Baldwin Beach Park Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, folks. Rusty here. Let’s break down what’s heading our way.

It’s a tough stretch to start. We’re looking at a long dry spell with nothing worth paddling for. The first real chance to even consider a surf doesn’t show up until the morning of Saturday, August 30th. That’s a solid two-week gap with no recommendations, so you might as well give the board a rest.

The only spot on the list is Baldwin Beach Park. It’s a reef and point setup, and it’s very consistent, which is a good sign. It’s an exposed spot, and it likes the swell coming from the NNE.

For that Saturday morning, August 30th, we’re looking at a solid 8ft swell coming from the ENE, with a period of 14 seconds. That’s a long-period groundswell, so it’s got plenty of punch and those long waits between sets. For a reef and point break like this, that long period is a good thing – it should wrap in nicely. The combined energy is a whopping 3079, which is strong to very strong. The wind is a gentle breeze from the ENE, blowing cross-shore, and the description is “gentle cross-shore with slight cross-chop.” It’s alright, but it’s not the glassy offshore we’d all love. The water temp is about average for the time of year, nothing special.

The guidance for this break gives it a 3 out of 5, and it’s a beginner-friendly spot. But, with a swell over 8ft, this is strictly for the experts. It’s going to be a big, powerful day. Also, crowds are listed as “often,” so you won’t be alone, but for a solid wave, it might be worth the company.

The surf quality is still listed as marginal, so don’t expect perfection. The wind is staying cross-shore for the rest of the weekend, so it won’t be completely clean, but it’s the best we’ve got. This is a long-range call, so it’s promising, but not a sure thing.

So, to wrap it up: if you’re an expert and you’ve been waiting for a pulse of energy, the morning of Saturday, August 30th is your one shot. Don’t hold your breath for anything before that.

Rusty.

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