Middleton Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, Rusty here. Looks like we’re in for a bit of a mixed bag ahead, but there’s a couple of proper sessions to get excited about if you’re patient. The first week’s a write-off for decent surf, but the second half of the forecast period has some real promise, especially for the experienced crew.

Kicking off at Middleton Beach, and honestly, the first few days are a no-go. Saturday the 5th has a 7ft SSW swell, but with a cross-off wind and only marginal conditions, it’s not worth suiting up. The water’s sitting at 64°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year. Sunday the 6th through to Thursday the 11th is a total gap – poor conditions, strong cross-onshore winds, and choppy, lumpy surfaces. The swell energy is there, with values like 2573 (moderate) up to 7907 (strong), but the wind just ruins it.

Friday the 11th afternoon shows a little flicker of hope. A 4ft SW swell with a period of 19 seconds – that’s proper long-period groundswell – and a gentle offshore wind from the WNW. Expect clean, glassy conditions, though the swell’s a bit small. The energy is moderate (1902). This is more of a longboard or funboard wave, but it’s clean.

Saturday the 12th morning is where it starts to get interesting. A 7ft SW swell, 16-second period, and moderate offshore wind from the WNW. The energy is moderate (2713), and the forecast suggests very good conditions. This is the first standout. The break is very sheltered, so it’ll need that swell direction to line up, but the offshore wind will keep it clean. Crowds are possible, so expect some company.

Sunday the 13th is blown out – strong breezes, 25 mph winds, even though the swell is 8ft. Skip it.

Now, Monday the 14th morning is the real gem. An 12ft SW swell, 15-second period, with only a light breeze from the north. The energy is strong (4786), and the forecast says excellent conditions for experienced surfers. That’s over 8ft, so it’s for experts only. The period is long, so it’ll be a proper groundswell – best if it hits a point or reef, but at a very sheltered beach, expect it to wall up. Clean, powerful, and worth the wait.

Tuesday the 15th morning holds another good one – 10ft SSW swell, 14-second period, gentle offshore wind from the WNW. Energy is moderate (3273), and the conditions are very good again. Another strong day for the experienced crew.

Wednesday the 16th drops back to 8ft, but the wind is light cross-onshore, so it’s a bit less clean. The rest of that week fades into marginal or poor conditions, with strong winds returning.

Then, Saturday the 19th morning – hold onto your board. A massive 18ft SW swell, 15-second period, with a strong offshore wind from the WNW. Energy is through the roof at 12384 (very strong). That’s a heavy, powerful swell, only for the most experienced. The wind is offshore but strong, making it clean but hard to paddle into. Sunday the 20th morning is another standout – 10ft SW swell, 14-second period, moderate offshore wind, and excellent conditions again. Energy is strong (5979).

So, the best of the lot? Monday the 14th morning and Saturday the 19th morning. The 14th has the cleanest offshore wind with a solid 12ft groundswell, and the 19th has the biggest swell of the period, but the wind is more aggressive. Both are expert-only. The 12th and 15th mornings are your next best bets for good, clean waves.

Stay safe, and don’t be a hero on that 18ft day unless you’ve got the skills.

Rusty.

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