Venus Bay Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming down the line for Venus Bay.

Alright, so we’ve got a bit of a slow start here. The first couple of days are pretty ordinary with a messy cross-shore wind and a lumpy 6ft to 6ft SW swell. You wouldn’t want to paddle out for that unless you’re desperate. A bit of a write-off for Wednesday the 29th.

Thursday the 30th morning is where it starts to get interesting. We’ve got a clean 4ft SSW swell sliding in with a light offshore breeze from the ENE. That’s a nice combo for Venus Bay, a reef break that’s consistent and works best on a SW swell. The water temp is about average for this time of year, so nothing unusual there. The energy is moderate (852), and the period is a solid 13 seconds, so those waves will have a bit of push behind them. That’s the best on offer in the first week. It’s a beginner-friendly spot, so that morning session will be a good one.

Friday the 31st drops off quick with a tiny 3ft SSW swell, and the wind swings around. It’s marginal at best. Saturday the 1st of August has a bigger 4ft SW swell with a long 17-second period, but a strong north wind makes it tricky. The energy is moderate (980), but the cross-off wind is clean, so it might be worth a look if you’re keen for a bumpy paddle.

Sunday the 2nd is a write-off with onshore winds and a lumpy 6ft swell. Not your day.

Now, Monday the 3rd of August morning is a real standout. Glassy conditions with a 5ft SW swell, 14-second period, and a light southerly breeze. That’s a clean, powerful combo. The energy is strong (1018), and the conditions are excellent for experienced surfers. This is a serious session if you’re up for it. Afternoon turns to rubbish, so get in early.

Tuesday the 4th has a clean 4ft SW swell with offshore winds in the morning. It’s a lot smaller, but still a fun, clean option for the beginner crowd.

Then Wednesday the 5th of August morning throws up another beauty. A 3ft SW swell, but with a very long 18-second period, and a gentle offshore breeze from the NE. That’s a long period groundswell, so it’ll have plenty of energy and shape, but it might break a bit straight on the beach. On a reef like Venus Bay, it’ll be a gem. The energy is strong (1187). The afternoon is glassy with a 4ft SW swell. That’s a solid day.

Thursday the 6th and Friday the 7th are messy with cross-shore winds and a dropping swell. Not much to write home about.

Saturday the 8th of August morning is a winner. Clean offshore wind from the east, a 4ft SW swell, and a 16-second period. The energy is strong (1061). That’s another excellent session for experienced surfers.

Sunday the 9th gets big and wild. A 8ft SW swell with a strong offshore cross-off wind, but it’s a bit too big for most, and the wind is howling at 25 mph. Afternoon is a total loss with a near gale. Only for the hardcore.

After that, from Monday the 10th through to Wednesday the 13th of August, it’s a mix of onshore gales, messy chop, and blown-out conditions. The swell is there but the wind destroys it. Not worth paddling out. The last day on the 13th has a tiny 3ft swell with a near gale. That’s a solid week of nothing.

So, to wrap it up: the best windows are Thursday the 30th of July morning, and then Monday the 3rd of August and Wednesday the 5th of August mornings. Get in the water early, and you’ll be rewarded. The rest is a waiting game.

Rusty.

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