Torquay Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here, let’s talk about what’s happening at Torquay Point.

Right off the bat, we’ve got a solid, clean swell rolling in, but the quality is being held back a bit by the wind. The water temperature is about average for this time of year, so no surprises there.

The first half of the period is dominated by a strong, powerful SW groundswell. Thursday the 23rd sees a big 12 ft to 13 ft SW swell with a long 14-second period, and the combined energy is massive (6859 to 7834). It’s clean, but the wind is a moderate cross-off breeze, so while it’s rideable, it’s not perfect. This is serious, expert-level size – well over 8 ft – so only the experienced crew should be out there. The period is long, which is great for a point break like this, giving you proper lines.

Friday the 24th keeps the energy up with a 13 ft SW swell in the afternoon, but again, the wind is a cross-off. The swell is powerful, but the conditions are just “marginal” due to the breeze. The wave energy is very strong (8240).

Saturday the 25th sees a drop in size to a more manageable 7 ft to 10 ft, still with a 13-second period. The wind is lighter, especially in the afternoon with a gentle cross-off breeze, making the surf cleaner. The wave energy is moderate to strong (1394 to 3962).

Sunday the 26th is where things get interesting. The morning is still a bit fat, but by the afternoon, the wind swings offshore (WNW) and the swell drops to 4 ft. The period is 11 seconds, and the energy is low (284). The comment says “expect good surf conditions.” This is a nice, clean, surfable wave, perfect for a fun session.

The following week is a bit of a mixed bag. Monday the 27th has a fresh offshore breeze, but the swell is tiny (3 ft). Tuesday the 28th sees a small increase in swell and period, with a 6 ft, 16-second SSW groundswell in the afternoon. The energy is moderate (1424), but it’s still a cross-off wind.

Then we hit a flat spot. Wednesday the 29th is a write-off – a strong 12 ft cross-on shore wind turns the ocean into a choppy mess. Thursday the 30th is small and onshore, with a light breeze from the east. The surf is very ordinary.

The real standout window is the first few days of August. Starting Saturday the 1st, we get a 5 ft SW groundswell with a 15-second period, gentle offshore winds, and very good conditions. The wave energy is moderate (885). This is the pick of the lot for a clean, quality wave. Sunday the 2nd is even better – glassy conditions with a 4 ft SW swell. The energy is still moderate (827). The following Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday all offer clean, offshore conditions with consistent 3 ft to 4 ft swell. This is a solid run of fun, clean surf.

The best day on offer is Thursday the 6th of August. The morning sees a 5 ft SW groundswell with a very long 16-second period, and the combined energy is strong (1487). The wind is a gentle cross-off, and the forecast says “excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers.” The afternoon goes glassy. This is the one to circle if you’re after the best quality wave of the whole forecast. The long period will make for some beautiful, long lines at the Point.

The final day, Friday the 7th of August, also looks good with a 5 ft, 17-second groundswell, light winds, and excellent conditions.

Bottom line: The first week is for big-wave hunters only, with a few clean windows. The second week, starting August 1st, is where the fun, clean, medium-sized surf kicks in, and the absolute standout is Thursday the 6th of August. Get in the water.

Rusty.

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