Waimarama Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here, let’s talk about what’s cooking at Waimarama.

First up, it’s a quiet start. The first few days, from Tuesday the 21st through to Friday the 24th, are pretty flat or just messy – small, weak swell and onshore winds. Nothing worth suiting up for. The water temp is sitting at 55°, which is a bit colder than average for this time of year, but nothing wild.

The first real sign of life shows up on Saturday the 25th. The morning is ordinary, but the afternoon picks up with a solid 3ft S swell at 11 seconds and a clean offshore wind from the SSW at 15 mph. The combined energy is moderate (308). It’s a small, clean wave – good for getting a few turns in without the crowds.

Now, Sunday the 26th morning is where things get interesting. The swell jumps to 7ft from the S at 9 seconds, with a clean offshore breeze. The energy is strong (1584). This is a standout for experienced surfers – not too big for the crew who know what they’re doing, but might be a bit much for beginners. The afternoon stays solid but gets a bit more bumpy with a cross-off wind.

The real standout of the whole outlook is Monday the 27th. Morning and afternoon both see a 12ft S swell, but the wind is perfect offshore from the SW at 12 mph. The energy is massive (3467 and 5885). However, this is too big for Waimarama – it’s a beach and reef setup, and at this size, it’s only for experts. The swell direction is S, but the optimum direction for this spot is E, so it’s not lining up perfectly. Still, if you’re a seasoned local and the tide works, it could be a wild session.

Tuesday the 28th and Wednesday the 29th keep the swell pumping, with 10ft and 8ft from the ESE at 13-14 seconds. That’s a long-period groundswell, which will give clean, powerful lines – but again, it’s big. The ESE direction is much better for Waimarama, and the wind stays offshore. The energy is through the roof (5986, 4754, 2224). These are expert-only days, but the quality is there.

From Thursday the 30th into the weekend of August 1st and 2nd, the swell drops back to a more manageable 4ft to 5ft, with clean offshore winds. The direction shifts to SE, which still works well. The energy is moderate to strong (425 to 1336). This is a good window for intermediate surfers looking for clean, fun waves without the heavy crowd pressure.

Then, on Monday the 3rd and Tuesday the 4th, the forecast shows a massive pulse of 13ft to 16ft from the SSW. That’s way too big for this break – it’s a warning sign for anyone who isn’t a hardcore charger. The energy is off the charts (5701 to 12928). The wind stays clean, but the size is just too much for a beach and reef setup.

Wednesday the 5th keeps that huge swell, 15ft from the S, with moderate energy (8263 and 8380). Again, expert-only, and even then, it’s a call for the brave.

So, to wrap it up: the best on offer for the average surfer is Saturday the 25th afternoon and that window from Thursday the 30th through to Sunday the 2nd of August. For the experts, Monday the 27th and Tuesday the 28th are the standout sessions, but you’ll need to pick your moment.

Rusty.

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