Cahuil Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's talk about the next couple of weeks at Cahuil. This is a river mouth setup, exposed to the southwest swell, and it's a spot that rarely breaks, so when it comes alive, it's a special deal. The water is sitting about 54°, which is a bit colder than we'd normally expect for this time of year.

The first few days are a bit of a write-off. Sunday afternoon kicks off with small, weak, onshore slop at 3 ft. It's not worth getting wet.

But then, Monday the 13th morning is where it gets interesting. The glassy conditions are a major score, and we've got a solid 8 ft groundswell pushing in from the WSW. The period is a very long 18 seconds, which means serious energy and proper lines, especially at a river mouth. The combined energy is a hefty 3737, so you'll feel the ocean breathing. This is one for the experienced crew though, as that size is pushing the limits for most.

The standout run looks to be from Monday through Tuesday. Monday morning is the pick of the bunch for clean conditions, but Monday afternoon sees a bigger 10 ft WSW swell roll in. The wind goes cross-on, but the energy is massive (5384). Tuesday morning the 14th offers a reprieve with clean cross-off wind and that same 10 ft pulse, just a bit more manageable. This is the best window for the intermediate to expert surfer, with the river mouth offering the best shape for that long-period energy.

We get a bit of a lull mid-week, with Wednesday and Thursday seeing messy winds and smaller, weaker swell. The energy drops to 469-976, and it's not worth the paddle out.

The weekend of the 18th and 19th looks promising again. Saturday morning has a clean 5 ft SW swell with light wind, and Sunday the 19th is a beauty: glassy conditions all day, with a building 6 ft WNW groundswell (period 12 seconds). The energy is moderate (1086) and the conditions are clean. This is a great option for a wider range of surfers.

Now, looking ahead to the 20th, that's a big red flag. Monday the 20th is forecast to have a massive 16 ft swell. The combined energy is 5806, which is enormous. It's simply too big for this break, even with favorable wind. Leave that one for the tow crews or just watch from the bluff.

The latter part of the forecast, from the 22nd to the 25th, sees a return to solid, clean conditions. The 23rd and 24th are standouts, with glassy or clean cross-off winds and 8 ft to 10 ft WSW groundswells (period 11-12 seconds). The energy is strong (1177-2751). This is another prime window for experienced surfers, and the river mouth will be handling it well.

The last few days of the month taper off with smaller, choppier conditions. The 27th has a long-period 17-second swell, but it's only 3 ft and onshore, so don't expect much.

Best on offer: The Monday 13th morning glass-off session, and the Sunday 19th glassy all-day session. The 24th and 25th also look solid for a clean, powerful swell. Crowds at Cahuil can be an issue when it's on, so get there early.

Rusty.

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