Domes (Rincon) Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, surfers, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s cookin' for the next couple of weeks.

Honestly, this is a tough one to write. The swell window is just not cooperating. For the most part, we’re lookin' at a whole lot of tiny, weak, and near-flat conditions. The combined swell energy never gets beyond a whisper, with values mostly in the double digits, barely scratching triple digits on one afternoon. It’s gonna be a lean stretch, so don’t be surprised if you have to stare at a lot of flat water. There’s a big gap of pretty much nothing to get excited about, with days of poor surf and zero recommendations.

The first real flicker of something halfway decent shows up on Thursday morning, July 29th, at Domes (Rincon). We’ve got a 3 ft NE swell, but with a short period of only 6 seconds, it's not gonna have much punch. The wind is offshore from the SSE, which is clean, and the combined energy is a still-modest 67. It’s a surfable wave, but it's very ordinary. For a spot that’s consistent and exposed, the lack of size is a real bummer. The water temp is about where you’d expect for this time of year.

The only other moment that raises an eyebrow is the early morning of Saturday, July 25th. The wind is dead calm, glassy off the NE, with a tiny 3 ft wave from the same direction. The period is just 8 seconds. The energy reading is 73 – still weak. It’s surfable, but you’ll be fighting for scraps on a longboard. It’s clean, but it’s not exactly a standout. The crowds at Domes can be a problem, so if you’re desperate for a paddle, get out there early for that glassy window.

After that, it’s back to the doldrums. The forecast is full of “poor surf conditions” with tiny waves and rippled-out afternoons. There’s a long stretch of nothing until the very end of the forecast. The morning of August 6th shows a glimmer of hope with a 1 ft NE swell and glassy conditions, but it’s just too small to get excited about.

So, there you have it. The best on offer is a couple of clean, tiny, weak days. If you’re a beginner, this is actually your window, because the waves are small and safe. For anyone else, it’s a waiting game. The forecasts can change, and it doesn’t tend to stay this flat forever, but for now, don’t hold your breath.

Rusty.

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