The Wedge Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here, and I've got a look at what's coming up for The Wedge. Let's get straight into it.

First up, the water is sitting at 57°, which is a bit colder than normal for this time of year. That's a bit of a shock to the system if you're not used to it, so you'll want a good thick wetsuit.

The forecast starts with a bit of a quiet spell. There's nothing really worth getting excited about on Wednesday the 5th. The swell is there at 8 ft from the SW, but with a strong cross-breeze and a messy chop, it's a write-off. You'd be better off doing something else.

Thursday the 6th is where things start to get interesting. The morning session is where it's at. We've got a solid 12 ft swell from the WSW, and the wind is light and cross-offshore, keeping the waves clean. The energy is pumping at 3611 (moderate). The Wedge is a sheltered spot, so this is a proper standout. The afternoon holds similar size but the wind shifts a little, making it less than perfect.

The real standout of the whole period is Friday the 7th. Clear skies, light offshore wind from the East, and a 10 ft SW groundswell with a 14-second period. The combined energy is massive at 4078 (strong). This is powerful, clean, and for experienced surfers only. If you're a beginner, stay well away as 10 ft is over the 8 ft mark. The morning is the pick, absolutely flawless for those who can handle it.

Saturday morning the 8th is a bit of a reset. The swell drops to 8 ft from the SW, but the wind is completely glassy. That's a rare treat, making the waves look like they're oiled. The energy is still decent at 2340. It's a good option for a slightly less adrenaline-filled session, but still a quality wave.

Sunday the 9th is a write-off, unfortunately. The swell is huge at 13 ft from the SSW, but the wind is howling at 25 mph. It's a mess, and honestly, at that size and onshore wind, it's looking more like a kite-surfing setup than a paddle session.

The middle of the following week, Monday the 10th and Tuesday the 11th, is poor. The swell drops right off, and the wind is still fresh and messy. Not worth the paddle out.

Wednesday the 12th and Thursday the 13th see a change. The swell drops to a much more manageable 5 ft to 6 ft, but the period stretches out to a very long 17-18 seconds. This is a long-period groundswell, which at The Wedge, a breakwater, can be a bit tricky. It might break a bit too straight. However, the wind is offshore or glassy, so the conditions are clean. The energy is moderate (around 1653). It's a good option for a more relaxed session, but don't expect the bowling barrels of the week before.

Friday the 14th through to Monday the 17th is a dead zone. The swell is small, the wind is cross-on or onshore, and the conditions are just poor. There's nothing to report.

Then, a late surprise. Tuesday the 18th, we get a return of proper swell. 10 ft from the SW with a 12-second period and a clean, light cross-offshore breeze. The energy is strong at 2784. The morning looks very good, but again, that's expert territory. The afternoon is a bit more marginal with a cross-shore wind.

The final few days, Wednesday the 19th and Thursday the 20th, see the swell fade away completely. The wind is onshore and the energy is weak. It's a sad end to the run.

So, to wrap it up: The absolute best on offer is Friday the 7th morning. Unreal conditions, big swell, clean wind. Saturday the 8th morning is your second-best bet for a glassy, slightly smaller session. The long-period swell on the 12th and 13th is worth a look if you're patient, but it's not the same quality.

Rusty.

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