Big Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's get into it for Big Beach. The guidance tells us this spot is a consistent beginner-friendly zone that's fairly exposed with an optimum swell from the WSW, and it picks up a bit of the south pulse too. The water temp here is sitting at a balmy 81°F with a normal anomaly for this time of year.

We’ve got a bit of a wait on our hands. The first few days are a write-off. Thursday the 3rd is flat with a tiny 2ft south windswell (260 weak energy) under a fresh cross-offshore breeze – that’s just poor conditions and not worth paddling for.

Things start stirring on Friday the 4th as the swell builds to 5ft from the S with a solid 13-second period, but the forecast calls it marginal with a moderate cross-off breeze. The energy is moderate though (738). Saturday the 5th morning is where it starts to look interesting. You’ll get a clean 5ft from the SSW (12-second period) under a light cross-off breeze from the east. The combined energy is sitting at 691 – moderate – and the forecast says expect very good surf conditions. The light breeze will keep it tidy for the beginners and longboarders this spot is known for. That’s your first real window.

Sunday morning the 6th keeps the run going with a similar 6ft SSW swell (833 energy) and a light cross-off breeze again. Clean waves. But by Sunday afternoon, we’ve got a risk of thunderstorms and the wind picks up.

Now, pay attention. Monday the 7th is the standout. We’re looking at a proper pulse. Monday morning brings 8ft from the SW with a long 15-second period and a gentle cross-off breeze – energy is a whopping 3296 (strong). That’s a serious groundswell. Monday afternoon jumps to 12ft from the SW (14 seconds, energy 4952 – very strong). However, the wind swings to a gentle cross-shore from the SE, so there will be a touch of cross-chop. At 8ft to 12ft, this is for experienced surfers only. It’s going to be big, and with that long period (15 seconds Monday morning) it might be a bit too straight for the beach break, but the raw power will be there. If you’re an expert, that Monday morning window is your best bet.

After that, Tuesday the 8th sees the swell drop fast to 3ft SSW (15-second period) but the wind turns onshore/cross-onshore, making it choppy. Not great. The rest of the first week and into the second week fades away. From Wednesday the 9th, we're looking at small, weak surf (mostly 2ft to 3ft, energy dropping into the 100s) with cross-offshore winds, but the size just isn't there for a decent session.

There’s a slight flare-up Monday the 14th afternoon with a 2ft SW swell but with a very long 23-second period – that’s a tiny groundswell from a long way off, energy is 338. Offshore winds from the ENE will make it glassy, but it’s ankle-to-knee high.

So, bottom line: the only window with real punch is the first weekend and Monday the 7th. Saturday the 5th and Sunday the 6th morning give you clean, rideable waves for the average surfer. Monday the 7th morning is the big dog day for experts, but be ready for a heavy lineup due to the size. For the rest of the 16 days, it’s flat or too small to get excited about. This spot can be a bit fickle when the swell direction isn’t perfect, and right now it’s mostly a waiting game after that early pop.

Stay stoked,
Rusty

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