Wye River Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.64° S 143.90° E

Wye River Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 am 19 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Wye River sea temperature is
13.7° C
0.6° 

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


Wye River surf forecast from 19 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Friday 21 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 16s period, WSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 22 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 16s period, SW swell with 3,439 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 19 Aug, 7PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 15s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Wye River this week:

The surf forecast for Wye River over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 19) at 7PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 15s period. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Wye River in the next 16 days are 2.5m 16s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 22) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore 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 19) at 7PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 7PM (Wed 19th Aug)3ft (0.9m) 15s
Best Surf 7AM (Fri 21st Aug)8ft (2.5m) 16s
Most Powerful10AM (Sat 22nd Aug)8ft (2.5m) 16s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Wye River over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Hey folks, Rusty here. Let’s break down what Wye River has in store for the next couple of weeks.

It starts off small and clean, but there’s some serious heavy water coming in the second half. The first few days are perfect for the learners, but if you’ve got the experience, the big stuff is worth the wait.

Wednesday 19th August we’ve got a tiny 3ft SW swell. The morning’s a bit messy with a cross-off breeze, but the afternoon cleans up with a solid offshore wind from the north. It’s small, but rideable for the beginners. Water temp is about 57°, which is normal for this time of year.

Thursday 20th August the swell picks up to 3ft from the WSW by the afternoon. That offshore NW wind will keep it clean and fun. The swell period is a solid 13 seconds, so there’s a bit of groundswell push.

Friday 21st August is where it gets real. The swell hits 10ft from the WSW. This is serious size, only for the experienced. The combined wave energy is massive (4851 in the arvo), but the wind is cross-off, so it’s a bit lumpy. Raw and powerful.

Saturday 22nd is still big at 8ft, but the cross-shore wind from the WSW chops it up. Not a great day for a paddle – this one’s looking more like a kite-surfing day.

Sunday 23rd August is the first true standout. The swell drops to a still-juicy 7ft from the SW, and the wind goes glassy in the afternoon. That’s right, glassy. The combined energy is still strong (2335), and the conditions are excellent for experienced surfers. This is the day to clear your schedule. The river mouth and reef will be handling that long-period groundswell (13 seconds) beautifully.

Monday 24th stays good, with a 6ft SW swell and offshore NW winds. Clean, manageable, and very surfable.

From Tuesday 25th through Wednesday 26th, the wind swings cross-on, and it gets choppy. The swell is still there, but it’s messy.

Thursday 27th sees a drop to 4ft, with a fresh offshore from the NNW in the morning. Small and clean, but weak.

Now, Friday 28th August – mark this one. We’re looking at a 13ft SW swell with a 16-second period. The combined energy is off the charts (13936), and the wind is light and offshore from the NW in the afternoon. This is exceptional, expert-only territory. The reef and river mouth will be handling this very long-period groundswell like a dream, but it’s going to be big and powerful. Only the brave.

Saturday 29th is a write-off. Onshore southerly winds and a big, messy 12ft swell. Don’t bother.

Sunday 30th is smaller and cleaner, but cross-on winds keep it from being great.

Monday 31st August into Tuesday 1st September brings a nice clean run. Swell around 6ft to 6ft from the SW, with offshore winds. The energy is moderate (1957 to 1412), and the conditions are excellent for experienced surfers. Solid, clean waves.

Wednesday 2nd September is smaller at 4ft, but clean and glassy. A nice gentle end.

Thursday 3rd September finishes with a 6ft SW swell and glassy conditions in the morning. A beautiful way to wrap it up, but the afternoon gets a cross-on breeze.

So, the best on offer? No contest: Sunday 23rd August for that glassy, 7ft SW groundswell. And for the big guns, Friday 28th August is the one to watch – just be ready for a serious paddle.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 9mm), mostly falling on Wed morning. Very mild (max 14°C on Wed afternoon, min 10°C on Thu night). Mainly fresh winds.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 7mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Very mild (max 17°C on Mon morning, min 9°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light.

Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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3251
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2006
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1238
933
1510
2875
2032
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Wind (km/h)
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15
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15
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High Tide
3:30PM1.68m
4:25AM1.67m
3:58PM1.61m
5:05AM1.60m
4:25PM1.53m
5:46AM1.51m
4:51PM1.44m
6:36AM1.42m
5:18PM1.35m
7:43AM1.35m
5:49PM1.26m
9:18AM1.33m
6:44PM1.16m
Low Tide
9:56PM0.14m
10:14AM0.62m
10:29PM0.18m
10:48AM0.73m
11:02PM0.25m
11:23AM0.84m
11:39PM0.33m
12:03PM0.95m
00:22AM0.42m
1:02PM1.05m
1:19AM0.50m
3:03PM1.10m
2:39AM0.55m
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Information about the Wye River Surf forecast

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