Farmer Burgers Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Right, mate, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at the forecast for the next couple of weeks.

The main story is Farmer Burgers, a reef break that’s exposed to the WSW swell. The conditions are going to be a mixed bag, but there’s a few solid windows of clean waves to get excited about. Right now, the water is sitting around 56°, which is a bit colder than what we’d normally expect for this time of year – so you’ll want a good wetsuit.

We kick off Sunday, August 2nd, with some small but promising surf. The swell is 3ft from the WSW, with a nice 12-second period, and the wind is glassy from the south. It’s a little weak energy-wise (241), but it’s clean and rideable for an intermediate.

Monday morning, August 3rd, is looking tidy again. Still 3ft of WSW swell, a bit more energy in the water now (385), and an offshore wind from the ENE. That’s clean, fun surf. Monday afternoon turns a bit messy with a cross-on wind, so try to get out early.

Tuesday morning, August 4th, has the wind going glassy again from the WNW. The swell is 4ft from the WSW, period at 11 seconds, and energy is moderate (302). It’s a good morning for a session before the crowds roll in – and this spot can get crowded sometimes, so expect company.

The real standout window is Thursday morning, August 6th. The swell is 8ft from the WSW, with a solid 13-second period, and the energy is pumping (1838). The wind is cross-off from the north, keeping it clean. This is big, powerful surf – only for experienced surfers, as 8ft is pushing the limit. If you’ve got the skill, this is the best on offer.

Friday morning, August 7th, is another cracker. 7ft of WSW swell, 14-second period, and glassy conditions from the ENE. The energy is still very strong (1579). This is another top-tier session for the confident crew.

The weekend takes a turn for the worse. Saturday and Sunday, the 8th and 9th, are blown out with onshore winds and choppy, lumpy conditions. Not worth paddling out on those days.

The next big standout is way out on Tuesday, August 11th, but there’s a catch. The swell is a massive 10ft from the SW, with very strong energy (2641). The wind is offshore from the NE, so it would be clean, but that swell is too big for this break. This is a pass for most – only for the absolute elite if they’re feeling brave.

After that, it’s a bit of a lull until Saturday morning, August 15th. That morning is a treat: 6ft of WSW swell, 14-second period, and glassy winds from the WNW. The energy is strong (1435), and it’s clean. This is another excellent window for experienced surfers.

Beyond that, the wind picks up and the quality drops off, with cross-on conditions and choppy seas through the 16th and 17th. The last good window is gone by then.

If you want the best surf, aim for the mornings of the 6th, 7th, and 15th of August. That’s where the magic is.

Rusty.

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