The Cove Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get into it.

The next 16 days are all about one spot: The Cove. It’s a tricky, advanced reef break that’s inconsistent, so when it’s on, you’ve got to be ready. The water temp is sitting at 79°, which is about average for this time of year.

The first real buzz comes Saturday morning, July 11th. Not a big swell, only 2ft from the SW, but it’s got a long 18-second period, so there’s proper groundswell energy. The combined energy is a moderate 271. With a light NE breeze holding it offshore, it’ll be clean and lined up. The afternoon is similar, with 2ft and glassy conditions, and the wind holding steady. This is a solid little window for those who know the place.

Sunday, July 12th, is more of the same, with the swell bumping up to 2ft and the period still a juicy 16 seconds. The combined energy climbs to 319. Offshore winds continue, so the wave faces will be clean. It’s not big, but it’s quality.

Monday, July 13th, the morning is a bit average with the swell feeling weaker, but the afternoon picks up with 2ft from the SW and a 15-second period, combined energy at 325, and a moderate offshore NNE breeze. Good enough for a session.

Tuesday, July 14th, is a standout. Morning sees 2ft from the SW with a 14-second period, but the combined energy jumps to 479 – much more push. The wind is light and offshore, so expect clean, fun waves. The afternoon shifts to a 2ft W swell with a 16-second period, but the wind goes cross-off. Still good.

Now, Wednesday July 15th is a bit weird. The swell is 2ft from the W, but the morning has a cross-on wind. The afternoon, though? Glassy. Dead calm, 2ft, and a 15-second period. Combined energy is 435. That’s a rare little moment of pure glass.

The rest of the week fades a bit. Thursday July 16th has onshore and cross-shore winds, making it messy. Friday July 17th and Saturday July 18th are small, with 2-2ft and offshore winds, but the energy is low and the waves are ordinary. Not worth paddling out unless you’re desperate.

There’s a bit of a quiet spell until Monday July 20th, when the swell picks up again with 2ft from the S, 16-second period, and gentle offshore breeze. The energy is back to 302. Not a classic, but a decent session.

The real highlight, though, is the long-range call. Wednesday July 22nd has a 2ft SSW swell with a massive 23-second period, pushing combined energy to 512, and it’s glassy. The next day, Thursday July 23rd, is the best of the entire run. 3ft from the SSW, 19-second period, combined energy of 729, and a gentle offshore breeze. The quality is very good. This is the one to circle. The Friday July 24th and Saturday July 25th hold that energy, with 3ft and 2ft SSW swells, offshore winds, and clean conditions. The consistency is there, and the breaks should be firing.

The run wraps up on Sunday July 26th with 3ft from the SSW, 17-second period, and glassy morning conditions. A solid end to the outlook.

Remember, The Cove is inconsistent and for experts only. When it’s on, it’s a gem. But if you’re not confident, give it a miss.

Rusty.

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