Apollo Bay Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. We’ve got a cracking 16-day window on the cards for Apollo Bay, so let’s get into it.

The first proper surfable swell hits us on Wednesday the 22nd of July. It’s not a world-beater to start with – a modest 3ft SW groundswell with a 12-second period, but the wind is a cross-off from the WNW. The water temp is about average for the time of year, so no nasty surprises. It’s a clean, honest start.

Things go ballistic on Thursday the 23rd. That SW groundswell jacks up to 15ft in the morning, with a 14-second period, and the offshore wind is howling. By the afternoon, we’re looking at 16ft SW swell and a combined wave energy reading of 12,951. This is big, powerful, and for experts only. It’s too big for beginners. The offshore wind keeps it clean, but this is a serious session.

Friday the 24th is the absolute standout. The swell holds at a solid 16ft from the SW, with a very long 15-second period. The wave energy is a massive 15,507. The offshore wind is fresh from the WNW, but it’s strong. This is a proper groundswell event. That long period means it’ll be a bit wonky on the beach, but on the point at Apollo Bay, it’s going to be a dream. Clean, powerful, and a true test of skill. The crowds are likely to be there for this one, but for good reason.

Saturday the 25th is still pumping, with 13ft and 12ft SW swell, but the wind is a bit more aggressive. The energy is still massive, but it’s a step down in quality from Friday.

The surf drops off through Sunday and Monday, getting smaller and more relaxed. A nice, clean 3ft to 5ft SW swell with gentle winds. Perfect for the beginner-plus crowd.

Then, on Tuesday the 28th, we get a gift. The swell is back up to 12ft from the SW with a 12-second period, but the wind is completely glassy in the morning. The combined energy is 7,011. It’s an exceptional session for those who know what they’re doing, but the wind shifts onshore in the afternoon, so make the most of the morning.

After that, we get a long run of small, onshore, and messy conditions. The swell is there, but the wind is all wrong. It’s a bit of a downer for about a week, with only tiny, weak swells and poor quality.

The very end of the window, on Saturday the 1st of August, offers a blink of hope. Another glassy morning with 4ft of clean SW groundswell. It’s small, but it’s beautiful. The pattern then turns to cross-shore winds and small, weak swell, so don’t get your hopes up for the tail end.

Overall, the big winner is Friday the 24th of July. That 16ft, 15-second groundswell with offshore wind is as good as it gets. Tuesday the 28th is a close second for that glassy morning session. Everything else is a supporting act.

Rusty

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