City Beach groyne Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here, giving you the straight talk on what’s happening at City Beach groyne over the next couple of weeks.

The water is running cold, about 3°F colder than average for this time of year, so you’ll feel that bite.

The first chance to paddle out is Sunday afternoon, July 26th, but forget it. We’ve got a 8ft swell from the WSW, but the wind is cross-on and it’s a total mess. The wave energy is through the roof (2120), but it’s not worth it.

Monday morning, July 27th, is where it turns on. The swell drops to 7ft from the WSW, the wind goes cross-off, and the period is a solid 13 seconds. The energy is still strong (1606), and it’s clean. This is excellent surf, but it’s big enough for experienced surfers only. The afternoon gets cross-chop, so hit it early.

Tuesday morning, July 28th, is a top pick. The swell is a more friendly 5ft from the WSW, with a pure offshore wind from the east and a 14-second period. The energy is moderate (985), and it’s glassy clean. This is a very good session. The afternoon holds with a 5ft swell and the same light offshore breeze – another winner.

Wednesday morning, July 29th, stays clean with a 4ft swell, but the wind picks up a little. The afternoon gets tiny at 3ft, but with a super long 17-second period. That long period might make it a little straight at the groyne, but it’ll be clean and fun for a log.

We hit a rough patch from Thursday, July 30th, through to Friday, July 31st. The wind is all over the place, and the surf is mostly poor. Friday afternoon has a 6ft onshore slop. Stay home.

Saturday, August 1st, brings a big swell. The morning is 8ft, the afternoon hits 10ft, both from the WSW. The wind is cross, and the energy is very strong (over 3400). It’s marginal at best and way too big for this spot. This is expert-only, and it’s still a battle.

Sunday morning, August 2nd, is the real standout of the second week. The swell is a solid 7ft from the WSW, but the wind goes pure offshore from the east. The period is 14 seconds, and the energy is strong (1797). It’s clean and excellent for experienced surfers. The afternoon holds with a 6ft swell and the same offshore breeze – another top-tier window.

Monday, August 3rd, is clean and dropping, with a 5ft swell in the morning and 4ft in the afternoon. Both have offshore winds. Good, consistent fun.

Tuesday morning, August 4th, is a beauty. The wind is glassy – dead calm – and the swell is 5ft from the WSW with a 16-second period. The energy is moderate (945). That’s the cleanest it will be all forecast.

From Wednesday, August 5th, the wind turns onshore and the swell jumps. By Thursday, August 6th, we’ve got a thunderstorm and 45 km/h onshore winds. That’s kite-surfing weather, not for paddling.

The last week is for the big dogs. Friday, August 7th, the swell is 12ft from the WSW with a 17-second period, but the wind is okay. The problem is the size – it’s too big for this break. The energy is a massive 6043. Saturday, August 8th (15ft to 18ft), and Sunday, August 9th (23ft to 20ft), are just enormous. These are massive, powerful swells. Only the heaviest chargers on the biggest guns should even think about it.

So, to wrap it up: Monday morning, July 27th, is the first call for the experienced crew. Tuesday morning, July 28th, is the best all-rounder. And Sunday morning, August 2nd, is the top pick of the second week. Go get some.

Rusty.

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