Damneck Naval Base Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s get the bad news out of the way first. The next week and a half is looking pretty grim. We’ve got a long stretch of barely-rideable dribble, so don’t be rushing to grab your board.

Overview

The only consistent spot on the cards is Damneck Naval Base, so that’s where we’re stuck. The swell is tiny and weak, wind is mostly off or cross-off, but the wave heights are just too small to get excited about. Over the first week, we’re looking at nothing but knee-high slop or flat spells. The wave energy is laughable, with most readings hanging around the 20 to 50 mark (weak). There’s a little window of cleaner swell from Wednesday the 22nd, but it’s only 4ft on the morning with a weak 138 energy reading, and it drops off fast. Water temp is about average for this time of year, no big anomaly to report.

Wednesday 22nd July is the best of a bad bunch, but that’s not saying much. Morning sees a 4ft swell from the SSE with an 8-second period, straight in from the right direction for this spot (ESE optimum). Wind is offshore from the WSW at 15 mph, so it’ll be clean. But it’s a small, weak swell, and it’s a beach break, so the long period isn’t making it stand out – it’s just ordinary. Afternoon drops to 3ft. Honestly, this is more of a knee-high novelty than a proper session.

Thursday 30th July morning could be a surprise if you’re desperate – 3ft from the SSE, clean, light offshore wind from the WSW at 6 mph, energy at 100 (moderate). That’s about as good as it’s going to get, but it’s still only a beginner-friendly 3ft.

Saturday 1st August morning – bit of glassy surf with 3ft SE swell, but only 68 energy, so weak. Wind is glassy from the south, so it’ll be clean, but it’s tiny. This is a beginner-only window.

The long gap – From the 23rd to the 29th, outside of those two small windows, it’s mostly poor or flat. Don’t bother.

The standout – If I had to pick one, it’s the Wednesday 22nd July morning session. The offshore wind and the 4ft SSE swell from the right direction makes it the only real chance for a couple of small, clean waves. But don’t expect much. Crowds are possible at Damneck, especially on a day like that.

Bottom line: This is a tough stretch for the area. The surf is small, inconsistent, and weak. If you’re a beginner, the 22nd or 30th morning might be worth a paddle, but experienced surfers can leave the boards at home. The forecasts can change, but right now, it’s a lay day.

Rusty.

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