The Wash Right Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s take a look at what’s coming down the line for this spot.

We’ve got a slow start with not much to write home about through Friday morning, but hold tight – this forecast builds into a proper run of solid, clean swell. The water is sitting at 88°F right now, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so the feel is a bit tropical.

Friday morning, 17 July, is just a warm-up with a small 2ft SSW swell at 12 seconds. The wind is a light cross-off from the east, so the surface will be clean, but the energy is weak (355). It’s a start, but nothing to get excited about.

Saturday morning, 18 July, is where things get interesting. The swell drops a bit to 2ft, but the period jumps to 19 seconds and the wind goes glassy from the NNW. That’s a long-period groundswell, and combined energy is moderate (429). It’s small, but with those conditions, The Wash Right will be a fun little reef. Just be aware that with such a long period, the sets will be spaced out.

Sunday morning, 19 July, is the first real standout. A 4ft SW swell at 17 seconds, with a light cross-off breeze from the NNW. The wave energy is climbing (978) and the surf is expected to be very good. This is a session to pencil in.

Monday morning, 20 July, keeps the momentum. Another 4ft SW swell at 16 seconds, glassy conditions with an ENE breeze, and strong energy (982). The surf will be clean and punchy. Again, very good.

Tuesday morning, 21 July, is similar – 4ft SW at 15 seconds, cross-off NW wind, clean (643). Still very good, but the size is backing off slightly.

Wednesday morning, 22 July, is a gem. Only 3ft, but 14-second period and dead calm – glassy as it gets. Energy is moderate (532). Perfect for a smooth, playful session on the reef.

Now, if you’re after the best of the best, look to Saturday morning, 25 July. A 4ft SW swell with a 20-second period, glassy conditions from the east, and the combined energy hits a strong 1222. This is excellent surf for experienced surfers. The period is very long, so expect long waits between sets, but the shape will be top-notch.

Sunday afternoon, 26 July, is also worth a mention. The swell pushes to 5ft from the SW at 18 seconds, with glassy conditions and a huge energy reading (1952). This is excellent, but at 5ft it’s getting into the zone where it’s better for experienced crew. The morning is marginal due to cross-shore wind.

Monday morning, 27 July, is another banger – 6ft SW at 19 seconds, glassy, with energy at 2632. This is a strong, powerful swell. For experienced surfers only at this size.

Tuesday morning, 28 July, sees the swell peak at 7ft from the SSW, 17-second period, glassy, energy at 2396. This is big, powerful, and clean – but only for experts. The reef will be handling a lot of water.

After that, the trend drops off. By Thursday morning, 30 July, we’re back to 4ft with cross-shore wind and lower energy (1011). The run ends with poor conditions and strong winds into August.

So, the standout is Saturday morning, 25 July – that sweet spot of glassy, long-period groundswell, and manageable size. Sunday afternoon, 26 July, is also excellent if you’re experienced. The later part of the month (27th-29th) has big, powerful swell for the crew who can handle it, but it’s not for everyone.

Rusty.

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