Anglesea Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here, let’s talk about what’s coming up for Anglesea.

First up, the overall pattern. The forecast is a bit of a slow burner for the first week, with at least three days of nothing worth paddling out for. The real action, the stuff that gets the heart rate up, is waiting in the second week. The water temp is sitting at 57°, which is about average for this time of year – nothing to complain about there.

We’re starting with a bit of a gap. The first few days are a write-off, but hold tight, because the good stuff is on its way.

The first real window of opportunity shows up on Sunday the 26th. It’s not huge, but it’s clean. We’re looking at a 4ft SSW swell with a nice 11-second period, and the wind is going light offshore. The wave energy is modest (274), but it’s the kind of morning where you can just cruise. This is a beginner-friendly break, very consistent, so it’s a good one to get the wetsuit on and get a few.

Now, the standouts. The best of the bunch is going to be the weekend of the 1st and 2nd of August. Saturday the 1st is looking dreamy. A 4ft SSW swell, but the period is 16 seconds – that’s proper groundswell energy. The wind is light offshore, and the wave energy is pumping (1,307). This is going to be clean, well-shaped, and a joy to paddle out into. It’s a beginner spot, but at this size, it’s going to be fun for everyone. There is a chance of crowds here, as it gets busy sometimes.

Then Sunday the 2nd brings a slightly bigger 5ft SW swell, period pushing 17 seconds, and the wave energy is cranking (1,707). That’s surf for experienced surfers – it’s got some grunt. The wind is off, the water is clear, and it’s just a beautiful forecast. The long period means it’ll be a bit more lined up, but at a point break or reef, this would be perfect. At Anglesea, a beach break, the long period might make it a little straight, but it’s still going to be head and shoulders above the rest of the week.

For the beginner crew, the 4ft to 5ft range is just right, but on Sunday the 2nd, it’s right on the edge. If you’re not confident, stick to the Saturday.

The following week has some other promising sessions, especially the 6th and 8th of August, with big swells and long periods, but the confidence drops a little that far out. Still, it looks like a solid run of groundswell for the second week.

So, to sum it up: the first few days are a washout. Get your gear ready for Sunday the 26th for a gentle introduction, but mark your calendar for the 1st and 2nd of August. That’s the real deal.

Rusty.

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