Manly Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright mate, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for Manly over the next couple of weeks.

Right off the bat, I’ll be honest – it’s a pretty lean start. The first few days are a bit of a write-off. We’ve got some small swell around, but the wind’s all over the place and the conditions are just ordinary. You’ll be looking at the ocean and wondering if you brought the right board. The good news is, things start to look up as we get towards the end of the first week and into the second.

The standout session, the one you want to circle on the calendar, is Friday morning, the 7th of August. That’s when it all comes together. We’ve got a solid 6ft swell rolling in from the south, with a period of 9 seconds. The wind is light offshore from the WSW, so the waves will be clean and lined up. The combined energy is moderate at 537, so there’s enough push to get you into some fun ones. This is the best bet for the whole stretch, no question.

There’s another one to keep an eye on, but it’s further out. Friday morning, the 14th of August, we’re looking at a 7ft south swell. That’s getting a bit bigger, but it’s still manageable. The wind is light and cross-off from the WNW, so the waves should be clean. The energy is up there at 773. The only caveat is that it’s more than a week away, so while it’s promising, don’t lock it in just yet.

For the rest of the time, there’s a lot of "meh" to wade through. The south swells in the first week stay small, and the wind often swings around to the onshore, messing up the surface. There’s a long gap of days with poor conditions from the start up until that Friday the 7th. And after the 14th, it drops right off again into tiny waves and strong winds.

The water temperature is sitting at 63°F, which is about 1°F cooler than the long-term average, so it’s pretty normal for this time of year. Nothing to worry about there.

If you’re a beginner, that 7ft swell on the 14th might be pushing your limit, but the 6ft on the 7th is a solid, fun size. The swell direction is mostly from the south, which for Manly, a point break, is a bit sheltered. The optimum swell direction is from the SE, so we’re not getting the ideal angle, but it’ll still work.

Alright, that’s the story. Stay patient, and get out there on that Friday morning.

Rusty

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