Blacknose Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, I’m Rusty. Let’s break down what’s on the cards for Blacknose Point. There’s a solid run of swell ahead, but you’ll need to pick your moments. The first few days are small, then it gets big, and the real prize is waiting at the far end.

Thursday the 20th starts with a 5ft SW swell, 13-second period, and combined energy of 1615—nothing special. Cross-off NW wind at 16 mph keeps it clean, but it’s marginal. Water temp is 58°, pretty normal for the time of year.

Friday the 21st jumps to 10ft from the WSW, 14-second period, with energy at 8206 in the morning and 4133 in the afternoon. Cross-off wind at 16–19 mph. This is big—over 8ft—so only for experts.

Saturday the 22nd is a standout: 13ft SW swell, 14–15 seconds, offshore wind from the west at 16 mph. Energy readings of 6512 and 6296. Clean, lined-up, and powerful. This is excellent for experienced surfers, but expect crowds.

Sunday the 23rd holds 10ft in the morning, dropping to 8ft in the afternoon, with lighter cross-off winds. Still clean, energy easing to 4656 and 3663.

Monday the 24th drops to 8ft SW swell, with cross-off and cross-shore winds. Energy around 2000. Not the best.

Tuesday the 25th sees another pulse: 10–12ft SW swell, but the wind swings south at 13–19 mph, cross-off but fresh. Energy is solid at 4062 and 5658. The afternoon period hits 16 seconds—real groundswell suits this point.

Wednesday the 26th: 10ft dropping to 8ft, gentle cross-off winds. By afternoon, light breeze and 13-second period make for clean, easier paddling.

Thursday the 27th: morning has 6ft, afternoon 5ft, but that afternoon period is a very long 20 seconds. Energy is 3918. West cross-off wind. This will produce long, walling waves.

Friday the 28th: back to 8ft with 17 seconds, then 8ft in the afternoon with offshore SW wind. Energy 3805 and 2841. Clean and powerful.

From Saturday the 29th through Monday the 31st, it goes quiet: swell drops to 5–8ft, periods shorten, and by Sunday the 30th onshore winds and 10-second periods make for messy conditions. A lull.

Then Tuesday the 1st of September offers a glassy highlight: 5ft SW swell, 16-second period, glassy conditions in the afternoon. Energy 2930. That’s a beauty for clean, lined-up waves.

Wednesday the 2nd and Thursday the 3rd of September get raw: 12–13ft WSW/SW swell, but cross-shore winds chop things up. Energy high (3775–5730), but marginal.

And finally, Friday the 4th of September is the crown jewel: 15ft SW swell, 16-second period, offshore WSW wind at 16 mph, and an energy reading of 9419. Exceptional for experts. The morning session is world-class. The afternoon still holds 13ft with cross-off wind—still excellent.

Best bets: Saturday the 22nd and Friday the 4th of September. The 4th is the one to circle—big, clean, and pumping. There’s a quiet stretch from the 29th to the 31st, but otherwise plenty for those who can handle the size.

Stay safe out there.
Rusty.

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