Agate and Pearl Street Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, folks, Rusty here. Let's cut through the noise and talk about what we've got coming our way. It ain't gonna be a week of glory, but if you're keen and patient, there are a few windows where Agate and Pearl Street might just turn it on.

We're starting flat, real flat. The swell is weak and the wind is all wrong, mostly cross-onshore. That first real chance to even paddle out with a bit of hope doesn't come until Wednesday the 9th, and honestly, it's a marginal call. The swell is tiny, and the period is long, but the light offshore wind is a saving grace for a clean, glassy surface. You might get a few ankle-biters if the tide plays nice, but it's a long way from a classic.

The rest of that first week, from the 10th through to the 15th, is a grind. The swell stays small, and that cross-shore wind just chops everything up. It's the kind of stretch that makes you wonder why you bothered. There's a bit of energy around, but the wind and the small swell are just not lining up. The 16th through the 19th is more of the same – small, weak, and messy. The long-period swell is there, but it’s not translating into any sort of quality on the beach.

Now, here's where we start to see a glimmer of hope. The second week of the outlook, starting to show around the 20th, things start to get a bit more interesting. The energy is building and the wind starts to become more favorable. The real standouts in this whole period are the mornings of the 21st and the afternoon of the 20th.

For the afternoon of the 20th, we've got a south-west swell mixing with a light cross-shore breeze. It's not huge, but the direction is right, and that light wind is a huge plus. It’s still not guaranteed to be epic, but it's the first time the conditions actually feel like they’re in our favour. The best of the bunch is the morning of the 21st. The swell is up a touch to 3ft, and that light cross-onshore wind is about as clean as you're going to get. The wave energy is cranking up, and it looks like it might just have a bit of shape to it. It’s the kind of day that could surprise you. This is the one to circle, but remember it’s far out, so keep the expectations in check.

Water temp is a whopping 73.6°F, which is 6.1°F warmer than normal for this time of year. That's very unusual, so you can probably leave the booties and the thick suit at home.

This place is a reef break, exposed to the west for a south-west swell. It can be a bit inconsistent, but when the long-period swell hits, it's a different ballgame. The long period is better for a reef like this, giving it shape and push.

So, here’s the quick rundown: Don't waste your time until the 20th. The 20th afternoon is a maybe. The 21st morning is your best bet. Just be ready for it to be a bit inconsistent, but clean.

Until next time.

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