Manly Surf Forecast and Surf Report

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

Frankly, it's a pretty grim stretch for the most part. We've got a solid 16-day window ahead, but the first good surf doesn't really show up until Sunday the 23rd, and even then it's nothing to write home about. There are long gaps of “poor surf conditions” with zero scores, so don't be in a rush.

The first real chance comes on Sunday morning, the 23rd of August. Manly will see a small southerly swell, around 5 ft, with a period of 9 seconds. The wind is glassy – that's a major positive, meaning the surface will be clean and smooth. Wave energy is moderate, sitting at 360. It's a beginner-friendly point break with a fairly consistent wave, but remember, it's sheltered from the south, so that swell direction isn't ideal for this spot. Still, if you're a learner, that glassy morning might be your best bet for a quiet, fun session.

The next standout, and honestly the best of the whole period, is Monday the 31st of August. The morning brings a long-period southerly groundswell at 2 ft with a period of 17 seconds. That's a very long period swell, which means waves with real shape and energy, but it can break a bit straight on a beach break. However, Manly is a point, so it should handle it well. The combined energy is high at 483, and with a light north breeze, the conditions will be clean. These are the best waves in the forecast, but the swell is small, so it won't be big.

The following Saturday, the 5th of September, has a fresh offshore wind from the west-southwest at 19 mph, combining with a 3 ft southerly swell at 12 seconds. That's a solid offshore wind, which will groom the face beautifully. The energy is strong at 325. The swell is small, but for a long-period groundswell with that wind, it could be a fast, clean little wave for the experienced crew.

To be honest, water temperature is around 63°, which is about 1° cooler than normal for this time of year – not a big deal, just a touch fresh.

For the rest of the two weeks, you're looking at onshore winds, cross-shore chop, and tiny windswell that just isn't worth the paddle. Surfable waves show up for a few mornings, but the quality is very ordinary. Don't hold your breath.

Rusty out.

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