Whangara Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming up for us.

We’ve got a bit of a slow start, but the first real standout is shaping up for Sunday the 9th of August. Whangara (beach and reef) is looking clean with a solid 5ft swell from the S, period at 11 seconds, and a light cross-offshore breeze. The combined energy is moderate (803), and the water temp is sitting at 56°, which is about average for this time of year. That Sunday morning session is the pick of the early window – clean, good energy, and the wind is just right.

Monday the 10th holds a smaller, cleaner option in the morning with 3ft swell from the S and a nice offshore from the WNW. It’s a gentler day, but still worth a paddle if you’re keen. The swell energy drops off a bit (367), so it’s more of a fun-sized wave.

Things get a little messy from Tuesday the 11th through to Thursday the 13th. Swell hangs around 3ft to 4ft, but the wind shifts around and the quality drops. The wave energy stays moderate (200-300 range), but it’s inconsistent and the conditions aren’t doing us any favours. A few clean windows pop up, but nothing that’ll get the heart racing.

Now, the real firecracker is Saturday the 15th of August. The afternoon session is a beauty – 10ft swell from the NE, solid offshore from the WNW, and a combined energy reading of 2643, which is strong. This is expert territory though – over 8ft, so it’s not for the faint-hearted. If you’ve got the skill, this is the best wave of the forecast period. The morning is also decent with 7ft from the E, but the afternoon is the standout.

Hold on, because Monday the 17th turns into a beast. Swell hits 13ft from the S, but it’s too big for this break. Strong cross-shore winds and a massive energy reading of 4402 – this is more of a spectacle than a surf session. Not recommended for anyone.

The following week brings a couple of gems. Wednesday the 19th of August – morning session – 8ft from the S, period 15 seconds, light cross-offshore, and the energy is through the roof at 4934. That’s a very long-period groundswell, so it’ll be better at a point or reef, but with clean conditions, it’s a serious wave for experienced surfers. Thursday the 20th morning is glassy, 8ft from the S, period 14 seconds – also excellent. Both of these are expert-level waves.

The end of the run, Monday the 24th of August, offers a glassy morning session with 7ft from the SE, period 12 seconds, and a clean, calm surface. That’s a solid, clean wave for experienced surfers, and the energy is moderate (1375). A nice way to close out the period.

Overall, the best on offer is Saturday the 15th afternoon, and Wednesday the 19th morning. Both are punchy, clean, and full of energy. Don’t expect much in the middle of the second week – it’s inconsistent and choppy. Forecasts can change, but for now, mark those dates.

Rusty.

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