Bombo Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, Rusty here. Look, I’ll be straight with you – this isn’t a run of world-class perfection, but there are a few windows where Bombo Beach will turn it on. The swell is mostly from the south, and the best conditions will come when the wind plays nice. There’s a dry spell to start, so don’t rush out the door just yet.

Friday, 4th September, is a write-off. The morning has a weak 3ft S swell with a short 8-second period, and while the wind is light offshore from the west, the combined energy is weak (180). It’s surfable but ordinary. The afternoon gets worse with a tiny 3ft SSE swell and cross-shore wind. Forget it.

Saturday, 5th, is no better. Swell drops to 2ft from the south, with a short period and cross-shore winds. The water temp is about average for this time of year, nothing wild.

Sunday, 6th, the morning is still tiny. But the afternoon sees a jump to 6ft S swell with a 12-second period – that’s a proper groundswell, and the energy is strong (1279). However, the cross-shore wind from the SSE is messy, so it’s only marginal. Might be more interesting for the kite surfers than paddle surfers.

Monday, 7th, is the first real highlight. The morning is glassy – glassy! – with a light northerly breeze, and a 4ft S swell, 8-second period. The energy is moderate (254). It’s clean, it’s small, and it’s perfect for beginners. The afternoon gets onshore and messy, so make the most of the early session.

Tuesday, 8th, morning is a standout. A 7ft S swell, 8-second period, with cross-off wind from the SSW and combined energy of 627 (moderate to strong). The forecast says “very good surf conditions,” and it’s clean. That’s a solid session for experienced surfers. The afternoon goes onshore, so it’s a morning-only gig.

Wednesday, 9th, the morning is clean again with a 3ft S swell and cross-off wind. It’s small but fun. The afternoon turns ugly with strong S cross-shore wind and a lumpy 6ft SSE swell.

Thursday, 10th, is for experts only. The morning has an 8ft S swell with an 11-second period, but the cross-shore wind is strong, and the energy is very high (2211). It’s big and raw. The afternoon is a bit smaller at 8ft, but still with cross-shore wind and a huge energy (3248). Only for the brave.

Friday, 11th, is the best on offer in the whole forecast. The morning has a 7ft S swell, 11-second period, with cross-off wind from the SSW. The combined energy is strong (1086), and the conditions are described as “excellent surf for experienced surfers.” Clean, powerful, and consistent. This is the one to circle. The afternoon gets cross-shore and less clean.

Saturday, 12th, morning is glassy again with a 4ft SSE swell, 12-second period, and moderate energy (499). It’s a lovely, clean session for all levels. The afternoon goes onshore.

Then there’s a real gap. From Sunday, 13th, through to Monday, 14th, the surf is poor – small, weak, and blown out by strong winds. Not worth paddling out.

Tuesday, 15th, morning sees a return to form: a 5ft S swell, 9-second period, with offshore wind from the WNW, and clean conditions. Energy is moderate (380). The afternoon is also clean with offshore wind. Good solid surf.

Wednesday, 16th, is another strong day. The morning has a 4ft S swell, 11-second period, with offshore wind from the WSW, and moderate energy (446). The afternoon is also offshore and clean. This is a very solid, consistent day.

Thursday, 17th, and Friday, 18th, are back to poor conditions – big cross-shore winds, rain, and messy surf. Don’t bother.

Saturday, 19th, the very last day of the forecast, shows a 6ft S swell, 11-second period, with cross-off wind and strong energy (856). It’s clean but marginal, something to watch if the forecast firms up.

So, to wrap it up: Monday 7th morning for the glassy, clean beginner-friendly waves, and Friday 11th morning for the standout, powerful, clean session for experienced surfers. Get out there when it’s good.

Rusty.

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