Denhams Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Hey, Rusty here. Let me tell you how it’s shaping up at Denhams Beach. Mostly a long, slow slog before we get anything worth jumping into. Water temp is about 63°, a little warmer than usual for this time of year – not extreme, just a nice little bump.

Starting out Wednesday morning the 2nd of September, we’ve got a tiny 2ft swell out of the NE with a short 6-second period and weak energy (56). Wind is cross-off from the NW at 6 mph, so the surface is clean, but you’re looking at barely rideable mush. That afternoon is no better – still 2ft and ordinary.

Thursday the 3rd and Friday the 4th are flat. Swell drops to 1ft, periods wander 7–10 seconds, energy is almost nothing (29–39). Winds are light and often glassy or offshore, so the water looks pretty, but there’s nothing to surf. Saturday the 5th is clean but tiny. Sunday the 6th starts glassy with only 1ft. From Wednesday through the end of the first week, it’s a big fat zero for decent waves.

Monday the 7th tries to pick up – 2–3ft swell, but short period (4–5 seconds) and weak. Wind is cross-on or onshore, so the surface is messy. Not worth it. Tuesday the 8th is poor. Wednesday the 9th finally sees swell hit 5ft from the S with a 6-second period and moderate energy (150), but the wind is cross-shore then cross-onshore. Not clean enough to call it good.

The dry spell runs right into the second week. Then Monday the 14th gives us 6ft from the ENE, 7-second period, strong energy (540). Wind is cross-shore, so a bit bumpy. Close, but not quite there.

Now, Tuesday morning the 15th of September is the real standout. Swell is 5ft from the ESE, 8-second period, with strong energy (404). Wind is glassy – dead calm – from the NNE at only 3 mph. That means perfect, smooth conditions. For a beginner-friendly spot like Denhams Beach, this is the best you’ll get. Waves are under 5ft, so it’s ideal for learners or a relaxed session. Just be aware that crowds can show up sometimes here.

Wednesday morning the 16th of September keeps the good run going: 6ft from the ENE, 8-second period, strong energy (568), and a clean cross-off wind from the WNW at 6 mph. That’s solid surf – still manageable for experienced beginners, but the bigger sets will push over 5ft, so keep your head up. A very good morning.

After that, Thursday the 17th brings 6ft but cross-on wind and chop. Not worth the paddle.

So here’s the deal: the first week is a complete wipeout. The second week has two real windows – Tuesday the 15th morning and Wednesday the 16th morning – both clean, decent energy, and the only standouts in this whole 16-day stretch. Get out there then.

Rusty.

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