Voelklip Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here with a look at what’s coming our way. We’ve got a solid run of surf starting up this Friday, but it’s not all smooth sailing, so let’s get into it.

We kick things off on Friday, July 3rd, with some lumpy conditions at Voelklip. The swell is there at 5 ft from the west, but that northwest wind is killing it. The wave energy is moderate (692), but it’s cross-shore and choppy. Not worth paddling out for.

Saturday the 4th is a turnaround. We drop down to a clean 2 ft from the southwest with a light north wind. It's small, but glassy. A log might be the play if you’re keen for a cruise.

Sunday the 5th morning looks seriously appealing. Glassy conditions with a 2 ft southwest swell and a period of 14 seconds meaning some nice shape for a point or reef. The water temp is a standard 59° for this time of year, so wetsuit territory. (Moderate energy at 411).

The real standout, though, looks like Monday, July 6th. The morning session is firing for experienced surfers, with a 8 ft swell from the west-southwest, period pushing 12 seconds and clean offshore wind from the northeast. That’s a lot of water moving, with strong energy (1477). This is serious wave size and will be too much for beginners. For the crew who can handle it, this is the best on offer early on.

Tuesday the 7th also looks unreal, especially the afternoon. Glassy conditions with a 7 ft southwest groundswell – plenty of power (1154) and long period. Clean faces all day if you get on it before the wind swings.

Wednesday July 8th morning is another top pick. Glassy glassy glassy, with a 8 ft southwest swell and a very long period of 13 seconds. The energy is through the roof (2515). This wave is pushing hard. It’s going to be super clean for the reef at Voelklip, but with that size and power, you’d want to be comfortable in the pit. Crowds are possible, so get out early.

By Thursday the 9th, the wind picks up from the east at 15 mph. The swell stays big at 8 ft from the south-southwest, but it’s going to get a bit of texture. Still ridable for the dedicated surfer with a clean look.

The following week tails off a bit. Sizes drop, but July 12th (Sunday) morning is a nice reset with 4 ft from the south-southwest and glassy conditions. A calm window.

Looking way out, there’s a promising pulse forecast for Thursday, July 16th. The morning looks excellent for experienced surfers, with an 8 ft southwest swell and super long period of 15 seconds. The energy is massive (3074). That’s a long-range call, so keep an eye on it – but if it holds, it’s the standout of the second week. After that, the 17th and 18th get messy with strong westerly winds, so don’t plan on those.

Overall, the best windows are Monday the 6th, Tuesday the 7th, and Wednesday the 8th in the mornings at Voelklip. That’s your run.

Rusty

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