Chinamans Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s get into it.

We’ve got a solid run of SW groundswell aimed at Chinamans, a reef setup that loves that direction. The water temp is about average for this time of year, so no surprises there. The first few days are a bit of a write-off, but hold tight – there’s some real quality waiting.

Sunday the 6th kicks off with a 8ft SW swell at 14 seconds, but it’s a bit messy with cross-shore wind and the energy is strong (2223). The afternoon drops to 7ft but stays cross-shore. It’s surfable, but nothing to write home about.

Monday the 7th sees the swell drop to 4ft with clean offshore SSE wind. The energy is moderate (596). It’s a small, clean day for the longboard or a fun shape, but the real juice isn’t here yet.

Tuesday the 8th is where it starts to get interesting. Morning shows 7ft of SW groundswell, 17-second period, with clean offshore wind. The energy jumps to 2622, and it’s a beautiful start. The afternoon wind swings cross-shore and picks up, so get in early.

Wednesday the 9th is a no-go. The swell jumps to 8ft and then 12ft, but the wind is onshore and strong – fresh breeze from the SE. The energy is pumping (5216 and 6741), but it’s blown out. Not for paddling.

Thursday the 10th is still a bit rough. 10ft and 8ft swell with cross-onshore wind and moderate energy (4325 and 3174). Choppy, messy. Give it a miss.

Friday the 11th is a bit better. 6ft swell, 15-second period, gentle cross-shore and cross-onshore winds. The energy is moderate (1368 and 1401). It’s small and clean enough for a session, but not the standout.

Now, mark your calendar for the weekend. Saturday the 12th morning brings 5ft SW groundswell, cross-offshore wind from the north, and clean conditions. The energy is moderate (1076). It’s a fun, clean day.

Sunday the 13th is the first real standout. Morning sees 4ft of SW groundswell with a 16-second period, clean offshore wind from the NNW, and moderate energy (939). The afternoon holds with 4ft and cross-offshore wind. It’s clean, it’s lined up, and it’s a reef. This is your session.

Monday the 14th morning is also good. 5ft WSW groundswell, offshore wind, moderate energy (745). Clean and fun.

From Tuesday the 15th to Wednesday the 16th, the swell picks up. Tuesday is 7ft and 7ft but with cross-onshore and cross-shore wind – a bit choppy. Wednesday the 16th is a gem. Morning is glassy – zero wind – with 6ft SW swell and calm conditions. The energy is moderate (1324). The afternoon is clean with light cross-offshore wind. This is excellent for experienced surfers. The reef will be working.

Thursday the 17th is another good one. Both morning and afternoon have 5ft to 6ft SW swell, 15-second period, with clean offshore wind. The energy is moderate (1720 and 1111). The afternoon is a standout – clean, offshore, and lined up.

Friday the 18th is a write-off. Strong breeze and onshore wind, small swell. Not worth it.

The final big call is Sunday the 21st. The morning shows 12ft of SW groundswell with a very long 21-second period. The energy is massive (11086). The wind is gentle cross-offshore and clean. This is a heavy, powerful swell. For the experts only – it’s a serious reef wave. The energy is enormous, and the period is almost supernatural. If you’re not confident, stay on the beach. For the crew who can handle it, this is the session of the forecast.

Rusty

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