Golfcourse Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get into it for Golfcourse. We’ve got a 16-day window, but for the first week or so, it’s a real struggle. The surf is tiny and mostly blown out, so we’re basically waiting for a big pulse of energy to show up.

The first few days are a write-off. Saturday the 25th of July offers tiny knee-high waves at best, with a messy cross-on wind. There is a brief moment early Sunday morning with glassy conditions and a 2ft swell from the S, but it’s weak and the wave comment says it’s just ordinary. You’d be better off sleeping in.

Monday the 27th through to Friday the 1st of August is a dead zone. The swell is tiny, under 2ft, and the wind is either onshore or cross-on. The water is about average for this time of year, so no surprises there. There’s a few glassy mornings mid-week, but with next to no swell, it’s not worth paddling out for.

Now, things get interesting from the 3rd of August. Monday morning the 3rd sees a jump to 3ft from the ESE with a 12-second period, and the combined energy is moderate (320). The wind is light and onshore though, so it’s marginal. But it’s a sign of what’s coming.

The real standout is the 4th of August. Tuesday morning brings a solid 7ft ESE swell with a very long 17-second period. The combined energy is strong (2937). This is a proper groundswell, and with that period, it’s going to have some serious push. The wind is light onshore, but it’s a big, powerful swell. For a break like Golfcourse, that’s a lot of water. It’s only for experienced surfers, as anything over 8ft is expert territory. The afternoon is even bigger at 8ft and 18 seconds.

Wednesday the 5th and Thursday the 6th are massive. We’re talking 12ft to 18ft swell from the E, with periods up to 19 seconds. The wave energy is off the charts (8366 to 19384). The forecasts are saying it’s too big for this break. This is a serious, serious swell. For the average punter, it’s a no-go. For the brave, it’s a beast, but be warned, that long period stuff can make a beach break close out hard.

After that monster pulse, things settle down. Friday the 7th of August is a great morning. You’ve got a 4ft E swell with a 12-second period, and glassy conditions. The combined energy is moderate (397), and the forecast says “expect good surf conditions.” This is the pick of the period for a clean, manageable session. The wind is light offshore from the NE, so it’ll be clean.

Saturday the 8th is a bit bumpier with a cross-on wind, and Sunday the 9th looks to be too big again at 10ft.

So, to sum it up: the first week is a write-off. The real action is the 4th to the 6th for big, powerful, expert-only groundswell. But if you want a clean, fun wave in a manageable size, get out on the morning of Friday the 7th of August. That’s your best bet.

Rusty.

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