Venus Bay Surf Break

Lat Long: 33.24° S 134.66° E

Venus Bay Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 8 pm 18 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Venus Bay sea temperature is
14.8° C
0.6° 

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 18 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 22 Aug, 6AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 16s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Friday 21 Aug, 12PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 17s period, SW swell with 1,388 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 20 Aug, 3AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 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 Thursday (Aug 20) at 3AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 18s. 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 17s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 21) at 12PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 3s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 23) at 12PM.

Wave TypeTime (ACST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 3AM (Thu 20th Aug)3.5ft (1.1m) 14s
Best Surf 6AM (Sat 22nd Aug)5ft (1.6m) 16s
Most Powerful12PM (Fri 21st Aug)5ft (1.6m) 17s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, I’ll break it down in feet and miles per hour for the crew that thinks in those numbers.

First decent chance to paddle out is Thursday the 20th, but it’s marginal. You’re looking at chest-high 4ft SW swell with a long 16-second interval, light cross-shore breeze, and moderate energy (771). Clean enough for a beginner-plus surfer but nothing to ring home about.

The real standout arrives Saturday the 22nd morning. Venus Bay reef is exposed to the SW, and we’ve got a solid 5ft SW groundswell with a 16-second period. The combined energy is strong (1163). Light cross-offshore breeze from the north makes it glassy, clean. That long period means longer lulls between sets, but on a reef break the waves will hold their shape nicely. This one’s for experienced surfers – it’s a bit big for learners.

Sunday the 23rd morning is right up there with it. About 5ft of SW groundswell, 17-second period, and a gentle cross-offshore from the NNE. Clean and powerful (1571). Another premium session on the reef.

Midweek gets sloppy. Monday the 24th and Tuesday the 25th are mostly onshore junk or very small. Tuesday morning has a little window with a 3ft SW swell and lighter breeze, but it’s weak (626). Not a mission-maker.

Looking longer range, Sunday the 30th morning has a small 3ft SW swell with an extra-long 18-second period, moderate energy (898). Clean offshore breeze from the ENE. Tiny but pristine for a longboard.

Monday the 31st morning, again clean, 4ft SW swell, 16-second period, gentle offshore wind. Nice and tidy. Venus Bay can get a crowd sometimes, so on the good mornings bring your patience.

Tuesday the 1st of September morning is the last good window I see – clean, 4ft SW swell, light offshore breeze, moderate energy (693). Fun, not epic.

After that it’s small and choppy. Not worth the drive.

Best on offer: Saturday the 22nd and Sunday the 23rd mornings – real swell, clean, reef working its magic. Then Sunday the 30th and Monday the 31st for smaller clean waves.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Thu morning, min 13°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Sun morning, min 12°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light.

Wednesday
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Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
0.8
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16
0.8
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15
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15
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16
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16
1.3
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16
1.3
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15
1.6
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17
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
322
330
365
598
636
498
853
686
1371
1297
1055
949
685
1172
813
441
293
241
290
Wind (km/h)
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WNW
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High Tide
3:08AM0.99m
2:43PM0.85m
3:36AM0.93m
2:46PM0.77m
4:04AM0.83m
2:25PM0.70m
4:42AM0.71m
12:54PM0.69m
11:42AM0.80m
1:16AM0.49m
11:47AM0.93m
00:23AM0.56m
Low Tide
9:06AM0.27m
8:59PM0.07m
9:27AM0.39m
9:12PM0.13m
9:40AM0.51m
9:14PM0.21m
9:00AM0.64m
8:43PM0.27m
7:32PM0.29m
4:39AM0.44m
6:58PM0.24m
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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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