Cronulla Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, Rusty here, and I’ve got the outlook for the next couple of weeks at Cronulla Point. This is a classic point break setup, and it’s a sneaky one that needs a good combo of swell and wind to really fire. Right now, we’ve got a real mixed bag ahead, so let’s get into it.

The standout is the first call on Friday morning, the 11th of September. We’ve got a solid 5ft swell coming from the SSE, and the wind is light off the SSW at just 3 mph. That’s offshore, so the waves are going to be clean and lined up. The combined energy is pumping at 509 (moderate to strong), and with a 10-second period, there’s good push in the water. This is the best on offer – advanced crew only, mind, as it’s a proper point break with a bit of size. The water temperature is about average for this time of year, nothing unusual.

Saturday morning, the 12th, is still worth a paddle. The swell drops to 4ft from the SSE, but the wind goes glassy – a light NNW at 3 mph. The energy is still strong at 462, and the swell period hits 11 seconds, so you’ll get some nice, well-shaped waves. It’s a bit smaller, but those glassy conditions make it a real treat for the early session.

After that, the surf takes a dive. The rest of the first week and into the second week is mostly small, poor, or windy. Sunday (13th) through to Monday (21st) is a long stretch of tiny waves, mostly under 3ft, with onshore or cross-onshore winds and weak energy (often under 200). Not worth getting wet.

Now, there’s a late pulse that’s promising but less certain. On Wednesday morning, the 16th of September, the swell spikes to 8ft from the south, but the wind is a strong 19 mph cross-off. That’s big, over 8ft, so only for the experts. The combined energy is massive at 1207, but the period is only 9 seconds, so it’s a bit wind-affected and rough. The afternoon drops to 6ft with lighter winds, but still marginal. This one’s a wildcard – if the wind eases, it could be a proper session, but it’s a gamble.

The second week sees a few more glimmers. Sunday morning, the 20th of September, has a 3ft S swell with glassy conditions, and the energy is moderate at 216. It’s small and clean, good for a longboard or a mellow cruise. Then on Wednesday morning, the 23rd of September, there’s a 4ft NE swell with a cross-off wind, but it’s a short 7-second period, so it’s not going to be great.

Overall, if you’re looking for a proper session, hit Friday morning the 11th or Saturday morning the 12th. The rest is a waiting game, and that big pulse on the 16th is one for the experienced crew to keep an eye on. Stay patient, and the waves will come.

Rusty.

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