El Corniche Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Righto, let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for the next couple of weeks. I’ll be straight with you – it’s not looking like a classic run for the wave-riding side of things. The forecast is pretty bleak for a solid stretch, with only a couple of windows that might get the heart rate up. We’ve got a long dry spell ahead, so let’s break it down.

For the first week, and honestly up until the middle of the month, the surf is just not there. We’re looking at a lot of small, weak, and messy conditions. The swell is hanging around the 2ft to 4ft range, but the period is short, mostly 6-7 seconds, so there’s just no push or shape to it. The wind is mostly onshore or cross-onshore, which is going to chop up whatever little bumps are out there. It’s the kind of stuff that has you checking the cam and then deciding to do something else. The first real mention of anything surfable is on the morning of Monday the 11th. It’s not a shout-from-the-rooftops kind of day, but it’s the first time we get a clean window with a light cross-offshore breeze. The swell is still small at 2ft from the NW, and the energy is weak (43), so it’s about as marginal as it gets, but at least it’s not a total mess.

The real standout, and honestly the only one worth getting excited about, is the morning of Sunday the 16th. That’s the one to circle. We’ve got a slightly better pulse of swell, pushing 4ft from the NNW, with a period of 7 seconds. The wind is a light cross-onshore, which is not perfect, but it’s manageable. The energy is moderate (138), which is a step up from the weak stuff we’ve been seeing. It’s not a giant day, but it’s the best of a pretty average bunch. The other morning worth a look is Saturday the 15th with a similar 4ft from the NNW, but the wind is a touch stronger and more cross-onshore, so it might be a bit more lumpy.

For the rest of the time, it’s a story of small, weak swell and mostly onshore winds. The water is warm, about 84°, which is much warmer than normal for this time of year, so you won’t need a thick suit.

Honestly, if you’re just looking to surf, the pickings are slim. The energy is weak for the most part, and the winds aren’t playing ball. This stretch looks more like a good time to work on the tan or maybe check the kite gear, because the surf isn’t going to give us much. The 16th is your best bet, but keep your expectations in check.

Rusty

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