Ruby Bay Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let's talk surf. Or, the lack of it. We've got a long, flat stretch ahead for Ruby Bay, so don't get too stoked just yet. The first week and a half is basically a write-off. You're looking at tiny dribbles and glassy mornings that are better for a paddle than a ride.

The first real sign of life pops up on Saturday the 9th. There's a small groundswell, maybe 2ft, but the energy is weak, just a blip on the radar. The wind is glassy though, so it'll be clean, but there's just no push. It's a "check it from the car" kind of day.

That fades fast, and we're back to flatness from the 10th through the 13th. Energy readings are in the dirt. Don't bother.

Now, for the one thing that stands out in this whole window: Tuesday afternoon, the 11th of August. The swell jumps to a solid 6-7ft from the north, with a 7-second period and a strong energy reading of 408. That's the most powerful swell we see. But, and there's always a but, the wind is cross-onshore from the east-southeast. That's going to chop it up. It might be a bit of a mess, but at a point break, you might find some shelter. It's the biggest option we've got, but it's not clean. If the wind was offshore, this would be the one. As it is, it's a maybe.

And that's it. From the 12th through the 19th, it's dead flat again. A few glassy moments will keep the water pretty, but there's no surf. There's a tiny, long-period swell (14 seconds) showing up on the 19th, but it's only a foot. A long period at a point can be nice, but not with no size.

So, the long and short of it is: this is a two-week period with very little to get excited about. The best bet, if you're desperate, is that Tuesday the 11th, but don't expect perfection. Water temp is about normal for this time of year. It's a frustrating run, but it happens. Forecasts change, so stay hopeful, but plan for flatness.

Rusty, out.

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