Wye River Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, Rusty here. Looks like we’ve got a solid run of swell on the way for Wye River, with a bit of a slow start before the real energy kicks in. This river/reef setup is a beginner-friendly spot, and the water temp is sitting at 57°F, which is pretty much normal for this time of year, so no surprises there.

The first couple of days are a bit average. Tuesday morning (August 4th) has a 8ft SW swell but the wind is a cross-off 12 mph, and the wave energy is strong (1604), but it’s just marginal surf due to the tide. By Tuesday afternoon the wind swings more cross and it gets messier. Wednesday (August 5th) eases to 5ft SW with a long 14-second period, but it’s cross-shore wind and the energy drops a bit (1330). Not great.

Thursday (August 6th) morning is a bit of a tease—clean with a 3ft SW swell, but tiny. Friday (August 7th) morning is where things start to get interesting: 6ft SW swell, 16-second period, light WNW wind creating clean conditions, and the energy is pumping (1760). That’s a good session for experienced surfers, but the size is manageable for those who are comfortable.

Saturday (August 8th) morning is the real standout for the first week. Offshore N wind, 6ft SW swell, 16-second period, and clean waves. The energy is strong (1852), and this is a classic Wye River morning—good shape, good power, and the river mouth will be handling that long-period swell well. Crowds are sometimes an issue here, so be ready to share.

Sunday (August 9th) afternoon gets a nice offshore wind again, with 4ft SW swell and a 14-second period, clean and fun. The energy is moderate (930), but it’s a mellow option.

Now, the second week brings the big stuff. Monday (August 10th) morning has 10ft SW swell with a 17-second period, and the energy is very strong (4890). That’s expert territory, but the wind is cross-off, so it’s clean. Monday afternoon is even better: light WNW wind, clean, and the same 10ft SW swell. Tuesday (August 11th) is firing with 12ft SW swell, 16-second period, offshore NW wind, and massive energy (5777). That’s a heavy day for experienced surfers only.

Wednesday (August 12th) is a monster: 16ft to 18ft SW swell, 17-second period, but the wind is cross and strong, creating lumpy conditions. The energy is ridiculous (29795), but it’s too big for this break—more kite-surfing territory than paddle surfing. Thursday (August 13th) is still big at 12ft SW, but cleaner with lighter winds. Friday (August 14th) morning is another standout: 10ft SW swell, 16-second period, cross-off breeze, and clean—excellent conditions for experienced surfers.

Saturday (August 15th) morning has a 5ft SW swell, but the period is a very long 19 seconds, which is rare. The energy is still strong (2910), and the light cross-off wind keeps it clean. That’s a gem for the long-period groundswell lovers. Sunday (August 16th) morning is glassy with 6ft SW swell, 15-second period, and light wind—smooth and clean. Monday (August 17th) morning has 8ft SW swell, 18-second period, and offshore NE wind—another solid session for experienced surfers. Tuesday (August 18th) morning is a bit smaller at 6ft SW, but offshore wind and clean. Wednesday (August 19th) morning is glassy again with 6ft WSW swell, 14-second period, and clean.

Overall, the best on offer is Saturday August 8th morning for the first week—clean, offshore, with solid 6ft SW swell. Then in the second week, Monday August 10th afternoon and Friday August 14th morning are both absolute crackers. Big, clean, and powerful. That’s a long-range call, but it’s looking promising.

Rusty

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