Surf Forecasts:
Warner Beach surf forecast from 19 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 23 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 10s period, SSW swell with cross-shore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 23 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 10s period, SSW swell with 2,293 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 19 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 9s period with E swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Warner Beach this week:
The surf forecast for Warner Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 19) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 5s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Warner Beach in the next 16 days are 3.5m 10s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 23) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.8m 5s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 25) at 2AM.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Wed 19th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 2AM (Sun 23rd Aug) | 11ft (3.5m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Sun 23rd Aug) | 11ft (3.5m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Warner Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming down the line for Warner Beach. It’s a mixed bag, so let’s not waste any time.
The next couple of weeks are a bit of a rollercoaster. We’re starting off with a small window of clean conditions on Wednesday, but the real size is lurking further out. The water temp is about average for this time of year, nothing to write home about.
Wednesday, August 19th – The morning is a no-go with a messy cross-shore and weak surf. The afternoon cleans up to a glassy, cross-offshore breeze, but the swell is tiny at around 2 ft from the SSW. It’s marginal at best, but if you’re desperate for a paddle, it’s the only thing on offer.
Thursday, August 20th – Forget it. A strong S/SSW wind is going to ruin it all day. The morning is lumpy with 7 ft of short-period S swell, and the afternoon is not much better. Stay home.
Friday, August 21st – A long-period groundswell from the S/SW rolls in, but those winds are still cross. You’ll find some 4 ft sets in the morning, but it’s choppy. Not the best.
Saturday, August 22nd – Here’s a little spark. The morning is clean! Glassy, cross-offshore winds from the N and a solid 5 ft of NE swell. The energy is moderate (461), and it’s the best looking session of the first week. The midday wind will swing and ruin the afternoon, so get your dawn patrol in.
Sunday, August 23rd – A meaty 7 ft S swell rolls in with moderate energy (1031), but the wind is onshore. It’s a messy, lumpy mess. Only for the die-hards.
Monday, August 24th – The swell holds at 6 ft from the S, long period, and the wind is light. The morning is the better call with a light cross-shore and a little bit of shape. The energy is strong (1115), but it’s a bit of a gamble with the tide.
Tuesday, August 25th – More S swell, but it’s a write-off. Strong onshore winds and choppy conditions.
Wednesday, August 26th – Tiny, weak, and blown out. Not worth a look.
Thursday, August 27th – The afternoon session shows some promise. The swell drops to 3 ft from the S, but the period is a very long 15 seconds, and the wind is light cross-shore. The energy is moderate (745). It’s a sneaky, clean little window.
Friday, August 28th – A bit more size at 5 ft from the S, but the wind is a moderate cross-shore. It’s messy, but there might be a few set waves for the patient.
Saturday, August 29th – The standout of the whole forecast. Clear skies, a gentle cross-offshore breeze from the NNE, and 3 ft of S groundswell with a long 13-second period. The energy is solid (756). It’s going to be clean, glassy, and the best chance for a proper surf. The afternoon gets wrecked by a strong SSW wind, so make it a morning mission. This is the one to circle on your calendar.
Sunday, August 30th – A 7 ft S swell rolls in with short period, but the wind is cross. It’s lumpy and not user-friendly.
Monday, August 31st – Strong NE winds blow it out. Not worth it.
Tuesday, September 1st – Tiny and onshore. Forget it.
Wednesday, September 2nd – A bump of ENE swell hits 6 ft, but it’s short period and cross-on. Marginal.
Thursday, September 3rd – Back to small, weak, and cross. A quiet end to the outlook.
So, to sum it up: Saturday morning, August 22nd is your best early bet, and Saturday morning, August 29th is the real standout. Mark it down.
Rusty, signing off.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Wed afternoon, min 17°C on Thu night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the SSW on Wed night, calm by Thu night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 31°C on Sat morning, min 16°C on Sun night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the SSW on Sat afternoon, light winds from the NW by Mon night). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 19 | Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | |||||||||||||||
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Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 9 | SSW 14 | SSW 15 | S 8 | SSW 8 | SSW 16 | S 14 | SSW 12 | S 11 | NE 6 | ENE 7 | SSW 10 | SSW 10 | S 10 | S 14 | S 14 | S 16 | S 17 | SSW 15 | S 14 | S 12 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
117 | 116 | 234 | 526 | 497 | 540 | 529 | 256 | 119 | 181 | 72 | 2293 | 1348 | 603 | 1231 | 1225 | 979 | 822 | 904 | 417 | 300 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-on | on | cross |
High Tide | 7:26PM1.36m | 7:34AM1.20m | 8:02PM1.20m | 8:21AM1.05m | 9:30PM1.05m | 12:09PM0.98m | 00:56AM1.09m | 1:47PM1.12m | 1:55AM1.24m | 2:24PM1.29m | 2:29AM1.39m | 2:52PM1.45m | 2:58AM1.52m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 1:10PM0.44m | 1:38AM0.57m | 1:43PM0.60m | 2:24AM0.71m | 2:38PM0.76m | 4:48AM0.81m | 6:12PM0.82m | 7:31AM0.70m | 7:46PM0.68m | 8:12AM0.54m | 8:23PM0.53m | 8:40AM0.39m | 8:53PM0.39m | ||||||||
6:26 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | |
— | 5:32 | — | — | 5:34 | — | — | 5:35 | — | — | 5:35 | — | — | 5:36 | — | — | 5:36 | — | — | 5:37 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 21 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 31 | 24 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 18 | 20 | 21 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 19 |
Feels °C | 19 | 19 | 21 | 15 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 28 | 18 | 13 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 20 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 9 | E 8 | E 7 | E 9 | S 8 | S 8 | S 14 | SSW 12 | S 11 | ENE 6 | ENE 7 | S 10 | S 10 | S 10 | S 14 | S 14 | S 16 | S 17 | NE 5 | S 14 | S 12 |
117 | 89 | 150 | 37 | 282 | 111 | 529 | 256 | 119 | 96 | 72 | 1147 | 701 | 603 | 1231 | 1225 | 979 | 822 | 7 | 417 | 300 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 5 | SSW 14 | E 8 | SSW 14 | E 8 | SSW 16 | E 8 | E 8 | — | SSW 14 | — | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 9 | E 9 | ENE 5 | E 8 | ENE 5 | S 22 |
9 | 116 | 127 | 73 | 22 | 540 | 21 | 21 | — | 70 | — | 20 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 16 | 14 | 14 | 6 | 3 | 150 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 15 | SSE 4 | — | NE 7 | SSW 14 | E 8 | — | — | — | S 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | E 9 | E 8 | E 8 | S 16 |
85 | 2 | — | 8 | 63 | 21 | — | — | — | 27 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 6 | 6 | 6 | 43 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | ENE 3 | SSW 15 | S 8 | SSW 8 | — | — | ENE 4 | ENE 5 | NE 6 | S 4 | SSW 10 | SSW 10 | — | — | — | NE 3 | NE 5 | SSW 15 | S 5 | ENE 5 |
— | 8 | 234 | 526 | 497 | — | — | 7 | 53 | 181 | 63 | 2293 | 1348 | — | — | — | 5 | 30 | 904 | 25 | 2 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 27 | 27 | 110 | 215 | 301 | 0 | 27 | 27 | 31 | 0 | 830 | 19 | 301 | 19 | 0 | 27 | 27 | 0 | 209 | 25 | 27 |
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Information about the Warner Beach Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Warner Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Warner Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Warner Beach 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 (Warner Beach) 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 Warner Beach 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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