In Betweens Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, mate, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s cookin’ for In-Betweens over the next couple of weeks.

Honestly, the outlook is a tough one for the first week or so. The swell is all over the place, and the wind is a constant cross-off from the ENE, which keeps things clean but not exactly groomed for peak performance. The first few days are a write-off, with tiny waves or poor conditions. Wednesday the 5th has some small 4ft ENE swell, but the energy is weak (347) and the conditions are only marginal. Thursday and Friday are even worse, with tiny 1ft SSW/SW swells and poor surf. Saturday the 8th sees a bump in size to 6ft, but it’s short-period windswell (6-7 seconds) and the energy is moderate (519), but the quality is still poor or marginal. This pattern of marginal, poor, and not-so-great quality continues right through the first week and into the second. The waves are mostly short-period windswell, with a few longer-period S and SSW groundswells popping up mid-week, but they’re tiny (2ft-4ft) and the wind is still strong.

Now, here’s where it gets interesting. The last few days of the outlook, from the 17th of August onwards, the swell really starts to pump. We’re looking at consistent 8ft to 10ft ENE swell, with moderate energy readings (starting around 978 and climbing to over 1500). The period is still short (8-9 seconds), so it’s windswell, not groundswell, and the wind is still a strong cross-off from the ENE. At these sizes, this is getting into expert territory – over 8ft, it’s only for the skilled crew. The best window looks like the 18th and 19th of August, with 10ft to 8ft ENE swell, fresh breeze cross-off wind, and the highest energy readings (1499 and 1537). The scores are still low, but this is the best we’ve got. The water temperature is about average for the time of year.

In-Betweens is a reef setup, fairly consistent, and it’s exposed to the swell. The optimum swell direction is SSE, but all the swell we’re getting is from ENE, so it’s not the perfect angle. The cross-off wind keeps the surface clean, but the short period and strong wind mean the waves will be bumpy and a bit messy. It’s worth a look for the dedicated, but don’t expect perfection. Crowds are possible, so be ready for a few others out there.

So, to wrap it up: the first week is a dud. The second week has some real size, with the 18th and 19th of August being the standout days for the big wave hunters. It’s a messy, powerful windswell, but energy is high and the wind is offshore. If you’re an expert, get out there. If you’re a beginner, stay home.

Rusty.

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