Dondra Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s get into it.

First up, the outlook. We’ve got a bit of a slow start here, but there’s something building on the horizon. For the next couple of days, Dondra is seeing some inconsistent, smaller surf – around the 4ft to 5ft mark from the SSW. It’s clean enough with a cross-off breeze, but the energy is just not there yet. The water’s sitting at 84°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so that’s a nice little bonus if you’re getting in.

Things pick up noticeably on the 19th. Saturday brings a jump in size – we’re talking 6ft to 7ft from the SSW, with a moderate cross-off wind keeping it glassy. The combined energy jumps way up into the 2000s, so there’s some proper push behind it. This looks like the first real standout of the window. It’s still a reef break, and it’s inconsistent, so you’ll be waiting for sets, but when they come, they’ll be worth it. This is the call for the more experienced crew – 7ft is getting up there, not one for the beginners.

Sunday the 20th holds similar size, maybe 6ft to 7ft, still clean in the morning. The swell direction stays SSW, which is what Dondra wants. Keep an eye on the wind though – it’s a touch stronger, but still cross-off, so it should stay workable.

After that, things start to back off and get a bit messier. From the 21st through the 23rd, we’re seeing smaller surf, dropping to under 3ft at times, with more cross-shore wind and some lumpy conditions. It’s not great, and you might be better off sitting this one out.

There’s a bit of a pulse again around the 26th and 27th, with some 5ft to 7ft SSW swell, but the wind is more cross than cross-off, so it’s going to be a bit bumpy. The 27th afternoon looks the pick of that little run – cleaner, still 7ft, and the energy is solid.

From the 28th onward, it fades again. Smaller, weaker, and a lot of cross-shore chop. The 30th has a long-period SSW swell – 19 to 21 seconds – which can be a bit tricky at a reef, but if you find the right spot, it could offer some nice lines. Still, the size is down around 3ft to 4ft, so it’s more of a longboard day.

So, if you’re looking for the best windows, it’s the 19th and 20th, and maybe the 27th afternoon. The rest is pretty marginal, with a lot of inconsistent, weaker surf and questionable winds. It’s not a classic stretch, but there are a few moments where it’ll light up.

Rusty.

Read more