Whites Reef Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.34° S 141.39° E

Whites Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 am 06 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Whites Reef sea temperature is
14.5°C
1.0° 

Whites Reef surf forecast from 6 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Friday 11 Sep, 10PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 16s period, SW swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 9 Sep, 4PM (local time) - 8ft (2.4m), 17s period, SSW swell with 3,378 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 7 Sep, 10PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 14s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Whites Reef this week:

The surf forecast for Whites Reef over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 07) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 20s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Whites Reef in the next 16 days are 2.4m 17s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 09) at 4PM. 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 8s period and expected on Sunday (Sep 13) at 4PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10PM (Mon 7th Sep)3.5ft (1.0m) 14s
Best Surf10PM (Fri 11th Sep)4.5ft (1.4m) 16s
Most Powerful 4PM (Wed 9th Sep)8ft (2.4m) 17s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Whites Reef over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the menu for the next couple of weeks.

Right off the bat, we’ve got a bit of a slow start. The first few days are pretty average, with the wind and swell not really lining up. But hold tight, because there’s a solid window of clean fun coming our way.

The standout here is Whites Reef, a reef break that’s fairly consistent and exposed to the west. The water temp is sitting at 58°, which is about 2° warmer than usual for this time of year, so it’s a touch on the mild side but nothing crazy.

Monday 7th is a bit of a write-off – messy cross-shore winds and small, weak swell. Not worth paddling out for. Tuesday 8th sees a bit more size, with a 4ft swell from the SW, but the wind is cross-on and choppy, so it’s a struggle. The real energy is there, with a combined swell energy of 1313, but it’s not clean.

Wednesday 9th pumps up to 7ft to 8ft from the SW and SSW, with a very long period of 19 seconds. That’s a lot of power (4582 energy), but with a fresh cross-on breeze and lumpy conditions, this is really only for the experienced crew. Beginners, sit this one out.

Things start to clean up on Friday 11th afternoon. The swell drops to a more manageable 4ft from the SSW, but the wind swings to a light cross-off breeze, and the wave comment says clean. That’s a nice little session for the intermediate surfer.

Saturday 12th is where it’s at. Morning sees a 4ft SW swell with clean conditions and a light cross-off breeze. Then by afternoon, the wind goes glassy – absolute zero chop – with a 3ft SW swell. That’s the best of the whole forecast. The wave energy is moderate (410), but the quality will be high. No crowds mentioned, but it’s a spot that can get busy, so get in early.

After that, the wind gets nasty again from Sunday 13th through to Monday 21st, with strong onshore and cross-on winds, lumpy sea states, and poor surf. The swell stays around 4ft to 7ft but it’s just messy. Not worth your time.

Monday 21st is a late surprise. A light offshore breeze from the ENE, a clean 3ft SW swell, and the wave comment says good surf. The next afternoon, the SE wind goes cross-off, the swell picks up to 4ft with a 16-second period, and it’s very good conditions. This is the second standout, though it’s a long way out – so keep an eye on it, but don’t book the trip yet.

So, to wrap it up: the absolute best windows are Saturday 12th (especially the glassy afternoon) and the Monday 21st / Tuesday 22nd window for clean, lined-up waves. The rest is a battle with the wind.

Stay stoked, stay safe, and I’ll catch you in the lineup.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 12°C on Sun morning, min 7°C on Mon night). Winds increasing (calm on Mon night, fresh winds from the SSW by Tue night).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 12°C on Fri afternoon, min 9°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Sunday
6
Monday
7
Tuesday
8
Wednesday
9
Thursday
10
Friday
11
Saturday
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2
0
0
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1
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2
3
3
2
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Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
1.5
WSW
14
1.3
WSW
13
0.6
SW
14
0.7
WSW
13
0.8
SW
13
1
SW
13
1.3
SW
17
1.3
SW
16
1.3
SW
16
2.1
SW
19
2.4
SSW
17
2.4
SSW
17
2
SSW
16
1.8
SW
16
1.6
SW
15
1.4
SW
14
1.3
SSW
15
1.4
SW
16
1.1
SW
15
1
SW
15
0.8
SW
14
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
838
520
149
147
242
305
951
844
886
3130
3378
3301
2084
1591
1045
742
720
906
492
410
251
Wind (km/h)
15
W
15
WSW
20
SW
20
S
15
S
5
E
15
WNW
20
W
30
SSW
30
SSW
25
SSW
20
SW
20
SW
15
SW
10
SSW
10
SSE
15
SE
10
NE
15
N
5
WSW
20
N
Wind State
on
on
on
cross
cross
cross-off
cross-on
on
cross-on
cross-on
cross-on
cross-on
cross-on
cross-on
cross-on
cross
cross-off
off
cross-off
glassy
cross-off
High Tide
12:25PM0.17m
12:18PM0.18m
12:25PM0.19m
1:10AM0.06m
12:36PM0.19m
00:08AM0.08m
12:46PM0.18m
00:17AM0.11m
12:57PM0.17m
00:42AM0.14m
1:02PM0.17m
1:10AM0.16m
Low Tide
9:36PM0.01m
9:45PM0.03m
9:28PM0.05m
8:19PM0.07m
5:17AM0.04m
7:31PM0.07m
6:04AM0.04m
7:12PM0.06m
6:42AM0.04m
7:09PM0.04m
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6:50
6:48
6:47
6:45
6:43
6:41
6:41
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6:15
6:16
6:17
6:17
6:19
6:20
6:21
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Temp °C
12
12
12
11
10
9
11
11
11
11
11
10
11
11
10
11
12
10
18
19
15
Feels °C
9
8
8
6
6
6
7
6
3
4
5
5
8
8
8
9
9
6
15
16
11
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Information about the Whites Reef Surf forecast

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

Are you planning a holiday in Far West of Victoria? If you are looking for accommodation near Whites Reef, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in Far West of Victoria, consider staying in Portland which is 18 km (11 miles) away. Other places in and around Far West of Victoria where you can find information about places to rent, and car hire include Allendale East which is 70 km (43 miles) away, Mount Gambier and Warrnambool.

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