Winki Pop Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.37° S 144.29° E

Winki Pop Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 am 01 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Winki Pop sea temperature is
13.6°C
0.6° 

Winki Pop surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Winki Pop surf forecast from 1 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 3 Sep, 10PM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 15s period, SW swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 5 Sep, 4PM (local time) - 16ft (5.0m), 14s period, SW swell with 9,447 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 1 Sep, 4PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 15s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Winki Pop this week:

The surf forecast for Winki Pop over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 01) at 4PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 15s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Winki Pop in the next 16 days are 5.0m 14s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Sep 05) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 4s period and expected on Saturday (Sep 05) at 7AM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 4PM (Tue 1st Sep)3.5ft (1.0m) 15s
Best Surf10PM (Thu 3rd Sep)7.5ft (2.3m) 15s
Most Powerful 4PM (Sat 5th Sep)16ft (5.0m) 14s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Winki Pop over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming down the line for Winki Pop. This is a classic reef and point set-up that loves a good SW groundswell, and we’ve got a real mixed bag of conditions over the next couple of weeks. The first few days are a bit of a tease, but there is some serious power on the way for those who know what they’re doing.

We kick things off on Tuesday the 1st of September with a clean little 4ft SW groundswell, but it’s got a howling 16 mph cross-off wind. The water’s sitting at 57°, which is pretty normal for this time of year. The energy is moderate (744), but it’s not exactly firing. Wednesday the 2nd bumps up a notch to 5ft to 5ft, still clean and cross-off, with the swell energy climbing into the strong range (1161 to 1220). Still, the scores are just okay. Thursday the 3rd is where the power starts to build. The morning holds a solid 7ft SW groundswell (energy 1580), but the wind is a stiff 19 mph cross-off. The afternoon is the real eye-opener: a massive 15ft SW swell (energy 9003). That’s big, raw power. It’s clean, but this is advanced territory only; beginners need to stay well away.

Friday the 4th of September is where it all comes together. We’ve got a 8ft SW groundswell with a long 16-second period and a nice offshore NW breeze. The energy is strong (2481). The conditions are excellent for experienced surfers. The wind is cleaning it up perfectly. This is the standout for the first week. Saturday the 5th gets wild again with a 16ft afternoon pulse (energy 12090), but the wind is howling at 22 mph. Even though the energy is massive, that wind will make it a battle. Sunday the 6th is a nice reset with a beautiful glassy afternoon and a clean 4ft SW swell. The energy is moderate (707), but the glassy conditions make it a real joy for a session.

Monday the 7th and Tuesday the 8th drop right back to tiny 2ft to 4ft surf. The energy is weak (175 to 676). There's a brief moment of glass on Tuesday morning with a 3ft, 18-second period groundswell. That period is very long. For a point break like Winki, that's a recipe for long, walling lines.

Wednesday the 9th is a write-off. A howling SW storm throws up a 15ft to 13ft mess with a strong cross-shore. The energy is bonkers (11084), but it’s pure chop. I wouldn’t paddle out.

Then comes the real highlight of the whole run: Thursday the 10th of September. We get a 10ft SW groundswell in the morning, easing to 8ft in the afternoon, with a 16-second period. The wind is a light offshore W, swinging WSW. The energy readings are a very strong 6027 and 4678. The conditions are excellent for experienced surfers. This is bigger than Friday the 4th, and with the lighter wind, it’s going to be a ripper. That’s the one to circle on the calendar.

Friday the 11th is still fun with a clean 5ft (energy 1340) but the wind switches cross-on in the afternoon, messing with the texture. Saturday the 12th brings light offshore winds again with 4ft to 4ft SW swell. Clean and fun. From Sunday the 13th through to Tuesday the 15th, we settle into a pattern of 3ft to 5ft SW groundswell. The morning of the 13th is glassy, which is always a treat. The standout in this last stretch is Monday the 14th afternoon, with a clean 5ft SSW swell and a very light cross-off. Energy is moderate (1141). The final day, Wednesday the 16th, is another washout with messy cross-shore winds and lumpy surf.

If you’re an experienced surfer, Thursday the 10th is your day. Big, solid groundswell, excellent conditions. Friday the 4th is a close second for a cleaner, slightly more manageable size. Don’t waste your time on the huge windy days or the tiny dribble.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Tue afternoon. Warm (max 20°C on Tue morning, min 8°C on Thu night). Mainly fresh winds.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Fri night. Very mild (max 17°C on Sun afternoon, min 10°C on Sat night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the WNW on Sat morning, calm by Sun afternoon).

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High Tide
2:20PM1.83m
2:52AM1.90m
2:48PM1.85m
3:31AM1.96m
3:17PM1.85m
4:11AM1.96m
3:49PM1.84m
4:54AM1.92m
4:24PM1.81m
5:42AM1.84m
5:04PM1.75m
6:38AM1.73m
5:53PM1.66m
Low Tide
8:34PM0.26m
8:53AM0.47m
9:06PM0.15m
9:29AM0.52m
9:40PM0.08m
10:05AM0.60m
10:18PM0.05m
10:44AM0.69m
11:00PM0.07m
11:26AM0.80m
11:48PM0.15m
12:18PM0.90m
00:47AM0.26m
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Information about the Winki Pop Surf forecast

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