Temples Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get into the long-range outlook for this little slice of the ocean.

We’ve got a slow start, but don’t lose hope. The first few days of the period are a bit of a tease—there’s swell on the charts, but it’s pretty unsurfable due to the conditions. It’s not until the end of the month that things start to wake up, and by the time we hit August, we’re looking at a proper run of good waves. This is a classic setup for a reef and point break, so patience is key.

The first real standout in the forecast comes on Friday, 31 July. That morning, Temples will be seeing a solid 4ft swell pumping in from the SSW, with a *very long period* of 17 seconds. That’s proper groundswell, packing a punch with moderate energy. The wind is offshore from the SE, keeping things clean. This is the kind of day where the lines just stack up, and the point starts to exhale. The water temp is about average for the time of year, so you won’t need a thick suit.

But the real highlight, the one you’ll want to circle in red, is Sunday, 2 August. The swell is pushing up to 7ft from the SSW, with a 17-second period. That’s some serious, powerful juice. The wind is offshore and light, glassy in the morning. Temples will be handling this size beautifully, but listen—this is *advanced* territory. At 7ft, it’s not for the faint of heart. The sets will be long and clean, but the reef and point setup will make for some hollow, fast walls. Crowds are *sometimes* an issue here, so get in early if you want a piece. This is as good as it gets in this window.

The second week, from the 5th to the 11th, keeps the dream alive. The swell hangs around 6ft to 10ft, all with that favorable SSW direction and offshore winds. The week of the 9th and 10th August sees the biggest push of the whole period, with 10ft swell. That’s heavy, serious water. Only for the experienced crew. The period dips a little, but it’s still consistent.

So, to wrap it up: the first few days are a write-off. The last week of July gives you a taste, but the first weekend of August is the one. And the second week of August is a solid, reliable run for the confident surfer. Sunday, 2 August is the pick of the bunch.

Rusty.

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