Tippers Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the cards for the Tippers stretch.

Straight up, I gotta be honest with you – this is a tough one. The whole 16-day window is looking like a write-off for a decent paddle. We've got swell, sure, but it's all coming in from the wrong direction for this spot. Tippers is a reef setup that loves a good SW swell, and while there's plenty of that energy in the water, the wind is just not playing ball. It's almost constantly onshore or cross-onshore, meaning the surface is going to be a mess. You'll see small waves, but they'll be choppy and ugly.

For the first week, from Friday the 31st of July right through, it's a real bummer. The swell is small, mostly between 2ft and 3ft, and the wind is on it. The water is a balmy 76°, which is a whopping 8° warmer than normal for this time of year – feels like a tropical bath, but the waves just aren't cooperating. The combined energy is moderate (values between 144 and 484), but it's all for nothing with the wind. It's a classic case of "lots of energy, no quality."

Heading into the second week, from the 7th of August onwards, the swell period gets longer, hitting 19 seconds at one point. That's a proper groundswell, which at a reef like Tippers could be magic, but the wind remains stubbornly onshore. The swell size stays small, 2ft to 3ft, and the energy is still moderate to strong (up to 496), but the wind just ruins it. For a reef break, this long-period swell needs clean conditions, and it's just not getting them.

I'm not seeing any standout windows here. The scores are all zeros across the board. If you're desperate for a dip, you could try it, but you'll be fighting the wind more than the wave. Honestly, for a beginner, those 2ft to 3ft waves aren't too big, but the onshore chop will make it a frustrating session. For the more experienced, the wind is a deal-breaker. This setup looks more interesting for a kite surfer than a paddle surfer, given the constant cross-onshore breeze.

So, to put it bluntly: there's nothing to recommend. It's a 16-day dry spell. Don't get your hopes up. The forecasts can change, but right now, I'd leave the board in the car.

Rusty.

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