The Harbour Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s talk about The Harbour. I’ve combed through the numbers, and I gotta be honest—it’s a rough 16 days ahead. There’s a big gap of several days with absolutely nothing rideable, and even when small waves pop up, the conditions are fighting against us.

First sniff of anything is Thursday afternoon, July 23rd, but it’s a bust. The combined energy is zero (0), and it’s just poor surf. That’s how it’s gonna be for a while.

Late July gives us a few tiny pulses. Friday afternoon, July 24th, we get a glassy 0.5-ft swell from the south, but it’s a short 5-second period with weak energy (11). The Harbour is a beach/groyne setup, and that small, short-period stuff won’t do a thing.

The weekend of July 26th is a total flat spell. Sunday morning is glassy calm, but no swell at all (0 energy). You’d be floating.

From late July 27th through the end of the month, we get a dry spell. Offshore winds are around, but the swell is gone. Water temp is about 57°F, which is normal for this time of year, so no surprises there.

Things try to pick up at the start of August. On Sunday, August 2nd, we see a 5-ft swell from the SSE with a 6-second period and moderate energy (155). That’s the biggest wave of the whole outlook. But the wind is cross-shore at 12 mph, and the wave comment is “poor surf conditions.” The Harbour is a beach/groyne break, and with that short period and cross-shore breeze, it’s gonna be a bumpy, choppy mess. That 5-ft size could be a handful for beginners, and the messy wind won’t help.

Monday afternoon, August 3rd, gives a clean 1-ft swell from the SSW with a 5-second period and weak energy (11). The wind is cross-offshore, so it’ll look clean, but there’s just no power.

The last days, into August 7th, are a mix of small, weak swells and strong, messy winds. Friday afternoon, August 7th, shows 5-ft from the SE with a 6-second period and moderate energy (152), but it’s cross-onshore and choppy—another poor surf day.

So, what’s the best? There’s no real standout. If I had to pick, Sunday, August 2nd, has the most size, but the wind and chop ruin it. The Harbour just isn’t cooperating. This is a long, flat stretch with a few poorly conditioned pulses. It’s one of those times where you’re better off waiting and checking back, because the weather usually changes.

Rusty.

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