Blacknose Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the cards for Blacknose Point over the next couple of weeks.

We've got a solid run of surf on the way, but you've got to pick your moments. The water temp is sitting at 59° which is a touch warmer than usual for this time of year, nothing crazy but nice for a session.

The real standout action kicks off on Wednesday, September 16th. The afternoon is looking prime with a 15ft swell out of the SSW and a 15-second period – that's pure, long-period groundswell bringing some serious energy (11,391). Couple that with a clean cross-off breeze, and you've got some beautifully shaped, powerful lines peeling down the point. This is the best on offer, hands down.

Up until then, Monday the 14th is a bit of a non-starter with small 4ft swell and average conditions. Tuesday the 15th is for experts only – you're looking at a pumping 15ft SW swell, but the wind is a fresh 25 mph offshore in the morning, which will hold it together. It's big, powerful, and for the experienced crew.

Thursday the 17th is another highlight. Morning has a 10ft SW swell with a gentle 9 mph offshore wind – clean, glassy conditions with a nice grind to the waves. The combined energy is strong (3,463). You'll find some excellent, makeable walls. It's a touch big for beginners, but a decent intermediate could get amongst it.

From the 18th and into the weekend, the swell drops back a bit. You get clean 6ft to 8ft surf, but the period stays long. Watch out for Saturday the 19th – the wind goes cross-shore, so that moderate chop will make it a bit lumpy.

The following Monday, September 21st, has another excellent pulse for experienced surfers. The afternoon sees an 12ft SW groundswell with 14-second period and a gentle offshore – that's going to be special, with plenty of energy (4,014) and clean, walling faces.

Looking deeper into the window, the week of the 23rd to the 25th is mixed. Keep an eye on Friday, September 25th. The forecast is showing a return of solid 13ft SW swell, with a very long 16-second period. The afternoon is looking exceptional for experts, with a moderate offshore breeze cleaning up those big lines. That's the second major standout and a real possible gem, but it's over a week away so keep your fingers crossed.

Beyond that, from the 26th onward, the swell hangs around at 8ft to 15ft, but the wind picks up from the SSE and S, blowing cross-off and making it harder to find that perfect, clean face. Still some waves around for the keen, but nothing to write home about.

All in all, the 16th and the 25th of September are your dates to circle. The 21st is a solid backup for the advanced crew. There are a few gaps with average conditions, but the good stuff is worth waiting for.

- Rusty

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