Batts Rock Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s take a long, hard look at the surf situation on the cards for Batts Rock.

Honestly, I’ve got to be straight with you—this is a tough one. The outlook across the entire 16-day window is bleak. There’s no real swell on the menu, and while we’ve got consistent offshore winds locked in, there’s simply nothing to push into the beach. The combined swell energy sits at almost nothing – a measly 0 to 4 (zero energy) for most of the period, and at best we see a tiny 2 or 3 (very weak energy) on a few days. The water temperature is sitting at 84°F, which is about average for this time of year, so at least a dip won’t be a shock to the system.

The first real hint of any wave action doesn’t show up until Monday afternoon, 3rd August. Even then, we’re looking at a tiny 0.3ft of north swell with a period of 11 seconds. That’s a long-period groundswell, but it’s barely a ripple. The wind stays fresh offshore from the east (19 mph), keeping the surface clean, but there’s just no power. The break is inconsistent at the best of times, and this swell won't do much to change that.

We drift through the first week of August with the same story: a few tiny pulses of north swell on the 4th, 5th, and 10th, all around 0.3ft with periods ranging from 9 to 13 seconds. The combined energy never breaks past 3 (weak energy). It’s clean, it’s glassy-looking under the offshore breeze, but you’d be hard-pressed to catch anything rideable. This isn’t the kind of setup that’s going to get anyone out of bed.

The only real ‘standout’, if you can call it that, is a fleeting moment on the morning of 14th August. We get that same 0.3ft north swell, but the wind picks up to a strong 25 mph from the east. The report mentions it’s “strong offshore and clean but hard to paddle into.” That sums it up. For a spot like Batts Rock, which is a point break that likes a north swell, this is a tease. It’s clean, but it’s so small and the wind is so strong that it’s more of a kite-surfing day than a paddle-surfing day. Not recommended for beginners, but honestly, not recommended for anyone looking for a proper wave.

Beyond that, the rest of the second week (through to 14th August) is a total blank. More strong offshore winds, more clear skies, and zero surf. The forecast is consistent, but unfortunately, it’s consistently flat.

So, there you have it. The best I can say is keep your board waxed for a possible tiny, clean session on the 14th if you’re desperate for a paddle, but manage your expectations. It’s a long, dry spell. Forecasts can change, but right now, it’s a waiting game.

Rusty.

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