Turners Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the table for the next couple of weeks.

Honestly, I’m not gonna sugarcoat it – this stretch is a bit of a slow burn. We’ve got a long gap of nothing much happening before we even get a sniff of something rideable. The first few days are pretty grim, with poor surf conditions and hardly any energy. It’s not until Monday, the 24th of August, that we see a glimmer of something surfable, but even then, it’s ordinary.

The real standout in this whole outlook is Turners Beach. It’s a very consistent, sheltered beginner-friendly spot, and the best of what’s on offer. The water temp is sitting at 68°, which is about average for the time of year, so no surprises there.

The first real chance to get wet is on the morning of Monday, 24th August. We’ve got a tiny 2ft swell from the south, with a short period of 8 seconds. The combined swell energy is a weak 116, so it’s not packing any punch. The wind is a light cross-offshore from the south, making it clean. The wave comment says “surfable waves but very ordinary conditions,” so it’s a small, clean wave for a beginner to get a few soft ones.

Saturday morning, 29th August, offers a bit more hope. The swell is 3ft from the ENE, period is still short at 8 seconds, but the magic is in the wind – it’s glassy. Absolute perfection for a clean, smooth surface. The combined energy is up to 235, so there’s a bit more push. This is a genuine window to get out there and have a fun session on a small, clean board.

The next notable mention is Friday morning, 4th September. The swell is 3ft from the ENE, period is a better 10 seconds, and the wind is offshore from the SSE. The combined energy is 278. The wave comment says “surfable waves but very ordinary conditions,” but honestly, with clean offshore wind and a bit of period, it’s likely the best shaped wave in the whole run.

For a beginner, the glassy Saturday morning on the 29th is the pick. The water’s average, the waves are small and clean. For a more experienced surfer wanting a bit more form, the Friday morning on the 4th of September is the one to aim for, with a longer period and offshore wind.

Don't expect any big, pumping days. The whole period is a gentle, small-scale affair. If you’re a kiter, the increased wind on some afternoons might look interesting, but for a paddle surfer, this is a case of picking the cleanest windows and enjoying the small stuff.

Rusty.

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