Tamarama Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the table for the next couple of weeks at Tamarama Reef. Gotta be straight with you—it’s a slow start, and the first few days are a write-off. We’re looking at a stretch of tiny, poor surf from now until Wednesday morning, with nothing worth paddling out for. That’s a solid three-day gap of flat, messy conditions.

Things start to change on Thursday, July 30th, and that’s where we get our first real standout. Thursday morning is looking like the pick of the early period. We’ve got a clean 6 ft swell rolling in from the south, with a moderate combined wave energy (827). The wind is a gentle offshore breeze from the WSW, which is going to keep things clean. This is a solid reef break wave, but at 6 ft, it’s getting a bit punchy for beginners—you’ll want some experience under your belt. The swell is a short period, though, so it’ll be a bit walled up and quick.

Friday, July 31st, sees the swell bump up to 7 ft from the south, with strong energy (1232 in the morning). The wind is cross-shore in the morning, which is okay, but the afternoon gets a bit of a cross-onshore chop. This is expert territory at that size. The long period (10 seconds) will give it some push, but it’s a beachbreak-style reef, so it might be a bit straight.

The next real highlight is Sunday, August 2nd. The morning is looking prime. We’ve got a clean 4 ft swell from the SSE, with a long period of 12 seconds, giving it some real groundswell grunt and energy (508). The wind is light offshore from the NNW. This is a great combo for a reef break—clean, lined-up waves. If you can get out there, it’s going to be a treat.

After that, things get messy again with onshore winds and smaller surf through the week. The next potential gem is Saturday, August 8th. That morning is another standout—clean, 6 ft from the SE with a moderate period (9 seconds) and strong energy (762). The wind is light offshore from the NNW. Looks like a solid, clean Saturday session for the more experienced crew.

Water temp is sitting at 64°F, which is about average for this time of year, no surprises there.

The long-range into the second week is a bit of a mixed bag. Sunday, August 9th morning has another clean 6 ft from the SE on offer, but it’s further out so keep an eye on the forecasts. The rest of the week looks like it fades back into small, windy junk.

So, the best of the best? Thursday morning, July 30th for the first solid clean swell, and Sunday morning, August 2nd for that lovely long-period groundswell with offshore winds. If you’re an experienced surfer, Saturday morning, August 8th is also one to circle.

Stay safe out there, and don’t get caught inside on the big ones.

Rusty.

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