Turimetta Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let's talk about what's cooking. I’m looking at the next 16 days for this break, and it's a story of two halves, with one clear winner.

Right now, Turimetta Beach is set to see some serious action, but the timing is everything. The water temp is sitting about normal for this time of year.

The first part of the run, from Sunday the 5th through to Wednesday the 9th, is pretty ugly. We've got a big, messy Southerly swell running, 10 to 12 feet, but it's all blown out. The wind is either cross or cross-on, and the conditions are described as "poor" or "marginal." The wave energy is massive (2762 to 4385), but with that wind, you’re just looking at a washing machine. Not worth your time.

Thursday the 9th shows a bit of a change. A 7ft Southeasterly swell with a 10-second period. The wind is a light cross-offshore, and the report says "clean." The energy is moderate (851). This is the first surfable window, but it’s small.

Friday the 10th is similar – 5ft SE swell, clean in the morning. Just okay.

Saturday the 11th is where it gets better. A light offshore wind from the northwest, 4ft of Southeasterly swell. The report says "clean" and "gentle offshore and clean." The energy is low (234), so it's not powerful, but it's clean and fun. This is a good day for something with more foam. Crowds are listed as "sometimes," so expect company.

Sunday the 12th and Monday the 13th drop right off. Swell goes tiny – 2ft to 2ft. Not worth it. Tuesday the 14th has a small 3ft swell, but it's weak.

Here’s the main event: Friday the 17th of July. This is the one you wait for. A strong, long-period Southerly groundswell, 6ft with a period of 12 to 13 seconds. The combined energy is strong (1210). The wind on Friday morning is a light cross-offshore, and by the afternoon it goes glassy. The report says "excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers." This is a real groundswell, so the waves will have serious power and shape. At a beach and reef spot, those longer period swells can line up beautifully. The sets will be more powerful and spaced out, making the paddle out easier.

Saturday the 18th is a good follow-up, with clean offshore wind and 5ft of swell. Still a solid day for an experienced surfer.

The very end, Monday the 20th, shows another pulse of 6ft Southerly swell with gentle offshore winds. That’s promising, but it's a long way out, so don't bank on it.

So, the bottom line: the first week is a dud. Saturday the 11th is a fun clean day. Friday the 17th is your best bet – a proper, powerful groundswell with glassy conditions. That’s the one to get excited about.

Rusty

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