Middleton Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

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

We’ve got a bit of a slow start, but once it kicks off, it’s going to be a proper run of solid, powerful swell. The water’s sitting at 65° – a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, which is a nice bonus.

First up, Monday the 3rd of August. Middleton Beach is showing some 5ft SW groundswell with a 16-second period. That’s a long-period, clean, punchy swell. Wind is a cross-off from the NNW at 9 mph, keeping things tidy. The combined energy is moderate (1273). It’s not huge, but it’s clean, and the break is inconsistent – so you’ll need some patience. Still, a decent little session to start the week.

Tuesday the 4th is where things get serious. The swell jumps to 10ft from the SW, 17-second period, with offshore wind from the W at 16 mph. That’s big, powerful, and clean. Combined energy is strong (5322). This is only for experienced surfers – over 8ft, so beginners should sit this one out. The break is often crowded, so expect company.

Wednesday the 5th holds 13ft from the SSW, but the wind swings cross-on from the S and ENE, introducing small ripples. The energy is very strong (8370), but the quality drops. Not the pick of the week.

Thursday the 6th afternoon looks better again: 10ft SW swell, 16-second period, cross-off wind from the W at 9 mph, clean. Strong energy (5011). Another one for the experienced crew.

Friday the 7th morning is a standout: 12ft SW, 15-second period, offshore wind from the WNW at 12 mph, clean. Energy is strong (5549). This is well-shaped, powerful, and clean. The crowds will be there, but it’s worth it.

Saturday the 8th is massive. 21ft SW swell on the afternoon, 16-second period, cross-off wind from the WSW at 19 mph. The combined energy is extreme (38368). This is a serious, big-wave day – only for experts. The setup is a beach break, so with that long period, it might be a bit too straight and heavy. Could be more interesting for kite surfers than paddle surfing.

Sunday the 9th morning: 20ft SW, 16-second period, offshore wind from the W at 16 mph. Energy is extreme (28284). Still huge, still clean, still only for the brave.

Monday the 10th morning: 16ft SSW, 15-second period, fresh offshore from the WNW at 22 mph. Energy is very strong (20257). Clean and powerful, but the wind is strong enough to make paddling a challenge.

The rest of the week from the 11th to the 13th keeps pumping 13ft to 23ft SW swell, with clean conditions and strong to extreme energy. The break is inconsistent, so you’ll be waiting for sets, but when they come, they’ll be big.

From the 14th onward, the swell drops back. Friday the 14th has a 4ft SSW swell with a very long 20-second period, but cross-shore wind and light energy (2523). Not great.

Saturday the 15th has 10ft SSW swell, but onshore wind from the E at 9 mph – messy.

Sunday the 16th afternoon is a nice little finisher: 8ft SSW swell, 16-second period, cross-off wind from the NNW at 6 mph, clean. Combined energy is moderate (2857). Expect very good surf conditions. The break is inconsistent, so you’ll still need to be patient, but it’s clean and fun.

The standout window is Tuesday the 4th through Monday the 10th of August – that’s where the true power and quality sit. The best single session is probably Thursday the 6th afternoon or Friday the 7th morning: big, clean, offshore, and consistent enough to get some proper waves. Crowds will be likely, but it’s worth the squeeze.

Rusty.

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