Middleton Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on offer for Middleton Beach over the next couple of weeks.

Straight off the bat, we’ve got a bit of a messy start. Sunday the 30th of August is a write-off – the swell is a solid 10 ft from the SW, but it’s cross-onshore and choppy, and the combined energy is a hefty 5604, but it’s just not clean. We’ve got a 2° anomaly making the water a touch warmer than normal at 18° for this time of year, but that’s no consolation.

Things start to look up on Monday the 31st of August. The morning sees a 7 ft SW swell with a 16-second period – that’s proper groundswell energy – and the wind swings to a clean offshore from the WNW at 16 mph. The wave energy is moderate at 2687. This is a good, clean option for the more experienced surfer, as the swell is over 5 ft. The long period means it’ll hold up well and offer some nice lines, but the consistency at Middleton Beach is described as inconsistent, so don’t expect a set every minute.

The standout window, and I mean the real highlight, kicks off on the 3rd of September, Thursday morning. We’re looking at an 12 ft SSW swell with a 14-second period and a fresh offshore wind from the WNW at 19 mph. The combined energy is strong at 4839. This is big, powerful, clean surf. It’s over 8 ft though, so this is strictly for the experts. The offshore wind will keep it glassy and lined up.

Another big one to circle on your calendar is the 7th of September, Monday morning. The swell jumps to 21 ft from the SSW with a 17-second period – that’s very long-period groundswell. The combined energy is a massive 24348. The wind is a clean cross-offshore from the WSW at 16 mph. This is a serious, heavy-duty swell. Again, only for experts, and given the long period and the size, it’s going to be a beast. The beach break setup might make it a bit unruly, but if you’ve got the skill, the power is there.

Later in the window, the 11th of September, Friday morning looks excellent. An 8 ft SW swell, 17-second period, and glassy conditions with a light offshore from the NW at 3 mph. The wave energy is 4431. This is a beautiful, clean, powerful swell that’s more manageable for good surfers, though still on the bigger side for beginners.

The second week sees a few more solid days, but the standout is the 7th of September. It’s a long way out, so treat it as promising, but the numbers are all pointing in the right direction. The 14th of September, Monday morning, also looks like a nice end to the run with an 8 ft SW swell, 15-second period, and a gentle offshore from the W at 9 mph.

There are a few gaps with no real recommendations, but the big swells keep coming through. Just remember, Middleton Beach is a very sheltered spot, so the swell direction needs to be right. The wind is the key here, and when it’s offshore, it’s worth the drive.

Stay safe out there, and keep an eye on that forecast for the 7th.

Rusty.

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