Hilton Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the menu for the next couple of weeks.

Honestly, we’re looking at a pretty grim stretch of surf ahead. The only wave that’s even on the radar is Hilton, a reef and jetty setup that’s best for beginners but is rated as inconsistent. It’s an exposed spot, but it rarely breaks properly, so don’t get your hopes up.

The forecast shows a long, quiet gap at the start. There’s simply nothing rideable for the first few days – the swell is tiny, the energy is weak, and the winds are messy. You’d be wasting your time paddling out.

The first real chance of anything comes on Monday morning, 17th August. The combined swell energy is still weak, around 88, but we’ve got a bit of swell from the WNW at 3 ft with a short period of 8 seconds. The wind goes glassy, which is a major positive, meaning the surf will be clean. It’s still just “surfable waves but very ordinary conditions,” so keep your expectations low. The water temp is about average for this time of year, so no surprises there.

After that, it’s back to the same old story. The rest of the window is filled with poor surf, onshore winds, and tiny weak energy. The consistency is terrible, and there’s no standout period to get excited about.

If you’re desperate for a paddle, that Monday morning window is your best bet, but it’s not a destination. Given the tiny swell, poor quality, and the setup being a reef/jetty, it’s not even worth looking at for kite surfing – there’s just no power.

So, to sum it up: a long, flat gap, one very ordinary morning on the 17th, and then more flatness. It’s a tough run, but that’s how it goes sometimes. Forecasts can change, so keep an eye out, but for now, I’d say give the board a rest.

Rusty.

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