Cobblestones Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, mate, Rusty here, looking at the waves on the horizon. Let's break it down.

The next 2 weeks are a bit of a mixed bag at Cobblestones. We've got some serious size rolling in, but the wind is going to be the main character, and it’s not always our friend. The early days are pretty rough, but hang in there because the end of the week and into the start of September is looking like the real deal.

Tuesday (25th August) is a write-off. We’ve got a solid 8ft to 10ft swell, but it’s coming with a strong, howling cross-wind that’s just going to turn it into a mess. Not worth paddling out for. The combined swell energy is pretty hefty (3166-3328), but it’s all for nothing with that wind.

Wednesday (26th August) the size jumps up to a proper 16ft! This is big, heavy water – definitely only for experts. The combined energy is absolutely pumping (14437-14571), but the wind is cross-onshore, keeping it choppy and lumpy. It’s "marginal" at best, not the clean conditions you’d want for that sort of size.

Thursday (27th) is still big, dropping from 13ft to 12ft, but the wind stays cross and strong. The energy is still impressive (5020-6812), but the surface is chopped up. The swell direction is shifting around to a SW, which is a good sign for this spot's optimum.

Friday (28th) we start to see some improvements. The swell drops to a more manageable 8ft in the morning, and the wind goes cross-offshore. The combined energy (1774) is moderate, but the *clean* conditions are what make it worth a look. The afternoon gets a bit lumpy again, but the morning session is the pick.

Now, Saturday the 29th of August is a standout. We’ve got a clean 10ft SW groundswell with a long 18-second period. This is proper groundswell energy, and with a gentle offshore breeze, it’s going to be glassy and perfect. The combined energy is strong at 5861, and the conditions are described as "exceptional" for experts. This is your session. The crowds are only "sometimes" an issue, but for waves like this, I’d expect a few other locals to be keen. This is a top-shelf day for experienced surfers.

Sunday (30th) morning is still excellent, with another 10ft swell and clean conditions. The wind is light and cross-offshore, so the lines will be good. The energy is a bit lower, but still solid (4250).

The run continues into the start of September. Monday the 7th of September is looking like another absolute belter. A clean 7ft swell with a *very* long 21-second period and light offshore wind. That’s a dream combo. The energy (6054) is moderate, but the period that long means real power and nice, clean lines. Conditions are "exceptional" for experts. That is far off, so keep watching the charts, but it has all the ingredients to be the best of the run.

Tuesday (8th September) keeps the good form going. Another 13ft morning with clean offshore wind, and the afternoon looks even better: 12ft with *glass-like* conditions (Slight air) and a score that's the highest on the board. That afternoon session might be the pick of the entire forecast if you're looking at that window.

So, to sum it up: slog through the first few days. The big winner is Saturday the 29th of August and keep your eye on Monday the 7th of September. Both offer that magic combo of size, direction, and clean conditions.

Stay safe out there.

Rusty.

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