Etang-Sale Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright crew, Rusty here. Let’s break down the surf ahead for Etang-Salé. We’ve got some waiting time, but the good stuff is hiding in there if you’re patient.

The water’s a touch warmer than average, sitting around 77°, so it’s comfortable.

First real shot is Monday afternoon, July 6th. We’ve got a 7ft SW swell rolling in at 12-second intervals, and an offshore wind from the SSE blowing about 18 mph. The surface will be clean. Wave energy is moderate (1987). It’s a decent start, but with crowds sometimes around, you’ll have some company.

Tuesday, July 7th gets serious. By the afternoon, the swell hits 10ft from the S with a 12-second period. The energy is strong (3004). The wind is strong offshore at 25 mph, so it’s clean as a whistle, but paddling out is going to be a battle. Only the big-wave crew needs to be out there.

Wednesday, July 8th is far more manageable. Morning surf is 7ft S swell (11 seconds) with a moderate offshore breeze of about 12 mph. Energy is moderate (1207). It’s excellent for experienced surfers. The afternoon bumps to 8ft from the ESE with a shorter 9-second period, keeping the power up (1846).

Now, Thursday, July 9th morning is the hidden gem. The wind goes glassy—just 3 mph from the SW. The swell is a clean 5ft from the SSE with a 10-second period. The wave energy is low (561), but the conditions will be perfect, smooth, and inviting.

Friday, July 10th afternoon keeps the glassy conditions going with a 4ft SW swell and a long 14-second period. Those lines will be clean, though long-period swells can get a bit straight at the beach break.

Saturday, July 11th morning is for the advanced lot: 6ft SW swell, a very long 15-second period, and glassy conditions. Energy is solid (1334). It’s going to be pristine, but the afternoon gets a bit wonky with a cross-on breeze.

The second week sees a dry spell from the afternoon of the 14th through the morning of the 18th, with small swell and messy winds.

Look ahead to Monday, July 20th morning. This is a promising one for the future. A clean 8ft S swell, 14-second period, with a light cross-off wind from the SSE (3 mph). Strong wave energy (2587). Excellent for experienced surfers, but being over a week out, it’s one to watch.

Tuesday, July 21st morning finishes strong: glassy conditions with a 4ft SSW swell and a 12-second period. Clean and easy.

For the best of the best, Thursday July 9th morning is the glassy, smooth winner. For the big-wave energy, Tuesday July 7th afternoon and Monday July 20th morning are your standouts.

Rusty.

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