Bonza Bay Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s break down what’s on offer for the next couple of weeks. We’re keeping it real, just the way it is.

The forecast kicks off with a bit of a mixed bag, but there’s a genuine standout hiding in there if you’re patient. The first week has some bumpy moments, but we’ve got a couple of mornings that are going to be worth setting the alarm for. The second week looks a lot quieter, so don’t sleep on the best days.

Monday morning the 20th sees a solid 7ft SW swell (1903 combined energy), but it’s coming in with a cross-off wind. There’s potential, but it’s a bit raw and the tides might mess with it. The afternoon drops off fast. Not the one.

Tuesday morning the 21st is where it starts to get interesting. We’ve got 4ft of SE swell with an 11-second period, and the wind is glassy. That’s a huge plus – you’ll be looking at clean, lined-up waves. Energy is moderate (696). This is a solid shout for a session.

Wednesday the 22nd is a bit of a letdown. The swell is there, but it’s mixed up and the wind is side-shore. The waves will be small and messy. Not worth rushing for.

Thursday the 23rd is a write-off. Strong onshore winds and a short, choppy 6ft to 6ft swell. The sort of day you check the forecast and decide to do something else. The combined energy is moderate (558-581), but the quality is poor.

Now, here’s the big one. Friday morning the 24th is the standout. We’re looking at a 6ft S swell rolling in with an 11-second period, and the wind is glassy. That’s a clean, powerful combination. The combined energy is strong (1204). This is a session for surfers who can handle a bit of size and power. It’s excellent for experienced surfers. The offshore wind is a proper gift.

Saturday morning the 25th is another good one. Smaller at 4ft, but the wind is calm and glassy. The swell is from the SSW with a nice long 14-second period (805 energy). This is a clean, fun morning for a wider range of abilities. The crowds might show up, but it’s worth it.

Sunday the 26th onward, things get rough. The wind comes up, the swell drops, and the quality tanks. The 27th sees strong cross-shore winds and a messy sea. The 28th has a 7ft SSW swell, but it’s onshore and short-period. Not good.

The 29th, 30th, and 31st are all poor to marginal. The wind is consistently strong and cross-shore, making for lumpy, choppy conditions. The swell is there but it’s ugly. The combined energy varies from moderate to strong (812-1207), but the wind ruins it.

The first week of August is a real snoozer. The swell drops to under 3ft, and the energy is weak (62-169). The wind is mostly cross-off, but there’s just no power in the water. It’s the kind of dead period we get sometimes.

So, to sum it up: your best bet is Friday morning the 24th for the biggest, cleanest, most powerful swell. A close second is Saturday morning the 25th for a cleaner, slightly smaller session. The rest of the window is either bumpy, messy, or flat. Get out there on those two mornings and you’ll be happy.

Rusty, out.

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