Coombesgate Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s get real about the surf ahead.

We’re looking at a pretty flat and messy run for the next couple of weeks. The only real spot on the map is Coombesgate Beach, a beach and reef setup that’s fairly consistent, but that doesn’t mean it’s going to be good. The water temp is 66°, which is a good few degrees warmer than usual for this time of year, so that’s a nice bonus when you’re getting changed after a session.

Right off the bat, through the first week of September, it’s just not happening. We’ve got onshore winds and junky, poor surf conditions. The waves are there, but they’re messy and weak. That run from the 5th through to the 12th is basically a write-off. Swell energy is mostly in the low to moderate range (like 155 to 1070), but with that wind and lumpy water, you’re just going to be getting beaten up for nothing.

Now, there’s a pulse of energy that shows up on the 7th and 8th. The swell height is around 5ft to 6ft with a period of 11 to 13 seconds, and the energy is strong (866 to 1070). But the winds are onshore or cross-onshore, blowing 20 to 30 km/h. That’s going to make it a complete washing machine. For a spot like this, it’s just going to be a messy, blown-out mess. Not worth the paddle. And at 6ft, it’s starting to get serious for a beginner, but with that wind, it’s not even good for the experts. Honestly, it looks more like a kite-surfing wind farm than a surf spot for those days.

We finally see a glimmer of hope on the 13th. The morning of Sunday the 13th has a light offshore breeze from the ESE, and it’s clean. The swell is small, only 2-3ft with a period of 7 seconds, and the energy is pretty weak (88). The comment says it’s “surfable waves but very ordinary conditions.” That’s a polite way of saying it’s small, but at least it’s clean. That’s about the best we’re going to get for a while. The afternoon looks similar, with a cross-offshore wind and 3ft of swell.

The 14th also offers a decent window. Monday morning is glassy clean with a light SSE breeze, and there’s 2-3ft of swell on offer. Again, it’s small, but it's the best quality we’ve seen.

The rest of the week is just more of the same – small, weak, and mixed up with onshore winds. We’re talking 1ft to 2ft waves, mostly poor surf conditions. There’s one more standout on the 16th, where the morning is glassy with a light ENE breeze and a long period (11 seconds) but tiny 1-2ft swell. Clean, but very small and not much push.

To be honest, the only real highlight for the entire 16-day period is the clean conditions on the 13th and 14th. It’s not big, but it will be the most enjoyable surf you’ll find, especially for a beginner or someone on a longboard. The swell direction is from the WSW, which is okay for this spot, but it’s really the wind that will be making it work. There’s a chance for a few small waves, so if you're desperate, keep your eye on those mornings.

After that, things drop right out again. The second week is just a flat, unexciting run with poor conditions. The swell energy is consistently in the weak zone (under 100), which tells you all you need to know.

So, keep your hopes in check. There’s nothing here that will have you calling in sick for work. Just a couple of small, clean mornings at Coombesgate Beach around the 13th and 14th that are worth a look if you’re local and jonesing for a splash.

Alright, that’s the picture. Keep your eyes on the sky and your board ready.

Rusty.

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