Desert Point (Bangko-Bangko) Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, I’m Rusty. Let’s talk about what’s coming up for the next couple of weeks.

We’re looking at Desert Point (Bangko-Bangko). This is a long, shallow reef that only works for advanced surfers, and it loves a solid SW groundswell. The water temp is sitting at 27°, which is about average for the time of year, so nothing crazy.

The first few days are a bit of a struggle. Monday the 27th and Tuesday the 28th have some height, but the wind is ripping out of the SE at 22 mph, and while it’s cross-offshore, the conditions are marginal. The wave energy is moderate (around 578-649), but the swell is short period at 8 seconds—just not what this wave needs. Wednesday the 29th is similar, with a bit more energy (837) but still messy.

Thursday the 30th and Friday the 31st see the energy start to build into the strong range (1256-1607), with a longer period of 15-17 seconds, which is a proper groundswell. The wind is still moderate, but the surf is still being marked as marginal. It’s close, but not quite firing.

Now, pay attention. Sunday the 2nd of August is the one. The morning is clear, with zero wind—glass. The swell is a solid 7ft from the SSW with a long 16-second period, and the energy is strong (2461). That’s a very long period groundswell for a reef, so the sets will be fat and powerful, but the paddle out will be easy between sets. This is for experienced surfers only—it’s too big for beginners. The wind is glassy, so it’s going to be clean as a whistle. The crowds are often around here, so expect company.

Monday the 3rd of August is another cracker. The morning is glassy again with a 6ft SSW swell at 15 seconds, and the energy is still strong (1632). This is a top-shelf session. Tuesday the 4th is also a gem—morning glass, 6ft SSW, 14-second period, and clean surf. All three of these mornings are the best on offer, but Sunday morning is the real standout.

After that, the wind picks up again through the second week. The swell stays solid, often over 7ft, with strong energy (2000-3000), but the cross-offshore winds are moderate to fresh, keeping the surface clean but not as perfect as those glassy days. The period drops back to 14-16 seconds, which is still solid groundswell. The 10th of August has a morning with a 6ft SSW swell and 14-second period, worth a look if the wind holds.

Overall, the first week is a slow start, but that Sunday-to-Tuesday window in early August is something really special. It’s a bit of a wait, but it’s going to be worth it.

Stay safe out there.
Rusty.

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