Middleton Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s get into it. This is Rusty, and I’ve got a solid look at what’s coming for Middleton Beach over the next couple of weeks. We’ve got a bit of a slow start, but once we get past the first few days, the energy really starts to build.

Right now, we’re in a bit of a lull. The first surf worth mentioning kicks off on Friday the 14th of August, but it’s a tough one. The swell is solid at 9.8ft from the SSW, period 15 seconds, so there’s heaps of energy (4275) in the water, but the wind is cross-on from the ENE at 9 mph, making it pretty choppy. On top of that, the water temp is sitting at 64.6°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year. Not ideal for a paddle, and the conditions are marginal.

Saturday the 15th shapes up a bit better. The morning starts with a 7.9ft SW swell (14 seconds, 2370 energy) and a cross-off N wind at 16 mph. It’s clean, but that wind is a bit fresh. The afternoon is nicer with a lighter 6 mph N breeze, still cross-off, and a 6.9ft SW swell. It’s clean, but both sessions are only a 2 out of 10 in terms of the overall quality.

Sunday the 16th is a mixed bag. The morning has a 8.2ft SW swell (15 seconds, 2901 energy) but a cross-shore N wind at 12 mph, creating a cross-chop. The afternoon is the pick of the day: 7.2ft SW swell, 14 seconds, 2572 energy, and a light N wind at 9 mph from the cross-off direction. It’s clean and the forecast is for very good surf. The water is still a touch warmer than usual.

Monday the 17th gets serious. The morning has a 7.9ft SW swell, but the period is a massive 18 seconds, and the wind is a strong cross-off from the NNW at 22 mph. The energy is high (3588), but it’s a real handful. The afternoon is even bigger: a 11.5ft SW swell, 17 seconds, and a strong offshore W wind at 25 mph. The energy is enormous (7518), but it’s described as "hard to paddle into." This is only for the very experienced. The swell is pretty big for most.

Tuesday the 18th is the first real standout. The afternoon is the pick: a 8.2ft SW swell, 15 seconds, with a moderate offshore WNW wind at 12 mph. The energy is 4281, and the conditions are clean and offshore. This is excellent for experienced surfers.

Wednesday the 19th keeps the swell pumping. The afternoon sees a 11.5ft SW swell, 16 seconds, 6026 energy, and a gentle cross-off breeze from the WSW. It’s clean, but big.

Thursday the 20th is another standout. The morning is outstanding: a 11.5ft SW swell, 16 seconds, 5537 energy, and a moderate offshore WNW wind. It’s clean, offshore, and excellent for experienced surfers. The afternoon is a bit smaller at 9.8ft, but still clean.

Friday the 21st is the absolute gem of the forecast. The morning is near-perfect: a 9.8ft SSW swell, 15 seconds, 4033 energy, and glassy conditions with a WSW wind at only 3 mph. It’s described as excellent for experienced surfers, and it’s likely the best window of the whole period. The afternoon turns onshore, so make the morning session.

Saturday the 22nd has a big 9.8ft SSW swell, 16 seconds, and 6335 energy, but the wind is a cross-shore from the NE, making it a bit bumpy.

Sunday the 23rd is another big day with a 9.8ft SSW swell, 16 seconds, and a cross-off N wind, so it stays clean.

Monday the 24th sees a bit of a drop. The morning has a smaller 4.6ft SW swell, 13 seconds, and a moderate offshore wind, which is good for the less experienced.

Tuesday the 25th is a monster. The morning has a 16.4ft SW swell, 16 seconds, and a massive 13620 energy. This is not for the faint of heart. The wind is a cross-off, but it’s huge and only for experts.

Wednesday the 26th is a nice recovery. The morning has a 7.2ft SW swell, 14 seconds, with a light cross-off breeze, making for very good conditions.

Thursday the 27th has a standout afternoon: a 6.2ft SW swell, 16 seconds,

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