
Surf Forecasts:
Waverly surf forecast from 4 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 6 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 6s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 10 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 6s period, S swell with 135 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 6 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 6s period with S swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Waverly this week:
The surf forecast for Waverly over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 06) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 6s period with a secondary swell of 0.9m and 6s. Another secondary swell of 0.1m and 10s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Waverly in the next 16 days are 1.3m 6s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 10) at 5AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 3s period and expected on Monday (Aug 10) at 8AM.
| Wave Type | Time (EDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Thu 6th Aug) | 4ft (1.2m) 6s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Thu 6th Aug) | 4ft (1.2m) 6s |
| Most Powerful | 5AM (Mon 10th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 6s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Waverly over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s get this out there. The next couple of weeks are pretty bleak for a proper paddle, I won't sugar-coat it. The swell is small, the winds are mostly messy, and it looks like we’re going to be staring at a lot of closeouts and chop. There is a bit of a gap at the start here, with nothing worth paddling out for until we get into the middle of the month, and even then, it's not going to be anything to write home about.
The first real chance of anything comes around Thursday the 14th. The swell bumps up a touch to about 3 feet, but it’s coming from the S with a period of just 6 seconds. That’s short-period, wind-affected junk. The combined energy reading is 92, which is weak to moderate, but the wind is up and it's cross-shore, so it’s going to be a battle. Waverly (United States) is our only break on the cards, and it’s a breakwater, which can handle some of this, but the wind just kills it. It’s not a beginner wave, either, and it will be closing out more than stacking up.
The following day, the 15th, has a similar story. Swell hangs around 3 to 3 feet from the SSE, period stretches to 8 seconds, which is a slight improvement, but it’s still onshore and bumpy. The energy is weak, around 88. It’s not worth the paddle.
Now, here’s the one true standout in this whole period. On Sunday the 16th, the wind drops out completely. Glassy. The swell is tiny, a mere 1 foot, but the conditions will be clean. It’s not a wave you’ll get barreled on, but for a longboard or a funboard, it could be a fun little session. The break is very consistent, and while crowds are sometimes an issue, a clean and tiny day like this might keep a few people away. The energy is feeble, only reading 11, but the lack of wind is a major plus. This is your best bet for a splash, not a serious surf.
After that, the middle of the week looks like we’re back to small, short-period leftovers. The 17th and 18th have some swell from the SSE/SE, but it’s all cross-onshore and blown out. The energy numbers are low, and the wave heights are down around 0.5 to 2 feet. It’s not worth the effort.
So, to sum it up: the conditions are poor for the majority of these 16 days. The only real highlight is that glassy morning on the 16th, but it’s tiny. The rest is a write-off. We’ve got a long flat spell ahead, and the swell just isn’t showing up. It’s a bit of a blank run, which can happen in this area. The water temp is 76°F, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so at least it won’t be cold while you’re sitting there wondering where the waves went.
Keep an eye on it, though. Forecasts can change.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Wed night. Warm (max 29°C on Thu afternoon, min 23°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 19mm), heaviest on Fri night. Warm (max 31°C on Fri afternoon, min 23°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Tue 4 | Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SE 7 | ESE 7 | SE 6 | SE 6 | SSE 5 | SSE 6 | S 5 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
69 | 31 | 32 | 25 | 49 | 58 | 56 | 96 | 47 | 52 | 69 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 30 | 38 | 50 | 51 | 51 | 23 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off |
High Tide | 00:39AM1.13m | 1:20PM1.28m | 1:37AM1.06m | 2:22PM1.31m | 2:45AM1.00m | 3:30PM1.35m | 4:01AM0.99m | 4:40PM1.41m | 5:14AM1.02m | 5:46PM1.48m | 6:19AM1.09m | 6:45PM1.55m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 6:54PM0.20m | 7:03AM0.08m | 7:57PM0.21m | 7:56AM0.10m | 9:08PM0.21m | 8:58AM0.10m | 10:19PM0.18m | 10:06AM0.09m | 11:27PM0.12m | 11:13AM0.06m | 00:28AM0.05m | 12:17PM0.01m | 1:24AM-0.02m | |||||||
— | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | |
8:07 | — | — | 8:06 | — | — | 8:05 | — | — | 8:04 | — | — | 8:01 | — | — | 8:00 | — | — | 8:00 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 19 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 |
Temp °C | 24 | 23 | 25 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 29 | 27 | 28 | 31 | 28 | 26 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 27 | 31 | 30 |
Feels °C | 23 | 23 | 28 | 29 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 29 | 31 | 28 | 27 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 29 | 31 | 27 | 30 | 31 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 7 | ESE 7 | SE 6 | SE 6 | E 10 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 10 | SE 8 | E 9 | SE 8 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 | E 8 | E 11 | S 6 | SE 10 | S 6 |
47 | 31 | 32 | 25 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 2 | 21 | 27 | 28 | 30 | 1 | 2 | 51 | 4 | 23 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SSE 7 | S 6 | E 10 | — | E 9 | — | — | — | E 10 | — | E 9 | SE 8 | SE 8 | ESE 8 | E 11 | E 8 | SE 10 | E 9 | SE 10 |
— | 15 | 12 | 2 | — | 2 | — | — | — | 2 | — | 2 | 20 | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 4 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 8 | — | E 8 | — | E 13 | — | — | — | — | E 9 | — | — | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 11 | E 10 | E 9 | E 9 | E 8 |
1 | — | 1 | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 7 | — | ENE 4 | S 6 | SSE 5 | SSE 6 | S 5 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 | WSW 2 | — | — | S 6 | S 6 | W 3 | S 6 | — |
69 | — | 1 | 19 | 49 | 58 | 56 | 96 | 47 | 52 | 69 | 28 | 1 | — | — | 38 | 50 | 6 | 51 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 292 | 72 | 168 | 672 | 1092 | 125 | 1175 | 91 | 14 | 73 | 10 | 15 | 22 | 57 | 53 | 87 | 1 | 2 | 15 | 130 |
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The above surf forecast table for Waverly provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Waverly can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Waverly 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 (Waverly) 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 Waverly 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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