Depressions Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here, taking a look at what’s on the menu for Depressions over the next couple of weeks.

Alright, I’m not gonna lie to you, the next sixteen days are a bit of a tough slog. There’s no real standout, no day you’d clear your calendar for. The first solid week is mostly a write-off with poor surf conditions and marginal forecasts. We’re looking at a long stretch of small, weak, and often messy surf. The water temperature though, is a real talking point – it’s sitting at 66°, which is a whopping 4° warmer than usual for this time of year. That’s unusual, and it’s gonna feel like a bath.

The first real pulse of energy we see arrives on the morning of July 25th (Saturday). The combined swell energy hits a strong 1295, with a 4ft swell from the south at a 14-second period. That's a decent groundswell, but it’s still a bit of a gamble. The wind is light and offshore from the WSW though, so it could be clean. It’s a beginner-friendly break, so that 4ft is about as good as it gets here, but remember, it’s a fairly consistent spot, not a guarantee. The crowds are a possibility, so you might have some company if the waves show up.

After that, things get a bit quieter again. The 26th and 27th of July still have some background energy from the SSW, with swell around 2ft to 3ft on the 27th, and combined energy readings in the 700s to 800s. The periods are long, around 18-19 seconds, which is a proper groundswell, but at that size, it’s going to be far from rippable. It’s marginal at best.

Honestly, if you’re desperate for a paddle, that July 25th morning is the best bet, but don’t expect any barrels. The rest of the window is a whole lot of nothing. The wind is mostly light and onshore, which is good for keeping it clean, but the swell is just too small and weak to do anything with. For a spot like this, a blank run like this isn't totally unusual, but it doesn't mean it won't change. Keep an eye on the charts.

- Rusty

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