Akabane Long Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let's look at what's coming our way for the next couple of weeks.

Right off the bat, the surf is pretty marginal. We’re looking at a slow start with nothing really worth paddling out for until later in the week. The first few days are a write-off, so don't rush to the beach.

Tuesday the 15th has some small, weak swell but the risk of thunderstorms and a cross-shore breeze makes it a pass. Wednesday the 16th morning is glassy but tiny at 3 ft, so barely a ripple. The real story begins to unfold on Thursday the 17th afternoon. The wind goes glassy, and we get a clean 5 ft swell from the ESE, giving us some decent, fun waves at Akabane Long Beach. This is a nice little window with a combined energy of 288 (moderate). The water temp is about average for this time of year.

Now, Friday the 18th sees a big jump in energy – we’re talking a combined energy of 1200 (strong) – but the swell is messy with a cross-onshore wind, making it a bit of a lottery. The swell period is only 9 seconds, so not much power behind it. Saturday the 19th and Sunday the 20th are a no-go for most of us. The swell jumps to 10 ft and then 11 ft, with a long 13-14 second period. This is expert-only territory, and the forecast says it's too big for this break. Unless you're a seasoned charger, sit this one out.

The standout of the whole run comes on Monday the 21st. The morning is looking pristine. We’ve got an 8 ft swell from the south, a long 13-second period, and glassy conditions. The combined energy is massive at 3598 (very strong). This is excellent surf for experienced surfers. The long period means the waves will have real power and shape, but it might be a bit straight for the beach break – it’s best on the points if you can find one. The afternoon gets a bit messy with a cross-onshore breeze, so get out early.

After that, the surf turns ugly. Tuesday the 22nd is blown out with a howling cross-onshore wind and a massive, dangerous swell. Wednesday and Thursday are also blown out or too messy. Friday and Saturday the 26th/27th are small and weak again, nothing to write home about.

Then, a solid run of clean waves arrives on Monday the 28th and Tuesday the 29th. We’re talking a 5 ft to 7 ft south swell, with a long period (13-14 seconds) and clean, light offshore winds. The combined energy is strong (1539 to 2846). This is another excellent window for experienced surfers, with clean, powerful lines. The glassy conditions on Tuesday afternoon are a bonus. The run ends on Wednesday the 30th with a strong onshore blow and a big swell, so that’s a wrap.

Best Bet: Without a doubt, Monday the 21st morning. Get on it early for clean, powerful, 8 ft south swell. The following Monday and Tuesday (28th and 29th) are also top-shelf with clean 5-7 ft waves, but the 21st has that extra size and punch.

Rusty.

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