Boneyards Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s break it down for those who think in feet and miles per hour.

We’ve got a bit of a quiet start, but things are going to build nicely, especially if you’re an experienced surfer. For the next week or so, it’s all about one spot: Boneyards.

Tuesday July 7th, we see the swell starting to push in from the SW with a solid 8 ft, a 13-second period, and very light WNW wind at 6 mph. That offshore wind is going to make for some clean, lined-up waves. The combined energy is high, in the four-digit range (2060), so there’s a lot of push behind it, but the forecast notes “marginal surf” and questionable tide conditions, so you’ll need to pick your window carefully. Wednesday July 8th morning looks even better if you can get out early: 8 ft, 13-second swell, 3 mph W wind—almost glassy. Light breeze, clean conditions, and massive energy (2751). This is the start of the good run.

Thursday July 9th gets bigger, but the wind swings SE and picks up to 22 mph. That’s a fresh cross-offshore breeze, keeping the face clean, but 10 ft SW swell with 14-second period is serious. For experienced surfers only. The energy is huge at 3355, and Boneyards is an exposed reef, so it’ll be handling all that power.

Now, here’s where it gets really interesting. There’s a standout on the horizon.

Saturday July 11th and Sunday July 12th: solid SSE swell (5 ft to 4 ft), but what makes these days special is the wind. Consistent offshore from the ESE and SE, 22 mph and 16 mph respectively. You get that “fresh offshore and clean” look, and with a period around 11 seconds, the waves will have some shape. Energy drops from 1273 to 541 across the weekend, so the best window is Saturday morning. Crowds are “sometimes” at Boneyards, so on a weekend with clean 7 ft surf, expect a few heads out, but it’s worth it.

The real standout, though, is Sunday July 19th. That morning, we’re looking at 10 ft SW swell with a 13-second period and only 6 mph ESE wind, glassy offshore. Energy is massive at 2710. The guidance calls it “excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers.” This is a proper, powerful groundswell—long period, long waits between sets, but the waves will be big, clean, and lined up beautifully on that reef. If you’re an expert, circle this date. It’s the best on offer.

For the second week, keep an eye on Wednesday July 22nd morning too: another 10 ft SSW swell, light E wind at 6 mph, and clean conditions. The energy is again high at 1986, so it’s another big swell day. Less certain this far out, but promising.

One thing to note: the water temperature is 60°F, which is about average for the time of year, so not a shock. Just suit up properly for the long, clean sessions on the 19th.

The rest of the period has some smaller, cleaner days—like the 18th with 4 ft SW and light breeze—but the real power days are the 19th and 22nd. Don’t waste them.

- Rusty

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