Wednesday Wave Check

Waking up with the waves on Wednesday, I'm Surf Junkie Jeff with your Laguna Beach Patch surf report.

There's quite a bit of bump on the water and that's making things not very inviting.  We're seeing a decent mix of some west-northwest ground and windswell and a little south-southwesterly energy in the water.

That's offering some kind of disorganized lines, with maybe a few workable ones, if you can find a spot that's protected by the wind.  Most spots in Laguna Beach are running about knee- to waist-high, with the focal points pulling some stomach-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 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...OC 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.