Anzacs Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s talk about what’s on offer at Anzacs over the next couple of weeks. This spot is a very consistent, exposed SW-facing beach that picks up a ton of energy. The water temp feels pretty much average for this time of year, so don't expect anything weird.

Right now, we’re in a bit of a rough patch. The first few days are a write-off. Wednesday and Thursday the onshore wind is howling and the swell is huge and messy – definitely one to sit out. The energy levels are massive but it's just ugly out there.

Then we get to Friday the 11th, and things start to turn. Friday morning is your first real standout. The wind goes glassy, the swell drops to a clean 5ft from the southwest, and with a long 15-second period, it’s got real groundswell grunt. This is a top session for experienced surfers – the size and consistency will be fun, but the long period means it might wall up a bit on the beach, so pick your peaks. Crowds are likely here, so get in early.

Saturday the 12th keeps the quality up. Similar size (6ft) and same long-period SW swell, with a light cross-offshore breeze in the morning. You’ll be looking at clean, well-shaped waves again.

After that, there’s a bit of a lull. Sunday and Monday the swell backs right off, dropping to 4ft and then 3ft with the wind picking up again. Not worth the effort for a while.

We get another pulse around Tuesday the 15th, but it’s cross-on and choppy – grumpy.

Now, looking ahead, there’s a couple of interesting days. Thursday the 17th afternoon looks magic: glassy conditions again, with a clean 6ft SW swell. That’s a proper window for a good, clean session.

Then, hold onto your board. Saturday the 19th morning is massive – a 12ft swell, but the forecast says it’s predicted to be too big for this break. That’s big-wave territory only if you’re an absolute gun, but honestly, for most of us, it’s a day to watch from the cliff. Kite surfers might have a field day if the wind plays ball, but for paddle surfing, it’s a pass.

The following Monday the 21st has another solid 8ft SSW swell with a very long 18-second period and cross-offshore wind. That’s a powerful, clean groundswell, but again, for experienced crew only.

All in all, the best bets in this 16-day run are Friday the 11th morning and Thursday the 17th afternoon – both with glassy wind and clean, head-high swell. The middle of the first week and the second half of the second week have some big, ugly swells and strong winds, so pick your moments.

Be patient and don’t get caught out by the size.

Rusty.

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