Douglas Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, mates, Rusty here. Let’s break it down.

We’ve got a solid run of surf on the way at Douglas Point, but it’s a mixed bag of power and conditions. The window kicks off with some lumpy, cross-onshore surf on Saturday, August 29th, with a 7.9ft swell from the southwest, period around 13 seconds. The combined energy is moderate (2014), but that light cross-on wind is putting small ripples on the face. It’s a bit marginal, so you might want to sit this one out unless you’re desperate for a paddle.

Sunday, August 30th, sees the swell bump up to 9.8ft, still from the southwest, with the same cross-on breeze. The energy builds through the day (2913 to 3837), but it’s still a bit onshore and messy. Not the best for a clean session.

Now, here’s where it gets interesting. Monday, August 31st, is the standout for the first week. The morning brings a clean 9.8ft southwest swell, and the wind goes offshore from the north at just 3 mph. The period stretches to 15 seconds, so it’s a proper groundswell with serious grunt. The energy is big (5516), and conditions are described as exceptional for experts. That swell is going to be powerful and clean, perfect for a reef break like this. The afternoon jumps to 11.5ft with a 17-second period, but the wind swings onshore from the south, making it a bit trickier. Still, the morning window is the one to aim for.

The swell drops back a touch on Tuesday, September 1st, but the morning has a strong offshore from the NNW at 22 mph, cleaning up an 8.2ft southwest swell. The energy is still strong (2977). The wind is fresh, so it’ll be a bit wild, but it’s clean. The afternoon brings light rain and a cross-off breeze, but it’s less appealing.

Wednesday, September 2nd, is a big one. The swell jumps to 13.1ft in the morning and 14.8ft in the afternoon, both from the southwest with long periods (15-16 seconds). The energy is massive (8462 to 9858). The wind is cross-off from the WNW, so it’s clean, but this is serious swell. Only for experts. The conditions are still noted as marginal, likely due to the size and power.

Thursday, September 3rd, keeps the swell around 14.8ft, but the wind goes cross-shore, creating some lumpy, cross-chop. The energy is still huge (8291 to 8393). It’s powerful but not as clean.

Friday, September 4th, brings a return to offshore winds from the NNW, with a 13.1ft swell. The morning is clean with moderate offshore breeze, and the energy is strong (7293). The afternoon sees a fresher offshore, but the swell drops a fraction. Both are solid options for experienced surfers.

Now, the second week gets wild. Saturday, September 5th, is a write-off. The morning has a 16.4ft swell with a near gale from the west, which is a risk of thunderstorms. The afternoon is even bigger at 18.0ft, with a cross-shore gale. The energy is off the charts (15384). This is kiteboarding territory, not surfing.

Sunday, September 6th, is massive. The morning sees a 21.3ft swell from the west with a 14-second period and offshore winds from the north. The energy is insane (29102). It’s clean, but it’s too big for anything but the bravest experts. The afternoon drops to 19.7ft, still offshore, but still huge.

Monday, September 7th, is even bigger. 26.2ft swell in the morning, 31.2ft in the afternoon. The energy is astronomical (31411 to 43473). The wind is onshore or cross-on, making it a messy, dangerous mess. Avoid.

Tuesday, September 8th, peaks with a 32.8ft swell in the morning. The energy is 60813. That

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