Coronation Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, Rusty here, lookin’ at the next couple of weeks for the coast. We’ve got a slow start, but once it kicks in, there’s some real solid groundswell on the way. The water’s sitting at 67°, which is a bit colder than normal for this time of year – you’ll want a decent springy if you’re out early.

The first real surf window opens up Friday, July 31. Coronation Beach (beach and reef) is your go-to. It’s a consistent little wedge that likes a SW swell, and that’s exactly what we’ve got. Friday morning, we’re looking at a 6 ft SW groundswell with a solid 17-second period – that’s proper long-period energy. The wind’s a light cross-shore from the NNW at 12 mph, keeping things reasonably clean. The combined energy is pushing nearly 1860 (moderate) so there’s some punch. It’s not a huge day, but for a beginner-plus spot, it’s a fun size. Expect a few others in the water as it can get busy sometimes.

Then things start to build. Saturday, August 1, the swell pushes up to 7 ft from the SW, period still a very sweet 15 seconds. The morning sees a clean cross-off breeze from the SE at 9 mph – that’ll tidy it right up. Combined energy sits around 1832, so still moderate but working nicely. This is the best of the first run – punchy, clean, and consistent. Later in the day, the wind picks up to 16 mph, so get out early.

Sunday, August 2 holds similar size at 7 ft, again SW, clean cross-off winds from the NE in the morning. The combined energy jumps to nearly 1960. Another solid morning session.

Now, the real gem in the outlook lands on Tuesday, August 4. You’re looking at a 8 ft SW groundswell with a very long 19-second period in the morning, and by the afternoon it’s 8 ft with an 18-second period. Combined energy shoots up to 4384 – that’s strong, powerful water moving through. The afternoon brings clean cross-off winds from the SSE at 12 mph. This is proper groundswell with serious push. It’s been a while since we’ve had a swell this consistent.

Wednesday, August 5 hangs in there with 8–8 ft, SW, and combined energy around 2770 to 3000. Still very, very solid. Morning winds are clean cross-off from the SE, but the afternoon gets a bit lumpy with cross-shore winds.

Further out, Friday, August 7 gets messy with onshore winds and a 10 ft swell – not the best. But then Saturday, August 8 cleans right up. Morning sees an 12 ft SW swell – that’s expert territory, too big for beginners. The combined energy is a massive 5658 (strong). Winds from the SE at 12 mph keep it clean. This is a big, powerful day for the experienced crew only.

Sunday, August 9 morning drops back to 7 ft, but here’s the kicker – glassy offshore winds from the ENE at just 3 mph. That’s pristine conditions. The energy is still moderate at 1705, but the quality will be sky high. This is a standout morning for anyone who can handle a clean, long-period SW line.

Monday, August 10 morning offers another gem: 8 ft SW groundswell with an 18-second period, and gentle offshore winds from the ENE at 9 mph. Combined energy is 3939 – strong, clean, and lined up. This is as good as it gets on paper.

A couple of other mornings to note: Friday, August 14 morning brings a 8 ft SW swell with an 18-second period and light offshore winds from the ESE. Combined energy 4137. Another powerful, clean session for those who can paddle.

So, overall, the standout is Tuesday, August 4 afternoon with the 8 ft, 18-second groundswell and clean winds, and Monday, August 10 morning for the offshore-glass perfection. Both are for experienced surfers at this size. If you’re a beginner, stick to the mornings of Friday, July 31 or Saturday, August 1 when it’s around 6–7 ft and clean.

Cheers, Rusty.

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