Wednesday Surf Report

Waking up with the waves on Wednesday, I'm Surf Junkie Jeff with your Newport Beach Patch surf report.  Well, don't even waste your time or your gas.  Yep, it's looking really messy out there this morning thanks to this latest storm.

The conditions are pretty trashed due to the stiff southeasterly winds which don't appear to be backing down anytime soon.  We're seeing a mix of some decent size west northwest ground and windswell and a tad of south southwesterly energy in the water.

That recipe is making for some completely chewed up and crumbly lines, with nothing to really work with.  Most Newport Beach spots are running about knee- to chest-high, with the focal points pulling some shoulder high sets.

At 7:15 this morning the tide climbs way up to a 6.3 high which isn't helping things either.  Many spots will be pretty swamped or even a bit back-washy mid morning.  The tide then drains out to a negative 1.2 low at 2:14 this afternoon.

If you're really desperate to get wet, break out at least a 3/2 fullsuit or better yet a 4/3 and maybe the booties, with the water temperature hanging between 56 and 57 degrees.  Good luck out there!!

FYI: County Health Officials urge surfers and swimmers to stay out of the water after a rain due to increased bacteria levels for at least 72 hours, especially near storm drains and river mouths.