Blacknose Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G'day, Rusty here.

Alright, let's have a look at what's on the cards for Blacknose Point. We've got a solid run of swell coming through, but it's a bit of a mixed bag with the wind. The water temp is about average for this time of year, nothing unusual there.

The action kicks off on Saturday the 18th. The morning is a bit messy with a cross-shore breeze, but the swell is already a solid 7ft from the SW with a 14-second period, giving us a heap of energy (1762). It's not the best. The real story is Saturday afternoon – the wind drops to glassy, and the swell is still a cracking 7ft from the SW. The energy is still strong (1499), and the conditions are absolutely perfect for experienced surfers. That's a standout window right there.

Sunday the 19th is a write-off with a strong cross-shore breeze and a smaller, weaker swell. Monday the 20th is similar in the morning, but the afternoon improves with a clean cross-off wind and a 6ft swell from the WSW. The energy is moderate (1162), so it's a decent option but not a standout.

Tuesday the 21st has a bigger 8ft SW swell in the morning, but it's chopped up by the wind. The afternoon is the better call – clean again with a 7ft swell from the WSW. Wednesday the 22nd is good in the afternoon – a 8ft SW swell with a solid offshore wind, making it clean and punchy. The energy is strong (1968). That's another good session.

Now, Thursday the 23rd is the first true standout. The swell jumps to 12ft from the SW, with a 14-second period, and the wind is a clean cross-off. The energy is massive (4904). This is big, powerful surf – expert territory. It's clean all day, both morning and afternoon. The crowds are often here, so expect company.

Friday the 24th is for the brave. We're looking at a 13ft SW swell with a 14-second period, and the energy is huge (12871 in the morning). The wind is clean, but this is a serious, powerful groundswell. At that size, it's only for experts. The 13ft mark is too big for most.

Saturday the 25th and Sunday the 26th are messy. The swell drops slightly but the wind is up, with Sunday getting completely blown out by a strong cross-shore.

Looking into the second week, Monday the 29th and Tuesday the 30th keep the energy high. Tuesday the 30th has a 13ft SW swell with a 15-second period, a very long period groundswell. The energy is still off the charts (7234). The wind is clean, but it's a beast. Thursday the 30th is another major standout – a 18ft SSW swell, but the wind is clean. The energy is massive (7371). The afternoon on the 30th is called exceptional for experts, with a 16ft SSW swell and gentle breeze. These are huge, powerful waves.

The run ends with some solid surf on Friday the 31st – a 15ft SW swell in the morning, and a 12ft SW swell in the afternoon with a light offshore wind. Both are clean with good energy.

From Saturday the 1st of August, the wind turns onshore and the quality drops. The swell is still there, but it's choppy and messy.

So, the best on offer? The glassy Saturday afternoon on the 18th is a perfect start. But the absolute standout is the big, clean swell on Thursday the 23rd and Thursday the 30th. For the experienced crew, those are the sessions. The late July period is where the magic is.

Rusty.

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