Winki Pop Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.37° S 144.29° E

Winki Pop Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 am 09 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Winki Pop sea temperature is
13.5° C
0.5° 

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 9 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 13 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 16s period, SW swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Friday 14 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 15s period, SW swell with 1,685 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 10 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 19s 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 Monday (Aug 10) at 10AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 19s period. 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 1.9m 15s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 14) at 7AM. 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 5s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 10AM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10AM (Mon 10th Aug)4ft (1.2m) 19s
Best Surf 4AM (Thu 13th Aug)6ft (1.8m) 16s
Most Powerful 7AM (Fri 14th Aug)6ft (1.9m) 15s

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


The Lowdown

Rusty here, let’s talk swell.

First few days are dead. Nothing worth suiting up until Monday, August 10th. That’s where Winki Pop (Victoria) comes alive. Monday morning is the pick of the whole run: 2ft of clean SW groundswell with a massive 19-second period. Wind is light offshore from the NNW. That long-period energy wraps deep onto the reef and point. The combined energy reading is 1026—moderate but solid. Water temp is about 56°, right on average for this time of year.

Tuesday the 11th follows with 3ft in the morning, wind offshore, and period at 15 seconds. Afternoon bumps to 4ft, still with offshore wind. Good shape, consistent sets.

Wednesday the 12th pushes up to 5ft in the morning and 5ft by afternoon. Cross-offshore wind, but the period stays at 16 seconds. Energy climbs to 1443. This is strong surf—better for experienced surfers.

Thursday the 13th is the heavy hitter. We’re talking 6ft in the morning, hitting 6ft in the afternoon. Light cross-off wind, 15-second period, and energy at 1569. This is powerful, clean, and excellent for strong surfers. That’s your second standout.

Friday the 14th holds size at 6ft but the wind turns more side-shore in the afternoon, making it a bit bumpy. Morning is still okay.

From Saturday the 15th onward, the quality fades fast. Onshore winds and chop take over. A small, glassy window opens on Monday the 17th with 3ft, but it’s not worth the hype.

Looking way out to Sunday, August 23rd, there’s a glimmer: glassy conditions, 4ft of SW swell with a 17-second period, and energy at 973. That’s a long way off, so fingers crossed.

Bottom line: focus on Monday the 10th and Thursday the 13th. Winki Pop can get crowded, so plan accordingly.

Rusty, out.

Short Range Forecast

Heavy rain (total 27mm), heaviest during Sun night. Very mild (max 13°C on Sun night, min 8°C on Mon morning). Mainly fresh winds.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Some drizzle, heaviest during Wed afternoon. Very mild (max 14°C on Thu morning, min 9°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

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Energy kJ
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Wind (km/h)
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20
NNW
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SW
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High Tide
6:09PM1.69m
8:12AM1.69m
7:06PM1.62m
9:32AM1.68m
8:25PM1.55m
10:50AM1.72m
9:59PM1.54m
11:54AM1.79m
11:28PM1.60m
12:46PM1.87m
00:40AM1.71m
1:30PM1.93m
1:40AM1.81m
Low Tide
12:38PM0.93m
1:07AM0.16m
1:45PM1.02m
2:14AM0.21m
3:11PM1.05m
3:33AM0.25m
4:42PM0.98m
4:51AM0.25m
5:55PM0.82m
6:01AM0.25m
6:53PM0.63m
7:00AM0.25m
7:41PM0.44m
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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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