Terra Mar Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s take a look at what’s coming up for our local stretch.

First thing you need to know: the next week and a half is a bit of a battle. The swell is there, but it's not lining up right. We’ve got a long period groundswell from the SSW pushing through, with combined energy reaching as high as 1111 (moderate to strong), but the wind is onshore or cross-onshore almost the entire time. That’s going to make it messy and lumpy, not the clean, lined-up waves we want. The water temp is sitting around average for this time of year, nothing wild.

The only real window to get excited about is the very start, Tuesday July 28th and Wednesday July 29th. On Tuesday, we’re looking at a 4ft swell from the SSW with a long 17-second period, and combined energy of 1064 in the morning. The wind is onshore, so it won’t be glassy, but it’s manageable. Wednesday drops a little to 4ft to 4ft, still from the SSW, but the wind is lighter. This is the pick of the bunch.

For the standout, I’d point you to Terra Mar (point break). It’s a fairly consistent point break, exposed to the swell, and the optimum direction is WSW. The swell is coming from the SSW, which is close enough to get some good lines wrapping in. The long period (16-17 seconds) is a bonus – it’ll bring more energy and shape, especially on a point break. Expect chest to head high waves. The crowds are listed as "sometimes," so you might have a few others out, but it won’t be a circus. The difficulty is beginner, so it’s a good spot for all levels, but don’t expect it to be perfect with that onshore breeze.

After Wednesday, Thursday July 30th through Saturday August 1st, the swell drops a touch and the wind gets more cross-onshore. The surf will be weaker and more crumbly, with wave energy falling to around 850-569. It’s still rideable, but not worth rushing for.

Then from Sunday August 2nd all the way through to Wednesday August 12th, the surf takes a serious dive. We’re talking tiny waves, 1ft to 3ft, with poor surf conditions and energy readings dropping to between 93 and 462. That’s a long stretch of flat to weak, sloppy surf. The wind is still onshore or cross-onshore for most of it. Honestly, this is a 10-day gap where you’re better off waxing your board at home or doing something else. The forecasts can change, but for now, it’s looking like a proper lull.

So, to wrap it up: your best shot is Tuesday July 28th and Wednesday July 29th at Terra Mar. It’s not perfect, but it’s the only game in town with some size and energy. Get on it early, because after that, the surf goes quiet for a long while.

Rusty.

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