Ketewel Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, Rusty here. Well, the next couple of weeks are lookin’ pretty frustrating for us at Ketewel. We’ve got a solid run of long-period SSW groundswell comin’ through, but the wind is just killin’ it, mate. Persistent cross-onshore breezes are choppin’ everything up, so the majority of this window is a write-off for proper paddle surfing.

The standout offerin’ is really on Monday the 15th of July. That Wednesday morning session looks like the best chance to get a decent wave. We’re talkin’ a 4ft SSW swell with a tasty 16-second period, and the combined energy is pumpin’ at 2076 (strong wave energy). The wind is a light breeze from the southeast, so while it’s cross-on, it’s light, keepin’ the surface fairly clean. It’s only got a marginal rating, but given how rough the rest of the run is, this is definitely the pick. That long period will give the reef at Ketewel some proper lines, just be patient for the sets.

If you miss that, the Monday afternoon of the 13th of July could be worth a look. We’ve got a 4ft SSW swell at 17 seconds, with a combined energy of 1377. The wind goes onshore and it's a light breeze, which could clean it up a bit. It’s not perfect, but it’s a glimmer of hope in a choppy stretch.

After that, the Wednesday morning of the 16th of July might offer a tiny window with a 3ft SSW swell, 15-second period, and light onshore winds again, but it’s small and marginal.

The rest of the period is a real battle. From Friday the 4th of July right through to Sunday the 12th of July, it’s mostly poor conditions with moderate cross-onshore winds and a lot of chop. Even when the swell is around 6ft, the wind just wrecks it. The water temp is about 82°, which is pretty average for this time of year, no surprises there.

Honestly, for the bulk of the forecast, if you’re not paddlin’, those strong cross-onshore winds and solid swell make the setup look more interesting for kite surfing than a traditional paddle session. This spot is inconsistent at the best of times, and with the wind pattern we’ve got, it’s a long wait. But that Wednesday the 15th session is your best bet – keep an eye on it.

Rusty.

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