Eastern Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s talk about what’s cooking at Eastern Beach.

We’ve got a bit of a slow start, but the first proper window of surf arrives on Tuesday, July 14th. The ocean is waking up with a solid 6ft to 6ft swell rolling in from the ESE. The water is sitting at 65°, which is a fair bit colder than what we’d expect for this time of year – a couple of degrees below the norm, so you’ll want a good wetsuit. The standout here is Tuesday morning: glassy conditions, no wind, just clean lines. The combined energy is moderate (544), and with a 9-second period, there’s enough push for a fun session. Tuesday afternoon switches to a light cross-off breeze, still clean and very rideable. This is the pick of the first few days.

By Wednesday the 15th, the swell drops a touch to 5ft, but it’s cleaner with a 10-second period and offshore wind in the morning. Good waves, but not as punchy as Tuesday. The energy drops to 462. Wednesday afternoon gets a bit tricky with a moderate cross-off wind and a drop in size to 5ft, so morning is the move.

Thursday the 16th sees a smaller 4ft to 4ft swell from the east, but the period stretches to 11 seconds, giving it some shape. The morning is clean with a light cross-off breeze, but the combined energy is actually high at 744 for the size – there’s some decent power in the water. Thursday afternoon turns cross-shore with light ripples, making it harder to find a clean face.

Friday the 17th is a bit of a mixed bag. The morning is small at 3ft from the SSW, but with a 13-second period, those long-period lines will have some glide. The afternoon bumps up to 4ft with a 12-second period, and the cross-off wind keeps it clean. Not a stand-out, but a solid session if you’re keen.

Then we hit a rough patch. From Saturday the 18th through Sunday the 20th, it’s mostly cross-onshore winds, choppy conditions, and poor surf quality. The swell is there, but the wind ruins it. Saturday is a write-off with nearly 19 mph winds, and Sunday the 19th is only marginally better, but the energy is weak (266). Monday the 20th is blown out too, despite a 4ft to 6ft swell. This stretch is a kite surfer’s playground more than a paddle surfer’s.

Now, here’s the real standout. Mark your calendar for Tuesday, July 21st. The swell jumps to 5ft from the SSW, and the period is a stunning 13 seconds in the morning, building to 16 seconds in the afternoon. The combined energy is massive – 1138 in the morning, and a whopping 2059 in the afternoon. That’s strong wave energy. The wind is offshore in the afternoon, light and clean. This is world-class potential for experienced surfers. The wave comment says “excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers,” and I agree. This is the best on offer in the whole forecast. The long period means it’ll be a bit straight at this beach, but the power and shape will be unreal.

The next few days are a mixed bag. Wednesday the 22nd has a big 8ft swell from the SSW with a 14-second period, but the wind is cross-onshore, creating ripples. The energy is extreme (2619), but the conditions are marginal. Only for the experts, and even then, it’s a battle. The swell drops to 6ft in the afternoon, still cross-onshore.

Thursday the 23rd is a disaster with nearly 28 mph winds, and Friday the 24th is choppy and cross-onshore. A long gap of poor surf follows.

The next potential window is on Sunday, July 26th. A 3ft to 3ft swell from the SSW with a 15-16 second period, but the wind is light cross-onshore. The energy is moderate (607), and the conditions are marginal. Not a standout, but a chance for a glassy morning if the wind swings.

Finally, on Wednesday, July 29th, we get a gem. The morning is glassy, with a 4ft swell from the SSW at a 14-second period. The energy is 736, and the conditions are “very good.” This is a solid session for the patient surfer, but it’s nearly two weeks out, so keep an eye on it.

Overall, the best waves are on Tuesday, July 21st, with the 5ft SSW groundswell and offshore winds. That’s the one to plan around. The second best is the early window on Tuesday, July 14th, with the glassy 6ft ESE swell. After that, it’s a waiting game, but the 29th looks promising. Stay patient, and don’t bother with the blown-out days in between.

Rusty out.

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