Pobbles Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright surfers, Rusty here. Let’s be straight with you – this outlook for Pobbles Beach is a tough one. We’re looking at a long 16-day window, and honestly, the first week is pretty much a write-off. The good news doesn’t really start showing up until we hit August, and even then, it’s a mixed bag. So, if you’re looking for a clean wave right now, you might want to take the week off.

We kick things off with the first recommendation coming in on Saturday, July 26. The water is sitting at 69°F – that’s much warmer than usual for this time of year, so at least you won’t need a thick suit. But that’s where the positivity ends for a while. The morning has a 6ft swell from the W, but with a short, weak 7-second period and a cross-offshore wind of 19 mph, the combined energy is weak (279). The surf report calls it poor, and I’m not one to argue. The afternoon is similar with a 5ft swell. This trend of poor, choppy, cross-shore conditions sticks with us right through the end of July and into the start of August. There’s a couple of mornings with glassy conditions (like Saturday, August 1 and Sunday, August 2), but the swell is tiny – down to 1ft – so it’s not going to get you wet.

Now, the real story starts around Tuesday, August 4. We get a jump in energy with a 5ft swell from the WSW, but it’s all cross-onshore and lumpy. The combined energy is moderate (442) but the quality is completely shot. You’ll see similar sized, messy swell roll through Wednesday, August 5 as well. Don't bother.

Finally, we get a glimmer of hope on Thursday, August 6. The morning brings a solid 6ft groundswell from the WSW, with the combined energy building to a moderate (398). The wind shifts to a light cross-offshore from the NNE at 9 mph, and the report says clean conditions. This is our first genuine standout of the period. The swell is still a bit on the bigger side at 6ft – a touch chunky for beginners, but a fun size for anyone with a bit of experience. The 8-second period isn't ground-breaking, but it’s enough to push some decent lines.

But hold onto your boards, because the absolute best day on offer is Saturday, August 8. This is the one to circle on your calendar. We’re looking at a strong 8ft groundswell from the SW with a 9-second period. The combined energy is a hefty (931) – you’ll feel that power. And here’s the kicker: a 0 mph wind. Glassy, calm conditions. That’s a rare treat for Pobbles Beach. This is a big swell for a spot like this, so make no mistake – this is strictly for the experienced crew. Beginners should sit this one out (it’s over 5ft). The afternoon will see the swell drop to 6ft with a cross-shore wind crinkling it up, so make your move in the morning.

The last bit of the forecast fades out with smaller, weaker swell and deteriorating wind again.

So, to keep it simple: the first week is a dud. The week of August 6th has some potential, and the absolute standout window is the morning of Saturday, August 8. Get on it if you can handle a 8ft clean swell.

Rusty

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