Anglesea Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's get into what we've got on the table for the next couple of weeks.

The first good news is that we’ve got some solid waves coming, but we'll have to be patient. There's a real gap at the start before things kick off. After that, we'll see a big pulse of energy and then a longer, quieter period before some more promising signs appear later in the outlook.

The main spot in the crosshairs is Anglesea. Let's break it down.

We start with a bit of a wait. The first few days are quiet, with nothing really worth paddling out for. Then, we finally get a green light on Sunday, August 23rd. The morning will see a clean 5 ft swell from the SW with a period of 14 seconds, under a gentle offshore NW breeze. The wave energy is moderate at 1193. It's a good start, but the afternoon is the real gem. The breeze turns light cross-off from the WNW, the swell holds at 5 ft, but the period stretches to 16 seconds, building the energy to 1593. The conditions are described as excellent for experienced surfers at this stage. This is a standout session.

Now, hold onto your board shorts, because Saturday, August 22nd is a monster. We're looking at a massive 13 ft SW swell. The energy readings are extreme, hitting 8628 in the morning. While the wind is offshore and clean, this is *way* too big for Anglesea, a spot that's fairly exposed. This is strictly for the big-wave chargers, and even then, it's a serious call. For the average punter, this is a day to watch from the cliffs.

The action calms down fast after Sunday. Monday and Tuesday are a write-off with poor conditions and cross-onshore winds. The swell drops significantly, and we enter a long, flat spell from about Wednesday, August 27th through to the end of the month. The waves are small, the energy is low, and it's just not worth the effort. We're talking about a gap of nearly a week with nothing to recommend.

But don't lose hope. The forecast starts to look interesting again as we roll into September. On Wednesday, September 3rd, the morning session shows promise with a 4 ft SW swell, 14-second period, and a clean offshore WNW wind at 12 mph. The energy is a solid 774. It's a great setup for a good session.

The best of the long-range outlook, though, is shaping up for Friday, September 5th. The morning window is looking exceptional. We're expecting a solid 6 ft SW swell with a very long 18-second period, generating a powerful 1873 energy reading. The wind is forecast to be a clean offshore from the NW at 12 mph. This is a classic recipe for excellent, powerful waves at Anglesea, best suited for those with some experience. Remember, this is a long-range call, so it's promising but not locked in just yet.

Alright, get your gear ready for that Sunday session and keep an eye on the first week of September. The water temp is about what you'd expect for this time of year, so a decent wetsuit is the go.

Rusty, signing off.

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