Zero Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s look at what’s on the table for this stretch. It’s a quiet one, no two ways about it. There’s a big gap of days with pretty much nothing worth chasing.

The only break we’ve got to work with is Zero, a point break that’s suited for beginners but only rarely breaks. That’s a big red flag right there. It’s exposed to swell from the SSW, which is the right direction for it. The water is sitting at 67° right now, which is 4° warmer than usual for this time of year – that’s very unusual, and you’ll notice the difference.

From July 12th right through to the morning of Saturday the 18th, it’s dead. Wave heights are between 1 ft and 3 ft, combined swell energy is in the low hundreds (325-338 on the 12th), and the winds are mostly onshore or cross. Nothing worth a second look.

Then on Saturday the 18th afternoon, we get a bit of life. A 4 ft swell from the SSE, with a 15-second period, and combined energy hitting 947 – moderate. The wind is light and cross, so it should be clean. Still, it’s only marginal.

The real chance comes on Friday the 24th. That afternoon we see a 6 ft swell from the S, with a 14-second period and combined energy at 1436 – that’s moderate to strong. The wind is coming from the WNW at 12 mph, cross-off, so it’ll be glassy clean. That’s the standout window. 6 ft is getting solid, so it’s more for experienced surfers. Beginners might want to sit that one out.

After that, it fades fast. The 26th has a very long-period 19-second swell, but it’s only 2 ft with weak energy. It’ll be clean in the afternoon with a cross-off breeze, but there’s just no power. The 27th is more of the same – small and weak.

So, here’s the take: a long dry spell, then a solid afternoon on the 24th of July at Zero. That spot is a rare breaker, so if it’s working, don’t hesitate. Crowds can show up there sometimes, so expect some company. For everything else, it’s a rough stretch.

Rusty.

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