Apollo Bay Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G'day, I'm Rusty. Let's have a look at what's cookin' at Apollo Bay over the next couple of weeks.

Right off the bat, we've got a proper pulse of energy hitting the coast. The first wave of the run is a solid 13ft SW groundswell rolling in Wednesday afternoon, carrying a massive 11045 units of energy. That's a lot of grunt, but it's coming in with a stiff 16 mph cross-offshore wind from the SW. It's a bit junky, and the report says it's marginal, so it's more for the experienced crew. Water temp is sitting at 58°F, which is pretty normal for this time of year.

Thursday morning eases back a bit to 3ft from the SW, but the wind switches to a clean offshore 9 mph from the WSW. That's a proper setup for Apollo Bay – clean faces and that 14-second period will give you some nice lines. The energy drops to 964, but it's all about quality over quantity. Thursday afternoon stays similar with 4ft and solid offshore wind.

Friday morning is the standout for the first week. Clean 4ft SSW swell, 12-second period, and a light 6 mph offshore breeze from the West. The ocean will be glassy, the waves will have shape, and the energy is a manageable 541. This is your best bet for a long, fun session. Friday afternoon gets a bit cross-off, but still clean.

Saturday afternoon sees a jump in size to 6ft, with a long 17-second period from the SW and a nice cross-off breeze. The energy rockets up to 1904, and the report calls it excellent for experienced surfers. That's a solid option for the crew who want a bit more power.

The first half of the second week brings more of the same quality. Monday afternoon on the 3rd of August pumps up to 7ft SW with a clean 16 mph offshore wind – that's a lot of wind, but it's offshore, so it'll hold the face open. The energy is 2803, so it's got some serious push. Tuesday the 4th offers a more manageable 5ft with light offshore winds, making for clean, user-friendly waves.

Wednesday the 5th of August is the real hidden gem. The afternoon shows a 4ft SW groundswell with a 19-second period – that's a very long period swell. The energy is 1694, and the wind is a gentle 9 mph offshore. These long-period swells can be a bit tricky at beach breaks, but Apollo Bay is a point and beach setup, so it should handle it well. This is a top pick for a clean, powerful session. Thursday the 6th of August afternoon is glassy with 3 mph winds and 4ft swell – dead flat water, perfect for the longboard.

Now, look, from the 7th of August onwards, things get a bit messy with cross-shore winds and choppy conditions. The swell sticks around, but it's not as clean.

Then the big one shows up. On the 11th of August, the ocean turns on. The morning brings a massive 13ft SW groundswell, but the wind is a light cross-onshore, so it's a bit lumpy. The energy is a staggering 12049. The afternoon gets even bigger – 15ft at 16 seconds with 15575 units of energy. This is a serious swell event, but it's for experts only. The cross-onshore wind will keep it from being perfect, but the power is undeniable. After that, the swell slowly drops through the rest of the week, but it stays big and bumpy.

So, my pick for the best surf on offer is Friday morning, the 31st of July, for the clean, user-friendly waves. For the more experienced crew looking for power, the afternoon of Wednesday the 5th of August is a beauty. Keep an eye on that big swell on the 11th if you're a charger, but don't expect perfection.

Rusty.

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