Temples Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s comin’ down the line for Temples.

We’ve got a run of solid SSW groundswell on the cards, and it’s gonna be a classic case of the long haul. The first few days are a bit of a tease, with some clean waves but not enough push to get the heart racing. The real action starts to build from Thursday the 30th onwards, and the standout window is going to be that weekend and into the start of the new week.

The water temp is about average for this time of year, so nothin’ to write home about there.

Tuesday 28th & Wednesday 29th July: Look, the surf is there, but it’s underwhelming. We’re lookin’ at 3ft to 4ft of SSW swell, with a period of 14 to 16 seconds – that’s proper groundswell, but it’s just too small. The wind is a steady offshore from the ESE, keepin’ it clean, but the energy is weak (around 647 to 847). The wave comment says “marginal,” and honestly, it’s a skippers’ session. Not worth paddlin’ out for unless you’re desperate.

Thursday 30th July: Now we’re talkin’. The swell bumps up to 5ft from the SSW, period holds at 15 seconds, and the combined energy is startin’ to hum (1261). Thursday morning is still a bit marginal, but the *afternoon* is where it flips. The wind goes light SE offshore, and the wave comment says “excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers.” This is the first real chance for a decent session.

Friday 31st July to Sunday 2nd August: This is the meat of the run. Friday holds 4ft of SSW swell with a 17-second period (energy 1458) and clean offshore winds. Saturday the 1st is a beauty – 5ft SSW swell in the morning, but the *afternoon* is the pick: 6ft of SSW swell with an 18-second period, energy of 2311, and the call is “excellent surf conditions.” The wind is light from the ESE and it’s glassy. Then Sunday the 2nd is the true standout. Swell jumps to 7ft from the SSW, period 17 seconds, and the combined energy is pumpin’ (2669-2848). The wind is a gentle offshore from the ESE. This is for the experienced crew only – 7ft is big, solid, and powerful. The waves will be clean, long lines, and the sets will be fat. This is the best of the first week.

Monday 3rd to Tuesday 4th August: The swell eases a touch to 6ft, but it’s still clean and good. The wind is light offshore, makin’ it a rippable day for anyone who’s comfortable in the 5ft+ range. Still a good option.

Wednesday 5th to Thursday 6th August: The swell gets a second wind. Wednesday morning sees a 5ft swell with a massive 20-second period, energy over 3000. The wind is offshore, so the waves will be long, clean, and powerful. Thursday the 6th is the next big standout. The swell hits 8ft from the SSW, period 17 seconds, energy over 3700, and the wind is offshore again. This is big, serious surf. Only for experts. The sets will be huge and the paddlin’ out will be a mission.

Friday 7th to Saturday 8th August: Friday holds 7ft-8ft, still good. But Saturday the 8th is the biggest of the whole run. The swell peaks at 10ft to 12ft from the SSW, with a 19-second period. The energy is off the charts (8314). This is massive, powerful, and dangerous. The wind is offshore, so the faces will be perfect, but this is for the absolute top tier of big-wave chargers. The marginal surf comment is a warning – this is not a fun day for the average surfer.

Sunday 9th to Wednesday 12th August: The swell slowly drops from 10ft down to 7ft. The wind is mostly offshore or cross-offshore. The energy is still high (1398 to 4701). It’s still good, solid surf, but it’s the tail end of the run. The waves will be a bit more unruly as the period drops to 13-16 seconds. Still plenty of fun for the experienced crew, but the magic of that first weekend is gone.

The Bottom Line: The best on offer is Sunday 2nd August and Thursday 6th August. Sunday 2nd is the pick of the first week – solid 7ft, clean, offshore, and consistent. Thursday 6th is the big-hitter of the second week – 8ft, long period, and firing. Both are for experienced surfers only. The crowds at Temples are “sometimes” a problem, so on these standout days, expect a few folks out. Get in early.

Rusty.

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