Blacks Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let me wrestle this forecast for Blacks Reef. It's a trusty reef break, soaking up any south swell, and the water temp is hanging right around average for this time of year.

The next few days have some potential, but the wind is the boss. Saturday, August 29th, we've got a light NNE offshore breeze keeping things tidy. Swell is a modest 3ft from the south, a long 12-second period, and the energy is moderate (270). It's not going to blow your mind, but it'll be clean and fun for a beginner. You'll have company though – it's usually busy.

Sunday the 30th is a total dud. Moderate cross-onshore winds will churn up a tiny 2ft to 2ft swell. Just stay home.

Monday the 31st is a wild card. A big 8ft south-southwest swell shows up with a very long 17-second period. That's deep ocean energy, measuring a massive 2947. The morning has offshore wind, but the forecast flags some tide or condition issues. The afternoon drops to 7ft but gets a cross-onshore wind. This is strictly for the experts – the size and power are too much for beginners. That long period will make it a dream on this reef, though.

Tuesday, September 1st, is a complete disaster. Strong onshore winds and rain, with the swell building to 10ft. Energy is over 3400, but the wind will make it a battle. Not worth a look.

Now, the main event. Wednesday, September 2nd is the session to lock in. Morning has an 8ft south swell with a light offshore wind from the NNW. Clean. The afternoon is even better: 10ft of south swell with a 16-second period, and light offshore winds. Energy is a powerful 3794. This is excellent, powerful, clean surf for experienced surfers. The long period means you'll get plenty of rest between sets, making the paddle out manageable.

Thursday the 3rd steps down a notch. A solid 6ft south swell, still a long period, but the wind shifts and brings some cross-chop. Still surfable, just not the same quality.

Looking into the second week, there are a few more pulses. Saturday, September 6th has another excellent window: a 8ft south swell with a very long 16-second period and light offshore winds. Energy is strong (2633). Another power session for the confident crew.

Wednesday the 9th brings a return to cleaner conditions with a moderate 4ft south swell and offshore wind. Not huge, but clean and fun. Thursday the 10th afternoon is a great little gem: a 5ft south swell with glassy, flat-calm conditions. That's pure luxury.

Later, on September 11th, a big 10ft swell rolls in, but the period is short (8-9 seconds) and the wind is cross-offshore. It'll be lumpy and powerful – for experts only. The energy is still strong (over 1280).

After that, it fades with onshore winds and dropping swell. The 13th offers one more chance with a 4ft south swell and offshore wind, but it's not much.

The real standouts are clear: Wednesday, September 2nd and Saturday, September 6th are the heavy hitters. Powerful south groundswells, clean offshore winds, and built for experienced surfers. The rest of the 16-day window is either too small, too windy, or too raw. Don't miss Wednesday the 2nd.

- Rusty

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