Cannes Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s get real about the surf. I’ve looked at the next couple of weeks, and honestly, it’s looking pretty flat out there. We’ve got a long stretch of nothing on the horizon, so don’t be in a rush to grab your board.

The first week is a total write-off. From Saturday the 8th right through to the 15th, we’re looking at basically no swell at all. There might be a tiny ripple that shows up on the 11th, but it’s barely a wobble, with energy at just 1. The water’s warm—83°F—which is way above normal for this time of year, so that’s something, but you’d be better off having a swim than trying to surf.

We’re looking at a real dry spell here. The models are showing nothing for days on end. It’s going to be a test of patience.

Now, looking into the second week, things start to get a little more interesting, but it’s still nothing to write home about. Monday the 17th sees a slight bump, with a 1ft swell from the southwest, but the energy is weak at 4. It’s still in the "poor" category. The morning looks glassy with light winds, so if you’re desperate, you might find a knee-high wave, but manage your expectations.

The real standout, if you can even call it that, is Tuesday the 18th. The morning brings a 2ft swell from the west-southwest, and the energy jumps up to 19. It’s still small, but it’s the biggest we’re going to see. The wind is light offshore, so it should be clean. This is your best bet for a few small, fun waves at Cannes. It’s a beginner spot anyway, and this is the kind of day for it.

After that, it fades again. The 20th has a similar size swell, 2ft, but the wind is cross-onshore, so it’ll be messier. Not worth it.

So, bottom line: the next 16 days are mostly flat. The only real window is the morning of Tuesday the 18th, and even that is a small wave. Keep the board in the car, and be ready to be disappointed. It tends not to stay this poor for long, and forecasts can change, so I’d keep an eye on things, but don't hold your breath.

Rusty.

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