Forster Beach (Nambucca) Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for Forster Beach (Nambucca).

We’ve got a bit of a slow start, but the first real surf kicks off on Thursday morning, the 27th of August. We’re looking at a clean 5ft swell from the S, with a short, punchy 7-second period. The wind is a cross-off from the south at 9 mph, which should keep the face tidy. The combined energy is moderate (512). The water is sitting at 68°, which is pretty much bang on average for this time of year, so no surprises there. For a beginner-friendly spot, this is a solid, clean option to get the session started.

Now, Friday morning, the 28th of August, is a real standout. The swell drops a touch to 3ft, but it’s long-period energy from the SSE at 13 seconds. That’s a proper groundswell. The combined energy kicks up to 587 (moderate), and the wind is dead glassy from the E at just 3 mph. This is as clean as it gets. For a beach break, that long period can make it a little straight, but with these conditions, it’ll be worth the paddle out. At 3ft, it’s perfect for the beginners this break is built for.

Saturday morning the 29th offers another clean window with a 4ft S swell and 10-second period, cross-off wind, and moderate energy (311). It’s not the best of the week, but it’s a fun, clean option before the wind picks up in the afternoon.

Sunday morning, the 30th of August, is a gem. The swell is 5ft from the SSE, 10-second period, with a light S breeze at 6 mph crossing off. The combined energy is a solid 554 (moderate), and it’s clean. This is a lovely morning session for a beginner or intermediate.

Monday morning, the 31st of August, is another strong call. The swell is 5ft from the S, 9-second period, with a cross-off from the SSW at 9 mph. The energy is up to 671 (moderate) and it’s clean. This is a consistent, punchy little wave.

After that, things get very quiet. From Tuesday, 1st September, right through to the 7th of September, the swell drops off dramatically with tiny, weak waves and poor winds. It’s a real flat spell, with a few glassy mornings but nothing worth paddling out for.

Now, for the experienced crew, we have a big event on the horizon. On Thursday morning, the 10th of September, the swell jumps to 8ft from the S, with a 12-second period. The combined energy is a massive 1996 (strong), and the wind is a light S cross-off. This is excellent surf, but at 8ft, it’s only for experts. That same afternoon, it gets even bigger, but the forecast suggests it’s too big for this break.

Friday morning, the 11th of September, is the biggest call of the whole period. The swell is 12ft from the SSE, with a 14-second period, and an incredible combined energy of 4306 (very strong). The wind is a light S cross-off, keeping it clean. This is a big, powerful groundswell, but at 12ft, it’s definitely for experts only. It’s a promising long-range standout, but with the size and the long period, it’ll be a heavy, setty affair at a beach break.

So, the best on offer is Friday morning, the 28th of August, for the glassy, clean conditions on a proper groundswell. For the big-wave hunters, keep an eye on Thursday and Friday, the 10th and 11th of September.

Rusty.

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