Coragi Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s get into what’s shaping up for your local stretch.

The only break that’s really showing its face in this 16-day window is Coragi, a solid advanced reef set-up that’s exposed to the swell. It’s a consistent spot, so when it’s on, it’s on. And for the opening weekend, it’s looking damn good. The water temp is about average for this time of year, nothing weird going on there.

We kick things off properly on Sunday, August 30th. Morning and afternoon both have clean lines coming in from the SSW at a solid 4ft. The period is long—15 to 16 seconds—so this is proper groundswell, with real push and shape. That long period will make the sets a bit more spaced out, but the energy is moderate (726-790). That combined with a consistent offshore breeze from the NE, 12 mph, so you’re looking at clean, lined-up walls. This is a standout session. The swell direction is coming from a slightly southerly angle compared to the optimum SSE, but it’s still working.

Monday, August 31st holds the quality. Swell drops just a touch to 4ft, still from the SSW, periods still solid at 14 seconds. Offshore wind holds, a bit lighter in the afternoon at 9 mph. Energy is still moderate (561-623). Clean, consistent, very surfable. You’ll be happy out there.

Tuesday, September 1st sees the swell easing into the 3-3ft range. Still clean, still offshore from the NNE. The waves will be smaller and a bit weaker (energy dropping to 276-323), but for a smaller board, it’ll still be fun.

From Wednesday, September 2nd onward, it gets more ordinary. Swell drops to 3ft, and the period shortens up to 12 seconds. The wind stays offshore, but the energy drops to the 190s and 170s. Still clean, but the grunt has gone out of it.

Thursday, September 3rd through to Monday, September 7th is a bit of a slump. Swell stays small (2-3ft), the period drops into the 9-10 second range, and the wind starts swinging around. Thursday afternoon and some of Friday get a cross-offshore breeze, which is okay, but not as good. By the weekend of the 5th and 6th, it’s small and weak, with energy down to triple-digit lows. Monday the 7th hits a real low point with 2ft and poor conditions—even a glassy spell in the afternoon can’t save it.

There's a bit of a gap in quality here for a few days. Things look pretty dead for the middle of the first week.

Tuesday, September 8th offers a glassy morning with 2ft, but the energy is still weak (91). It’s clean, but barely surfable.

Wednesday, September 9th into Thursday, September 10th stays small at 2-2ft, with a slight pickup in energy from a S swell with a period of 12-13 seconds. It’s okay for a longboard, but nothing to race out for.

Now, here’s the next real highlight, but it’s over a week away. Friday, September 11th has a nice pulse of long-period SSW groundswell. Swell height is only 2ft, but the period jumps to 19 seconds in the morning. That’s very long period energy, meaning it’ll wrap in and offer some shape, especially at a reef. The wind is light offshore or clean. Energy is moderate (475-478). The actual size is small, but the quality of the swell makes it a sleeper hit.

Then, Saturday, September 12th is the absolute standout of the whole run. In the afternoon, it turns on. Swell jumps to 5ft from the SSW with a 16-second period. The combined energy is strong at 1005. The wind goes glassy from the SSE. This is excellent surf for experienced surfers. At 5ft, it’s not overly big, so it’ll have power without being unmanageable for an advanced crew. This is the day to circle.

Sunday, September 13th backs off a bit to 3-4ft, but the wind is back offshore from the NNE and it’s still clean and fun. The energy is moderate (416-585). A solid follow-up day.

Monday, September 14th wraps it up with a morning session of 2ft, offshore wind at 15 mph, and moderate energy (232). Small, clean, and blustery.

Best on offer: The afternoon of Saturday, September 12th is the one. Glassy conditions, 5ft of long-period SSW groundswell, and strong energy. It’s made for the experienced crew at Coragi.

Keep an eye on Sunday, August 30th and Monday, August 31st for the best of the early action. The long-range stuff on the 12th is the one to dream on, but you know how that goes—promising but less certain.

Stay frothy,
Rusty

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