Kuta Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, folks, Rusty here. Let’s break it down.

We’re looking at a tricky stretch ahead for Kuta Beach. The forecast is full of marginal surf and questionable conditions, but there’s some solid energy building if you’re willing to wait. The water’s sitting at a warm 80°, which is pretty standard for this time of year, so no need for a wetsuit.

The first few days from Wednesday, 22 July through to Saturday, 25 July are a bit of a tease. We’re seeing modest SSW swell around 2ft to 4ft, with period climbing from 13 to 17 seconds. That’s some proper long-period groundswell, which usually means good shape, but the energy is moderate, with readings between 551 and 1069. The wind is a cross-off from the SE, around 15 to 19 mph, keeping the surface pretty clean. Still, the scores are low, so don’t expect much. Thursday morning and Friday morning might offer a sneaky window if you’re desperate, but honestly, it’s not firing.

Then Sunday, 26 July, things get interesting. The swell jumps to 8ft from the SE, but the period drops to 9 seconds. That’s short-period, wind-driven stuff, and with combined energy hitting 1883, it’s got some punch. But 8ft is on the big side for beginners, and the wind is a fresh 22 mph cross-off from the ESE. This is more of a kitesurfing setup than a classic paddle session. The surf quality is still rated marginal, so keep expectations in check.

A real highlight starts to show up on the morning of Saturday, 1 August. We’ve got a clean 5ft SSW swell with a 16-second period, and the wind drops to a moderate 12 mph from the SE. That’s a nice long-period groundswell that should wrap in well here. The energy is moderate at 1016, but the quality is starting to look better. This is the best wave of the first week.

But the real standout – and I mean the one to circle on the calendar – is Sunday, 2 August. The morning kicks off with a solid 8ft SSW groundswell at 16 seconds, and the energy is strong at 2675. The wind is a clean cross-off from the ESE at 12 mph. That’s going to produce some meaty, clean walls. The afternoon holds similar size and energy. Now, 8ft is pushing into expert territory, so if you’re not confident, watch from the beach. The crowd factor here is rated as “always” busy, so expect a full lineup. This is the best on offer through the whole run.

After that, Monday 3 August through to Thursday 6 August keep the swell in the 5ft to 7ft range, with periods staying around 14 to 15 seconds. The wind stays cross-off from the ESE, 15 to 19 mph. The energy is moderate to strong, with readings between 954 and 1812. The scores are still in the low range, so it’s surfable but not epic. The morning of Thursday 6 August might be the quietest for crowds, with a 5ft SSW swell and a lighter 15 mph breeze.

So, bottom line: if you’ve got a free day, make it Sunday, 2 August. That’s your best wave, but it’s for the experienced crew. The rest of the window is a game of patience, with plenty of clean but average surf.

Rusty.

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