Pea Break Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Right then, let’s have a look at what Pea Break has in store for us. This is a tricky reef setup that needs the right conditions, and the next couple of weeks are a real mixed bag, so we’ll have to pick our moments.

The first few days are a write-off with poor surf and strong, messy winds. It’s not until Monday 6th July that we see something worthwhile. The water temp is sitting around 67°, which is about normal for the time of year, so nothing unusual there.

Monday morning brings a clean, glassy feel with offshore winds from the SSE at 19 mph. We’ve got a solid 11.5 ft swell coming from the WSW with a long period of 15 seconds. The combined energy is pumping at 5169 (moderate-to-strong), but with the swell size this big, it’s only for advanced and expert surfers. Monday afternoon turns it up a notch – still 11.5 ft, same direction, but the wind drops to a moderate 12 mph offshore and the energy jumps to 6098. This is the standout for the near term: powerful, clean, and groomed by offshore winds.

Tuesday 7th July morning is another ripper. Clear skies, a gentle 9 mph offshore from the ESE, with the same 11.5 ft SW swell and a period of 16 seconds. The energy is still strong at 6017. It’s going to be big and serious, but absolutely pristine. Expect some crowds here as it’s a known spot, but the quality will be worth it.

Wednesday 8th July still has plenty of size, 11.5 ft from the WSW with a very long period of 17 seconds, but the wind swings cross-on. It’s clean enough for the experienced crew, but not the same perfection as the previous days.

After a few days of lumpy onshore junk, we get a massive pulse on Saturday 11th July. A 16 ft swell from the SW with a period of 15-16 seconds and energy readings in the 10,000+ range – that’s strong to very strong. The wind is cross-off and moderate, so it’s clean, but this is huge. Only for the most experienced. Sunday 12th July afternoon looks exceptional too, with a 11.5 ft, 17-second swell from the S-SW, gentle offshore winds, and energy at 8067. Clean, powerful, and for experts only.

The following week stays promising. From Monday 13th to Tuesday 14th July, we get a drop in size to a more manageable 6.6 ft to 8.2 ft, with long periods and light offshore or glassy winds. Tuesday afternoon is pure gold – glassy conditions with 8.2 ft from the SW. This is the best for a wider range of skilled surfers.

After that, from Wednesday 15th July, the wind turns nasty again with onshore blows, killing the quality for a few days. There’s a glimmer on Friday 17th July with a clean 11.5 ft swell, but it’s marginal due to conditions. The swell then fades and the winds mess things up into the final weekend.

So, bottom line: the absolute best on offer is Monday 6th July afternoon and Tuesday 7th July morning for the big, clean, powerful stuff. If you want something slightly smaller and still perfect, Tuesday 14th July afternoon with the glassy conditions is your pick. Get on it.

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