Surf Forecasts:
Venus Bay surf forecast from 24 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 27 Aug, 6PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 19s period, SW swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 25 Aug, 9AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 16s period, SW swell with 1,822 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 25 Aug, 9PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 14s 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 Tuesday (Aug 25) at 9PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 14s. 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 1.9m 16s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 25) at 9AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 3s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 27) at 9AM.
| Wave Type | Time (ACST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 9PM (Tue 25th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 6PM (Thu 27th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 19s |
| Most Powerful | 9AM (Tue 25th Aug) | 6ft (1.9m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Venus Bay over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a good look at what Venus Bay has lined up for us over the next couple of weeks. It's a bit of a mixed bag, but there are definitely some windows where it'll be worth getting wet.
Overall, the pattern starts with a fair bit of onshore wind and messy surf, but things clean up nicely mid-week and into the following week. The water temperature is sitting at 59°F, which is pretty much bang on average for this time of year, so no surprises there.
The first real chance to get out comes on Wednesday morning, 26th August. The swell has dropped to a manageable 4ft from the southwest with a period of 13 seconds. That’s a reasonable groundswell, and with a light 9 mph cross-offshore breeze from the NNE, the surface should be clean. The combined energy is moderate (411), so it’s not a powerhouse, but it’s a solid, fun size for the beginner-plus crew.
Friday morning, 28th August, is looking like one of the best calls of the period. The swell bumps up to a nice 5ft from the SW and a period of 16 seconds, giving it plenty of punch. The combined energy is strong at (1123) and with those gentle cross-offshore winds from the NNE, the waves are going to be clean and well-shaped. This is excellent for experienced surfers, but it’s also a bit big for the true beginners, so be mindful of that.
Saturday morning, 29th August, is a nice little standout with clean lines thanks to a 9 mph offshore breeze from the NE. The swell is smaller at 3ft from the SW, but that long 14-second period will make for some fun, lined-up waves. It’s a good day for a longboard or a fish. The combined swell energy is weak (331), so you'll be working for it, but it will be worth it.
We then get a string of fun, clean mornings through to Monday, 31st August, with the swell holding around 4ft to 5ft, though the wind does get a bit tricky in the afternoons. The real standout, though, is Friday morning, 4th September. The swell is a clean 3ft from the SSW with a 16-second period, but the wind is a gentle 9 mph offshore from the NE, promising clean, peeling lines. The combined energy is moderate (701). It’s a long-range call, but it looks promising.
For the real standout of the whole outlook, I'm pointing at Sunday morning, 6th September. The swell jumps to 6ft from the SW, with a period of 16 seconds and a light 6 mph offshore breeze from the ENE. The combined energy is a solid 1837, which is strong. This is the biggest, cleanest swell of the run, and it’s definitely one for experienced surfers only. Beginners should give this one a miss.
There’s a big gap of poor conditions mid-second week, with strong winds making a mess of things right through to the 9th of September. The waves are there, but the wind just ruins them, making it look more like a kite-surfing setup than a paddle session.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Thu afternoon, min 10°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Fri afternoon, min 15°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | |||||||||||||||
AM | 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) | SW 16 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 21 | SW 20 | SW 20 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
1822 | 915 | 557 | 386 | 231 | 255 | 293 | 531 | 1453 | 1039 | 793 | 472 | 289 | 212 | 134 | 306 | 999 | 1482 | 1158 | 793 | 733 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | off | cross-off | cross-on | off | cross-off | cross | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | cross | off | off | cross-on | off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off |
High Tide | 12:04PM1.05m | 00:21AM0.65m | 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 | |||||||
Low Tide | 6:53PM0.18m | 5:44AM0.18m | 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 | ||||||||
6:58 | — | — | 6:56 | — | — | 6:56 | — | — | 6:54 | — | — | 6:54 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | |
— | 6:07 | — | — | 6:08 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:10 | — | — | 6:10 | — | — | 6:12 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 13 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 19 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 22 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 21 | 23 | 21 |
Feels °C | 7 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 18 | 14 | 18 | 17 | 14 | 19 | 16 | 15 | 17 | 19 | 18 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 16 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 20 | SW 20 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 |
1054 | 915 | 557 | 386 | 231 | 255 | 293 | 479 | 1453 | 1039 | 793 | 472 | 289 | 212 | 134 | 306 | 999 | 1482 | 1158 | 793 | 733 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 8 | S 14 | S 13 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 23 | SW 21 | SW 19 | SSW 18 | S 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SW 23 | SW 23 | SW 21 | SW 12 | S 20 | S 18 | S 16 | S 16 | S 15 |
29 | 144 | 90 | 13 | 65 | 21 | 156 | 531 | 408 | 84 | 198 | 126 | 21 | 21 | 116 | 90 | 194 | 301 | 535 | 125 | 298 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | SW 18 | S 12 | SW 23 | S 15 | SSW 19 | — | — | — | — | SW 23 | SW 20 | SSW 13 | S 5 | SW 12 | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | 12 | 47 | 21 | 110 | 289 | — | — | — | — | 21 | 15 | 33 | 1 | 35 | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | S 7 | — | — | — | — | N 3 | — | — | — | — | — | E 3 | — | ESE 3 | E 3 | — | — | — | — | — |
1822 | 36 | — | — | — | — | 8 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 6 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 910 | 351 | 0 | 0 | 28 | 0 | 207 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 39 | 0 | 0 | 46 | 0 | 28 | 28 | 28 |
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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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