Coxos Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for Coxos over the next couple of weeks. We’ve got a bit of a mixed bag, so don’t expect to rush straight out the door.

Right now, things are pretty flat. That first glimmer of something rideable doesn’t show up until Sunday the 13th of September. Before that, there’s nothing for you. It’s a few days of patience.

Sunday the 13th kicks off with a clean morning session. We’re looking at a 3 ft swell from the NW, but here’s the thing – that period is a long 13 seconds, making it proper groundswell. The wind is a light offshore from the south, so that reef at Coxos should be glassy and lined up. Water temp is sitting at 65°, which feels much colder than normal for this time of year – a solid 4° below average, so bring the thick rubber if you’ve got one. Combined energy is moderate at 391. A good start to the window.

The real standout, and I mean the one to circle on your calendar, is Monday the 21st of September. That morning, Coxos is going to be firing. We’ve got a 7 ft swell from the NW with a period of 13 seconds – again that long-period groundswell, which this reef will handle beautifully. The energy jumps right up to a strong 2032. And the wind? A light offshore from the SSE, keeping it squeaky clean. This is excellent surf for experienced surfers. The size is over 5 ft, so it’s a step up from beginner territory, but for anyone who knows what they’re doing, this is the session to aim for.

Tuesday the 22nd morning is another gem. A clean 6 ft NW swell, glassy conditions with no wind at all, and energy at 1034. That’s a solid, fun wave for the confident crew.

Now, the week in between has some waves but the wind plays havoc. Thursday the 17th and Friday the 18th see a big jump in size – 7 ft to 10 ft – but the cross-onshore wind is nasty. It’s messy and lumpy, not worth the paddle out. The 10 ft stuff on Wednesday the 16th is accompanied by a strong breeze and the energy is a whopping 1586, but it’s just a washing machine. That’s more of a kiter’s window than a surfer’s.

After that Monday the 21st highlight, the swell starts to drop. By Thursday the 24th, it’s fading fast, and from Friday the 25th onwards, we’re looking at small, weak, and choppy leftovers. The final weekend of the month is flat and messy – not worth wetting a suit.

So, to sum it up: don’t bother until Sunday the 13th for a small but clean start, and hold out for Monday the 21st – that’s your best shot at something special. Crowds are often at Coxos, so expect company on that standout day.

Rusty.

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