Byron Bay - Wategos, Wind forecast

28.6361° S, 153.634° E
16.08.2026 (Sunday)
  • Rain detected – challenging conditions
  • Unlikely breeze — 1% probability
  • Significant gusts forecast (11.2 m/s)
  • Dangerous wave height forecast (2.1 m)
  • Caution – short wave period (7.6 s)
17.08.2026 (Monday)
  • Rain detected – challenging conditions
  • Unlikely breeze — 6% probability
  • Significant gusts forecast (9.8 m/s)
  • Dangerous wave height forecast (2.4 m)
  • Caution – short wave period (6.8 s)
18.08.2026 (Tuesday)
  • Rain detected – challenging conditions
  • Unlikely breeze — 1% probability
  • Light wind – experience required (5.2 m/s)
  • Significant gusts forecast (7.0 m/s)
  • Dangerous wave height forecast (2.3 m)
  • Caution – short wave period (6.6 s)
19.08.2026 (Wednesday)
  • Rain detected – challenging conditions
  • Unlikely breeze — 2% probability
  • Light wind – experience required (4.8 m/s)
  • Wave height – experience required (1.9 m)
  • Caution – short wave period (6.7 s)
20.08.2026 (Thursday)
  • Wind too light – not suitable (3.9 m/s)
  • Rain detected – challenging conditions
  • Unlikely breeze — 13% probability
  • Wave height – experience required (1.4 m)
  • Caution – short wave period (7.3 s)
21.08.2026 (Friday)
  • Rain detected – challenging conditions
  • Low breeze chance — 46% probability
  • Light wind – experience required (4.0 m/s)
  • Wave height – experience required (1.3 m)
  • Caution – short wave period (6.7 s)
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Popular spot activity — Surfing

Wategos Beach is a sheltered bay that is protected from the larger swells that can hit the area during the winter months. This means that the water is generally calm and clear, which adds to the overall experience of surfing at this spot.

In addition to its great waves, Wategos Beach is surrounded by beautiful scenery, including lush vegetation and rocky cliffs. The beach is also well-maintained, with plenty of facilities for sportsmen and visitors.

While Wategos Beach can get crowded, especially during peak season, the atmosphere is generally friendly and welcoming, with surfers of all levels sharing the waves and enjoying the experience.

Several tips if you are a newbie:

Be patient and enjoy!


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