Noises Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's talk about the next couple of weeks for this spot. It's a real rollercoaster, with a solid reef break that's going to see a lot of action, but the weather's going to be the main character for a while.

The overall story is a big, powerful swell that gets hammered by wind, before finally settling into a clean, dreamy window. There are a couple of standout days hidden in there, but you gotta be patient.

First up, we're looking at Noises. This is an exposed reef break, consistent and always ready to handle a good swell. Water temp is about what you'd expect for this time of year, no big anomaly there.

The first real chance to get a wave is Sunday, August 2nd. The morning shows a solid 11.5ft SW swell (13-second period) with a clean cross-offshore breeze from the NE at 12 mph. The wave energy is pumping at 3936, which is a sign of serious power. It's a big wave, but the conditions are clean. The afternoon gets even better – the wind drops to 6 mph, and the swell holds at 10ft. The energy is still strong (4148). This is excellent for experienced surfers. The sets will be long and powerful, just what this reef likes.

Monday, August 3rd, the swell drops to 6ft, but the wind gets cranky. The morning is a cross-offshore breeze, but it's up to 19 mph, making things choppy. The 6ft SW swell has a very long 15-second period, which is great for shape, but the wind will mess it up. By afternoon, it's a cross-shore disaster with 22 mph winds and a lumpy 16-second period. Not a good day for it.

Tuesday, August 4th, is a total washout. We've got a massive 16.5ft WSW swell with a 17-second period, but it's getting hammered by onshore winds. The wave energy is astronomical at 14231, but it's just a messy, dangerous wall of water. Stay on the beach.

Wednesday, August 5th is a weird one. The swell is still huge at 16.5ft, and the wind is onshore, but the score is a 7. The energy is massive (12066). This is a "marginal" call, which usually means there are deep, heavy barrels to be had, but you'll be fighting the wind. This is for the absolute nutters only. The afternoon is the same story with a 16.5ft WSW swell and a light onshore breeze.

Thursday, August 6th is a step down but still a mess. 13ft to 15ft WS swells, but with a fresh cross-shore wind that's going to destroy the face. It's big, it's lumpy, and it's a 6 out of 10. Pass.

Friday, August 7th through to Tuesday, August 11th is a total write-off. The wind is relentless – gale-force cross-onshore and onshore winds. The swell is huge, often over 15ft, and the energy is off the charts (up to 28296 on the 8th). This is way too big and blown out for any kind of safe paddle surfing. This setup honestly looks more interesting for a kite surfer than a surfer with a paddle.

Now, for the light at the end of the tunnel. Wednesday, August 12th, the pattern shifts. The morning is a dream. Glassy conditions with a light ENE breeze, and a 11.5ft SW swell with a 14-second period. The energy is a solid 4619. This is excellent for experienced surfers. The afternoon stays light, with a small cross-onshore ripple, but it'll still be fun.

Thursday, August 13th is my pick of the whole run. The morning is exceptional for experts. An 11.5ft SW swell, 16-second period, and a clean cross-offshore breeze from the NNE at 9 mph. The energy is 7007. This is a proper groundswell on a reef with perfect wind. The waves will be powerful, hollow, and lined up. A true stand-out session.

Friday, August 14th is another solid morning. Clean cross-offshore breeze from the NE, 11.5ft WSW swell (15-second period), and moderate energy at 5039. Exceptional conditions for those who know what they're doing.

The weekend of August 15th and 16th sees the swell start to drop, but we get some nice windows. Saturday morning is a clean 7ft, but with a cross-on breeze. Sunday, August 16th is a big comeback. The morning shows a 15ft WSW swell (16-second period) and a light cross-shore wind. The energy is

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