Pringle Bay Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, mates, Rusty here with the long-range look at what we've got cookin'.

Alright, let’s be straight up. We’ve got a decent run of swell ahead for Pringle Bay, but it’s not for the faint of heart. This is a spot that’s known to be a bit sheltered, so when it gets a pulse like this, it means business. Water's sitting at 58°, which is a touch colder than usual for this time of year, so maybe grab an extra mil of rubber.

We kick things off on Wednesday the 2nd of September. It’s already pumping. Solid 10ft SW groundswell with a 13-second period, and the wind is light and off the SSE, making for absolutely clean conditions. The swell energy is strong (3341), and it’s gonna be a proper session for experienced surfers only. This is a standout morning for the crew who know what they’re doing. The afternoon holds similar, just a touch less energy but still excellent.

Thursday the 3rd starts off nice too. The swell drops a bit to 6ft, but the wind turns true offshore from the SSE at 12 mph, keeping it clean and lined up. A very good morning. But watch out for the arvo – a near gale from the SE whips up and the swell jumps to 13ft with a short 9-second period. That’s a washing machine, and frankly, it’ll be a battle. For the average punter, it's a no-go.

Friday the 4th through Saturday the 5th is a write-off. Winds are howling, 28-37 mph from the E and ESE, creating messy, hard-to-paddle conditions. Even though the swell is still 10ft, it’s just not going to be any fun. Forget it.

There’s a bit of a lull, and then Sunday the 6th shapes up to be our next real standout. The swell drops a little to 8ft, but listen to this – a beautiful long-period 18-second SW groundswell rolls in. The wave energy is huge (4185) and the wind is a light ESE cross-off. That morning will be tricky with the long period, but come Sunday afternoon? Dropping to 7ft with a 16-second period and light wind, it turns into something special for the experienced guys. Clean, powerful lines.

The following week is a mixed bag. Monday the 7th through Tuesday the 8th is all blown out or onshore, don’t bother. The wind switches around and makes a mess of things.

We get back into it properly from Wednesday the 9th. A new 4ft SW groundswell with a 15-second period arrives with light S winds. It’s clean, and it builds through the day to 6ft with a light offshore. Thursday the 10th is similar – light winds, clean 6ft SW swell. A good run of fun, mellow days, but the crowd factor is possible here, so keep that in mind.

Friday the 11th and Saturday the 12th are for the hardy types. Clean offshore winds, but they are strong – 22 to 25 mph. The swell pumps up again, pushing 10ft with solid 14-second period by Saturday afternoon. It’s a tough paddle, but the waves will be excellent for the fittest locals.

Sunday the 13th and Monday the 14th continue that theme: 8ft to 10ft of SSE/SE swell, with strong ESE cross-off/offshore winds. It’s clean, but you’ll be fighting the wind.

Tuesday the 15th brings a window of relief. A moderate offshore wind from the SE with a 7ft SE swell (12s) makes for a very good morning session. It’s a solid, clean wave.

And that’s about it. From Wednesday the 16th onwards, a big storm swell from the NW and W swings in with strong onshore winds. 10ft to 13ft of poor quality, messy surf. Not one for a paddle. That’s the end of the run.

So, to keep it simple: Wednesday morning the 2nd is your big, powerful early highlight for experts, and Sunday the 6th afternoon is the other standout with that long period groundswell. The rest is solid but comes with wind caveats.

Stay safe, surf it clean.
Rusty.

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