Surf Forecasts:
Hellesto surf forecast from 15 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 19 Sep, 5AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 9s period, W swell with cross-onshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 16 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 10s period, W swell with 2,945 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 19 Sep, 5AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 9s period with W swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Hellesto this week:
The surf forecast for Hellesto over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Sep 19) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m and 9s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-onshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Hellesto in the next 16 days are 4.0m 10s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 16) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.6m 6s period and expected on Tuesday (Sep 15) at 5PM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Sat 19th Sep) | 10ft (3.0m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Sat 19th Sep) | 10ft (3.0m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Wed 16th Sep) | 13ft (4.0m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Hellesto over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s cut to the chase.
The next week and a half is junk. We’re looking at onshore winds, short-period slop, and just a whole lot of nothing. There’s a bit of size around Wednesday the 16th, with 1.8m, but it’s coming with a strong onshore breeze and a short period, so it’s going to be a washing machine. Not worth it.
For the rest of that stretch, it’s small and messy. Winds are cross-onshore, the swell is weak, and the energy readings are mostly in the low hundreds or even below 50. It’s flat, it’s bumpy, and you’re better off doing something else.
Now, here’s the good news. Tuesday the 29th morning is the standout. We finally get a proper 2.0m west swell with a 12-second period, and the wind is light and cross-offshore. That’s a real groundswell — combined energy at 1098. This is the day. The break is Hellesto, and with that west swell and clean surface, it’s going to be good. But at 2.0m, it’s not for beginners. You need to know what you’re doing. Crowds are likely, so get there early.
The next morning, the 30th, is smaller at 0.6m but still clean with an offshore breeze. Not the main event, but a fun little session if you just want to stretch your arms. The energy is low though, so don’t expect much push.
So, be patient. The first 12 days are a write-off. But that Tuesday the 29th morning is your chance. Don’t miss it.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 42mm), heaviest during Tue afternoon. Very mild (max 16°C on Tue morning, min 11°C on Wed night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the WNW on Wed morning, light winds from the WSW by Wed night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 33mm), heaviest during Fri morning. Very mild (max 14°C on Sat morning, min 12°C on Sat night). Winds increasing (light winds from the SSW on Sat morning, strong winds from the WNW by Sun morning). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 15 | Wednesday 16 | Thursday 17 | Friday 18 | Saturday 19 | Sunday 20 | Monday 21 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 11 | W 11 | W 10 | WNW 8 | WNW 7 | WNW 9 | W 11 | SW 5 | SW 7 | W 14 | W 14 | WSW 9 | WSW 8 | W 7 | WSW 6 | W 7 | W 8 | W 8 | W 12 | W 12 | W 11 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 20 | 56 | 2945 | 398 | 285 | 238 | 37 | 55 | 158 | 801 | 557 | 1259 | 688 | 150 | 273 | 569 | 596 | 398 | 290 | 485 | 260 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | on | on | on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 1:38PM0.32m | 1:58AM0.32m | 2:05PM0.32m | 2:27AM0.29m | 2:36PM0.30m | 2:59AM0.27m | 3:10PM0.28m | 3:35AM0.25m | 3:51PM0.25m | 4:21AM0.22m | 4:49PM0.22m | 5:35AM0.20m | 6:28PM0.21m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 7:50PM0.02m | 7:59AM0.05m | 8:16PM0.04m | 8:16AM0.06m | 8:36PM0.06m | 8:29AM0.08m | 8:54PM0.08m | 8:46AM0.10m | 9:16PM0.11m | 9:13AM0.12m | 9:55PM0.14m | 10:00AM0.15m | 3:05AM0.14m | ||||||||
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 | 7:05 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:09 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — |
 | — | 7:59 | — | — | 7:55 | — | — | 7:52 | — | — | 7:50 | — | — | 7:46 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | 7:42 | — |
mm | 8 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 2 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 16 | 16 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 13 | 11 |
Feels °C | 11 | 11 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 10 | 10 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 4 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 11 | W 11 | — | SW 7 | — | W 12 | W 5 | W 10 | W 10 | W 14 | W 8 | WNW 13 | W 12 | W 7 | SSW 7 | SSW 7 | — | SSW 6 | W 7 | SSW 5 | W 11 |
| kJ | 20 | 56 | — | 84 | — | 12 | 21 | 17 | 45 | 801 | 260 | 431 | 144 | 150 | 61 | 10 | — | 4 | 117 | 5 | 260 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 9 | N 10 | — | W 10 | — | S 6 | W 11 | NNW 8 | W 19 | — | W 14 | — | — | W 12 | WNW 11 | — | — | — | W 12 | — | SW 6 |
| kJ | 14 | 2 | — | 33 | — | 3 | 37 | 6 | 7 | — | 557 | — | — | 98 | 91 | — | — | — | 290 | — | 59 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 11 | — | — | — | — | — | NW 8 | — | NW 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 6 | — | — |
| kJ | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | 11 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | W 10 | WNW 8 | WNW 7 | WNW 9 | SE 2 | SW 5 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 7 | WSW 9 | WSW 8 | SW 7 | WSW 6 | W 7 | W 8 | W 8 | — | W 12 | — |
| kJ | 109 | 184 | 2945 | 398 | 285 | 238 | 1 | 55 | 158 | 277 | 255 | 1259 | 688 | 85 | 273 | 569 | 596 | 398 | — | 485 | — |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 405 | 428 | 988 | 565 | 456 | 365 | 396 | 365 | 365 | 370 | 370 | 396 | 468 | 396 | 468 | 826 | 775 | 499 | 396 | 498 | 110 |
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The above surf forecast table for Hellesto provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Hellesto can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Hellesto 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 (Hellesto) 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).
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Are you planning a holiday in South and West Norway? If you are looking for accommodation near Hellesto, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in South and West Norway, consider staying in Sandnes which is 10 km (6 miles) away. Other places in and around South and West Norway where you can find information about places to rent, and car hire include Tananger which is 10 km (6 miles) away, Stavanger, Randaberg and Tau.
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