Delray Public Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s be straight with you: the next 16 days are looking pretty flat for the Delray Public Beach area. There’s a long stretch—from the start of the period all the way through to around the 11th of August—where there’s just nothing worth paddling out for. We’re talking tiny, weak swells and poor surf conditions across the board. But don’t lose hope, because the tail end of the forecast shows a small bump in energy that might just be worth a look.

Right now, we’re looking at a real flat spell. From Tuesday the 28th of July right through to Monday the 10th of August, the swell heights are barely a ripple, mostly between 0.3 ft and 3 ft. The energy is incredibly weak, with combined swell energy readings often in the single digits or low teens (like 13, 15, or 11). The swell direction is all over the place—ENE, E, NE—but it doesn’t matter because there’s no power behind it. The period is short, mostly 4 to 10 seconds, so these are just wind slop, not real groundswell. Winds are mostly cross-off or cross-on, but with such small waves, it’s just not surfable. Even the cleanest morning windows are a no-go.

Now, let’s talk about the water temperature. It’s about average for this time of year, nothing unusual. So if you’re just looking for a swim, it’s fine, but for surfing? Forget it.

The first real glimmer of hope comes on Tuesday the 11th of August. The morning shows a 1 ft swell from the NE with a period of 9 seconds, and the combined energy jumps to 42 (moderate). The wind is light from the SE, so it’s a light cross-onshore with small wind ripples. It’s still not exciting, but it’s the best we’ve seen in two weeks. The afternoon holds similar energy at 40, with a bit more onshore wind. This is a true stand-out only because everything else is so poor—don’t expect anything epic. It’s a beginner-friendly wave, so if you’re just keen to get wet on a tiny board, you might get a few knee-high runners.

Then on Wednesday the 12th of August, there’s another small bump. The morning shows a 1 ft NE swell, 9-second period, and the combined energy hits 51 (still moderate). The wind is light from the ESE and onshore, but the energy is a bit more consistent. Again, this is not a classic day, but it’s the best of a very poor run.

Overall, expect a solid 14-day stretch of nothing before these tiny pulses on the 11th and 12th. If you’re a beginner, the 11th morning might be okay for a mess-around. For everyone else, leave the board at home. The setup is so weak that it’s more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing if the wind picks up.

Rusty.

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