Carbis Bay Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Right then, let’s have a look at what’s on offer for Carbis Bay over the next couple of weeks.

To be straight with you, it’s a grim start. We’re looking at a stretch of days right through until the end of the month where there’s just nothing worth paddling out for. Tiny little waves, mostly onshore or cross-shore winds, and not enough energy to push a sea gull along, let alone a surfboard. There’s a long gap here with no recommendations at all.

The first real glimmer of hope doesn’t show up until Friday, 31st July, in the afternoon. Finally, we get a proper offshore breeze from the WSW at 16 mph and the swell starts to kick in from the west at about 3 ft. The period is a short 8 seconds, so it’s not gonna have much punch, but the combined energy reading of 362 (moderate) and that clean offshore wind means the waves should have some shape. It’s still a small day, but for a break that’s meant for beginners and is usually inconsistent, this is the best we’ve seen in a long time. Don’t expect much, but you might snag a few clean little peelers.

Then, Saturday, 1st August, looks like the standout of the whole outlook. The morning is a bit iffy with some onshore wind, but the afternoon cleans right up. We’re looking at a 5 ft west swell with a period of 10 seconds (moderate period groundswell) and a gentle cross-offshore breeze from the WNW. The combined energy is a solid 417 (moderate). This is proper surfable size for Carbis Bay, and with the wind direction matching the optimum WNW swell direction, the bank should start working. It’s not too big for the average surfer, and the clean conditions make it a genuine goer.

Sunday, 2nd August, brings a bit more size, hitting 7 ft on the morning, but the period drops to 7 seconds (short period, messy) and it’s from the WSW. The energy is high at 521 (strong), but with a short period, the waves will be lumpy and lack drive. It’s a bit of a messy one. Monday, 3rd August, looks better again with a solid WSW swell, but it’s more of the same: okay waves but not as clean as Saturday afternoon. The water temperature is about 64°, which is a touch warmer than average for the time of year, so it’s not too bad once you’re in.

For a spot that’s as inconsistent as Carbis Bay, the Saturday afternoon session on 1st August is your best bet. It’s clean, it’s got some push, and for a beginner-friendly spot, that’s a rare treat. Keep an eye on it, but don't hold your breath for the days before that.

Rusty.

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