Canggu Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s look at what’s happening for the Canggu zone over the next couple of weeks.

It’s a slow start, I’ll be honest. The first few days are messy with rain and a stiff cross-shore wind, so the waves are a bit lumpy. The real quality is tucked away in the second week. The water is a warm 81°, which is normal for the season, so you’ll be fine in boardies or a spring suit.

Canggu (reef) – This is the only break we’re looking at. The first decent chance comes on the morning of July 25th. The wind turns cross-offshore from the ESE, cleaning the surface right up. We’ve got a 4ft swell from the SSW with a 15-second period, which is proper groundswell with good shape. The energy reading is strong (1040), so there’s some punch. It’s consistent here, so you’ll get plenty of waves, but it’s a beginner-friendly reef, so that size is a lot of fun for everyone. The crowds are a regular thing, so don’t expect to be alone.

The absolute standout, the one you want to make a plan for, is the afternoon of July 30th. The wind drops to a gentle cross-off breeze, making the ocean glassy and clean. The swell is a solid 5ft from the SSW, with a 15-second period, and the energy is strong (1667). This is the best-looking surf of the whole forecast – clean, powerful, and with proper lines. It’s still a good size for a capable surfer, not just for the experts.

Through the end of July and into early August, the swell keeps coming, but the wind gets more cross-shore, so the quality drops. The 1st of August still has a decent 6ft SW swell with cross-off wind, but again, expect company out there.

The Verdict: The best days are a bit of a wait. Circle the 30th of July afternoon and the 1st of August for the cleanest, most powerful waves. The rest of the time is rideable, but you’ll be working with a bit of chop and a crowd.

Rusty, signing off.

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