Jacobs Bay Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here, lookin' at the charts for our patch. We've got a solid run of surf comin' through, so let's break it down.

We kick things off on Wednesday, July 8th, with some real nice swell. Jacobs Bay is the spot, and it's gonna be a morning for the experienced crew. We're looking at a solid 8ft SW groundswell, period of 13 seconds, and the wind is a clean cross-offshore from the SSE at 9 mph. The water's sitting at 58°, which is just a touch cooler than average for this time of year, nothing too crazy. The combined energy is pumping at 2430, that's serious power. This is excellent, but it's a powerful wave for sure.

Thursday morning, July 9th, the swell actually bumps up a notch. We're talking 10ft from the SSW with a 14-second period. The combined energy is a massive 3555. Now, that's a big wave, definitely only for the experts. Wind stays favorable, cross-off from the SSE at 12 mph, so it'll be clean. But seriously, if you're not on your A-game, give this one a miss.

Saturday morning, July 11th, is the standout of this first week. The swell drops back to a punchy 7ft from the SSW, 12-second period, and we get pure offshore wind from the ESE, barely a whisper at 3 mph. It's going to be glassy clean. The energy is still strong at 1615, but the wind is the story here - perfect, clean conditions for a good session.

The surf backs off a bit into the second week. Sunday, July 12th, has the smallest window of good conditions. The morning is looking tidy with a 5ft SSW swell and glassy conditions thanks to a light NNW breeze. Energy drops to 791. It's more manageable, a good option for a Sunday funday.

Then things go quiet for a good stretch. From Monday, July 13th, through to Thursday, July 16th, the swell disappears. We're seeing heights under 3ft with messy winds. It's a full-on flat spell.

Now, there's a pulse of new swell arriving on Friday, July 17th. The morning has a clean 7ft SSW swell coming in with a cross-offshore wind, but it's blowing a strong 19 mph. The energy is healthy at 1722, but that wind is howling. It's there, but it's a battle.

The next real highlight doesn't pop up until Wednesday, July 22nd. The morning session at Jacobs Bay looks promising. We get a clean 6ft SSW groundswell, 12-second period, with a light cross-offshore breeze from the NNE. Energy is a solid 1071. This is the best bet in the long-range, a good solid swell with clean conditions. It's a bit far out, so keep an eye on it.

So, for my picks: the absolute best on offer is Saturday morning, July 11th. For a great clean session with a bit more size, Wednesday morning, July 22nd, is your long-range target.

Stay wet, stay salty.
Rusty.

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