Fish Boma Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Listen up, grab your board and listen, this is Rusty.

We have a solid run of swell coming our way at Fish Boma. It’s a reef break, exposed to the south, and it’s fairly consistent, so there’s plenty to get hyped on across this 16-day window. The water is sitting at 62°, which is just a hair cooler than average for this time of year, nothing crazy.

Tuesday the 11th is a bit of a dud. You have a 7ft SSW swell but the wind is a cross-off, not helping the shape. The wave energy is strong (1923), but the conditions are marginal. You are better off waiting.

Wednesday the 12th is a similar story. Clean conditions, but the swell drops a bit to 5ft and the energy is still high (2598), just not coming together nicely.

Thursday the 13th is where we start to see some life. The morning session is your best early bet. A clean 5ft SSW swell with a moderate offshore breeze from the NE and a period of 19 seconds. That’s a proper groundswell. The energy is pumping (3396), and while that long period means longer lulls between sets, when they come they’ll have real shape for an intermediate. It’s going to be a bit testing.

Friday the 14th is a standout. Morning is 5ft from the SW with a light offshore NNE wind. It’s clean. The energy is still strong (1506). But the real gem is the Friday afternoon. Glassy conditions, 4ft SW swell with a 15-second period. The energy (1140) is moderate, but everything else is perfect. This is a top pick for the week – clean, glassy, and manageable for intermediates.

Saturday the 15th is a bit smaller. Glassy morning with a 4ft SW swell, but the energy drops to 743. It’s good for a longboard or a fun session, but not the peak of the run.

Sunday the 16th is a write-off. Swell drops to 3ft with a cross-onshore wind. Don’t bother.

Monday the 17th is another gem. Both morning and afternoon are glassy. The afternoon is particularly nice with a 6ft SW swell, a 15-second period, and moderate energy (1688). This is excellent for experienced surfers.

Tuesday the 18th sees a jump in size to 10ft, but a fresh cross-onshore wind makes it lumpy and poor. This is only for experts if you can handle a messy, powerful wave. The energy is very strong (3165). Honestly, with that wind and setup, it looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing.

Wednesday the 19th is a return to form. A glassy morning with a 7ft SW swell and moderate energy (1094). Clean conditions make it a great call for experienced surfers.

The rest of the week into the 20th and 21st is smaller (4ft to 5ft) but clean, offering fun, mellow waves.

Now, casting forward to Monday the 24th of August: this is the long-range standout. Morning has an 8ft SW swell with a light offshore NE wind and a 15-second period. Energy is very strong (2851). This is a powerful, clean groundswell for experienced surfers only. The afternoon stays solid at 8ft with clean conditions. It’s a way off and anything can change, but this one has potential.

Wednesday the 26th finishes the run well. The afternoon shows a 7ft SW swell with a cross-off wind and clean conditions. Energy is moderate (1185). A solid end to the window.

So, to sum it up: the clear winners are Friday afternoon the 14th and Monday morning the 17th. For a long-range punt, keep an eye on Monday the 24th of August. Crowds are possible at Fish Boma, so expect company on those good days.

Rusty.

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