Riet River Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s talk about this stretch at Riet River. This is a classic point break that needs a solid SSW swell to light up, and when it gets it, it can be something special. It’s a spot that’s inconsistent, so you have to be patient, but when it’s on, it’s worth the wait. The water is sitting at 63°, which is a good 5° colder than usual for this time of year, so that’s a proper winter chill you’ll feel.

The first real action is Thursday, July 9th. We’re looking at a solid 10-foot SSW swell rolling in with a 12-second period, packing a whopping 2735 combined energy. That’s a lot of power. The wind is offshore in the morning, but it’s a strong 16 mph, which will keep it clean but be ready for a bit of a battle. This is a big, powerful wave for experienced surfers only. The afternoon stays clean but the wind goes cross-off, so it’s still rideable.

Friday, July 10th, is the standout. The swell is still a meaty 10-foot from the SSW, but the period has stretched to 13 seconds, giving it even more grunt. The combined energy is a massive 3521. And the wind? Offshore all morning at 12 mph. This is the best on offer: big, clean, powerful point-break waves. It’s a serious session for the experienced crew only. The afternoon eases off a bit with lighter wind, still cross-off at 9 mph, but the swell is still solid.

Saturday, July 11th, the wind turns onshore from the ESE, and the swell drops to 8 feet. The combined energy is still good at 1993, but the onshore wind is going to chop it up. It’s not a total write-off, but it’s not the day to call in sick.

From Sunday, July 12th, through to Tuesday, July 14th, the surf drops off significantly. The swell fades down to 4 feet or less, and the wind is consistently cross-onshore, making for choppy, lumpy conditions. There’s not much to get excited about here.

Then things get interesting again on Thursday, July 16th. A new 10-foot SW swell arrives with a shorter 9-second period, but it’s packing 1900 energy. The wind is fresh offshore from the west at 22 mph, so it’s clean but wild. The afternoon is a bit more manageable with a cross-off wind, but still big and powerful. This is another one for the experts.

Friday, July 17th, the wind swings onshore again, and the swell drops to 7 feet, but it’s a messy onshore wind, so it’s a pass.

Wait for it… Tuesday, July 21st, is the real sleeper. The afternoon brings a 6-foot SSW swell with a very long 15-second period, and the combined energy is 1470. The wind is a light cross-off from the SSW at only 3 mph, making for glassy, clean conditions. That long-period groundswell is going to wrap perfectly around the point, giving some long, clean lines. This is the second standout session, and it’s a proper point-break day.

The following days, Wednesday and Thursday, July 22nd and 23rd, have some smaller 5-foot to 5-foot waves, but the wind is a bit mixed. Wednesday afternoon looks clean with light offshore winds, so it’s a good option for a mellow session.

Finally, Friday, July 24th, is a beautiful little day. The swell drops to 3 feet, but the wind is dead calm, glassy as a lake. The combined energy is only 326, so it’s small, but it’s perfect for a longboard or a fun log. The afternoon is the same, glassy and clean. A nice way to end the week.

So, for the best waves, set your sights on Friday, July 10th, for the big, powerful, clean SSW swell, and Tuesday, July 21st, for the long-period groundswell in glassy conditions. Both are for experienced surfers, but they’ll be the ones you remember.

Rusty.

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