Popoyo Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G'day, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's coming up for Popoyo.

Alright, so the next few weeks are a bit of a mixed bag. We've got some solid swell pulses on the way, but the wind is gonna be the main talking point. It's not going to be a total write-off, but you'll need to pick your moments.

The forecast kicks off with a bit of a slow start. Wednesday the 22nd has a small 2ft SW groundswell, but the wind is a fresh 22 mph, which will keep things a bit bumpy. Not worth paddling out for.

Thursday the 23rd is even smaller, with a 2ft SW swell. The wind is still strong and cross-off, so it's a no-go.

Friday the 24th is where we start to see a bit of life. The swell picks up to 2ft from the SW, and the wind swings offshore in the morning. It's a moderate breeze, so it'll be clean but a little lumpy. The wave energy is moderate (867). It's a marginal call, but the morning session could be worth a look if you're itching for a paddle.

Saturday the 25th is the first real standout. The swell bumps up to 3ft from the SW, and with a light offshore wind, it's going to be clean. The combined energy is strong (1089), and with a long period of 21 seconds, this is a groundswell that will have some punch. The morning is the call here. Remember, with that long period, it might be a bit straight at times, but Popoyo is a reef, so it should handle it well. Crowds are possible, but it's a Saturday, so get in early.

Sunday the 26th looks poor. The swell is a bit bigger at 4ft, but the wind is a strong 25 mph cross-off, making for messy conditions.

Now, here's where it gets interesting. From Monday the 27th through to Tuesday the 29th, we have a consistent run of SW swell in the 5ft to 5ft range. The energy is very strong, hitting over 1300. The period drops a bit, but it's still solid groundswell. The wind is the problem – it's a fresh breeze, mostly cross-off. However, Wednesday the 29th morning is the pick of this bunch. The swell is 5ft from the SW, and the wind is offshore and moderate. It'll be clean, powerful, and with that size, it's best for intermediate to experienced surfers. This is a standout session.

The swell drops off from Thursday the 30th onwards. By Friday the 31st, we're back to 3ft, and the wind is still strong. The rest of the first week of August looks weak, with small swells and persistent cross-off winds. The combined energy drops below 300, and the winds are strong.

So, to sum it up: your best bet is Saturday the 25th morning for a clean, fun size swell, and Wednesday the 29th morning for a bigger, more powerful session. The rest of the time, you're fighting the wind or the lack of swell.

Rusty.

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