Oceanic Pier Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming down the line for Oceanic Pier.

Honestly, it’s a pretty grim stretch ahead. We’re looking at a solid run of tiny, weak surf with almost nothing worth paddling out for. The first week and a half is basically a write-off with no real recommendations until the middle of the second week. From now through to the 12th of July, it’s all poor conditions with barely any energy in the water. That’s a long dry spell.

The first flicker of life shows up on Monday the 13th of July. The swell bumps up a little to 3ft from the SE, and the combined swell energy climbs into moderate territory at 102. The morning is clean with a light cross-offshore breeze. Then in the afternoon, things get interesting – the wind goes glassy, the swell holds at 2ft from the SE with a period of 10 seconds, and energy is at 111. That’s about as good as it gets this whole forecast. The waves will be small and clean with a little more push than we’ve seen. The water temp is sitting at 82°F which is about normal for this time of year. Being a beach/pier setup, that glassy afternoon session is where you want to be.

Don’t get too excited though – after that brief tease, it’s back to tiny, weak dribble from the 14th right through to the 20th. Swell is mostly 0.7ft to 2ft, periods short, and energy drops back to weak. Winds are generally cross-offshore or cross but the surf just isn’t there.

So the standout window is really Monday the 13th of July, especially that glassy afternoon. It’s not going to blow anyone away, but after a week and a half of nothing, it’s the only game in town. Crowds are possible there, and given how poor everything else is, you can bet a few folks will be keen.

Stay patient, keep an eye on the forecasts – things can change.

Rusty.

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