Doura Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Righto, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the cards for this stretch.

We've got a bit of a slow start, but don't write it off just yet. The first few days are looking pretty ordinary, with small, weak swell and cross-off winds mushing things up. The real action starts to build from the end of the first week and into the second, where we see a proper pulse of energy.

The standout window is the morning of Tuesday, the 4th of August. That's the one to circle. The swell at Doura is a solid 5 ft from the NW, hitting the bank with a moderate 372 combined energy. The wind is a light cross-offshore breeze, which should keep the face clean and lined up. It's an advanced wave, so it'll be a bit of a handful for the less experienced, but for those who know what they're doing, it's the pick of the bunch. The water temperature is around 73°, which is pretty much spot on for this time of year, so no surprises there.

Before that, the morning of Sunday the 27th of July is worth a mention. The swell is a bit smaller at 4 ft from the NW, but the wind is glassy. That's a rare treat for a river break, and it'll be smooth as silk. The energy is moderate (151), so the waves will have a bit of shape but won't be pumping. It's a good chance for a quiet paddle if you can handle the inconsistent sets.

Heading into the second week, the swell picks up a notch. The morning of the 2nd of August sees 5 ft from the NW with a moderate 372 energy, but the wind is cross-shore, which will put a bit of a bump on the face. The 3rd of August is similar, with 6 ft and a strong 505 energy, but again, the cross-shore wind will be a factor. These are days for the dedicated crew who can handle a bit of chop.

The 5th of August onwards sees the swell drop back down to knee-to-waist high with clean cross-offshore winds, but the energy is low, so it'll be a bit weak and slow. The 6th and 7th of August are pretty much the same story – small, weak, and not worth getting too excited about.

Overall, the best bet is the morning of the 4th of August. It's not huge, but the conditions will be right. The glassy morning on the 27th of July is your second-best option. The rest is a mix of small, weak, or wind-affected surf. It's a typical run for this spot – it can be quiet for a few days, then a window opens up. Keep your eye on that Tuesday morning.

Rusty.

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