Higgins Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the menu for the next 16 days. I gotta be straight with you – this stretch is a tough one. We’re looking at a long, dry spell with no real surf to speak of, so don’t be in a rush to wax up.

The first recommendation on the board is for Higgins Beach on Tuesday, July 28, but even then, it’s a miss. We’ve got a weak 2-foot swell from the SE with a period of 8 seconds, and the wind is onshore from the SSE at 9 mph. The combined swell energy is a paltry 72 (weak). It’s just not gonna happen. That sets the tone for the whole outlook.

The following days are more of the same. Wednesday the 29th sees a bit more height – 4 to 5 feet – but it’s coming with short, bumpy periods (5-6 seconds) and onshore or cross-onshore winds that will ruin any chance of a clean wave. The energy climbs to 184 (moderate) on Wednesday afternoon, but it’s lumpy and messy. Thursday the 30th has the biggest swell of the run, with 5 to 6 feet from the ENE and a period of 7 seconds, pushing the combined energy up to 450 (moderate). But the wind is cross-shore and fresh, creating a real chop. This is the kind of day that looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing.

From Friday, July 31, until the end of the forecast on August 12, the swell drops off a cliff. Heights hover between 0.7 and 3 feet, with periods mostly under 10 seconds, and the combined energy rarely gets above 50 (weak). The winds are a mixed bag – some light cross-onshore, a few cleaner moments – but with so little swell, it’s just not worth the paddle. The water temperature is about average for this time of year, so no surprises there.

There is one bright spot, but it’s a long way off. On Monday, August 10, and Tuesday, August 11, we finally see a light offshore wind from the NW, with the swell coming from the ESE at a 10-second period. The combined energy on Tuesday morning is 32 (weak) and the swell is only 1 foot, so it’s tiny. The waves will be clean, but that’s about it. It’s a promise, not a guarantee.

So, to put it plainly: there are no standout days in this window. The first 13 days are pretty much a write-off, and the last few only offer a hint of clean, small waves. It’s a quiet period for the area, so don’t be too gutted – forecasts can change, but for now, leave the boards in the shed.

Rusty.

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