Middleton Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Righto, let’s have a look at what’s comin’ down the pipe for Middleton Beach. There’s a bit of a wait, mind you, so don’t go rushin’ down there just yet.

The first couple of days, Monday the 10th and Tuesday the 11th of August, are a bit of a write-off. Sure, there’s plenty of size – we’re talkin’ 13 ft to 20 ft of SW to SSW swell with heaps of energy (7175 to 17204), but the wind is howlin’ cross-off from the west and southwest at 19 to 25 mph. It’s blowin’ like crazy, and the tide and conditions are just messy. That’s a pass from me, unless you’re a masochist or just wanna watch the show.

Wednesday the 12th and Thursday the 13th are a little better. Still big, with 13 ft to 15 ft of SSW swell, but the wind drops right back. Thursday morning is the real standout here – a gentle offshore breeze from the WNW at 9 mph, and you’ve got 13 ft SSW swell with a long 16-second period. The water’s about 65°, which is 4° warmer than usual, so it’s actually pretty pleasant for a winter dip. The energy is massive (8001), and it’s marked as excellent for experienced surfers. This is big, powerful groundswell – the kind that needs a point or reef to hold its shape. Middleton’s a beach, so it might be a bit straight and heaving, but for those who can handle it, Thursday morning is the pick of the first week.

From Friday the 14th through to the end of the third week, the swell settles into the 5 ft to 12 ft range, mostly from the SW. Winds are a mixed bag – some clean cross-off mornings, some choppy afternoons. Nothing really jumps out as a must-surf session, but there are plenty of clean windows for a decent paddle if you’re keen. The energy is moderate (1380 to 6041).

Now, lookin’ further out, the tail end of the forecast period has a couple of proper standouts. Monday the 25th of August – that’s the one. You’ve got a fresh offshore from the WNW at 22 mph, with a solid 16 ft SSW swell, 17-second period, and energy through the roof (13737). That’s a powerful, clean beast for experts only. The water’s still that warmer-than-normal 65°, which is a bonus. If you can wait that long and you’ve got the skills, that morning is the absolute best of the whole outlook. Just be aware, it’s a long-range call, so don’t book the time off just yet.

Also worth a mention, the afternoon of Tuesday the 24th and the morning of Wednesday the 19th have some nice clean offshore windows with 8 ft to 12 ft SW swell – solid, fun, and manageable for a wider range of surfers.

There are gaps of a few days here and there with no real recommendations, but overall, Middleton Beach has enough consistent pulses to keep you checking the forecast. If you’re after that one perfect session, keep your eyes on Thursday the 13th and that big Monday the 25th.

Rusty.

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