Duppys Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s shaping up. I’ll be straight with you: it’s a flat spell to start, and we’re waiting a long time for anything worthwhile.

We’ve got a big gap of nothing at Duppys. The first week and a half is a write-off for surf. From July 16th right through to the 23rd, it’s basically all knee-high dribble at best, with a bit of cross-off wind. The energy is pathetic, with readings like 2 (weak) and 22 (still weak) – nothing to get excited about. It’s clean, but clean and tiny is still tiny. The water temp is sitting at 82°F, which is pretty average for the time of year, so at least a dip won’t be a shock.

Then on the afternoon of July 23rd, we finally see a pulse. Swell jumps to 4 ft from the NE, but with a short period of 7 seconds. The combined energy hits 306 (moderate), but the wave comment says “poor surf conditions.” That short period and cross-off wind won’t be doing Duppys any favours.

The real standout, and honestly the only window worth paddling out for, is the afternoon of July 31st. There’s a sneaky good one on the cards. The swell comes up to 6 ft from the ENE, with a period of 9 seconds and a combined energy reading of 562 (strong). The wind goes offshore, and the report says “expect very good surf conditions.” Duppys is a fairly consistent reef break, best with northerly swell direction, and this ENE swell is a bit off that optimum, but that size and offshore wind is a proper session. It’s an advanced wave, so you’ll want your wits about you. At 6 ft, it’s got some punch but it’s not in the monster territory.

If you’ve got patience, that July 31st afternoon is the one to circle. The rest of the 16-day window is a long, flat wait. For a spot like this, a blank run is just part of the game. Forecasts can always change, but right now, it’s a waiting game.

Rusty

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