Zepotonengo Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what we've got cookin' for Zepotonengo.

First up, the water is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, sittin' at 87°, so that's a nice little bonus.

We're looking at a decent run of surf over the next couple of weeks. It kicks off Friday afternoon with a 4ft SSW swell, but it's a bit of a messy one with cross-onshore wind, so that's a scratch session. The real good stuff starts to show from Saturday morning.

Saturday, 1st August is a beauty to start the day. Glassy conditions, a clean 3ft SSW swell with a solid 13-second period. The energy is moderate (310), and the winds are dead calm. That's a proper morning session for the beginners out there, as the size is perfect. The afternoon will get a bit choppy again, so get out early.

Sunday, 2nd August morning is more of the same magic. Glassy, 3ft SSW swell, moderate energy (302). Another clean window for the early birds.

Monday, 3rd August morning is a standout. We've got glassy conditions, 3ft of swell, but the period jumps to 16 seconds. That's a proper groundswell, giving the waves some real punch and shape. The energy is moderate (451). This is the best call of the first week.

Tuesday, 4th August through to Thursday, 6th August mornings all offer glassy, clean conditions, but the swell gradually drops. Tuesday is 2ft, Wednesday is 2ft, and Thursday is 2ft. Still fun and clean for a longboard or a foiler, but not the peak of the window.

Then we hit a new pulse. Friday, 7th August morning is a ripper. The swell is 3ft, but check that period: 18 seconds. Very long-period groundswell. The energy is strong (677), and it's glassy. This is the top pick of the entire outlook. The long period means it'll be lined up and clean, but at a beach break, it could be a bit straight. Still, for the quality on offer, it's a must-surf.

Saturday, 8th August morning keeps the fire burning. 4ft SSW swell, 16 seconds, and glassy with strong energy (864). Looks incredible.

Sunday, 9th August morning is another glassy morning with 3ft SSW swell, 14 seconds, and strong energy (540).

Monday, 10th August through Thursday, 11th August mornings stay in the same vein: glassy, clean, with swell around 3ft and periods in the 13-14 second range. The energy stays strong. The afternoon of the 11th is also a cracker, with glassy conditions and a 3ft SW swell, but the period hits 18 seconds again with massive energy (856). That afternoon session is a gem.

Friday, 14th August morning: we're back to a 2ft SW swell, but the period is a massive 19 seconds. The energy is very strong (872). That's a long, long-period groundswell, and it's glassy. A real treat for the reefs and points, if you can find one.

Saturday, 15th August morning finishes the run strong. 4ft SW swell, 16 seconds, glassy, and very strong energy (866). A perfect way to end the window.

The crowds are listed as "sometimes" at Zepotonengo, so you can expect a few people out on the good days, but it shouldn't be a circus.

Bottom line: The first week is a slow burn into a beautiful run of glassy mornings, with the 3rd and 7th being the real standouts. The second week is loaded with quality, long-period energy. Get on it.

- Rusty

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