Point Annihilation Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, this is Rusty, and I’ve got a good look at the next couple of weeks for Point Annihilation. We’ve got a solid run of surf coming, but it’s got a few moods.

The water is sitting at 55°, which is a bit colder than normal for this time of year, so don’t be shy with the rubber.

The first real action kicks off on Friday, July 17th. We’re looking at a 5 ft swell from the SE, but get this – the period is 16 seconds. That’s proper groundswell, meaning it’s got that deep, organized energy. The morning is a total score with glassy conditions and a glassy surface. The combined energy is moderate (1445). This is the standout for the whole run. The swell direction is right for the spot, and with that offshore wind in the afternoon, it’s going to be clean. This is for experienced surfers, as it’s a solid size.

Saturday the 18th and Sunday the 19th will see the swell hang in there, but the wind turns cross-on. It’s still surfable, but you’ll be dealing with some wind bumps. Saturday morning at 5 ft, and Sunday morning cranking up to 7 ft. The period stays long, but that cross-on breeze will mess with the face.

Now, Monday the 20th to Tuesday the 21st is where it gets interesting again. Monday afternoon bumps up to 8 ft from the S with a 19-second period, and the combined energy jumps to 4190 – that’s strong, powerful surf. The wind is cross-shore, so it’s a bit tricky. But Tuesday, July 21st, is pure magic. The morning is glassy again with a 7 ft S swell, and the afternoon brings in a clean offshore breeze from the NE. That’s a day for the logbook.

After that, the swell drops off fast. Wednesday the 22nd and Thursday the 23rd are small and weak, with combined energy dropping below 300. The conditions are clean, but there’s just not enough push.

There’s a big gap of a few days of only small, weak surf. Then, look at Saturday, July 25th. The morning is a total wildcard: 10 ft from the SSW, but the period is a short 8 seconds. That’s a windswell. It’s glassy, so it’s an option for the experts only, but with that short period, it’ll be lumpy and fat at the point. The afternoon gets messy with 25 km/h cross-on wind.

The last week from July 27th onwards is back to small, clean conditions. Swell is around 3 ft to 4 ft, with some nice offshore and glassy windows. It’s great for a longboard or a funboard, but you won’t be getting any barrels.

So, the best bet is clear: Friday, July 17th, and Tuesday, July 21st. Those are the days to be in the water, full stop.

Rusty.

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