Fano Sassonia Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s be straight with you about the local surf scene. We’ve got a long stretch ahead with very little to get excited about, so don’t be in a rush to wax up.

The next week and a half is pretty much a bust. From now through to the morning of Saturday, August 8th, the swell is either non-existent or tiny. The best you’ll see is a few weak, short-period pulses that are barely rideable, and the wind is often on it or cross-shore. We’re talking about a gap of over a week with no real recommendations. It’s a flat spell, plain and simple. The water temp at Fano Sassonia is sitting at 82°, which is a hefty 4° warmer than average for this time of year – that’s very unusual, the Adriatic is feeling like a bath.

The only glimmer of hope comes way down the line. On the morning of Sunday, August 9th, we finally see a pulse of energy. The combined swell energy hits 83 (moderate), with a 4ft swell from the NE at a 6-second period. The wind is light and cross-offshore from the west, so the surface will be clean. That’s the best call on offer, but even then it’s just described as “surfable waves but very ordinary conditions”. It’s not a standout, just the least bad option. The afternoon on the 9th sees the wind swing onshore and the energy drop, so get your session in early.

So, the only real standout is a very modest one: Sunday morning, August 9th at Fano Sassonia. The offshore wind will clean up that 4ft NE swell. It’s not going to be epic, but it’s the only window with a chance of a decent wave. The swell period is short, so don’t expect much push, but it’s clean. With the water being this warm, you won’t need a steamer, just a good attitude.

Stay patient, gang. The forecast can always change, but for now, it’s a waiting game.

Rusty.

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