Batts Rock Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a good look at what's on the table for the next couple of weeks.

Straight up, this is a tough stretch. We’re looking at a whole lot of flat days. The first week or so is basically a write-off for any decent wave riding. The only real glimmer we get is right at the very end of the outlook.

For the first ten days, from Tuesday September 15th through to Friday September 25th, the swell is tiny to non-existent. We’re talking knee-high dribble at best, with combined swell energy barely ticking over (often under 15). The wind is mostly offshore, which would be great if there was anything to ride, but there isn't. It’s a long, dry spell.

The only break on the map is Batts Rock. It’s a point break, but it’s listed as *inconsistent* and that holds true here. The water temp is about average for this time of year, so no surprises there.

Finally, on Saturday September 26th, we get a pulse of life. The morning shows a small 2-foot swell from the north, with a period of 11 seconds. That's a bit of groundswell energy arriving. The combined energy jumps to 91 – still weak, but the best we’ve seen. The winds are offshore from the east at 16 mph. It’s described as "surfable waves but very ordinary conditions," so keep expectations in check. The afternoon improves slightly with a 2ft swell from the north and the energy climbing to 114 (moderate energy). Same offshore breeze. While it's the standout of the whole 16-day window, it’s still a pretty small, average day. The swell direction is north, but Batts Rock optimum is from the north, so the direction is on point. Given this is a point break, that longer 11-second period from the north could set up alright.

That's your best bet. It's a long wait for very modest surf. After that pulse, it looks like it goes flat again straight away on the 27th.

This is a blank run, and for this area, that seems pretty normal given the finder. Forecasts can change sure, but for now, I’d be finding something else to do with the weekend.

Rusty, signing off.

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