of the whole period. It’s clean, powerful, and for experienced surfers. The crowd profiles say “sometimes,” so you might have a few mates out, but it’s worth it.

Saturday morning, 5 September, is another beauty. 5ft, 15-second swell, energy 1459 (strong), and the wind is glassy from the NE. It’s a perfect morning for a long session. The water’s still about average temperature.

After that, the next call is Tuesday morning, 8 September. A 5ft, 17-second groundswell with energy at 1359 (strong) and a light cross-off from the ESE, leaving it clean. This is a solid, experienced surfer’s wave. The afternoon gets a cross-on wind, so plan for the early.

Thursday morning, 10 September, finishes the forecast with a 4ft, 16-second groundswell (1099 energy) and glassy conditions from the NE. It’s the last good one, so make it count.

Overall, the best on offer is Friday morning, 4 September, with Saturday morning, 5 September, a close second. The long-period swells at the reef will give you proper, down-the-line rides. Don’t bother with the 1st to 3rd of September, you’ll just get frustrated.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Fri afternoon, min 10°C on Wed morning). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Sat afternoon, min 14°C on Sun morning). Wind will be generally light.

Wednesday
26
Thursday
27
Friday
28
Saturday
29
Sunday
30
Monday
31
Tuesday
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
1.1
SW
13
0.8
SW
13
0.8
SW
15
0.8
SW
14
1.1
SW
15
1.6
SW
18
1.4
SW
16
1.3
SW
16
1.1
SW
15
0.8
SW
14
0.8
SW
13
0.7
SW
13
0.6
SW
19
1.1
SW
19
1.1
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17
1.3
SW
18
1.4
SW
18
1.1
SW
16
1.1
SW
16
1.1
SW
15
1.1
SW
16
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
386
231
255
293
526
1453
1039
793
472
285
250
161
236
811
655
1087
1111
651
560
512
574
Wind (km/h)
15
NNE
5
WNW
15
NE
25
N
10
NNW
15
ENE
10
NNE
5
WSW
15
E
15
E
15
SSE
20
E
15
E
20
S
15
ENE
20
NNE
15
NNW
20
N
35
N
25
NW
15
SSW
Wind State
cross-off
cross-on
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cross-off
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cross-on
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High Tide
12:24PM1.14m
00:31AM0.75m
12:45PM1.20m
00:47AM0.85m
1:06PM1.22m
1:06AM0.94m
1:27PM1.20m
1:27AM1.03m
1:46PM1.14m
1:49AM1.09m
2:04PM1.04m
2:12AM1.12m
2:17PM0.93m
2:35AM1.11m
Low Tide
7:00PM0.13m
6:11AM0.07m
7:10PM0.09m
6:37AM-0.02m
7:23PM0.06m
7:04AM-0.07m
7:36PM0.04m
7:31AM-0.07m
7:50PM0.03m
7:58AM-0.04m
8:02PM0.03m
8:25AM0.04m
8:13PM0.04m
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6:56
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6:50
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6:08
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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Information about the Venus Bay Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Venus Bay provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Venus Bay can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Venus Bay 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 (Venus Bay) 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 Venus Bay 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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