Alnes Lighthouse Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s get into it. This stretch of days is gonna test your patience, no two ways about it. The surf window starts off weak and mostly stays that way until we get to the end of the run.

First thing’s first. On the 7th, it’s a total washout. We got tiny, weak swell and a cross-shore breeze that’s just chopping everything up. Water temp is around 55°, which is a bit colder than usual for this time of year, so don’t forget the booties if you’re even thinking about it. It ain't happening.

The 8th brings a bit more size, maybe 4ft, but the wind is still all over the place with that cross-off, and the report just says ‘poor surf conditions.’ The energy is picking up a touch, but it’s still not worth your time.

Now, on Sunday the 9th, the swell fills in. We’re talking up to 7ft of WSW swell, and the energy levels climb into the hundreds (736-764). There’s a chance it might have a bit of shape, but the wind is messy and the conditions are questionable. It’s still a no-go for me.

Then things get ugly. The 10th brings a serious bump in size—over 11ft in the morning—but it’s onshore and howling. The energy is strong (over 2000!), but with that kind of wind, it’s pure chaos. Honestly, at this size and with this wind, Alnes Lighthouse (Alesund) is going to be a washing machine. Probably more for the kite crew than the surfers.

The 11th through the 13th is just a drawn-out period of mediocre, junky surf. We get some cleaner windows here and there, but the swell drops off and the wind is never quite right. It’s the kind of stretch where you’re better off doing the chores you’ve been avoiding.

The 14th shows a bit of promise in the afternoon. There’s a 6ft swell with an 11-second period, and the wind is cross-off and clean. Energy is up there in the 800s. It’s got some push, but it’s still rated as marginal. A glimmer of hope, but not the day to go nuts.

The 15th and 16th are back to small, poor conditions with cross-onshore winds. It’s a proper lull, and the runs are looking pretty grim. The 17th and 18th are tiny and messy. This is the real dead zone.

Now, here’s the good part, and it’s a long way off. On Friday, August 21st, the forecast shows a change. The wind drops out to almost nothing, becoming glassy. We're looking at a clean 4ft of west swell with a 10-second period. The energy is moderate (355-363), and while it's not a perfect score, this is clearly the standout of the whole period. It’s the kind of morning you’d want to paddle out early for. It’s a low period swell but it's got some shape to it and with the glassy conditions, it’s going to be the cleanest we’ve seen.

The Saturday after that, the 22nd, has some clean waves in the morning but it's smaller—around 3ft—and the wind is a bit more on it. It’ll probably be okay, but Friday is the day.

So, to wrap it up: the first week and a half is basically a washout. There’s a slight tease on the 14th, but the real gem is that Friday on the 21st. It’s far out, so don’t book your flights just yet, but it’s definitely the one to keep an eye on.

Rusty.

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