Impossibles Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's coming up for Impossibles over the next couple of weeks.

This is a solid stretch. We’ve got a persistent run of offshore winds and a consistent south-southwest swell, so the overall pattern is that this setup is going to be pumping for anyone with the skills to handle it. There’s no gap at the start; we’re into it right from Sunday afternoon.

The standout window opens on Sunday, July 5th. Impossibles is looking at a clean 6ft SSW groundswell with a 14-second period. The wind is a moderate offshore breeze from the ESE, keeping the faces tidy. The combined swell energy is strong at 1336, and the water is a warm 81°, which is about average for this time of year. This is advanced-level territory, so it's for the crew who know the reef.

Monday, July 6th, sees the swell ease a touch in the morning to 4ft, but the period stretches out to 17 seconds – that’s proper groundswell energy. The wind stays offshore. Quality takes a hit from tide, though it’s worth a look. By the afternoon, it’s back up to 6ft with a 16-second period, and the energy jumps way up to a very strong 1787. This is a top pick for experienced surfers.

Tuesday, July 7th, holds clean, offshore conditions with 5ft swell and 16-second intervals, but again, tide or some factor has the conditions described as marginal. The energy is a moderate-to-strong 1051 in the morning. Wednesday, July 8th, is another day that stands out. The afternoon delivers a 7ft SSW swell at 16 seconds and a huge energy reading of 2105. The wind holds offshore, and it’s described as excellent for experienced surfers. Thursday, July 9th, has a bit of rain and a stronger fresh breeze, but still offshore with 7ft swell. It’s big and it’s clean, but that wind strength will add some challenge.

The quality dips from the 12th of July onward as the swell drops and the wind turns cross-offshore. Sunday the 12th has small 3ft waves and poor conditions. However, hold tight for Monday, July 13th. The morning picks up again with 4ft swell but a monster 19-second period. The afternoon goes off with a 6ft, 18-second SSW groundswell and a very strong energy reading of 2200. Offshore winds and excellent conditions for the advanced crew.

The second week still offers hope. Tuesday, July 14th, has a strong 7ft swell and a 17-second period, with the energy peaking at 2730 – that’s significant power. The wind is a fresh offshore. Saturday, July 18th, is a real standout for the second week. The afternoon serves up 6ft SSW swell with a 17-second period and a huge energy figure of 2349, paired with clean offshore winds. It’s described as excellent for experienced surfers. Sunday the 19th looks less ideal as the wind switches cross-offshore, but Monday the 20th brings it back with clean, offshore breezes and 5ft to 5ft swell.

Because the water is 81° and the anomaly is only +0.4°, it’s about average for this time of year – no wetsuit needed. Also, the swell direction is SSW, which matches the optimum direction of SW for Impossibles, so the reef is going to focus that energy nicely. Expect to see some crowds here, as it can get busy. This break is very consistent and you’ll be seeing waves every session, but it’s strictly for advanced surfers given the size and the reef.

Stay safe out there.

Rusty.

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