Ammonias Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, folks, Rusty here. Let’s talk about what’s on offer at Ammonias over the next couple of weeks.

To be straight with you, the outlook is a bit of a tough one. The first week is pretty much a write-off for any decent surf. We’ve got a period of poor conditions with messy winds and lumpy, cross-onshore chop that’s just not going to give you anything clean. The water temp is sitting at 81°, which is bang on average for this time of year, so at least you won’t need a thick suit.

The first real glimmer of hope doesn’t come until the second week. There’s a potential window on Wednesday, September 18th. The morning has a 4 ft swell from the SSW, with a long period of 19 seconds giving it some real energy (combined energy of 1136). The wind is cross-shore, which is the best we’re going to get, and it’s a reef break, so that long-period groundswell will actually wrap in nicely. The wave energy is moderate, but it’s not a standout for size or perfection. The afternoon holds similar energy at 4 ft from the SSW, period of 18 seconds (combined energy of 1160). It’s marginal, but it’s the best we’ve got.

Thursday, September 19th looks like a step back, with cross-onshore winds and poor conditions again. The Sunday, September 20th afternoon is worth a mention though. The swell drops to 3 ft from the SSW, but the wind goes light and cross-shore, with a period of 14 seconds. The combined energy is low at 556, but it’s the cleanest looking window in the whole 16-day run. The crowd factor at Ammonias is listed as "often," so expect some company.

Overall, there’s no massive, clean swell to get excited about. The best bet is the Wednesday, September 18th session for a bit of long-period energy, or the Sunday, September 20th afternoon for a chance at glassy conditions if you’re happy with small waves. For the rest of the period, you’re looking at wind-affected, choppy surf. It’s not a total blank, but you’ll be scratching for a wave.

Rusty.

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