Is August a good time for surfing at Bells Beach?
August is a good month for surfing at Bells Beach (best: July, September–October). Waves 1.8 m, water 13°C (5/4 wetsuit and boots), air 15°C.
Plan your trip to Bells BeachEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1.8 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 13°C, 5/4 wetsuit and boots
- Air: 15°C by day, 8°C at night
- Weather: 24 sunny days, 12 rainy days
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in August
Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Other surfing spots in Australia in August →Where to go surfing in August →Schools and camps near Bells Beach
- Torquay Surf Academy 4.8 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is August a good time for surfing at Bells Beach?
August is a good month for surfing at Bells Beach (best: July, September–October). Waves 1.8 m, water 13°C (5/4 wetsuit and boots), air 15°C.
How warm is the water at Bells Beach in August?
About 13°C: 5/4 wetsuit and boots.
How big are the waves at Bells Beach in August?
About 1.8 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Bells Beach in August?
Around 15°C by day and 8°C at night, with about 24 sunny and 12 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in August?
Within 1,500 km: Lennox Head (1.7 m waves), Cactus Beach (2.2 m waves) & Sydney – Bondi Beach (1.8 m waves).
