Antenot Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s get real about Antenot. This spot is a breakwater setup, and it’s inconsistent. Over the next 16 days, we’re looking at a long stretch of minimal to no worthwhile surf. The first solid recommendation doesn’t kick in until the end of the month, so get ready for a quiet spell.

From now through the 28th of August, it’s a total write-off. Swell heights are mostly below 3ft, periods are short (5 to 8 seconds), and the wind is often onshore or cross-on, chopping things up. The combined wave energy is weak, mostly in the double digits, barely cracking 100 on a couple of afternoons. This is a breakwater, so it needs a clean push, and it’s just not getting it. You’ll be staring at flat, bumpy lines.

The only glimmer comes on the morning of Saturday the 29th of August. The swell bumps up to 4ft from the WNW with an 8-second period, and the combined energy jumps to 181 – that’s moderate energy, finally. The wind is a light cross-on from the SW, so it’s not perfect, but it’s the first real pulse. The water temperature is about 86°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year.

Then Sunday the 30th of August morning is the best bet of the whole outlook. Swell hits 5ft, still from the WNW, period 8 seconds, and the combined energy is a solid 294 – that’s a proper moderate push. The wind is light cross-on from the WSW, so it’s workable. This is the standout. The afternoon stays similar but with more onshore wind, so get it early.

After that, Monday the 31st sees a drop in size and a return to stronger cross-shore winds, so it fades fast.

Honestly, for the next two weeks, Antenot is mostly a no-go. The only real chance is that weekend of the 29th and 30th, and even then, it’s marginal. For a beginner, the 5ft on Sunday might be a bit much, but for anyone else, it’s the only session worth paddling out for. Crowds are often around here, so expect company if it shows any sign of life.

Rusty.

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