Alassio Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let's call it like it is. The next 16 days are gonna be a real test of patience for anyone jonesing for a wave around here. We’re lookin' at a long, flat, sad stretch with barely a ripple to get excited about. I’m not gonna sugarcoat it: this is one of those blank runs where the ocean just shuts down. Forecast models can change, and sometimes we get lucky, but as it stands, there’s nothing that’s going to get your heart racing.

There is one little bump of energy that shows up on Saturday, August 29th, kicking off a very brief window of *possible* surf. But even that is pretty marginal and not something to plan your day around. After that, the taps just get turned off again for days on end. You’ll be staring at flat, glassy water for most of the rest of the period through to September 10th. It’s a long, tough go for us.

For that one small window, we’re talkin' about Alassio (Liguria). Saturday morning, the 29th, is about as good as it's gonna get. We're seein' some tiny south-southwest swell pushin' in, maybe 3ft at 7 seconds. It's not much, but it’s the only thing that comes close to breaking the surface. The northwest offshore wind is light, about 6 mph, which will keep the face semi-clean. The combined energy of all swells directed here is weak, with a value of just 77, so don't expect any punch. Alassio is inconsistent at the best of times, and this is one of those times. It's a crummy, weak wave, but if you’re absolutely desperate for a splash on a longboard, that’s your window.

The water temperature is a standout, though. It's sittin' at a balmy 82°, which is a solid 8° warmer than normal for this time of year. That's very unusual, so at least you won't need a wetsuit while you're sitting there waiting for a wave that isn't coming.

To be honest, with that itty-bitty swell and the wind likely swingin' onshore in the afternoon, it’s going to look more like a day for a paddle or maybe some kite surfing if you're into that, rather than a proper surf. The conditions are just not there for a clean, rideable wave. And the rest of the month, and into the first half of September? It’s nothin' but flat calm and empty lineups.

We might see some very weak, sub-2ft pulses, but they’re not going to be rideable. Just check-in with me later; this could change, but for now, it’s a whole lot of nothin'.

There's just no two ways about it. Unless you’re chomping at the bit to paddle around on flat water, you’re better off storin' the boards and catchin' up on your sleep. It's a poor outlook, no doubt.

Rusty

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