Big Bay Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, I’m Rusty. Let’s have a look at what’s coming up for Big Bay.

The next couple of days are a bit of a write-off, but once we get into Sunday morning (August 23), things start to get interesting. The water temperature is sitting at 55°F, which is a solid 5°F colder than usual for this time of year – that’s a notable chill, so a decent wetsuit is a must.

Sunday morning (August 23) is the first real standout. We’ve got a solid 8ft swell rolling in from the WSW, with a period of 13 seconds – that’s a proper groundswell with plenty of energy (combined energy of 1674). The wind is light and cross-off from the SSE, so the face will be clean and well-shaped. This is excellent surf for experienced surfers.

Monday morning (August 24) still offers a decent 6ft WSW swell with a 12-second period, but the wind picks up to a gentle breeze, still cross-off, so it’s clean but not as pristine. The energy drops a bit (980).

Tuesday (August 25) sees a jump in size – 7ft SW swell with a 14-second period, and the combined energy is strong (1868 and 2049). The wind is a moderate cross-off from the SSE, so it’s clean but with a bit of push. This is solid for those who know what they’re doing.

Wednesday (August 26) is a good call for the morning – 4ft WSW swell, 13-second period, light offshore from the ESE, and gentle conditions. It’s clean, with a combined energy of 918. A nice, mellow session.

Thursday (August 27) is a bit of a dud – small swell, cross-on wind, not much to get excited about. Friday (August 28) brings a sweet little window: 4ft WSW groundswell with a 14-second period, and light offshore wind from the ESE. The energy is 890, and the conditions are clean. A good one for a morning paddle.

Saturday (August 29) is blown out – moderate cross-on wind, choppy, and not worth the effort. Sunday (August 30) sees a massive 16ft swell from the WSW, but that’s way too big for this break – it’s really only for the experts, and even then, it’s pushing it.

Monday (August 31) returns to a more manageable 7ft WSW swell with a 11-second period, cross-off wind, and clean conditions. Tuesday (September 1) is a standout – 8ft SW swell, 13-second period, light offshore from the ESE, and a combined energy of 2376. Excellent conditions for experienced surfers.

The rest of the forecast is a mixed bag of big swells and strong winds, with a few promising windows. The September 5 afternoon has a 8ft SW swell with a massive 21-second period (combined energy of 9130), but that long period will make it break a bit straight at beach breaks – still, energy is huge. The September 6 is just too big for most.

Overall, the best on offer is Sunday morning (August 23) and Tuesday (September 1). Both offer solid, clean groundswell with favourable winds.

Rusty

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