Danger Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Right then, let’s have a look at what’s on offer. The only spot in the mix is Danger Reef, a reef break that’s fairly consistent and exposed to the swell. The first few days are a write-off, to be honest—onshore winds and messy conditions mean there’s nothing worth paddling out for until Thursday the 27th. That’s a gap of three days with no real surf to speak of.

Thursday morning, the 27th of August, things finally turn. We’ve got a gentle offshore breeze from the NNW, cleaning up the 5ft swell coming out of the south, with a period of 11 seconds giving it some decent shape. The combined energy is moderate (784), and the water temp is about average for this time of year. It’s not the biggest set, but it’ll be clean and fun for an intermediate. That afternoon, the wind swings to WNW, still offshore, with a 5ft southerly swell, 11-second period, and the energy drops a bit (596). Still, it’s a solid session.

Friday the 28th is a bit of a letdown—onshore wind and a poor surf call. Saturday the 29th, though, that’s where it gets good. The morning has a 3ft WSW swell, 13-second period, and a gentle offshore from the NW. The energy is lighter (553), but the waves will be clean and lined up. The afternoon picks up: 4ft, 14-second period, still offshore from the NW, and the energy climbs to 623. That’s a standout for the week—clean, consistent, and the sort of session that’ll stick in your mind.

Now, Sunday the 30th throws in a bigger 8ft WSW swell for the afternoon, with a 13-second period and a cross-offshore wind from the west. The energy is strong (1864), but it’s pushing into the more experienced zone. Beginners should sit this one out. Monday the 31st of August and Tuesday the 1st of September are both excellent—clean, light winds, and swells around 6ft to 7ft from the WSW and SW. That Tuesday afternoon is a real standout: 7ft, 12-second period, gentle offshore, and the energy is solid (1254). Perfect for those who know what they’re doing.

Wednesday the 2nd of September gets wild with a near gale from the NNW, blowing 31 mph, and a 7ft swell. The energy is high (1302), but it’s more of a kite-surfing setup than a paddle one. The afternoon hits 10ft, but with fresh offshore winds it’s only for the brave. Thursday the 3rd is blown out—cross-onshore winds and a 10ft to 13ft swelling that’s big and lumpy. Not for the faint-hearted.

Friday the 4th of September brings a glassy morning with a 8ft S swell, 10-second period, and excellent conditions for experienced surfers. The energy is strong (1700). That’s a top pick if you’ve got the skills. Saturday the 5th has a clean 3ft SSW swell in the morning, 14-second period, but the afternoon jumps to 8ft from the SW, 14-second period, with a cross-offshore wind. The energy is huge (2648), and it’s another expert-only session.

Sunday the 6th of September, the morning is glassy with a 8ft SW swell, 13-second period, and the energy is massive (2259). This is the best of the lot—clean, powerful, and perfect for those who can handle it. The afternoon is a bit messy with cross-shore wind. The following week tails off, with smaller swells and more onshore winds, so that Sunday morning is the one to circle.

Keep in mind, Danger Reef can get crowded often, so get in early. The long-period swells (14 seconds and over) are groundswells, and they’ll break a bit straight at the reef, but the shape is still there for the taking.

Rusty

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