Knights Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for this stretch.

We’re looking at a solid run of swell, but it’s not all clean sailing. We’ve got a window of messy, blown-out conditions to get through first, but the real standout is a proper groundswell event that sets up beautifully for the experienced crew. The water temp is sitting about average for this time of year, nothing wild there.

The first few days are a bit of a write-off. Saturday the 25th and Sunday the 26th bring some size – around 8ft and 6ft from the SSW – but the wind is cross or cross-on, so it’s choppy and messy. It’s surfable if you’re desperate, but you’re battling ripples and a bit of a bump. Monday the 27th cleans up a little as the wind shifts offshore, but the swell drops to 5ft and the energy is moderate (507). The wind picks up strong on the afternoon, so it’s not the best call.

Tuesday the 28th is a no-go. The swell jumps back up to 10ft from the SW, but a strong cross-on wind makes it a total mess. The combined energy is huge (6207), but it’s just a washing machine. Wednesday the 29th sees even bigger swell – 12ft from the SSW with a very long period of 15 seconds – and the wind turns onshore. The energy is enormous (5691), but it’s way too big for this spot, wind is on it, and it’s really only for the madmen.

Now, the standout. Thursday the 30th. The wind drops right out to glassy conditions. The swell is 7ft from the SSW, with a period of 13 seconds, giving it a solid groundswell feel. The energy is strong (1378). This is the pick of the early run. It’s clean, it’s got power, and it’s a great window for experienced surfers. The morning is the best call, with the afternoon still glassy but a touch smaller. This is a gem.

The rest of the week into early August is a mixed bag. Friday the 31st is back to a cross-on breeze, though the swell holds. Saturday the 1st of August brings a clean offshore breeze in the morning (NNW at 3 mph), with 7ft SSW swell and a very long 17-second period. The energy is strong (2571). This is promising, but it’s a week away, so keep an eye on it.

Now, the real big one. Sunday the 2nd of August. Offshore wind (NNE at 3 mph), glassy conditions, and a massive 8ft SSW groundswell with an incredibly long 18-second period. The energy is off the charts (5511). This is exceptional, expert-level surf. The long period means it’ll be powerful and clean, but it’s going to be fast and straight at the beach, so it’s best for those who know what they’re doing. Monday the 3rd and Tuesday the 4th keep the offshore flow going, with 8ft to 7ft swell, but the period drops to 14-10 seconds. Still good, but not as epic as Sunday.

After that, the swell backs off through the second week. Wednesday the 5th and Thursday the 6th have cleaner conditions but smaller swell (5ft to 5ft) with a long period, so it’s more of a longboard or fun-grovel scenario. Friday the 7th gets blown out by strong winds. Saturday the 8th is small and weak. The last call on Sunday the 9th is a ghostly 2ft swell with a 23-second period – that’s pure, super-long-period groundswell but it’s tiny. It’ll be clean with offshore wind, but you’ll be waiting for sets.

Bottom line: Thursday the 30th of July is the first true standout – glassy, solid, clean. Sunday the 2nd of August is the big one for the experts. Everything else is a case of picking the right tide and wind window. Crowds at Knights can be likely, especially on those clean days, so get in early.

Rusty.

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