Curl Curl Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, Rusty here, and I’ve got the outlook for your local stretch. It’s a bit of a wild start, but there’s some light on the horizon.

Right now, it’s all about Curly. We’ve got a massive pulse of south swell rolling in, but it’s not for the faint-hearted – or anyone, really. Sunday morning, 5 July, the swell is a thumping 12ft from the south with a period of 11 seconds, pushing the combined wave energy up to 2762 (moderate to strong). Problem is, it’s way too big for this break, and with a stiff 30 km/h cross-shore wind, it’s gonna be a messy, blown-out mess. That southerly wind stays on the gas all day, so Sunday’s a total write-off.

Monday, 6 July, the swell drops a touch to 10ft from the SSE, but the wind is still a cross-on 25 km/h with rain. The energy is still high (1681 in the morning), but it’s all chop, no hope. Tuesday, 7 July, the swell hangs around 10ft from the SSE/SE, and while the wind eases to a cross-shore 25 km/h, it’s still too big for the setup. The wave energy is still pumping (1978 to 2373), but it’s a no-go for a paddle.

Wednesday, 8 July, we drop to 8ft from the SE – still hefty for a beginner spot. The wind is cross-shore and the forecast is marginal, so it’s a day for the land lubbers.

But then, Thursday morning, 9 July – this is your window. The swell settles to a more manageable 7ft from the SE, and the wind swings to a light 15 km/h cross-offshore. The energy drops to 851, which is moderate, and the waves are clean. It’s not huge, but it’s the first time this week we’ve got decent conditions. The water temp is about average for this time of year, nothing wild.

Friday, 10 July, the swell drops further to 5-6ft from the SE, with a gentle cross-offshore breeze in the morning. It’s clean and small – fine for a cruise, but nothing to write home about.

Saturday, 11 July is a gem. The swell holds around 4ft from the SE, but here’s the kicker: a NW 15 km/h offshore wind. The wave energy is low (234), but it’ll be glassy and clean. This is a standout for the lighter crew – short period swell at 9 seconds, so it’ll be peaky and fun. Crowds are often here, so expect company.

Sunday, 12 July, the swell tanks to 2ft and then 2ft – barely a ripple. The wind is cross-off and clean, but there’s no energy to work with (78-145 energy). The next few days stay tiny until Tuesday, 14 July, when a 3ft swell from the south returns with some energy (243) and light wind.

Now, for the real standout: Friday, 17 July. This is the one to circle on the calendar. We get a solid 6ft swell from the south, with a long 12-13 second period. The wave energy is strong at 1210 in the morning, and the winds are light offshore or glassy – that’s a clean, powerful setup. It’s rated for experienced surfers because of the size and the long period, which will make the waves hollow and walling up. But with glassy conditions in the afternoon, it’ll be a session to remember. Crowds are likely, but for this kind of quality, it’s worth it.

Saturday, 18 July, stays fun with 5ft from the south and offshore winds, energy at 534. Then we drop again, but Monday, 20 July brings another 6ft southerly swell with a 15 km/h offshore breeze and excellent energy (819). That’s a solid end to the forecast run.

So, overall, the first week is a dud thanks to oversized swell and wind, but from 9 July on, we get some windows. The hands-down best bet is Friday, 17 July for the biggest, cleanest, and most powerful surf of the period. Get keen.

Rusty.

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