Jarosite Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for the next couple of weeks. We’ve only got one spot in the mix this time, but it’s a proper reef setup that knows how to handle a bit of size.

Right now, Monday afternoon is a bit of a non-starter. The swell is only 3ft from the SW, and there’s a 9 mph cross-off breeze making it feel a bit messy. The combined energy is weak (277), so it’s a skunk session. You’re better off waiting.

Tuesday morning things get interesting. The wind goes offshore at 19 mph, which is a bit fresh, but it’s cleaning up a 3ft SSW swell with a 16-second period. That’s proper groundswell, and it’s pointing straight into the reef. The energy is ramping up (529), but it’s still small. The real action kicks off Tuesday afternoon. The swell jumps to 5ft from the SW, period 15 seconds, and the wind is still howling offshore at 22 mph. The wave energy is now moderate (837). This is where it starts to get your attention.

Now, Wednesday afternoon is the standout of the whole outlook. The swell is pumping at 15ft from the SW, with a 15-second period. The combined energy is a massive 11100. That is serious, powerful swell. The wind is a clean cross-off at 16 mph. This is a big day for experienced surfers only. If you’re a beginner, stay on the beach. For the crew who know what they’re doing, this is going to be an absolute riot on the reef. The water temp is 57°, which is just about average for the time of year.

Thursday sees the swell drop back, but it’s still solid. Thursday morning is 5ft from the SSW with a 13-second period, clean cross-off, and energy at 941. Thursday afternoon is 8ft from the SW, still clean, with energy hitting 2337. Both are solid, surfable days.

Friday morning is a smaller 4ft SW swell, but the wind is light cross-off, and the energy is low (366). Friday afternoon though, the wind goes glassy. A 3ft SSW swell, 12-second period, and no wind at all. It’s a clean, glassy reef. Perfect for a longboard or a fish.

Saturday, August 1st, is another highlight. The morning is small at 3ft, but the afternoon jumps to 5ft from the SW with a 17-second period and energy of 1803. The wind is light cross-off, and it’s clean. This is a really promising window for experienced surfers.

Sunday, August 2nd, the morning is a bit blown out with a 19 mph cross-off, but the afternoon sees the wind swing offshore again at 16 mph, producing a 4ft SW swell with 16-second period. It’s a clean, moderate offshore session.

The first week of August keeps a consistent rhythm. Monday the 3rd and Tuesday the 4th both offer 4ft to 5ft SW swells with clean winds and moderate energy. Wednesday the 5th brings a bigger 5ft SW swell with a very long 18-second period, but the wind is a light cross-shore, so expect a bit of a bump.

From Thursday the 6th onwards, the energy tails off. The swell drops to 4ft and below, and the periods are still long, but the wind is clean. The 7th of August has a 2ft swell with a 23-second period - that’s a super long period groundswell, but it’s tiny. Energy is low (400). The rest of the second week is very small, mostly under 3ft, with clean but weak conditions. The 10th of August sees a pulse of 6ft from the SW, but the wind is cross-onshore and choppy, so it’s poor. After that, it’s tiny and messy.

The best bet on offer is Wednesday afternoon, July 29th, with that 15ft SW swell and clean cross-off wind. That’s a big, powerful, expert-only session. The second choice is Saturday afternoon, August 1st, with 5ft SW swell, 17-second period, and light wind. That’s a beautiful, clean reef wave for the experienced crew.

This spot can get crowded sometimes, so keep that in mind for the better days.

Rusty.

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