Newport - The Peak Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, this is Rusty. Let's have a look at what's on the cards for the Newport area.

Alright, Newport - The Peak. This spot is a reef break, so it's got a bit of a reputation. It's a fairly consistent one, but it's for the advanced crew only. The water temp is sitting around 65°, which is about normal for this time of year, so nothing wild there.

We've got a bit of a slow start. Wednesday the 29th is a total washout, with tiny, weak 0.7ft south swell and a wonky period. Honestly, not worth paddling out for. The energy is a measly 28. So, we're kicking things off on Thursday the 30th. The morning looks promising with a clean 6ft swell from the south, a 9-second period, and a cross-offshore wind. That's got some moderate energy in the water (621). It's a solid wave, but at 6ft, it's getting a bit much for the learners. The afternoon turns into a choppy mess, so get out early.

Friday the 31st morning is a real standout. We're looking at 7ft of south swell, a 10-second period, and a cross-offshore breeze. The energy is strong (858), and it's going to be clean. The afternoon, again, gets ruined by the wind shift. Saturday the 1st of August starts with a glassy morning, 5ft south swell, and a 10-second period. Light offshore winds will have it looking like a picture. The combined energy is moderate (505). Just watch the crowds, as this spot can get packed.

Sunday the 2nd of August is another morning session. Clean 5ft swell from the south-southeast, with a long 12-second period, giving it some real push (614 energy). That longer period will make for some nice, lined-up waves, but it might break a little straight at times. The 12th of August is where things get serious. Wednesday morning, we're looking at a pumping 8ft south swell with a glassy surface. The energy is huge (1393). This is for the experienced crew only. The following morning, Thursday the 13th, is a proper big swell event: 12ft from the south with clean offshore winds. That's 2212 energy, and it's a serious, expert-only day.

The best of the bunch? I'd have to say the morning of Friday the 31st of July. That 7ft of south swell with the cross-offshore wind is going to be firing and clean. The other absolute standout is that Wednesday the 12th of August morning. The glassy conditions on that 8ft swell are a rare treat, but it's a heavy one.

There are a few gaps in the action. After the 4th of August, there's a lull until the morning of the 5th, and then again after the 9th until the 11th of August. It's not a total blank, but there are a couple of quieter days in there.

Rusty.

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