Cobblestones Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s talk about what’s coming up for Cobblestones.

We’ve got a big, powerful run of south-west groundswell on the way, but the timing and the wind are going to make this a game of picking the right windows. This is an advanced reef set-up, so it’s not for the faint of heart, and with the size we’re looking at, it’s going to be exclusively for the experienced crew.

The first real action kicks off on Sunday, September 6th. The swell is already building with a 13ft to 15ft SW swell, but the wind is a messy 19 mph cross-shore from the SSE. The wave energy is already massive (6003 to 10964), but the surface is going to be lumpy and tough. Not the best start.

Monday, September 7th morning is where we get our first real standout. The wind drops to a gentle 9 mph from the SE, turning cross-offshore, and the 12ft SW swell (16-second period) cleans right up. The energy is huge (6877), and it’s exceptional for expert surfers. This is your window for a clean, powerful session.

Tuesday, September 8th keeps the goodness going. Both morning and afternoon see 13ft SW swell with a 16-second period. The morning has a moderate 16 mph cross-offshore breeze, and the afternoon drops to a gentle 9 mph. Both windows are clean, with excellent quality. The energy is still massive (8674 and 7961). This is the best combination of size and quality we’ll see.

The wind goes offshore on Wednesday, September 9th morning – a 16 mph ENE breeze – but the swell drops to 10ft. The shape is still good, but the energy is a little lower. Still a solid option for the experienced.

Thursday, September 10th sees the swell dropping to 7ft, with a 14-second period. The wind is cross-offshore, and the morning is clean, but the surf is getting smaller. A good option for a slightly less intense session.

From Friday, September 11th through to the end of the first week, things get messy. The wind swings cross-shore and onshore, and the wave quality drops. There’s a few brief windows of light wind on Monday, September 14th and Tuesday, September 15th, but the swell is still 10ft to 12ft and the wind directions aren’t ideal.

The second week is dominated by massive, dangerous swell. Thursday, September 17th has a 20ft, short-period (8 to 11 seconds) W/WSW swell with 19 mph onshore winds – that’s just a washing machine. The wave energy is massive (8650), but the conditions are poor.

Friday, September 18th is a monster. A 21ft WSW swell with a 15-second period, but the wind is 22-25 mph cross-onshore. The wave energy is astronomical (19412 and 15027). It’s too big for this break. Only the most hardcore tow-in crew might even look at it.

Sunday, September 20th is another huge day: a 21ft SW swell with a 20-second period. The energy is off the charts (33756). The wind is only moderate cross-onshore, but the sheer size will make it unmanageable for paddle surfing. This setup looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing.

Bottom line: The absolute best on offer is Tuesday, September 8th. Both the morning and afternoon sessions at Cobblestones will give you 13ft of clean, powerful SW groundswell with cross-offshore winds. It’s big, it’s consistent, and the quality is there for the experts. Monday morning is also a strong second choice. After that, it’s a mix of messy wind and dangerous, oversized swell.

Stay safe out there.

Rusty.

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