The Window Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get into it. We’ve got a solid run of groundswell coming our way, but the wind is going to be the main character for a lot of this stretch. We’re looking at The Window, an advanced reef break, and it’s been fairly consistent. Things kick off on Friday, July 31st, but honestly, it’s a write-off. There’s a risk of thunderstorms with a strong onshore W breeze at 19 mph pushing into a 12 ft SW groundswell. The water is hanging around 67°F, which is a touch warmer than what we’d normally expect for this time of year. The combined energy is moderate (6556), but the wind is just going to wreck it. No point paddling out.

The real story starts Saturday, August 1st. The morning is still a bit average with a cross S wind at 16 mph and a 13 ft SW swell, but it’s that afternoon that stands out. The wind swings to a cross-off SSE breeze at 9 mph, and the swell pushes up to 15 ft from the SW with a long 16-second period. That’s proper groundswell energy, and the combined energy is strong (9370). This is a big, powerful wave for advanced surfers only – over 8 ft means it’s for the experienced crew. The reef at The Window will handle that long period beautifully, but it’s going to be a heavy drop. This is a standout window.

Sunday, August 2nd stays clean. The morning is clear with a cross-off NE breeze at 12 mph and a 10 ft SW swell. The afternoon is even better, with the wind dropping to a light breeze at 6 mph, still cross-off. The waves are still a solid 10 ft, making it a high-end session that’s a bit more manageable than Saturday. The energy is moderate (2800) but clean. Good stuff.

Monday, August 3rd is a gem. Clear skies, and the wind goes glassy – 3 mph from the NNE in the morning and WNW in the afternoon. The swell drops to 6 ft and 7 ft, still with a long 15-16 second period. This is a magic window where the reef will be working perfectly, and the light wind will make it look like a lake. The energy is moderate (1426-2054), but the quality is through the roof for experienced surfers. This is your other standout day.

Then the wind turns ugly. From Tuesday, August 4th through to about August 9th, we get smashed by strong onshore and cross-onshore winds ranging from 19 mph to a ridiculous 31 mph. The swell gets huge – 18 ft, 23 ft, even 26 ft at times, with very strong combined energy (up to 40660). But the conditions are described as poor, blown out, and lumpy. For the week of August 8th and 9th, the swell is predicted to be too big for the break, even for experts. This is purely a spectacle for the brave and the foolish. Honestly, with that setup, it looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing.

We get a breather on Monday, August 10th. The morning is clear with a cross-off SE breeze at 9 mph and a 15 ft SW swell. The energy is strong (8402), and it’s clean. Good for experts. The afternoon is a bit more cross with a moderate S breeze, but still rideable.

The rest of the second week, from August 11th to the 15th, is a mixed bag. We get some clean mornings on the 11th with a 10 ft SW swell and a cross-off NNE breeze, but the wind picks up again. From August 12th onwards, we’re looking at near gale-force winds and massive, unruly swell. The period stays long, but the wind and size make it a no-go for all but the most experienced, and even then, the conditions are poor. The energy readings are huge, but the quality is absent.

So, to sum it up: the absolute best on offer is the Saturday afternoon, August 1st, for the big, powerful groundswell, and the glassy morning of Monday, August 3rd, for a cleaner, more manageable session. Get out there while you can.

Rusty.

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