Surf Forecasts:
Winki Pop surf forecast from 13 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 13 Aug, 7PM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 16s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 14 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 16s period, SW swell with 2,627 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 13 Aug, 7PM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 16s 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 Thursday (Aug 13) at 7PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.2m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 16s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Winki Pop in the next 16 days are 2.3m 16s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 14) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.8m 5s period and expected on Monday (Aug 17) at 1AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7PM (Thu 13th Aug) | 7ft (2.2m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 7PM (Thu 13th Aug) | 7ft (2.2m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 1AM (Fri 14th Aug) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Winki Pop over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let’s look at what’s shaping up for Winki Pop.
We’ve got a solid week of clean, powerful groundswell coming in over the next few days, starting Thursday the 13th. The water’s currently sitting at about 56°, which is pretty much bang on average for this time of year.
It kicks off Thursday morning with a solid 7ft SW groundswell, period a touch under 16 seconds. The energy’s pumping at 2444 (moderate to strong) and the wind is a cross-off W at 12 mph, keeping it clean. This is advanced territory at that size, with that long period making for some serious, lined-up waves on the reef and point. Crowds are often an issue, so get out early. The morning is the pick. Afternoon stays good, wind drops to 9 mph, still cross-off.
Friday the 14th keeps the party going. Another day of 7ft SW swell, 16-second period, wind again cross-off from the W in the morning. Still big, still powerful, still for experienced surfers only. The afternoon sees the wind swing to the SW at 9 mph, going cross-shore, and the quality takes a slight dip.
Saturday the 15th is your real standout. The swell has eased a touch to 6ft from the SW, but it’s still got decent period (15 seconds). The big news is the wind: glassy, dead calm in the morning from the SSE at just 3 mph. That’s as clean as it gets. The energy is still strong at 1474. This is the best session of the run for anyone who can handle it. Afternoon gets a bit messy with a light cross-onshore.
We see a real drop-off from Sunday the 16th through to the following Sunday the 23rd. Swell sizes tumble to around 1ft to 4ft. There are a few moments of clean conditions, like Thursday the 20th afternoon with a glassy 3ft SW swell and low energy (352), but it’s small and weak. You’ll be scratching around for scraps.
Then, it gets interesting again. On Monday the 24th, a new pulse of SW groundswell arrives, hitting 5ft with a 15-second period and strong energy (1216) but it’s blowing a fresh 19 mph NW offshore. That is a trade-off. The wind keeps it clean, but that’s a lot of breeze. Wednesday the 26th morning brings another 7ft SW swell, but then it gets ugly that afternoon as a 22 mph cross-shore wind smashes things, with the energy jumping to 4211 and big chop.
The biggest and most dangerous wave of the whole outlook hits Thursday the 27th morning: a massive 15ft SW groundswell with energy at 14406 (very strong) and a 12 mph cross-onshore wind. This is expert-only, serious business. The afternoon eases off, and then Friday the 28th morning finishes the run on a glassy note with a clean 5ft SSW swell and gentle offshore conditions – a nice end to the story.
For the best overall window, I’m pointing at Saturday morning the 15th. That glassy session on a solid, clean 6ft SW groundswell is as good as it gets. For something later in the run, keep an eye on Friday morning the 28th – smaller but glassy and clean.
Stay safe out there, especially on those bigger days. This is Rusty, signing off.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Thu afternoon, min 11°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Tue afternoon, min 10°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Thu 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | Sunday 16 | Monday 17 | Tuesday 18 | Wednesday 19 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SSW 15 | SW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
2262 | 2627 | 2040 | 2014 | 1882 | 1306 | 1238 | 899 | 630 | 469 | 384 | 489 | 581 | 485 | 238 | 310 | 196 | 107 | 82 | 54 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | glassy | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 11:28PM1.60m | 12:46PM1.87m | 00:40AM1.71m | 1:30PM1.93m | 1:40AM1.81m | 2:09PM1.97m | 2:32AM1.88m | 2:45PM1.97m | 3:19AM1.91m | 3:19PM1.94m | 4:01AM1.89m | 3:51PM1.88m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 5:55PM0.82m | 6:01AM0.25m | 6:53PM0.63m | 7:00AM0.25m | 7:41PM0.44m | 7:51AM0.28m | 8:24PM0.29m | 8:36AM0.34m | 9:03PM0.19m | 9:18AM0.42m | 9:40PM0.15m | 9:56AM0.52m | 10:16PM0.17m | |||||||
— | — | 7:09 | — | — | 7:09 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:03 | — | — | |
5:44 | — | — | 5:44 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:46 | — | — | 5:47 | — | — | 5:49 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — |
Temp °C | 15 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 13 | 16 | 17 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 14 |
Feels °C | 12 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 10 | 11 | 11 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SSW 15 | SW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 |
2262 | 2627 | 2040 | 2014 | 1882 | 1306 | 1238 | 899 | 630 | 469 | 384 | 489 | 581 | 485 | 238 | 310 | 196 | 107 | 82 | 54 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 16 | — | S 15 | S 15 | S 15 | S 16 | S 15 | — | — | SE 5 | ESE 5 | ESE 5 | ESE 5 | ESE 6 | SW 14 | SE 4 | ESE 4 | ESE 4 | ESE 7 | SW 20 |
75 | — | 121 | 74 | 72 | 76 | 116 | — | — | 28 | 34 | 17 | 18 | 40 | 116 | 5 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 15 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 16 | — | — | ESE 5 | ESE 4 | — | ESE 7 | — | ESE 6 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | — | — | 22 | 2 | — | 5 | — | 4 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SE 3 | — | SE 5 | — | — | — | ESE 6 | NE 3 | NE 3 | E 4 | NE 4 | NNE 4 | NE 4 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | — | 13 | — | — | — | 83 | 2 | 5 | 9 | 15 | 17 | 4 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 11 | 30 | 19 | 33 | 10 | 10 | 33 | 10 | 19 | 19 | 1 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
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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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