Hope Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, I’m Rusty. Let’s talk about what Hope Beach has lined up for us. This spot is fairly exposed to swell, and it’s an inconsistent one, so you’ve gotta pick your moments. The water’s sitting at 52°, which is close to average for this time of year.

Right now, we’ve got a bit of a wait. Thursday the 6th of August is a write-off with onshore muck and poor surf conditions. Friday the 7th is a little diamond in the rough – early morning with a clear sky and a light offshore wind from the northwest, waves around 3ft sneaking in from the SSW with a super long period of 16 seconds (that’s proper groundswell). The combined swell energy is moderate at 479 – nothing huge, but clean. Then Friday afternoon turns glassy with 2ft SSW swell and a period stretching to 19 seconds – very long lines, best for the reef or point if there is one, as beach breaks might see ‘em break too straight. Still, with glassy conditions, this is the pick of the early days.

Saturday the 8th is a decent runner – morning offshore wind from the north, 3ft SSW swell, period 16 seconds, and a moderate combined energy of 407. Clean and rideable for intermediates, though the crowd factor says “sometimes,” so you might have to share.

Sunday the 9th drops away fast, with tiny 1ft waves and weak energy. Not worth the paddle.

Monday the 10th morning starts cloudy with a strong cross-off wind from the west at 35 km/h and 4ft SSW swell (period 18 seconds), but the combined energy is 920 – solid. The afternoon, however, brings a cross-shore wind that’s lumpy and poor. Skip it.

Tuesday the 11th is back to clean form – morning offshore wind from the NNW, 2ft SSW swell, period 14 seconds, gentle conditions. A bit small but surfable.

Wednesday the 12th morning is the standout of the first week. Offshore wind from the NNW, 4ft SSW swell with a 19-second period, and the combined energy is strong at 1461. Excellent for experienced surfers – long, clean lines. Don’t sleep on this session.

Thursday the 13th goes big but messy – morning sees a cross-shore wind and 8ft SSW swell, period 19 seconds, energy roaring at 4132. That’s too big for beginners and only for experts, but the wind chops it up. Afternoon cleans up a bit with a cross-off wind and 5ft swell (period 18 seconds), still a heavy day.

Friday the 14th has a morning of 4ft SSW swell (17 sec) but cross-off winds keeping it average. Then Friday afternoon things get wild: 12ft SW swell with a 17-second period and energy screaming at 9783 – that’s massive, and the file warns it’s too big for this break. Experts only, and even then, it’s a beast.

Saturday the 15th is blown out with near gale cross-onshore winds and 7ft swell. No good.

Sunday the 16th morning is a clean return – offshore wind from the NNW, 4ft SSW swell, period 15 seconds, combined energy 831. A very good session for those who know the peak.

After that, from Monday the 17th through to Wednesday the 19th, surf stays around 2ft to 3ft range with offshore winds and clean conditions. It’s consistent enough for a fun paddle, but nothing that’ll blow your wetsuit off. Energy sits between 151 and 452 – modest.

Thursday the 20th afternoon brings a spike: 6ft SSW swell with a 20-second period, energy hitting 4341. That’s strong, long-period groundswell, but the cross-off wind keeps it marginal – still worth a look for experienced crew.

Friday the 21st fades out with onshore winds and messy conditions.

The best true standouts are Wednesday the 12th morning – clean, offshore, 4ft with a 19-second period and strong energy – and Friday the 7th afternoon’s glassy 2ft with a 19-second period for a mellow, clean session. If you’re after size and you’re an expert, Friday the 14th afternoon’s 12ft beast is for you, but be wary of the crowd factor.

Stay safe, surf smart, and I’ll see you in the water.

- Rusty

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