Sponge bay Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the menu for Sponge Bay over the next couple of weeks.

Right off the bat, we’ve got a bit of a mixed bag. The first few days are looking small but clean, with a real standout session on the cards for Friday the 28th. That morning, Sponge Bay is firing with a clean 4ft swell from the SE, period around 14 seconds, and a light offshore breeze from the north. The water’s about average for this time of year, so no nasty surprises there. The combined energy is moderate at 564 – not a massive thumping swell, but plenty of push for a longboard or a fun mid-length. The wind is off, the waves are clean, and it’s a fairly consistent little beach and reef setup. It’s not going to be a crowded circus, but you might have a few mates out.

The rest of the first week is a bit of a letdown. Wednesday the 26th has some small, clean waves early – 2ft from the SSE with a very long 18-second period – but it's a bit small for real excitement. By Thursday the 27th, the wind swings onshore and the swell jumps up to 4ft, but it’s messy and not worth paddling out for. The weekend from the 29th to the 31st is pretty flat or blown out. Monday the 31st is a write-off with a strong 28 mph cross-onshore wind and a messy 13ft swell – that's kitesurfing territory, not for a paddle.

Now, here’s the big one that’s been cooking in the background. Tuesday the 1st of September is looking absolutely massive. We’re talking an 18ft swell from the south, with a 14-second period, and the combined energy is a whopping 17794. That’s serious power. The wind is light and offshore, so it would be glassy perfection, but the truth is, that’s too much wave for Sponge Bay. It’s a beginner-friendly spot, and that size is purely for experts. If you’re a seasoned charger, it could be a wild day, but for most of us, it’s a day to watch from the shore.

After that, things settle down quickly. Wednesday the 2nd of September has a much more manageable 5ft swell from the SE with a clean offshore, and the energy is back to a moderate 491. That’s actually a solid option if you want to avoid the chaos of the day before. The following week, from the 3rd to the 10th of September, the surf stays small, mostly under 3ft, with occasional clean windows but nothing to get excited about. The 3rd and 4th have some clean, offshore mornings with long-period 16-second swell, but the size is just too small to really get going.

In summary, your best bet is Friday the 28th of August morning for a clean, fun-sized session. If you’re an expert, the 1st of September is a monster swell, but it’s a beast you’ll want to respect. The rest of the window is small and average, but the consistency is there, so it won’t be flat forever.

Rusty.

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