Cap Sim Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s get this straight. I’m lookin’ at the whole 16-day window and honestly, it’s a bit of a tough one. There’s no surf on offer right now at the start, and the first few days are a write-off. We’re looking at a gap of several days with no real recommendations, so don’t be in a rush.

Then, we’ve got a stretch where there’s swell, but it’s all pretty average. The wind is a constant problem – it’s either a strong offshore that makes it hard to paddle into, or a cross-off breeze that keeps things messy. The only spot on the radar is Cap Sim, a reef break that’s fairly consistent. The water temp is a brutal 64°F, which is 7°F colder than it should be for this time of year – that’s seriously unusual, so bring a thick wetsuit if you’re brave enough to get in.

The best of a mixed bag looks like Thursday, August 15th and Friday, August 16th. We’ve got a solid 7ft north swell rollin’ in, with a combined energy of 396 (moderate) on the Saturday morning. The wind is a fresh breeze from the north, cross-off, so it’s clean but not glassy. The period is short at 7 seconds, so it’s a bit of a windswell – not the best shape, but it’s the only time the numbers line up. The swell direction is north, but the optimum here is northwest, so it’s not a perfect match.

Keep in mind, this is an advanced reef break, so when the swell hits 7ft, it’s only for experienced surfers. It’s not too big for experts, but beginners should stay well clear. The crowds are possible here – it says “sometimes,” so don’t expect to have it to yourself.

After that, things drop off fast. By Monday, August 18th, the swell is tiny, and the energy is weak (52). Then it’s a long, flat run to the end of the window, with nothing but small, weak swells that aren’t worth paddling for. The last few days show barely a ripple, with energy down to single digits. So, if you’re desperate, that Thursday and Friday in the second week are your only real shot, but keep your expectations low.

Rusty.

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