Oceanside Pier Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s break down the next couple of weeks in the old units.

We’re starting off with a bit of a tease. The surf is in the water, but tide and shape are keeping it from being a proper go. It’s not a complete bust, but you’ll be working for it.

This Saturday, the 25th of July, we’ve got a clean 3ft swell from the SSW with a very long 21-second period. That’s a proper groundswell, so the points and reefs will be the spots to look at, not the open beach. The combined wave energy is moderate (911). The wind is light from the SW, so it’s holding an onshore texture, but it’s light enough to keep things rideable. It’s a marginal call, but if you’re at Oceanside Pier, the water temp is about average for the time of year.

Sunday the 26th bumps up to 4ft from the SW, period dropping to 19 seconds. Still a solid groundswell, and the energy is still moderate (926). The morning is clear with light wind from the SSW. It’s still a “maybe” rather than a “must-go.”

Monday the 27th sees the swell push to 4ft from the SSW with an 18-second period. The combined energy gets into the strong range (1149). The wind is a gentle breeze at 9 mph from the SW, still onshore. There’s some decent power, but it’s not quite clicking.

Tuesday the 28th peaks the swell at 5ft from the SSW, period 17 seconds, and the energy is strong (1176). The wind stays a gentle onshore breeze. This is the biggest of the run, but the quality is still limited.

After that, it’s a slow fade. Wednesday the 29th is 4ft, and the period starts coming down. The energy stays moderate to strong, but the marginal tag sticks.

The best of a so-so bunch is Thursday afternoon, July 30th. The swell hits 6ft from the S, period 14 seconds, and the energy is strong (1234). The wind is light from the WSW. It’s the biggest wave we’ll see, but it’s not a classic.

Friday the 31st holds at 6ft from the S, but the period is short at 14 seconds, and the energy is very strong (1504). That’s a heavy, short-period swell, which usually means lumpy and tough. The wind is light, so it’s not a total loss, but it’s for the experienced crew. Beginners should stay out, as 6ft is too big.

Then we hit a dead zone. Saturday, August 1st, the swell drops to 5ft, and the energy is fading. From Sunday the 2nd onward, it’s tiny. Monday the 3rd through to Sunday the 9th of August is a long stretch of poor surf. The swell is small, the energy is weak (down to triple digits), and the wind often turns into a gentle cross-onshore breeze making it choppy. No recommendations for over a week.

So, the honest truth? This is a short, average window. The best shot is Thursday afternoon, July 30th for the size, but it’s not a day to write home about. After that, it’s a long wait. Forecasts can change, so don’t give up, but for now, this isn’t a standout.

Rusty.

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